Chambers & James Funeral Homes

02/24/2026

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02/23/2026

Levi, beloved service dog of James Papson, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, at Brooke Hills Animal Hospital after a brief illness, with his family by his side

Levi began his life as a dog not knowing he was destined for anything beyond joyful barks, chasing after things, and bei...

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02/20/2026

Emmett L. Lantz, 95, of Follansbee, WV, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Mary Jane Brooks Valley Hospice Care Center North in Steubenville, OH.

He was born on June 25, 1930, in Steubenville, OH. He was the son of the late Emmett E. Lantz and Jessie (Manning) Lan...

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02/19/2026

Today, we wish our owner, Eric Fithyan, a Big Happy Birthday! Join us in celebrating him today and always for the work he does at the funeral homes and our beloved community!

02/18/2026

Jaqueline “Jackie” Kay (Lyons) Grace, 72, of Cadiz, OH, passed away suddenly following a fall on February 10, 2026, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Born on August 23, 1953, in Burgettstown, PA, Jackie was the beloved daughter of the late David Kenneth Lyons and Genevieve (Cha...

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02/13/2026

James Mitchell Sr. of Steubenville, OH, 54, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 in Youngstown, OH.

He was born on October 12, 1971 in Steubenville, OH. He was the son of Opcha (Kang) Davis of Steubenville, OH, formerly of Korea and the late Ruel Mitchell.

James was a p...

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02/13/2026

Over 3800 Valentines 💘 collected and delivered personally to the VA Health Center, Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad and the WV Army National Guard. Thank you for helping us so love to our Veterans and Soldiers! Proud to be your Veterans Choice of Funeral Homes!

02/12/2026

Brian “Sandman” E. Sands, 60 of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Mary Jane Brooks Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville, OH.

Brian was born on July 6, 1965, Follansbee, WV. He was the son of the late James Sands and Dorothy (Swiger) Sands...

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02/11/2026

Tune in on Tuesday we talked about our amazing staff. With over 70 years of combined experience in the profession to serve you as your neighbors, friends and family.

02/11/2026

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02/10/2026

James Michael Benzo, 88 of Follansbee, WV, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 9, 2026 at his residence.

James was born on April 2, 1937, in Follansbee, WV. He was the son of the late Michael Benzo and Helen (Shak) Benzo.

James proudly served his country in the United States Arm...

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02/10/2026

David Hunt Kins, 76, of Wellsburg, WV, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, after a recent illness at WVU Medicine, Wheeling Hospital.

David was born on February 22, 1949. He was the son of the late Frank Kins and Nelda (Liming) Kins.

David was a West Liberty State College alumni...

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