The Marietta Times

Lawrence "Bud" Eugene Babb went to be with his savior Jesus Christ at 10:45 p.m. on October 22, 2021. He was born in Washington County, Ohio on April 24, 1950, to the late Betty Day Babb. Lawrence, who everyone knew as Bud, was one of the funniest and most thoughtful men ever. As sick as he was the past few years, he was always more concerned about others, especially his best friend and soul mate, Joni Horner Gheen. His favorite saying, which he spoke on his last day on earth was, "it will be alright honey." And now that he has traveled onto paradise, that statement is so very true. He is survived by his forever soul mate, Joni Horner Gheen of McConnelsville; and two sisters, Donna...

Richard Goodwin age 72, passed away at his residence on Monday, October 18, 2021. He was born August 15, 1949 in Marietta, OH to the late Edward & Dorothy (Hill) Goodwin. He was also preceded in death by brothers, William and Robert Goodwin; and sister, Dottie Allberry. Richard was a Washington High School graduate. He retired from Freshmark after 20 years of service. He enjoyed watching the Tigers, Buckeyes and Browns with family and friends. He was a member of Central Baptist Church. He is survived by lifelong partner, Karen Goodwin; two daughters, Tonya (Wes) Price and Dawn Goodwin (partner, Dan Yingling ); 7 grandchildren, Wesley 'Bud' (Jessica) Price Jr, Gage Price,...

Edward Frost Stacy, a retired U.S. Navy commander and aviator, died of natural causes on October 12, 2021 at the age of 96 years. Cdr. Stacy was born on September 25, 1925. He was a native of Marietta, Ohio and a descendant of an early pioneer family of that state with roots in colonial Massachusetts. He grew up on the family farm and apple orchard in Oak Grove, on the outskirts of Marietta. He attended Marietta College and was a 1948 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. At the Academy he was a varsity fencer (saber) and always enjoyed pointing out the star he earned for beating Army, to go with his letter "N." On February 3, 1951, as a young naval aviator, he married Mary Elizabeth Gregory,...

Elizabeth Marie Garverick-Hunter, 51, of Marietta, OH, passed away at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 after a brief illness. She was born on December 11, 1969 in Georgetown, OH, daughter of the late Shannon and Barbara Horner Garverick. Elizabeth graduated from Marietta High School. She worked most of her life in food services at Hartland Nursing Home. She was also a home health aide for many years and cared for her mother-in-law and several others in their final days. Elizabeth attended Pinehurst Baptist Church in Marietta, OH and loved her church. She married her long-time partner, Wayne, on July 29, 2021. Elizabeth was the most kind, loving, and...

Shawn Michael Urschel, 51, of Waverly, died Sunday, September 19, 2021, at the Adena Regional Medical Center, as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born April 1, 1970 in Marietta, OH to Louis and Sheila Perry Urschel, who survive, of Marietta. On October 14, 2000 he married Debra G. Roby Urschel, who survives. Also surviving are 3 step-daughters, Jessica (Tim) Members, and Jennifer and Julia McDaniel; 2 siblings, Shannon (Shawn) Ball and Shelley (Scott) Armstrong; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other loving family members. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Helen and Arthur Perry and Myrtle and Louis Urschel, Sr. Shawn was an electrician, and...

Robert Larry Smith, husband of Martha Gant Smith, died Monday, September 6th, at his home in Cary, NC. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture from Ohio University. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Robert Smith and Eula Maye Styles. He is survived by his wife and two sons; Chris Smith of Waxhaw, NC, wife Jeanne, and grandchildren Matthew, Justin, and Emily; and Eric Smith of Sumter, SC, wife Jennifer, and granddaughter Taylor. Services will be held on Sunday, September 19th at 2:00 p.m. at Kirk of Kildaire Presbyterian Church located at 200 High Meadow Drive, Cary, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Transitions...

Sharon Seaman "Shari" (Blodgett) Van Bramer died unexpectedly on 15 July, 2021 at The Villages Regional Hospital, The Villages, FL, of a complication resulting from a fall on 6/28/21 that fractured her femur. She was 74. She was the daughter of the late William I. "Bill" and Marjorie M. "Marge" (Seaman) Blodgett. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, David J. "Dave" Van Bramer, her two very much loved & successful sons, Scott D. (Melissa) of OH, and John W. (Dawn) of NC, and her four beloved grandchildren, Jake T. of VA, Emily A of OH, Katerina N. of NC & Rachel L of OH. She is also survived by her 3 sisters-in-law, Sandra A (Al) Inget, Donna M (Dave) Hayes, and Anne M...

