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02/03/2026

Charles H. "Butch" Wenner, Jr.

Charles H. “Butch” Wenner, Jr., 74, formerly of Cadiz, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday Feb 3, 2026, at Sunnyslope Care Center in Bowerston, Ohio. He was born in Barnesville, OH on January 15, 1952, to the late Charles H. and Ruth (Copeland) Wenner.

Butch was a 1971 graduate of Jewett High School. He was a member of the 4H program for many years where his interest in electronics began, and he won many ribbons with his projects. After graduation he attended electronics school in Akron, OH. He married Susan K. Katona on September 30, 1978, and they were married 35 years until Susan’s death in 2013. The pair enjoyed attending the Steubenville Assembly of God Church together prior to Susan’s passing.

He was retired from the Cardinal Plant and had his own electrical repair business for many years.

He was preceded in death in addition to his parents and wife by his in-laws, Louis and Amy Katona.

He is survived by his sisters Linda Wenner and Mary Ellen (Craig) Haney. He has several nephews and one niece and many great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Sunnyslope Care Center for the excellent care that they have given Charles in last few years.

A graveside service with the family will be held at a later date. Burial will take place at Cadiz Union Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

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02/02/2026

John M. Raymond

John M. Raymond, 75, of Cadiz, Ohio, passed away on February 1, 2026, at his home. He was born on May 16, 1950, in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late Ernest E. and Edith M. Veto Raymond.

John obtained his Bachelor of Education from Ohio University. He began his teaching career at the former St. Casimir’s Catholic School in Adena in 1973. He then taught for Harrison Central Junior High until his retirement in 2008. He was a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. John loved to golf. He was a family man and especially enjoyed spending time with and attending events for his grandchildren.

John is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sue Leach Raymond; daughter, Kim (Vance) Pulley; son, J.T. (Tasha) Raymond; grandchildren, Trey, Vance, Kinley and Addi Pulley and Charlee, Maria and Livi Raymond; and sister, JoLee Donahue.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home in Cadiz. Visitation will also be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at the Covenant Presbyterian Church, 49319 Cadiz-Harrisville Road, Harrisville, Ohio 43974, with Minister Barry Hall officiating the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Covenant Presbyterian Church.

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01/30/2026

Bettie J. Sedgmer

Bettie Jean Hall Sedgmer passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026. She was 99 years old according to Bettie. She is survived by her daughter, Beckie Lewis (Alan) of Copley, Ohio, grandson, Trevor (Ashleigh) of Hudson, Ohio, granddaughter, Shelby Lewis Harris (Brandon) of Brooklyn, New York, and special daughter, Amy Ossman of Cadiz, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bob” Sedgmer and parents, Mary and Chester Hall.

Bettie was born in Cadiz, Ohio on June 4, 1925. She graduated from Cadiz High School, attended business school, and worked as a bookkeeper in the county engineer’s office.

She married Bob in 1949. Together they enjoyed traveling all over the country, and camping locally, serving on various church committees and boards, and attending all of Beckie’s activities (which were later replaced by grandchildren’s activities).

Bettie was a room mom at school, baking and crafting before there was Pinterest. She also made and sold coal jewelry for the Coal Festival and volunteered as a tour guide at the Clark Gable Museum.

Many thanks to the best neighbor ever for all the home cooked meals and friendship, and to wonderful caregivers who helped keep her at home as long as possible.

Bettie loved living in Cadiz, she loved her family, and yes, she loved a good creamstick. Rarely did you see Bettie or Bob without the other one. Now they are together again.

Bettie and Bob loved spending time at the library. The family strongly encourages that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Puskarich Public Library, 200 East Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907.

A small private service honoring Bettie’s life has taken place.

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01/30/2026

Vance A. Long

Vance A. Long, 69, of Cadiz, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 26, 2026. Vance was born on October 12, 1956, in Wheeling, West Virginia, a son of the late Van W. and Lola M. Bell Long.

Vance was retired from the former Twin City Concrete, now Smith Concrete, in Cadiz. He loved to hunt, fish, and whittle.

Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Rosemary Patrick Long; daughter, Annie Long and her husband, Jimmy McAfee; special nieces and nephews, Braelyn and Ethan Patrick and Roxie and Ron Butchel; Cassie Wright who was like a daughter to him; Glenna Wells who was like a mother to him; and 2 sisters-in-law: Polly and Bobby Nalley and Becky and Bob Frohnapfel; brother-in-law, Randy and Christine Patrick.

Per his request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Scio Firehall. Friend and family may gather at 11:00 a.m. with a memorial luncheon beginning at 2:00 p.m. and you may bring a covered dish. The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home in Cadiz, Ohio.

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01/30/2026

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01/29/2026

Norman Dean Paolucci

kill Norman Dean Paolucci “Mr.Dean”, 62, of Cadiz, Ohio passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026, at WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital surrounded by family and friends following a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was a son, brother, uncle, great uncle, and friend to many. He was born on October 13, 1963, in Martins Ferry, Ohio.

Dean started working at a very young age delivering newspapers then went on to stock shelves at the local grocery store (Pat’s M&K), from there to Whitlatch Auto Body followed by Hardy Coal Company, Buckeye Landscape, Harrison County Garage and finally New Athens Water & Street Department.

Dean was always working on or building something, including the garage he lived in. He was the “Jack of all Trades”. Appreciated by all that needed transported to appointments or the hospital, day or night. He was a fan of Nascars’ Darrell Waltrip but the dirt track was his passion, following T-8 (Banal). The stories told were very entertaining. Dean loved being outside. Welding during the day, then sitting by a fire jamming to WDVE 102.5, Led Zep, Ramble On being “his song”. He would always say he was “bad to the bone” and although the cancer changed his looks, he would remind himself “It’s not about looks it’s about performance.”

He was preceded in death by his father, Norman Edward “Ed” Paolucci, stepmother, Karen Skinner and his beloved cat Harley Girl.

He is survived by his mother, Betty M. Kurtz Paolucci; sister, and care giver, Chriscel Kelley; sister, Dannell (Jim) Luyster; niece, (Dr. Jeca) Jessica (Andy) Bates; nephew, Derrick (Monica) Kelley; great niece (his buddy), McKenna June Kelley.

Per Dean’s wishes cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, Dean requested that people donate to the Harrison County Cancer Crusaders in his name, as they were a tremendous help in his journey. Contributions may be mailed to the Harrison County Cancer Crusaders, c/o Julie McPeak, 226 Charleston Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907.

See You on the Other Side

“My uncle, Norman Dean Paolucci, was truly one of the wildest, strangest, meanest dudes I’ve ever met… and I’ve met members of the Hells Angels and the Banditos. If you know, you know. He was also one of the kindest, soft hearted, hard-shell-outside-gooey-on-the-inside people there was. He had a funny way of showing it from time to time, but every now and then he’d slip up and let his big heart show. He’d threaten to take the wheels of my dirt bike and hang them on the wall for forgetting to check the oil properly or keeping it full of gas. Then later that day he’d take me for a ride on his bike or let me hang around the garage while he worked and I’d watch… or steal stickers and adult magazines out of his office drawer. It took a long time for him and I to have a positive relationship. He was tough on me as a kid, he was tough on me as a teenager, and as I grew older we started to kind of figure each other out. Never would have thought we’d have the same kind of outlook on a lot of things. I think he was so hard on me because he knew it’d make me tough. Kind of a Boy Named Sue sort of situation. Again, if you know, you know. He knew he was the only real male presence in my life. So, he tried to teach me the only way he knew how to. With grit and stubbornness and tough love… but love all the same. He’d tell you he was fighter not a lover, but we all knew he was both. You wouldn’t have a single story about him helping you out if he was as mean as he put on. That’s what he always tried to do was help. He was many a folks savior and helping hand. He helped me more than he’ll ever know. We may never have sat down and tore apart motors together, practiced welding together, or hell even had a beer or 6 just him and I telling tales out of school…. but he did teach me a lot and for that I am forever grateful. I only wish he could still be here teaching me. He was a son, a brother, an uncle, a great-uncle, a friend and the only person who could out-argue my wife. I’ll miss his wild stories, his one-off phrases, and his ability to always make me laugh even when he wasn’t trying. In other words one of his all time favorites, Uncle Dean, I’ll see you on the other side.

