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MICHAEL RABBIT

Michael W. Rabbit, 74, of Wintersville died Monday, June 10, 2024 at Valley Hospice. He was born August 28, 1950 in Wheeling, WV. He is the son of the late Louis and Bertha Richmond Rabbit. He is also preceded in death by one brother Louis Rabbit Jr. Michael was retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as an inspector for many years. Michael proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the Combat Veterans Support Group of Steubenville. Surviving are his wife Barbara DeWitt Rabbit, whom he married December 31, 1971; son Michael Rabbit ...

ROBERT EWING

Robert E. Ewing, Sr., 92, of Unionport, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born in Steubenville on October 20, 1931, a son of the late John Jacob and Pearl V. Call Ewing. He was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corp. and served in the Navy. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Janet E. Spurrier Ewing; son Robert E. Ewing, Jr.; two brothers and four sisters. Bob was an avid Steubenville Big Red and OSU fan. For many years, he coached Wintersville Little League and Girls Softball. Bob is ...

RONALD GRIMM

Ronald C. Grimm, 64, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Trinity Medical Center West. Ron was born on July 6, 1959, in Steubenville, Ohio, the son of the late Robert E. and Margery E. Dudley Grimm. He was employed by Monro Muffler Brake in Steubenville, Ohio, for over 25 years. He worked his way up from technician to manager and was affectionately known by many in the Ohio Valley as “Ron at Monro.” He also served as a deacon at Word of Life Fellowship for many years. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by three unborn children and an ...

ROBERT SMITH

Robert C. (Bob) Smith, 86, formerly of Toronto, residing in Richmond, VA, went to be with his Lord Jesus on May 30, 2024. Services will be held at Starkdale Presbyterian Church on June 15. Visitation at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m. with lunch to follow. Bob’s arrangements are in the care of J. E. Foster Funeral Homes, Inc., in Toronto, OH. www.jefosterfh.com

MARY SPETEK

Mary Madeline Spetek, beloved wife, mother, and pillar of her church community, peacefully passed away at Evergreen Personal Care Home in Washington, PA, under the caring hearts of Concordia Hospice Services on Thursday, June 6. She was born on February 6, 1928, in Houston, PA, to the loving embrace of Edmund and Anna Rodenski Cononge, and was one of four cherished children. Mary’s journey through life was marked by warmth, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to her loved ones. She received her education at the Chartiers-Houston School District, where she laid the foundation for ...

MICHAEL MERCER

Michael Anthony Mercer 46, of Wellsburg, WV passed away June 6, 2024, at Trinity Hospital, Steubenville, OH. Michael was born September 26, 1977, in Wheeling, WV to Pamela Sue Nolan Mercer and the late Jerry Brent Mercer. In addition to his father Michael was preceded in death by his sister Jody Lee Mercer. Mike attended Brooke High School where he graduated in 1995. Michael was a Journeymen Union Pipefitter for Union Local 495, following in his father’s footsteps. In addition to his mother, Michael is survived by his wife Lorena Febo Mercer, fur baby and best friend ...