Linda Lee Beery, age 71 of Someret, KY formerly of Marietta, Ohio passed away on March 10, 2021 in Somerset. She is survived by her husband, Brad Beery, two children, Shawn (and Donna) Stebelton and Stacey Stebelton, a step-son, Ben (and Kellie) Beery; two brothers Billy (Lisa) Reiter and Terry (and Lorrie) Reiter, six grandchildren and a host of other relatives, and friends who mourn her passing. A memorial service may be held at a later date. Pulaski Funeral Home of Somerset, KY is in charge of all arrangements.

Melvin Orwin Stewart, 87 of Ashville, OH went to his heavenly home on Feb 9, 2021. He was born March 11, 1933 in McKeffrey, WV to the late Merrill Orwin and Rachel Lucinda (Wilson) Stewart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Garry Lee Stewart and sister Velva Jean (Stewart) Bauerbach. Melvin loved being outside playing golf and working in the garden. He loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and was always proud of their accomplishments and what was happening in their lives. He had a smile that would light up a room and would allow others to easily engage him. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints where he...

Evelyn "Abbie" Jean Clifton, age 89, of Coshocton, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020. She was born in Marietta, Ohio on July 31, 1931 to the late Harry and Abbie (Beardsley) Sprague. Abbie loved to go to flea markets, auctions and antiquing; she also enjoyed fishing and quilting. She was the owner and operator of the Blue Goose Carryout with Jerry Hall and was the anchor of her family. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her children, Jeanie Brown, Jerrie Lynn Rastorfer, Darryl Hall and Charles (Laura) Hall; grandchildren, Terry Clifton, Scott (Casey) King, Brenden (Mary) Hall, Kevin Baker, Jarrett Hall, Lane Hall, Carey (Matt Edie) Goddard, Jamie...

Gertrude M. "Gertie" Turner Age 98, of Canton, passed away Thursday October 1, 2020 in the Gables of Canton. She was born January 24, 1922 to the late James and Ada Lavada (Smith) Parks. Gertie was a member of the Northwest Church of Christ where she was formerly active in many of the church's activities. She was a member of AARP and a charter member of Stepping Stones. She is preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Turner in 1993; one daughter, Janet Turner; two sisters, Helen Davis and Mary Lou Fruia; son-in-law, Steve Wilson. Gertie is survived by three daughters, Shirley (Ray) McGill, Vicki Wilson and Paula (Brian) Sullivan; seven grandchildren, Michele (Joe) Bales, Jon (Toni)...

Robert Donel Carnahan "Bob", born April 22, 1954; entered the peace of Heaven on August 24, 2020. During most of his life, he was an entertainer. He played many instruments including guitar, fiddle, banjo and mandolin just to name a few. He and his brother, Scott, toured the music scene under the name "The Carnahan Brothers" mostly playing country western and blue grass. He also shared his musical talents with many other bands in the area. Bob was a genuine and loving people person and quite the comedian. He brought joy to everyone who met him. Bob was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ and enjoyed gathering with his church family. He loved hugs and loved pulling out his pieces of...

Chris Michelle Jazairi (nee Winer) entered the world on February 16, 1965 to Jeanie Lee Carpenter and Virgil West and left this world on August 20, 2020 after an 18 month battle with cancer. Following her mother's untimely death, she was adopted by Arthur Howard Winer and Alice Faye Winer (deceased). She is survived by her long-time companion and good friend, Clay Hoffman of Catonsville, MD; her father, Arthur Winer of Rockport, WV; her two brothers, Lee Winer of La Porte, IN and Donnie Carpenter of Marietta, OH; and her step father, Don Carpenter of Savannah, GA. Chris was a 1983 graduate of Marietta High School and had worked in restaurants, computer programming and tax preparation...

