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DELORES BANAL

Delores Ann Banal, 82, of Smithfield, passed away Friday, May 17, 2024, in Wheeling Hospital. She was born on October 10, 1941, a daughter of the late, Manuel and Anna (Wilczynski) Espasandin Sr. Delores was a member of St. Adelbert Catholic Church and retired from JCPenney after many years of service. She enjoyed cooking, baking and loved all animals. She is survived by her children, Denise (Jay) Kirkpatrick and Randy (Brenda) Banal; a granddaughter, Megan Kirkpatrick; two step grandsons, John and Jeff Neilly; a brother, Manuel Espasandin Jr.; and several nieces and ...

HARRY BLANCHARD

Harry “Rex” Blanchard, 71, of Brilliant, OH, passed away May 17, 2024. Private burial at New Alexandria Cemetery. Offer condolences at www.wheeler funeralhomes.com.

ANTHONY PALIZZI

Anthony Joseph Palizzi, 85, of Follansbee, WV died peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Weirton Medical Center. He was born on January 3, 1939, in Follansbee, WV, a son of the late Camillo and Mary (Andrilli) Palizzi. In addition to his parents Anthony is preceded in death by a brother, Nick Palizzi; and three sisters, Helen Oxier, Rita Colantonio, and Anna Dugan. He graduated from St. Anthony High School in 1958. He then spent six years in the Marines as a reservist. After 32 years he retired as a foreman in the BOP at Weirton Steel Corporation. Tony was a lifelong member of ...

ANTHONY MATTIOLI, SR.

Anthony E. Mattioli Sr., 91, a beacon of wisdom and spirited joy, departed this life on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in the comfort of his own home. Born on October 27, 1932, in Steubenville, Anthony lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love for his family. Anthony proudly served ...

RONALD JOHNS

Ronald E. Johns, 88, formerly of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Thursday May 16, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by his wife Bea Johns and son Randy Johns. He is survived by three children, Cindy (Mike) Zahler, Ron (Penny) Johns and Beth ...

JOY LEE

Joy Lee, 76, of Richmond, Ohio passed away on May 16, 2024. She was born in Steubenville on September 3, 1947 the daughter of the late Robert D. & June Petrel Lee. Joy was manager of Sam’s Club in Robinson Township prior to its opening until she retired in her 70’s years of age. She was ...