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.
Born on January 8, 1928, in the beautiful Appalachian hills of Archers Fork, Delbert Raymond Westbrook (97) made his peaceful transition in Marietta, Ohio on September 24, 2025, with family by his side. Few people are fortunate to live the long, healthy life that he did and even fewer live as independently as he did. His family is grateful for that.
He was a graduate of Lawrence High School and spent over 20 years working for Broughton’s Dairy before finding his true calling and passion which was to preach the Lord’s word. His faith, wife and family were his top priority. When he wasn’t preparing sermons, conducting marriage ceremonies, and presiding over funerals, he frequently visited those in the hospital and nursing homes. He lived what he preached, and he was always doing God’s work.
Edna Mae Guckert Welch, 100, died at 10:50 pm on September 23, 2025 at Elison Assisted Living.
On June 14, 1945, she married Thomas V. Welch, who preceded her in death August 13, 2008, after 63 years of marriage.
She was born September 2, 1925 in Marietta, a daughter of the late Jacob Cleveland and Rose Mae Cheatham Guckert.
Billy Lee Douthitt, 84, of Lowell, OH, formerly longtime resident of Marietta, OH, went to be with the lord on September 21,2025. He was born on August 16, 1941, in Marietta, to the late Millard and Margaret Douthitt.
Billy was a 1959 graduate of Marietta High School who went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Air Force. Billy later worked for Amoco, where he retired after many dedicated years.
Georgene Timko Johnson, 76, of Marietta passed away at 10:25 am on September 8, 2025 at Elison of Marietta.
She was born May 8, 1949 in Walton Hills, Ohio to George and Agnes (Kubasha) Timko. Georgene graduated from Lumen Cordium High School in Bedford, Ohio and was one of the first graduating classes of Cleveland State University. After graduation, Georgene went on to get her Master of Library Science at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She was employed as the Liberian with Cleveland State University, before becoming the Director of Technology Services at Marietta College. Georgene then became the Director of Library Services at North Eastern State University in Tahlequah, OK before returning to Marietta to become the Director of Library Services at Washington State Community College and opening the Establishment Restaurant on the Westside. She was an active member of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption.
Linda D. Parks, 77 of Marietta passed away peacefully at 5:10 am, Friday, September 5, 2025 at OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.
She was born on May 7, 1948, in Marietta a daughter of Herman T. Longfellow and Estolene Harris Longfellow. Linda was a beloved companion, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many.
Linda K. Haught, 78, of Marietta passed away at 8:35pm, Sunday, August 31, 2025, at her home. She was born on May 7, 1947, in Williamstown, WV, a daughter of Raymond and Jean Maidens.
Linda was a graduate of Williamstown High School and had worked for 25+ years as a Chemical Operator at Borg Warner which later became G.E. Plastics.
On June 23, 1984, she married Roger Haught who preceded her in death on December 13, 2015.
On January 10, 2024, at 7:04 p.m., we welcomed our beautiful baby, Jensen Axel Drummond, into the world. With deepest sorrow, we share that our beloved son passed away far too soon on August 31, 2025, at the age of 1 year and 7 months. Jensen filled every day with joy, laughter, and amazement.
Jensen amazed us daily with his energy, curiosity, and delight. He loved watching Paw Patrol and playing with his “bub-bubs”—jumping on them, yelling at them, or destroying their newly built Lego or magnetic tile towers and Minecraft characters. He enjoyed turning off the PlayStation on his brothers mid-game, and mimicking Mom and Dad whenever they yelled for his brothers. They could often be heard screaming long, loud, and all together in the back seat of the car. Just recently he loved playing red light, green light, and mimicking every move his brothers made. Jensen also loved singing and playing with “Mum-Mum,” jamming and dancing to any music that came on. He loved helping his “Da-da” with any task, big or small.
