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.
Carissa R. Teubert, 29, of Marietta passed away at 6:31 pm, Monday, August 18, 2025, at her home.
She was born February 19, 1996 in Texas a daughter of Lee McWain and Debra Small of Columbus. Carissa was a member of Twin Rivers Baptist Church.
Bruce A. Wittekind, 77, of Waterford passed away at 9:52 pm, Monday, August 18, 2025 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born May 27, 1948, in Marietta a son of Donald E. Wittekind and Arlena E. Kilzer Wittekind.
Bruce retired from B. F. Goodrich (RJF International), was a veteran of the U. S. Army and a member of Barnett Ridge Church of Christ and American Legion Post 750.
at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Family will greet friends one hour before the service. Messages of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.Lankfordfh.com.
Naomi Lee Martin Smith, a former resident of Williamstown, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the home of her daughter in Lowell, OH. She was born November 11, 1933 in Maryland a daughter of the late Earl Martin and Hazel Stokes Martin.
Naomi was a long-time teller at Williamstown National Bank in Williamstown and moved to Arcadia, FL for her retirement.
Barbara Ann Handschumacher, 78, of Marietta, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1947, in Marietta, Ohio, to George and Mary Forshey.
Barb spent her career in accounting at Energizer. She loved reading, playing cards with her many friends, traveling, photography, and journalism. She was proud to serve both her community and her country as a U.S. Army veteran, a graduate of Marietta College, and a faithful servant of her church, Norwood United Methodist. A natural leader, Barb poured her energy into every group she was a part of and leaves behind a legacy of dedication and service.
She will be remembered most for her resilience, her kindness to all, her deep faith, and her unconditional love.
Junior Garrett Nolan, 90, of Marietta, Ohio, went to be with the Lord, August 14, 2025. He was born in Piney, West Virginia on December 1, 1934 to the late Nelson and Bertha Nolan.
Junior was a member of the Sixth and Washington Church of Christ. He retired from Union Carbide in the early 70’s. He loved spending time with his family, friends, watching westerns, and enjoyed sunbathing. Junior never met a stranger and always had a story to tell.
Samuel G. Stewart, 82, of Marietta passed away at 4:01 pm on August 1, 2025 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
Sam was born on April 28, 1943 in Washington DC to Guilford and Barbara (Burns) Stewart. He had graduated from Sterling Prep School in Craftsbury Commons, VT before graduating from Franklin University in Columbus. Sam had been employed at O’Bleness Hospital for several years before retiring from the VA Hospital in Pomroy. He loved animals and had an interest in studying and collecting rock and minerals. He had coached little league hockey and was a big Boston sports fan. Sam was a kind soul with an infectious laugh and loved being with people.
Kevin Eugene Decker, 66, of Fleming Ohio, joined the pearly gates on his Harley on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. He was at Marietta Memorial Hospital, with his family by his side, after a long battle with Cancer. He was born on December 29, 1958 in Marietta, Ohio, to Richard Curtis Decker and Bonnie June Benedict.
