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DONALD J. ALBERS

Donald John Albers, 91, of St. Clairsville, OH, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Symphony at Olmsted Falls Memory Care, where he was regularly visited by his children since moving there in December 2024. Don was born in the town of Alton, IL on May 25, 1934, to Arthur J. and Elisabeth Albers. He was the first born of their six children. Don graduated from Alton, Illinois’ Marquette Catholic High School in 1952, and attended St. Benedict’s College (now named Benedictine College) in Atchison, Kansas for three years. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1955, ...

ROBERT FROHME

Robert William Frohme, 91, of Wheeling WV passed away on October 4, 2025 at the Continuous Care Center. He was born on April 14th 1934 in Wheeling WV, the son of the late Robert E. and Gladys V. (McElhaney) Frohme. Bob was a graduate of Triadelphia High School, attended West Virginia ...

ELEANOR “ELLIE” BRADCOVICH

Eleanor “Ellie” Louise Keller Bradcovich was born on March 20, 1933 in Benwood, WV. Daughter of Harvey E. Keller, Sr. and Elizabeth E. Newlon Keller. Ellie went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 5, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 64 years, ...

HARRY YAHN III

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Victor Yahn III, who departed this life on October 1, 2025, at WVU Medicine - Wheeling Hospital. Born on October 31, 1939, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Harry lived a rich and fulfilling life of nearly 86 years. Harry served his ...

GARY BECKER

Gary W. Becker, 80, formerly of Wheeling, WV, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, at WVU Medicine-Uniontown Hospital. Born on May 4, 1945, in Wheeling to the late Earl and Ruth (Meyers) Becker. Gary was a man of simple pleasures, finding joy in the art of drawing, particularly weather maps, and cherishing his collection of stuffed animals. His gentle spirit was evident to all who knew him. Gary leaves behind several cousins who will remember him fondly and miss him dearly. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during the visitation on Wednesday, October 8, ...

MARY GARDNER

Mary Francine (Kennedy) Gardner, 77, of Glen Dale, WV, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025. Born on February 22, 1948, in Center Point, WV, she was the beloved daughter of the late Vanzy Ellen Gaston and Creston H. Snodgrass. Mary dedicated her life to her family and her work as a ...