We are a family-owned funeral home that has served the communities of Ohio and West Virginia for over 100 years. Our goal is to provide all of the families we serve a respectful and dignified service at a fair price. Whether a traditional service or more contemporary-style service, we try to meet all the needs of the individuals and families we serve.
Gage Wyatt Eddy, 18, of Wingett Run, passed away at 4:09pm, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at OSU Wexler Medical Center in Columbus.
He was born on August 24, 2007, in Marietta a son of Milton Eddy and Christina Myers Eddy. Gage was a Senior at Washington County Career Center in the Auto Collision and Refinishing Program and Frontier High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars, 4 wheeling and trail riding, and Ohio Means Jobs CCMEP. He attended Muskingum Valley Baptist Church.
Florence Ethel Beardmore, of Marietta, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at home.
She was born October 24, 1942 in Liberty Township to Virgil Marcellus Stark and Myrtle Mae Morgenstern. Married Norman Beardmore on January 27th 1964.
Donald Badgley, 85, of Williamstown, WV, passed away on October 7, 2025, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born January 2, 1940, and was adopted by his Grandparents, Lawrence and Helen Badgley.
He married Delores Burton on October 22, 1960. They would have celebrated their 65th Anniversary on October 22nd.
Phyllis Jean Brown Offenberger, 78, of Marietta, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at Marietta Heights Post Acute Care, surrounded by loving staff who cared for her, following long-term health challenges.
Born on October 28, 1946, in Bellevue, Pennsylvania, to Ruby Kathleen Earley and Pearley Leroy Brown, Phyllis lived a life defined by love, faith, and devotion to her family and community. A lifelong resident of Marietta, Phyllis was a pillar of strength and warmth. As a teenager, she worked diligently at Best’s Grocery, her family’s store, showcasing her strong work ethic. Later, she brought her creativity and charm to roles with Queens Way to Fashion and American Greetings. Throughout the years, she worked and volunteered in many capacities in the school system as her girls were attending various schools locally. A 50-year cancer survivor, Phyllis faced life’s challenges with remarkable resilience and grace.
Janet McCloud McIntosh, 82, of Marietta passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025. She was born on September 1, 1943 in Marietta a daughter of Russell McCloud and Mary Scarbrough Cunningham Best.
Janet was a Marietta High School Graduate and retired from the Deli at Kroger’s after 20+ years. She enjoyed playing Bingo, playing cards with friends, crossword puzzles and reading, but most of all she loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandkids and great grandkids.
Christine Marie Decker (Benson) of Crab Orchard Kentucky, born on January 27, 1961, in Marietta, Ohio, passed away on September 25, 2025, in Stanford, Kentucky at Ephraim McDowell Hospital. She was 64 years old at the time of her passing.
Christine was the daughter of the late Gertrude and Charles Benson. Throughout her life, she remained deeply connected to her roots and family. She was a devoted mother to her daughters, Christy Decker and Candice Decker, who carry forward her memory with love and strength.
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Judith Lynn Roberts Allen, a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Judith left this world on September 24th, 2025, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in our hearts.
Born on November 17, 1946, in Marietta, Judith was the daughter of Denver W. Roberts and Margaret Ullmer Roberts. She was a 1964 graduate of Marietta High School and had worked as a beautician for several years in Marietta. She later moved to Murrysville, PA, where she married Clifford Dean Allen on August 16, 1969 and while there, she worked in a flower shop and as a kindergarten teacher’s aide and had volunteered as an EMT for Murrysville Medic One, before returning to Marietta. Judith loved to be of service to others and her community.
She was blessed to have a supportive family, including her brother John L. (Patsy) Roberts and sister Linda Sewell Ellis. Judith was preceded in death by her beloved sister and her loving husband, Clifford D. Allen, who surely welcomed her with open arms.
Judith’s deep faith and active involvement at Gilman United Methodist Church defined her life. She was an active member, finding great joy in teaching Sunday school, particularly the curriculum of Children in Worship. Her passion for nurturing young minds and helping them grow in their faith was truly inspiring. Judith also dedicated her time and efforts to maintaining the church’s prayer garden, creating a peaceful and tranquil space for all to find solace.
