All Obituaries

Linda L. Swiger, 59, of Weirton, passed, Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Weirton Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. Born, March 12, 1961, in Weirton, she is a daughter of the late John and Etta “Lorraine” Saffel Swiger. She was preceded in death by her sister, Judy Hamilton, and brother, Tommy Swiger. Linda worked for many years at Quick Mart and More in Weirton. She dedicated 13 years of service working at the Bistro in IKEA Pittsburgh. She was an extremely giving...

East Liverpool, OH. Mary M. McKnight, 58 of East Liverpool passed peacefully at her home in East Liverpool, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 18, 2020, after being diagnosed with cancer eleven months ago. Born in East Liverpool on October 14, 1962, Mary was the daughter of the late Robert “Bob” and Elizabeth “Libby” McMillan Pickering. She last worked at her “favorite job”, a baker at L&B Donuts in East Liverpool. Mary had formerly...

Laura D. Power passed on Sunday, October 18, 2020, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh where she was taken after becoming suddenly ill at her home in East Liverpool. 70 years old Laura was born in Berlin Heights Ohio on July 12, 1949. She was a daughter of the late Gerald Brant and Irene J. Good Link. A former hairdresser, Laura was a wonderful mother, raising her family with loving care, creating memories that will last a lifetime. She could often be found volunteering at the Way...

Ruth Ann Carson, age 69, life long resident of Newell Heights, passed away at her home under hospice care on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. She leaves behind a loving husband, Gerald Carson of Newell, whom she married September 14, 1974, daughter Christy Stewart (Ken) and granddaughter Olivia of New Castle, PA; son Jeffery Carson (Riley) of Robinson Township, PA; sister Linda Haddock (Jim) of Virginia as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  She is preceded in death by her...

 Scott A. Ryan, 51, of Wellsville, passed unexpectedly, due to natural causes, Sunday, October 11, 2020, at his home. Born, December 4, 1968, in Weirton, he is a son of Pearl Dulaney Ryan of Weirton and the late James Ryan. Scott was also preceded in death by his grandfather, James Dulaney. He was a graduate of Weir High School. Scott was formerly employed by A&K Railroad and he was most recently employed by Columbiana Remodeling where he worked as a Supervisor. Scott attended...

Donald R. Mack, 64 of East Liverpool and formerly of New Cumberland, passed at the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland on Thursday, October 8, 2020. Born in New Cumberland on October 29, 1955, he was a son of the late James G. Mack Sr. and Jennie Whittaker Mack. Don retired from the Homer Laughlin China Company in Newell, and he was a 1974 graduate of Oak Glen High School. He served his country in the US Air Force from 1974 to 1976. An avid Steelers fan, Don loved to hunt, shoot...

William Reardon, 65, of Weirton, passed, Sunday, October 4, 2020, at Allegheny General Hospital, following a lengthy illness. Born, February 13, 1955, he is a son of the late Patrick and Dorothy Bumgart Reardon. He was a 1974 graduate of Weir High School. Bill worked as Mill Wright at Weirton Steel, until his retirement. He was a stubborn man but had a heart of gold especially when you needed help, he would be right there with no questions. Bill enjoyed racing cars, fishing, and...

Gary E. Conzett, 50, of East Liverpool, passed, Saturday, October 3, 2020, at his home. Born, April 20, 1970, in Salem, he was a son of the late, John Taylor and Karen Knight Alford and stepfather, Darrell Alford. Gary loved his k-9 companions, Mattie, and Bella. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Gary will be missed by the love of his life, Cassandra (Twiggy) Lucas; sisters, Tina Conzett of East Liverpool, Connie Conzett of WV., Mandy Dessaro of EL., Melissa...

Jerry K. Cornell, 77, of Chester, passed, Thursday, October 1, 2020, in the Emergency Department at East Liverpool City Hospital. Born, July 12, 1943, in Chester, he is a son of the late Joseph “Bill” and Dorothy Burns Cornell. Jerry was a 1961 graduate of Chester High School. He retired from Airco-BOC gases, after 30 plus years of service. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and he enjoyed reading in his free time. Jerry was funny and quick-witted, but he had the...

Steven P. Rhodes, 61, of Midland, passed, Monday, September 28, 2020, at Heritage Valley Beaver, following a brief illness. Born, April 27, 1959, in Dallas, TX., he is a son of the late, Tommy and Sylvia Martin Rhodes. Steven was a graduate of Justin F. Kimball High School in Dallas, TX. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, where he studied Aviation Structural Mechanics. He served on the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier. Steven was currently employed as a mechanic for American...