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.
Ruby Ellen Carpenter, 89 of Marietta, pass away July 8, 2019 at Arcadia Nursing Home in Coolville. She was born March 13, 1930 in Bristol, WV to Virgil and Mary (Haddix) Furner.
Ruby was married to John R. Carpenter who preceded her in death May 27, 1993.
Dr. Phyllis Baker died peacefully Monday morning July 8th 2019 with her beloved husband of 68 years, Lawrence Emerson (Larry) Baker, at her side. Phyllis passed in the comfort of her home in Devola where for the last four years Larry had lovingly cared for her surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature that brought them both so much joy.
Phyllis was born in Point Pleasant West Virginia and moved to Ohio as a young girl where she attended school in New Matamoras. She was blessed to meet her soul mate Larry at an early age and pursue her life goals with a loving and supportive partner. Her love of learning led her to obtain three degrees beginning with a Bachelors degree from Marietta College, followed by her Masters from Ohio University, and ultimately her PhD from The Ohio State University. Along the way her work led her to impact many lives as she mentored and encouraged others to pursue their life long learning dreams.
Patty J. Barth, 84, of Waterford passed away 2:00 pm, Friday, July 5, 2019 at Harmar Place. She was born June 10, 1935 in Parkersburg to Leonard and Leverna Trier Brown. Patty was employed at the Lafayette Hotel and was a member of the Marietta Celebration Center.
Date of Death: Fri, 07/05/2019 No Services Planned at This Time Read MoreJohn R. Wright, 84, of Beverly, OH passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio. He was born August 2, 1934, in Marietta, Ohio to Robert Wright and Mary (Becker) Wright.
He was a member of the Beverly Baptist Church. He served in the Korean War and was honorably discharged from both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army. He worked as a police officer for the Marietta Police Department and retired as an Electrical Engineer from RJF.
Larry D. Goodwin, 71, of Marietta passed away Monday, July 1, 2019, at his home. He was born November 1, 1947, in Marietta a son of Chester R. and Effie Johnson Goodwin.
Larry attended Marietta High School and was a U. S. Army veteran serving in Vietnam. He was a life member of VFW Post 5108 and DAV. He was a Cleveland sports fan.
Carman E. Seevers, 82, of Marietta, passed away June 30, 2019 at Hickory Creek of Athens at The Plains.
She was born March 28, 1937 in Washington County to Pearl and Florence (Wendelken) Biehl. She had been employed as a clerk for Parmar and a caregiver for Comfort Keepers. Carman was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed by many.
Roy E. Barnes, 94, of Marietta passed away at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29, 2019, at Harmar Place. He was born June 12, 1925, in Marietta a son of Roy E. and Emma Bodmar Barnes, Sr.
Roy was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving in WWII in the 2nd Armored Division in North Africa and Italy from 1942 to 1944. He was a member of the Methodist Church and had been employed at Crescent Supply and Smith & Phillips Furniture Store.
