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.
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.
Patrick Tim Shaw, 58, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, surrounded by his family.
He was a member of District 53, Local 93, Painters Union for 33 years. He also refereed wrestling for 25 years.
Frances West Carver, 94, of Marietta, Ohio, died Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at her home. She was born March 13, 1930 to W. Ivy and Edna Harris West. She was a 1948 graduate of Marietta High School. There she met the love of her life, Kenneth N. Carver. They married on December 29, 1948 and were blessed with almost 73 years together before his death on November 9, 2021.
Date of Death: Wed, 11/06/2024 Services: Sat, 11/23/2024 11:00 am Read More
George E. Molden, 59, of Marietta passed away on November 4, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born September 5, 1965 in Marietta to Norma J Hendricks Molden. George was a 1983 graduate of Marietta High School and had graduated from Washington State Community College in 2006 with a degree in Computer Systems and Networking. George had been employed at Bureau of the Fiscal Service. He loved to play poker with his work buddies and work Lego with his family.
