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.
Ellen Louise Henderson, 93, of Williamstown WV, passed away March 21, 2024 at WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center.
Ellen was born September 14, 1930 in Ritchie County, daughter of the late George L. Pratt and Geraldine “Short” Moore Pratt
Ellen was a graduate of Pennsboro High School and Mountain State Business College. She married her husband Gailey Henderson on August 26, 1950. She was employed by Hope Gas Co and John B Yates Lumber Co for a few years until they started a family. Ellen was a loving wife and mother to 3 sons. She was a 44 year survivor of breast cancer.
MaryAnn (Kinney) Sandstrom, age 83, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on March 13, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. As one of the eldest grandchildren of the late Charley O Clark, MaryAnn was a cherished daughter of the late Denver Wilson “Ted” Kinney and Thelma Devota (Clark) Kinney. She was born on May 13, 1940 in Toledo Ohio.
She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Ray Sandstrom of Marietta OH for nearly 37 years; a loving sister to Ted Alan Kinney of Dublin OH and Clark Evans Kinney (deceased); and a devoted mother to Natalie Ann (Bill) Giles of Cary NC; Nannette Marie (Jim) Knellinger of Frankfort KY and David Allen Lenington of Marietta, OH.
Her legacy extends through her grandchildren: Zebulon Martin, Adrienne Austin, Michelle Cator, Raquelle Combs, Eli and Cady Lenington; and her great-grandchildren Alaric and Leyna Martin; Asher, Ephraim, Pierson and Eliza Austin; Michael, Christian and Mallory Cator. MaryAnn was also a caring aunt to Erin and Brian and a great aunt to Caleb, Lila, Brooks and Ellie.
MaryAnn’s love for her small chihuahuas, Roo and Scooter, reflected her capacity for love, extending even to her beloved pets, who became like children to her. She was also an avid reader, loved history, working puzzles and watching the birds and squirrels.
Betty Carol Gaskins, 96, of Marietta passed away at 1:15 pm, Saturday, March 9, 2024 at The Arbors.
She was born September 10, 1927, in Braxton County, WV, daughter of James Young and Rebecca Bell Stalnaker Young. Betty had been employed at Marietta Memorial Hospital as a Nurse’s Aide.
Ronzel Shawver, 64, Williamstown passed away March 8 as a result of complications from bladder cancer.
Ronzel graduated from Williamstown High School. After a brief stint in the military, Ronzel worked in management positions for Nobil Shoes in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, and in management positions for Domino’s Pizza in the Marietta, Parkersburg, and Ashtabula areas. He later moved back to West Virginia and worked for Custom Applicators.
Angela R. McElfresh, 61, of Marietta passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Riverside Methodist in Columbus surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
She was born on September 3, 1962, in Sardis, Ohio, a daughter of Ella Blair Hanson. She graduated from Warren High School. Angela enjoyed collecting Indian items and watermelon items. She loved her kids and grandkids and had a “big heart.” She had a lot of friends that she loved and were a big part of her life.
Jeanette Louise Barker, 90, of 623 Virginia St. passed away at 10:17 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was the last survivor of ten children. Ms. Barker was born on December 5, 1933 in Cleveland, OH to Valmond, Sr. and Gladys (Thomas) Barker. She worked for many years as a secretary for Evenflo and Flood Company. Ms. Barker never married and never had children, however she had great pleasure in being an aunt, a great aunt and a great, great aunt. There was never a dull moment around Jeanette/ Aunt Jeanette/ AJ/ Aunt Jay/ Nanettles.
James R. Erb, 62, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away at 6:46pm, Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Camden Clark Medical Center.
He was born October 30, 1961, in Washington County, Ohio, a son of Russell Stewart and Barbara Poole. Jim had worked for Archer’s Heating & Cooling in Parkersburg and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
