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.
Lt. Colonel George James Schlatter (Jim), age 92, of Belpre, Ohio went to his eternal heavenly home with the Lord on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Born July 19, 1932, and raised in Fort Wayne, IN, Jim grew to become an avid basketball fan, playing guard at Michigan State University, and a lifelong Spartan fan. He went on to have a decorated career as a US Air Force pilot which spurred on his next chapter as both a private pilot and proud owner of his own Cessna for impromptu adventures. A committed marathon runner, popcorn lover, church usher, western film enthusiast and rock collector; Jim was the most honorable man with a radiant smile and ever-present sense of humor. Jim was a beloved husband, respected father, and adored grandfather.
Nancy Webb Hall, 72, of Marietta passed away at 8:13 am on May 21, 2025, peacefully at her home with her loving family.
She was born on December 24, 1952, to the late H. Dale Webb and the late Marian Bruns Webb. She graduated from Marietta High School in 1971 before attending Kent State University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
Nancy was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Zonta Club of Mid-Ohio Valley, a sustaining member of the Marietta Welfare League. Nancy had been employed as a licensed social worker with Option for Elders and Passport, and a manager at the Point of View Restaurant before owning Baker & Baker Jewelers with her husband for the last 30 years.
Stephen R. Hiener, 76, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Harmar Place. He was born in Marietta on July 5, 1948, a son of Raymond Hiener and Doris Hudnall Hiener.
Steve was a 1966 graduate of Waterford High School and a 1979 graduate of Glenville State. He was a contractor and mason. He loved to play golf, travel and camp and his dogs, “Faith” and “Seven.” He was a faithful member of Moss Run Community Church.
Ruth Ellen Orr Hendershot, 90, of Germantown passed away early morning on May 17, 2025.
She was born on September 14, 1934 in Sarahsville to Urban Orr and Mary (Stevens) Orr Rogers. Ruth was a 1953 graduate of Salem Liberty High School and had been employed as a seamstress for over 40 years with Zide’s Sport Shop. She loved sewing, flowers, gardening, camping and just spending time with her family and friends visiting on her front porch swing. She was a 50+ year member with Eastern Star Masterton Chapter #584.
In 1977 she married Jack Hendershot who preceded her in death on December 31, 2014.
Helen L. Hilverding, 93, of Marietta passed away at 1:56am, Friday, May 16, 2025, at her home.
She was born October 11, 1931, in Canton, Ohio, a daughter of Thomas Gaspers and Hila Jones Gaspers. Helen was a devoted employee of Wendy’s on Pike Street.
Our beloved mother, Gertrude Ann (Gertie) Fryman, 89, of Marietta, passed away on May 14, 2025. She was born March 9, 1936, in Gary, Indiana, a daughter of Fred Legleitner, Sr and Jaunita Hufford Legleitner. She is preceded in death by her sister Patricia Foy and brother Fred Legleitner Jr.
Gertie held various jobs throughout her life and retired from Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the Church of Christ at Sixth and Washington.
On Nov. 1, 1957, she married Bill Fryman, who preceded her in death.
Michael James Paul Ward
April 9, 1959 – May 12, 2025
Michael James Paul Ward, 66, of Marietta, Ohio, passed away at his home on May 12, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife and children.
Born on April 9, 1959, in Marietta, to Anna Marie and William Ward. A lifelong resident of Marietta, he was a man of deep faith, quiet strength, and unwavering dedication to his family.
Michael was a machinist by trade and spent over 30 years at Skuttle Manufacturing where he served as Plant Manager. He later continued his career as Director of Maintenance at Glenwood Retirement Home.
