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.
On Sunday, December 1,2019 Ralph was called home.
Ralph, age 59, was born on October 15,1960, in Parkersburg, WV. He was the son of Shirley Lee Trippett. He graduated from Marietta High School and Nashville Auto Diesel College. These events lead him to become a truck driver for many years, where he was proud of his on-time deliveries and his driving reputation.
Ralph enjoyed reading western books, fishing, riding his horse Phantom, spending time with his family, dancing and listening to music with his youngest daughter. While his children were in 4-H, Ralph found much enjoyment in helping with the 4-H clover sales at TSC; and watching his daughter shoot at Bull’s-Eye, along with many other events the clubs participated in.
Helen Marie Carver Grady Carpenter, 92, of Marietta passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019, at her home. She was born March 2, 1927, in Marietta a daughter of Harry Norval and Freda Marie Becker Carver.
Helen was retired from Marietta Memorial Hospital in 1992 as a Phlebotomist. She loved to play Bingo and working in flower gardens.
She married Ralph William Grady, Sr. who preceded her in death. On November 3, 1965, she married Otis Carpenter who preceded her in death November 8, 1997. She is survived by her children: Pamela Grady, Timothy (Charlotte) Grady both of Marietta, Tonya (Joseph) Duffey of Beverly, Tanya Sparks of Westminster, SC and Jeannie Carpenter of Florida; 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and a bother Kenny Carver.
Wayne B. Wagner, 84, passed away at The Inn at Winchester Trail in Canal Winchester, Ohio, on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. He was born on November 20, 1935, to Bernard and Carol (Knoch) Wagner in Marietta, Ohio.
He attended Putnam School in Devola and graduated from Lowell High School and Marietta College.
Wayne retired from the Bureau of Employment Services after 30 years with assignments in Marietta, Jackson and supervisory jobs in Columbus. He was in the National Guard for 42 years in Caldwell, Marietta, Athens and Logan. Wayne was Commander of a medical unit in Cincinnati for three years and served on the Brigade staff of the 112th Medical Brigade. He received numerous awards for service and participated in many exercises in the United States and Germany. He was a member of the Lowell Masonic Lodge 436. He was confirmed and was a lifetime member at St. John’s Evangelical Church in Lowell. He attended Vineyard Columbus Church for many years. Wayne’s hobbies included frequent travel, beekeeping, square dancing and horseback riding.
Grover C. Stewart, 78, of Marietta met his heavenly father on November 19, 2019.
Grover graduated from Flemington High School in WV and he was a painter. He was an avid hunter and outdoorsman, and a true Mountaineer.
Wilda L. Eddy, 90, of Marietta passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2019, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born on July 28, 1929, in Milltown (Newport) a daughter of Charles E. and Myrna Alberta King Martin.
Wilda was a 1947 graduate of Lawrence High School. She enjoyed being a homemaker and was a beloved wife and mother. She was an avid Reds fan and was proud to be a “poll worker” during elections. She was a member of Evergreen Bible Church.
On November 27, 1948, she married Oran Eddy who preceded her in death on June 6, 2010.
David I. Lenhart, 74, of Marietta passed away at 2:14 pm, Monday, November 11, 2019, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born March 31, 1945, in Marietta a son of J. B. Lenhart and Violet Lenhart.
Until his retirement, Dave worked at Dupont Corporation. He was a graduate of Marietta High School in 1964 and had been a member of Marietta Jaycees, Gilman United Methodist Church, Army Reserves and an active member of Neighborhood Watch.
Cathy Jo Mahoney was born July 13,1958 in New Matamoras, Ohio to Lucille Slonaker Addlesburger. Passed away November 6, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio at Riverside Hospital.
Cathy is survived by her husband of 18 years, Ralph Mahoney, daughters Trish (Jason) Mahoney and Rebecca Gessel Sparks. Grandchildren: Abby (Andrew Hackney) Mahoney and Brooke (Levi Berry) Mahoney, Shawn Sparks, Leland and Aubrey Holder. Brothers: Richard, Lawrence, James, and John Addlesburger. Sisters-in-law Mary (David Shirey) Mahoney, and Sherry Mahoney Young and brother-in-law Frank (Lois) Mahoney. Several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Cathy was predeceased by her mother and father, Eugene Addlesburger, and sister Charlotte Bishop.
Cathy loved music and spending time with family, especially her beloved grandchildren. She was a long time member of the Marietta Moose Lodge and enjoyed playing rip off tickets and bingo.
