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Robert Birney

Robert M. “Bob” Birney 85 of Wintersville, formerly of Richmond, Ohio passed away August 13, 2022 at his home.

He was born November 1, 1936 in Steubenville, Ohio, a son of the late Dwain and Velma (Milhoan) Birney. In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by his grandson, Ryne McCoy; brother, Donald Birney; sister-in-law, JoAnn Birney.

Bob is survived by his wife of 62 years, Linda (Patterson) Birney; son, Doug (Kathy) Birney of Wintersville; daughter, Sherry (Patrick) McCoy of Apex, NC; grandchildren, Cale (Megan) McCoy of Raleigh, NC; great-grandchildren, Harlow, Lennon, and Beckham McCoy and Kylee Stull (Ryne’s daughter)

He was retired from Weirton Steel and was a member of Bell Chapel Methodist Church. He was a member of the Steubenville Masonic Lodge #45 F&AM and was 32nd Degree Scottish Rite. Bob was a master carver and loved giving his carvings as gifts. Bob always said it wasn’t him doing the work, God guided his hands.

He loved antique cars including a 53 Chevy he restored and one of his greatest joys was working with his son, Doug restoring cars. Bob also enjoyed fishing including trips to Lake Erie and Canada. His greatest joy and love was his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Private arrangements entrusted to Everhart-Bove Funeral Home.

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