Obituaries

• Betty D. Arnold

   

   

   

  Betty D. Arnold, 96, of Marietta passed away on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at The Arbors of Marietta. Arrangements are pending at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home.

  Date of Death: Sun, 02/01/2026 No Services Planned at This Time Read More
• Raymond Travis Fleming

  Raymond Travis Fleming passed away on February 1st, 2026, in Marietta, Ohio, at the age of 77. Born on May 15, 1948, in Zanesville, Ohio, Ray grew into a man deeply admired for his kindness, patriotism, and love for his family and country.
  Ray graduated from Roseville High School in 1966 and dedicated much of his life to service in various forms. He proudly served his country with honor and dedication, embodying a lifetime commitment to the United States Armed Forces. He voluntarily enlisted in the United States Army on January 22, 1968, serving for three years, including a tour in Vietnam, and was honorably discharged. During his service, he was assigned to Bravo Company, 782nd Maintenance Battalion, 82nd Airborne Division, where he worked as an aircraft structural repairman and attained the rank of Specialist Five (SP5).

  Date of Death: Sun, 02/01/2026 Services: Sun, 02/08/2026 03:00 pm Read More
  
• Teresa Stanley

   

   

   

  Teresa Stanley ~ 79
  January 19, 1947 ~ January 31, 2026

  Teresa was born to Thelma and Francis Edgar Simpson in Marietta, Ohio. She graduated from Warren High School, Class of 1964. Teresa was a nurse’s aide and continued to care for elderly and children after leaving her profession. She will be remember for her kindness and love for everyone. She loved fishing and made the best fried bluegill and catfish. She was a proud member of Harbor Site Baptist Church.

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  Date of Death: Sat, 01/31/2026 No Services Planned at This Time Read More
• Michael Blaine Smarr

  Michael Blaine Smarr, 78, of Marietta passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2026 at Marietta Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family.

  He was born December 22, 1947 in Orrville, Ohio to Blaine Smarr and Lenora Spotloe Smarr Kines. Michael had worked at Berdines Automotive for 19 years, before becoming in charge of maintenance for St. Mary Catholic School, where he retired after 25 years of service. He loved his job and the kids at the school. Michael especially loved his grandkids who called him “Boppy”.

  Date of Death: Wed, 01/28/2026 Services: Sun, 02/01/2026 04:00 pmVisitation Date: Sun, 02/01/2026Visitation Details: 2 pm until the hour of service Read More
• Linda J. Hoeflich

  Linda J. Hoeflich, 67, of Marietta passed away at 2:00pm, Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.

  She was born on September 23, 1958, in Latrobe, PA, a daughter of Harry F. Hill and Agnes Decker Hill. Linda had been employed at Wal-Mart. She attended the Church of Christ. Linda loved to care for her family, including several beloved cats. She enjoyed Retro Radio Shows and Saturday night movies.

   

  Date of Death: Wed, 01/28/2026 Services: Thu, 02/05/2026 11:00 am Read More
  
• Charles T. Pridgeon, Jr.

  Charles T. Pridgeon, Jr. 86, of Marietta passed away at 9:35am, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at Harmar Place.

  A complete obituary with information concerning a memorial service will appear at a later date. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family and message of sympathy may be sent at www.Lankfordfh.com.

  Date of Death: Tue, 01/27/2026 No Services Planned at This Time Read More
• Cory James Noel

  Cory James Noel, 28, of Marietta passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026.  He was born September 30, 1997, in Parkersburg, WV, a son of the late Curt Jay Noel and Angela Chidester McVicar.

  Cory was a graduate of Marietta High School.  He loved football, especially The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Pittsburgh Steelers and playing tennis, because it brought him closer to his grandfather.  He also enjoyed music.

  Date of Death: Sat, 01/24/2026 No Services Planned at This Time Read More