Love, Derrick.

Rip Norman Dean Paolucci, 1963-2026.”

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01/28/2026

David W. Sechrest

David W. Sechrest, 64, of Scio, Ohio, passed away on January 27, 2026, at Trinity Medical Center West. He was born on August 29, 1961, in Bellaire, Ohio, to the late Jack and Martha Sechrest.

Dave loved being outdoors. He loved animals, especially his 2 dogs and 5 cats that he treated like family. He also enjoyed attending events and socializing with people at the House of the Sheperd Church in New Athens.

Dave is survived by his wife, Twila Ronevich; son, Matthew Sechrest; brothers, Jack (Nancy) Sechrest and Charlie (Mary Ann Kiss) Sechrest; stepchildren, Christopher Toole and Ashley (Larry) Gibson; sister-in-law, Tina (Lanny) Sterms; step-grandchildren, Nathaniel Toole, Vada Greer, Ellie Gibson and Gannon Gibson; 1 granddaughter; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, with visitation from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 5:00 p.m. with Rev. Pete Tuchek officiating at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home in Cadiz.

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01/26/2026

Walter Virtue

Walter Ray Virtue, a devoted father, proud grandfather, and loyal friend to many, passed away on January 24, 2026, at the age of 62.

Walter was preceded in death by his father, Walter Virtue (Effie); his mother, Edith Wood; and his sister, Susie Bausell.

He leaves behind a family who loved him dearly: his daughters, Kendra Austin (Matt) and Kelsey Snodgrass (James), and his grandsons, Wyatt and Lucas Austin, who brought him endless pride and joy. He is also survived by his sister Kathy Barrickman and his brother Mike Virtue (Emily), along with their families.

After graduation, Walter joined the United States Navy. His time in service reflected the same qualities that defined the rest of his life - dedication, humility, and strength. He went on to spend most of his professional career with Novelis, where he worked for more than 25 years.

Walter found happiness in life's simple pleasures. He loved camping, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. He was the kind of man who would give you the shirt off his back, and never met a stranger. Those who knew him will remember his sense of humor, his steady presence, and the quiet, consistent ways he showed love - not always with words, but always with actions.

Visitation and memorial services will be held at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home in Cadiz, Ohio, on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4:00 p.m. with Matt Austin officiating. Military honors will be provided by the Adena American Legion #525 prior to the start of the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Walter's honor to K9s For Warriors (http:// k9sforwarriors.org)

Walter will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.

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01/24/2026

Vicki L. Emhoff

Vicki Lynn Emhoff, 77, of Steubenville, Ohio, formerly of Cadiz, passed away on January 23, 2026, at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville Nursing Home. She was born on January 13, 1949, to the late Dallas “Gene” and Arlene Emhoff.

Vicki worked in the hospitality industry for many years as a waitress. She enjoyed watching TV, especially football, Hallmark Christmas movies and 80’s reruns. She loved her two boys and had a special Sunday tradition of taking them to dinner and a movie when they were growing up. Most of all, she loved being a grandma and adored her grandkids.

She is survived by her 2 sons, Brian Emhoff and David (Brianna) Emhoff; grandchildren, Caitlin Emhoff, Erica Emhoff, Gunner Emhoff, Hailey Emhoff and Avery Emhoff; 2 sisters, Jill (Doug) Cline, Debra Emhoff; niece, Heather Cline; and many cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, with visitation from 5-7 at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home in Cadiz. A private family service will follow immediately after the visitation. Vicki will be laid to rest beside her parents at Greenwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

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01/23/2026

Carol J. Westfall

Carol J. Westfall, 80, of Cherry Valley, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Valley Hospice Center North in Steubenville with her family by her side. She was born April 15, 1945, in Cherry Valley, a daughter of the late Ralph and Maggie Tipton Carothers.

