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.
Edsel Thomas Walters, 96, of Marietta passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Elison Assisted Living and Care. He was born May 31, 1927, in Marietta a son of Elmer and Freda Clasey Walters.
Edsel left school early and joined the U. S. Navy serving during World War II on the Battleship Indiana and later on Troup Transport. After the service he returned to school and graduated from Marietta High School. He was an exceptional athlete, especially in track and played football and basketball. He was employed at B. F. Goodrich for 44 years until his retirement. Edsel was a founding member of the Marietta Beagle Club and was the last surviving charter member. He enjoyed hunting, watching football, bowling, fishing, collecting knives and dancing. But above all, he was a family man.
Willa J. Knowlton, 92, of Whipple passed away at 11:14 pm Monday January 1, 2024 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born August 3, 1931 in Lower Salem to Charles and Myrtle (Holdren) Rhodes. Willa was a 1949 graduate of Salem Liberty High School, a homemaker and had been employed at Marietta College and Salem-Liberty Schools. She was a member of Twin Rivers Baptist Church. For many years Willa was a member of the Whipple Community Church where she played piano. Preparing food especially pies for others was a very important part of her life.
Catherine Marie Groves McGee, 72, of Marietta passed away on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023 at Waterview Pointe.
She was born November 16, 1951 in Marietta a daughter of John Paul Groves and Barbara Catherine Coss Groves. Catherine was employed at Marietta Center for 23 years and she enjoyed crocheting and playing games.
David “Pop” Lee Spicer I, of Marietta, Ohio at 80 years passed away at Marietta Memorial Hospital on December 30, 2023 with his family at his side.
He was preceded in death by his sister Susan, wife Linda, his parents Harold and Mary.
Dave grew up on the South Side of Marietta, graduated from Marietta High School in 1961 and then joined the United States Air Force where he proudly served as an Air Police Officer.
Julian Chad Straw (2002-2023), of Marietta, passed away on December 29, 2023 after a lifelong struggle with a Cerebral Palsy. The extent of his illness made it impossible for him to accumulate the life experiences that are normally summarized in an obituary. Instead, Julian’s life found a purpose in bringing out the best in others and exposing qualities that can, when extended, transform people and offer a prologue to the eternity that awaits us all. Many of these qualities are exemplified by the care provided by his mother Tamera, whose compassion, empathy, and selfless courage can serve as a living template of the path any human being can take in seeking a life of value. The Roman writer Cicero left behind a powerful Latin motto that can inspire us to see Julian’s life as a reminder of our duties to others: “Non nobis solum nati summus” (“Not for ourselves alone are we born”).
Date of Death: Fri, 12/29/2023 Services: Mon, 01/15/2024 11:00 am Read More
Rose Irene Casto, 84, of Marietta, OH passed away peacefully at her home on December 27, 2023 surrounded by family.
Rose was born in Marietta on June 8, 1939 to the late Robert and Mary Wright. Rose was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; two children, son Robert William and daughter Jacquelin Rose; 1 sister, Patricia Kilmer; and 1 brother, John (Sonny) Wright.
Jeffrey L. Smith, 68, of Marietta passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born on August 22, 1955 in Point Pleasant, WV a son of Norman Smith and Goldie Lambert Smith. Jeff had worked at various jobs in his life and he enjoyed dirt track racing.
