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.
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.
Born on January 8, 1928, in the beautiful Appalachian hills of Archers Fork, Delbert Raymond Westbrook (97) made his peaceful transition in Marietta, Ohio on September 24, 2025, with family by his side. Few people are fortunate to live the long, healthy life that he did and even fewer live as independently as he did. His family is grateful for that.
He was a graduate of Lawrence High School and spent over 20 years working for Broughton’s Dairy before finding his true calling and passion which was to preach the Lord’s word. His faith, wife and family were his top priority. When he wasn’t preparing sermons, conducting marriage ceremonies, and presiding over funerals, he frequently visited those in the hospital and nursing homes. He lived what he preached, and he was always doing God’s work.
Edna Mae Guckert Welch, 100, died at 10:50 pm on September 23, 2025 at Elison Assisted Living.
On June 14, 1945, she married Thomas V. Welch, who preceded her in death August 13, 2008, after 63 years of marriage.
She was born September 2, 1925 in Marietta, a daughter of the late Jacob Cleveland and Rose Mae Cheatham Guckert.
Billy Lee Douthitt, 84, of Lowell, OH, formerly longtime resident of Marietta, OH, went to be with the lord on September 21,2025. He was born on August 16, 1941, in Marietta, to the late Millard and Margaret Douthitt.
Billy was a 1959 graduate of Marietta High School who went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Air Force. Billy later worked for Amoco, where he retired after many dedicated years.
Georgene Timko Johnson, 76, of Marietta passed away at 10:25 am on September 8, 2025 at Elison of Marietta.
She was born May 8, 1949 in Walton Hills, Ohio to George and Agnes (Kubasha) Timko. Georgene graduated from Lumen Cordium High School in Bedford, Ohio and was one of the first graduating classes of Cleveland State University. After graduation, Georgene went on to get her Master of Library Science at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She was employed as the Liberian with Cleveland State University, before becoming the Director of Technology Services at Marietta College. Georgene then became the Director of Library Services at North Eastern State University in Tahlequah, OK before returning to Marietta to become the Director of Library Services at Washington State Community College and opening the Establishment Restaurant on the Westside. She was an active member of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption.
Linda D. Parks, 77 of Marietta passed away peacefully at 5:10 am, Friday, September 5, 2025 at OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.
She was born on May 7, 1948, in Marietta a daughter of Herman T. Longfellow and Estolene Harris Longfellow. Linda was a beloved companion, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many.
