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BARBARA CUICHTA

Barbara Elaine Cuichta, a beloved mother, grandmother, and Registered Nurse, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2023, in Moundsville, West Virginia. She was born on June 8, 1946, in Marshall County, West Virginia. Barbara lived a life filled with compassion and dedication, inspiring those around her to be their best selves. Barbara’s career as a Registered Nurse spanned many years, working in the offices of Dr. Kenneth J. Allen, Dr. Ashrath, and Dr. Ventosa and at Reynolds Memorial Hospital. Her commitment to the well-being of others was evident in the care she provided to ...

JOSEPH KLIMASZEWSKI

Joseph B. Klimaszewski, age 83 of Moundsville, WV died Sunday, July 2, 2023 at home. He was born January 3, 1940 in Wheeling, WV the son of the late Joseph H. Klima- szewski and Martha Woodruff Holcombe. He was formerly employed at Suzie’s Place, S. Wheeling, and Louie’s Hot Dog; was a ...

CLARA DiCLEMENTE

Clara DiClemente, beloved wife, mother, and homemaker of a fruitful home in Martins Ferry, Ohio, peacefully passed away on June 30, 2023, at Wheeling Hospital (WVU Medicine) in Wheeling, West Virginia. She was born on December 1, 1927, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to the late Henry A. and Eva Mary (Weitzel) Bierkortte. Throughout her long and fulfilling life, Clara dedicated herself to creating a loving and nurturing environment for her family. She cherished her role as a homemaker and took great joy in tending to her loved ones’ needs. Clara’s interests were many and diverse; she ...

EXIE DELANEY

Exie Craig Delaney, 70, of Wheeling passed away on Saturday July 1, 2023 in Wheeling Select Specialty Hospital. He was born in Wheeling on November 1, 1952, son of the late Exie D. and Bertha (Craig) Delaney. He is survived by his wife Billie Kay (Watenpool) Delaney; son Exie Craig DeLaney, II; daughter, Connie (Tommy) Wilson; 5 grandchildren, 2 sisters and 1 brother. A memorial celebration will be held in the future. Arrangements by Kepner Funeral Home, 2101 Warwood Ave., Wheeling (304-277- 2722) Personal condolenc- es can be left for the family online at www.KepnerFuneral.com

DEBORAH HANING

Deborah H. McCulley Parkison Haning, 65, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Liza’s Place, Wheeling, WV. She was born August 20, 1957, in Stuttgart, Germany, and was the daughter of the late John S. and Peggy Dorsey McCulley who passed April 25, 2023. Deborah was a graduate of Mount de Chantal Visitation Academy and attended WVU. She was a former Account Manager with Hallmark Card Company and a former head chef at Wheeling Country Day School. She was a Presbyterian by faith and long-time member of the Oglebay Mansion Museum Committee. In addition to her ...

JOHN “GENE” PRZELENSKI SR.

John “Gene” Przelenski, Sr., 87, of Wheeling, WV, passed away at home surrounded by his family on July 2, 2023. Friends will be received on Thursday, July 6, 2023 from 4-8 PM at Kepner Funeral Homes, 166 Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV (#304-242-2311). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 7, 2023 at 11 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 2244 Marshall Avenue, Wheeling, WV.