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.
Judith Ann Flannery, 83, of Marietta passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born November 15, 1941, in Lower Salem, Ohio, a daughter of Robert Wagner and Irene Miller Wagner.
Judy was employed at Rinks and as a private home health care worker. She is a former member of F.O.E. Number 458 and the American Legion Auxiliary Post 64.
Richard S. Burcher, 85, of Malta, Ohio, passed away at his home at 10:32 am on Sunday (Nov. 24) at his home. He was born on December 15, 1938, in Athens County, OH, a son of Wilbur Burcher and Freda Davis Burcher.
He was a member of the Pennsville Church of Christ and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from by Columbia Gas Transmission Company as a Supervisor after 38 ½ years of service.
Eileen R. Wears, 81, of Marietta passed away at 4:22 am, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on July 8, 1943 in Marietta a daughter of Thomas Henderickson and Laurena Carver Hendrickson. Eileen was a homemaker.
Ronald W. Ruble, 83, of Marietta passed away at 11:00 am, November 18, 2024, at Harmar Place. He was born August 17, 1941, at Kaneougha, OH, a son of the late Raymond O. and Elsie Pratt Ruble.
He served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1959 to 1963 and served in the first battalion of the sixth Marine Second Marine division in the Cuban Missile Crisis–Bay of Pigs.
Shirley Jean Morgenstern, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024 at the age of 75.
Born on January 24, 1949 in Marietta, Ohio, Shirley was the daughter of Hazel Heslop. She was a woman of great strength, warmth, and grace, and her kindness touched all who had the privilege of knowing her. Shirley grew up in Whipple, Ohio and attended Lawrence High School, where she developed lifelong friendships.
Mary Sue Thomas, 70, of Marietta passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family and messages of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.Lankfordfh.com.
Bonnie Jean Wagner, 79, of Marietta passed away at 8:55pm, Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Marietta Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family.
Bonnie was born on March 14, 1945, in Lower Salem, OH a daughter of Robert Wagner and Irene Miller Wagner. She graduated from Salem Liberty High School. She was employed as a live-in care giver. Bonnie enjoyed spending time with her family, playing Bingo, working jigsaw puzzles and game shows.
