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TERRY YOUNG

Terry L. Young, 80, passed away on January 15, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1946, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Frank and Sarah (Kempton) Young. In addition to his parents, Terry is preceded in death by his brothers, Lloyd, Paul, Ralph, and Charles Young; and his sister, Jean Deavers. Terry was a proud U.S. Army Veteran and was a member at the Wintersville American Legion Post 557. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol (Fithen) Young; his children, Terri (George) Vanezalos, Michelle (Scott) Ensminger, David (Chris) Young, Krissi (Tony) Febo, and Amanda (Tony) ...

KATHY SMITH

Kathy Smith (Ina Kathleen Kruise) of Fairfield, CA, passed away peacefully on the morning of December 31, 2025. She leaves behind a family who adored her and a legacy of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. Kathy’s greatest and most cherished role was being a grandmother. Her ...

JERRY WRIGHT

Jerry A. Wright, 81, of Toronto, OH, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Jerry was born July 29, 1944, in Toronto, son of the late Esther Morgan. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sandy Wright, on Nov. 14, 2010, and his grandson, Joey Cassella. Jerry retired from the Wheeling-Pitts- burgh Steel Corp’s Mingo Plant. He belonged to the Margarets Club, loved to fish, and cherished spending Sundays with his family. Surviving is his son, Donnie (Nikki) Wright of Toronto; three daughters, Denise (Dave) Schroeder of Shadyside, OH, ...

REVEREND JEFFREY PROYA

Reverend Jeffrey M. Proya, age 71, passed away peacefully at home on January 14, 2026. He was born on September 13, 1954, in Beaver Falls, PA. Jeff devoted more than 35 years of his life to serving others as a Methodist minister. His faith, compassion, and steady presence touched countless lives and communities throughout his ministry. Jeff found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved fishing, playing softball in the church league for Bell Chapel, and also enjoyed golfing with his brother, Andy Joe, at East Palestine Country Club. He especially cherished time with his ...

DOUGLAS SMITH

Douglas A. Smith, 65, of Brilliant, OH, died Tuesday January 13, 2026 at Trinity West. There will be no services. Offer condolences at www.wheelerfuneral homes.com.

CARL YAROSZ

Carl H. Yarosz, better known as ‘Hedda’, 69, of Toronto, OH, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, OH. Carl was born February 17, 1956, in Steubenville, son of the late Carl H. and Dorothy M. (Romanda) Yarosz. He was also preceded ...