Carol had a special talent for cooking. She enjoyed being the cook at Spanky’s Restaurant in Wintersville as well as baking for her family. She was a talented painter and a master in the art of crocheting. Her favorite activity was watching her grandkids play sports and ride horses. She absolutely loved being a Grandma and Wife.

She was preceded in death in addition to her parents; by her siblings: Donald Carothers, David Carothers, Edna Gee, Dorthy Dahms, Ruth Taylor and Buck Carothers.

Surviving is her husband, Audie L. Westfall; her daughter, Kelly Sancreek Zeroski; her grandchildren: Marley and Wyatt Zeroski; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at later date. The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio.

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01/22/2026

Gordon Marcellus Jones

Gordon Marcellus Jones has passed away. He was born on November 15, 1935, and died on January 20, 2026, at the Meadows of Cadiz nursing home. He lived to be 90.

He was a member of the First Apostolic Church in Cadiz, Ohio where he was the deacon of the church. He was a Navy Veteran of 4 years. He retired from the Harrison County Garage after 31 years of service.

He enjoyed walking, golfing, gardening, yardwork, playing with his grandchildren, watching football with his son, wood carving, coloring, going to Roger’s Flea Market, shopping and many other activities.

He loved spending the holidays with his family. He was a loving husband, father of 7 children, grandpa, uncle, and sibling of 14 children.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Edith Jones, brothers, Dickie, Larry, Fritz, Mike, and a baby brother; sisters, Elaine, Joann, Ellen, Donna, and Sharon; former wife, Florence; and daughter, Debbie.

Surviving are his wife of 25 years, Vivian (Susie); siblings, Jerry of Cadiz, Roberta (Rick) of Pennsylvania, and Toni of Georgia; children, Anita (John) McCrary of Lithonia, Georgia, Tonya (Frank) Tyler of Massillon, Ohio, Delbert (Cheryl) Jones of Killeen, Texas, Chauncey Jones (Janelle) of Steubenville, Ohio, Tim (Melissa) Jones and Marcellus Jones of Cadiz, Ohio; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends, as well as his church family.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until time of funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz with Rev. Ray Ellenbaugh officiating. A military service honoring Gordon will take place at 12:45 p.m. Honored loved ones serving as pallbearers include: Marcellus Jones, Tim Jones, Delbert Jones, Brandon Jones, Frank Jones, Deron Jones, T.J. Jones, Mike Ross and T.J. Wright.

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01/18/2026

John Kinder Lovejoy

John Kinder Lovejoy, 68, of Jewett, Ohio, passed away on January 17, 2026, at his home with his loved ones by his side following a courageous battle with cancer that lasted over two years. He was born on September 15, 1957, in Bellaire, Ohio, to the late John Robert and Bernice Kinder Lovejoy.

John worked as a computer programmer for many years as well as a farmer. He loved working on his farm. He especially enjoyed his 2 favorite animals, his donkeys Clem and Ollie! He was also an avid beekeeper. He, like his father, was a coin collector. John was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Cadiz. He was a member of the Flushing Masonic Lodge #298 and served as their secretary. He was a very proud Chairman of the 23rd District Volunteer Program. John was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Valley of Steubenville.

John was preceded in death in addition to his parents by his wife, Carol J. Ager Teter.

He is survived by his sisters, Kathie (Don) Barnes of Neffs, Ohio and Karen L. (Rodney) Kovacs of Flushing, Ohio; 3 nephews, Tate (Kelly) Barnes of Medina, Matt (Shannon) Kovacs of Flushing and Joe (Natalie) Kovacs of Bethesda, Ohio; 6 great nieces and nephews, Gwendolyn, Eliot, Reagan, Emberlyn, Daryth and Jake; step-daughter, Molly (Luke) Teter Webb and her children, Eva and Poppy.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 12-1 at the Presbyterian Church of Cadiz. The Masonic Service will take place at 12:45 p.m. with the memorial service beginning at 1:00 p.m. with John Visser officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the 23rd District Volunteer Program, c/o Deanna Kinney, P.O. Box 483, Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935.

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