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.
Dora Brooks, 93, of Marietta passed away on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Marietta Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 10, 1929 in Zehlendorf, Berlin, Germany to Viktor and Freda Gurski. She grew up in Berlin under Nazi rule, and also lived there through the duration of World War II. She remembered nearly everything and had countless stories to tell about that time.
She came to the United States in February of 1948 and married her husband, George W. Brooks, that same month in Greenup, Kentucky. They made their home in Dart, Ohio and lived there for many years. He preceded her in death on November 4, 1980.
William F. Bee, 71, of Marietta passed away at 4:08 pm, Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell.
Bill was born on February 21, 1951 at Celina, OH to William E. and Marjorie A. Singer Bee. He retired in 2009 from Eramet maintenance department and was a member of the Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption. He enjoyed many vacations with family and friends.
Gerald E. Hill, 87, of Macksburg passed away at 6:15 am, Wednesday, September 28, 2022. He was born September 4, 1935 in Reno, OH, a son of Clifton A. and Wanda May Becker Hill.
Gerald had been employed at Inter Lake Steel and Globe Metals. He was a graduate of Lowell High School, Class of 1953 and a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. He attended the Waterford Church of the Nazarene and a member of Lowell American Legion Post 750. Gerald was a wonderful father and grandfather to many.
Larry Lee Rake, 84, of Marietta passed away at 2:04 pm, Monday, September 26, 2022 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on 22 December 1937 in Dart, Ohio to Robert and Ruth (Kiggans) Rake.
Larry was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was retired U S Army Reserve Command Sergeant Major and also retired from the laborers union and Greenless Construction Company. He was a valued member of Souls Harbor Church.
Ruth Dailey, 96, of Fleming passed away at 5:55 pm, Friday, September 23, 2022 at Harmar Place. She was born September 30, 1925 in Marietta a daughter of Loring and Lulu Mosser Wilhelm.
Ruth had been employed by William Putnam and Sons, Remington Rand and Washington County Extension Office as a secretary. She was a member of Sixth & Washington Church of Christ and was a 4H leader for 19 years.
Vaughn E. Thacker, 66, of Marietta passed away at 9:10am,Thursday, September 22, 2022 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born August 14, 1956 in Marietta a son of Clifford and Mabel Burchett Thacker. Vaughn was a free-lance construction worker. He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose.
Ernest G. Cottrell, 76, of Newport passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. He was born October 21, 1945 at Fairmont, WV, to Marion and Dollie Runnions Cottrell.