Dorothy B Smith, age 92 of Marietta and formerly of Gallipolis died Tuesday morning August 4, 2020 at Harmar Place in Marietta. Dorothy was born March 16, 1928 in Whipple, Ohio. She was the daughter of late Gilbert and Nora Seyler Becker. She was married to William "Bill" Smith on July 19, 1947. Dorothy was a 1946 graduate of Marietta High School. Upon moving to Gallipolis, she worked at the GC Murphy Store, later at the French City Press and finally at the Carter and Evans Company. She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church for over 60 years, she was a very active church member, especially in the church kitchen. Dorothy was well known for her cooking which included...

Dr.Billy Ray Dunn, 85, of Harpers Ferry, died Friday, July 31 at his home after a short illness. Born on October 9, 1934, in Vago, WV, he was the son of the late Norman and Mabel (Hughes) Dunn. He was also preceded in death by siblings, Dottie Miles and Jerry Dunn. Dr. Dunn graduated from West Virginia University where he received both his Bachelor of Science and Masters degrees. His career as an educator began at Petersburg High School where he was a Vo-Ag teacher and Vice Principal. After a two year stay at Potomac State College, he moved to Shepherd College (now University) where he wore a variety of hats, from Sports Information Director to Chair of the Secondary Education...

Roy Gale Vandine, 79, of Lorena, Texas, formerly of Stockport, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Roy was born July 5, 1940 in Stockport, Ohio to Lucius and Dorotha Vandine. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister Verla Blind and brothers Dean Vandine and Eugene Vandine. He is survived by his son Robert Vandine and wife Kim, daughter Dee Watts and husband Kevin, sisters Erma Foster and husband Robert and Patricia Groah and husband David, brother Daniel Vandine and wife Terri, seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. After high school, Roy served four years in the Navy and later retired from NCR. He was a master craftsman with wood and...

On Tuesday, March 31, 2020, John Robert "Bob" Young - a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather - passed away at the age of 91. Bob was born on February 15, 1929, in Marietta, Ohio. Despite having offers to play basketball around the country, he stayed home to take care of his mother and be near his high school sweetheart, Darlene Middleswart Young, whom he married following graduation from Marietta College. Later in life, Bob was selected to be in the Marietta College Hall of Fame and was able to enjoy this honor with his wife, Darlene and his children. As a Regional Sales Manager for DeVilbiss Company, they moved around the Midwest before finally settling on Atlanta in...

Robert E. "Bobby" Eddy, age 67 of Akron passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020. He was born on August 13, 1952, the son of Earl F. and Bertha J. {Metts} Eddy. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, brother Thomas Eddy, sister Betty Gearhart, and brothers-in-law Edward Reeder and Robert Gearhart. He is survived by his love of 9 years, Rita; children Brenda (David) Cronk, Melissa (Tony) Collier, Cheryl Smith, Michelle (Chris) Spencer; step-children Pamela (Jeff) Harrison and Vince (Erin) Bahil; 6 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters Shirley (Bob) Dowdy and Barbara Reeder; many nieces and nephews; best friend and "brother" Kenneth (Joyce) Miller. Bob was...

Craig Francis Cutlip, age 54, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on December 29, 2019 at Mount Carmel East Hospital. Craig was born July 10, 1965 to Frank and Esther (Ternosky) Cutlip in Akron, OH. Craig worked as Operations Manager at National Auto Care in Westerville where he considered his team to be an extension of his family. Formerly, he served as a manager at Alliance Data in Columbus. Craig was an avid and loyal Cleveland Browns and Ohio State fan. He loved fantasy football and watching sports with his family and friends Jerry, Mitch, John and Todd. He loved golf, music and trips to the Florida Gulf Coast. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Julie (Jurin) Cutlip....

Patricia Sue Rhodes, 83 of Salem passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Camden Clark Hospital in Parkersburg. She was born May 25, 1936 in Buffalo Creek, WV daughter of the late Harold Theodore Bennett and Winifred Jean West Bennett Ryan. Patty graduated from Salem High School, Class of 1954. She had been employed by the Bureau of Public Health Department in Parkersburg, Ingersoll Rand and retired from the Small Business Administration in Clarksburg. She was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church and enjoyed, cooking, shopping and spending time with family. Patty is survived by her son, Robert Rhodes II and Jan Holter of Belpre, OH; grandchildren, Jennifer Stevens and Todd of...