Who we are
We are a local family-owned funeral home that has served the communities of Ohio and West Virginia for over 125 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, or just a simple cremation we try to meet all the needs of the individuals and families we serve.
Obituaries
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Mun Cha (Kim) Mather
Mun Cha (Kim) Mather, 79, of Vero Beach, FL, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025.
Kim gained her angel wings on 1/13/25 at the crisp age of 79, on day shy of her 80th birthday.
Kim was the beloved wife of George Mather whom she married 36 years ago. George met Kim while stationed in South Korea. Upon George’s retirement from the Army, they moved to Vero Beach, F L where she spent the rest of her days.
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Robert A. “the Legend” Babcock
Buckeye Bob, the “Legend”, of Marietta passed away January 13, 2025. He was born July 6, 1941. He enjoyed playing cards, planting his garden, and playing softball.
Bob played his last softball game at the age of 8l. He was a huge Buckeye fan. Go Bucks! Last year he was honored with a special ceremony for being one of the oldest softball players to play on Hadley Field.
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Roger E. “Down Town” Brown
Roger E. “Down Town” Brown, 62, of Marietta passed at 10:48 am, Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born on February 4, 1962, in Marietta a son of Waldo Brown and the late Betsy Vanoster Brown. Roger was a loving son, father, uncle and brother.
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Ruth Ann Jackson
Ruth Ann Jackson, 93, of Marietta passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at The Arbors of Marietta. She was born April 10, 1931, in Monroe County a daughter of John Richard Stephen and Nancy Elizabeth Miller Stephen.
Ruth was a homemaker and later in life worked at Big Bear. She enjoyed gardening, especially roses, and loved to cook, bake and can foods. She was a member of Easter Star Aurelius #60, Gilman United Methodist Church and Pioneer Ladies Civitan Club.
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Izabelle L. Beck
Izabelle L. Beck, 15, of Marietta passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born April 1, 2009 in Columbus, Ohio a daughter of Duston Beck and Jennifer Vakoc Beck.
Izabelle was a 9th grade student at Marietta High School. She was a “Dr. Pepper” addict and loved cheerleading. She was a beautiful soul who loved life, “Stitch” (the cartoon), was courageous and brave and nothing could bring her down.
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Edward C. Jeffers
Edward C. Jeffers, 65, of Marietta passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born November 29, 1959 in Watertown, NY, a son of Clarence Jeffers of Stanleyville and the late June Miller Jeffers.
He had been employed as a roofer with Bradford Roofers and ProManco. He enjoyed his Harley Davidson and spending time with grandchildren. He also liked showing his gasoline engines and working with sheet metal.
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Hester Lucinda Erb McCain
Hester Lucinda Erb McCain, passed away peacefully at her home on January 1, 2025, at the age of 96.
Born on November 13, 1928, to David and Rebecca Holiday Erb, Hester was a sister to the late Virgil, William, Herbert, Pearl, David, James, Gary and Mary Lou Erb, Jeanette Neville, Bonita Williams, and Carrie Hallett. She is survived by Ruth (Bradley) Morris, Ronald (Yvonne) Erb, Dale (Paula) Erb, Imogene Tidd, and John (Barbara) Erb.
Hester had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and spent countless hours tending to her garden and flowers, which were a reflection of her nurturing spirit. She cherished her time with family, offering unconditional love, guidance, and wisdom to all generations.
Date of Death: Wed, 01/01/2025 Services: Sat, 01/04/2025 10:30 am Read More