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12/23/2025

Donald Ray Curry, 88, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025, in the Holzer Medical Center Emergency Room, Gallipolis, Ohio. Born September 30, 1937, in Omar, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Thomas Jefferson and Mary (Wooten) Curry. A proud 40 year United States Navy Veteran, he was employed for many years as a Foreman with the State Highway Department of Massachusetts before retirement.
He was a member of Gallipolis American Legion Post #27, a member of the DAV, and a member of Poplar Ridge Free Will Baptist Church.
Donald is survived by his children, Thomas J. (Stella) Curry, North Reading, Massachusetts and Sharon (Phillip Cacciatore) Donato, Somerville, Massachusetts; grandchildren: Paul Thomas (Nicole) Donato, Amanda Elizabeth Donato, Sarah Rose (Matt) Lightbody, Rebecca Curry and great-grandson, Paul Whitney Donato.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by wives, Claire and Babara Curry, sons, Michael and Steven Curry, sisters, Margie Curry, Ada Adkins, Roda Knox, Hester Brooks, Eilene Ferrell , Stella Brown and Juanita Hamilton as well as brothers, Earl, Levi, Leonard, Leslie, Charles and Oakley Curry.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon Tuesday, December 30, 2025, in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, Ohio. Burial with Full Military Graveside Rites by the Gallia County Veterans Funeral Detail will follow in Poplar Ridge Church Cemetery, Bidwell, Ohio. Family members and friends may visit at the funeral home Tuesday, 11:00 AM to the Noon service time.

12/23/2025

Brenda Darlene Park, 72, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, in Holzer Senior Care Center, Bidwell, Ohio. The daughter of the late Everett Lewis and Daisy Annabelle (Russell) Kemper, she was born in Vinton, Ohio, April 6, 1953. Brenda married John Park December 16, 1995, who preceded her in death October 22, 2019.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Becky (Mike) Greene, Middleport, Ohio, Tammy (Matt) Gilmore and Aaron (Courtney) Mulholand, both of Gallipolis, Ohio; grandchildren: Makenzie (Kris) Weisenbach, Maddi Greene, Grant (Haiden) Gilmore, Gabral (Helen) Gilmore, Grace Gilmore, Connor Mulholand, Clayton Mulholand and great-grandchildren, Apollo, Freya, Daisy, Re*****on and Forest.
Also missing Brenda are brother, Sam Kemper and her fur babies, Joee, Zoee and Chloee.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by her sister, Linda Burnett.
Brenda will be forever remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many.
Memorial services will be conducted at 12:00 Noon, Monday, December 29, 2025, in Morgan Center Holiness Church, Bidwell, Ohio. A Gathering of Friends will be conducted at the church Monday at 11:00 AM to the time of the service.

12/19/2025

Rick (Mulholand) McClaskey, 71, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Friday, December 19, 2025.

He is survived by his mother, Phyllis Mulholand, brother, Anthony (Lisa) Mulholand and sister, Penny (Mark Danehart) Shepherd as well as sister-in-law, Vicki Mulholand and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his father, Robert McClaskey, the father who raised him, James Mulholand and brother, Eric Mulholand.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 PM Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in the Vinton Memorial Park, Vinton, Ohio.

The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the McClaskey/Mulholand Family.

12/13/2025

With sympathy we announce the passing of a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Edna Mae Tawney.

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12/08/2025

Jewell L. Hash, 87, of Bidwell, Ohio passed peacefully in her home Friday, December 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to E. Lowell and Mildred (Waters) Fish April 6, 1938, at Red House, West Virginia. A member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Gallipolis, Ohio, she worked for the United States Postal Service as a Postmaster for many years. Jewell was married to Martin Hash February 3, 1956, and together they shared sixty-nine years of marriage.
Jewell was a unique wife, mother and grandmother. God gave her many talents to her life, including cooking meals for family as well as large crowds and her ability to bake pies, cakes and other confections. She was well known for these delicious treats. She had an ability to recite poetry that was unmatched, sharing many with her children. She loved to dance and listen to music, often including her family in these endeavors.
Her grandchildren will fondly remember the many camping trips taken with her and Martin throughout their childhood – another love she shared with those around her. She spent precious time with her Sunday school class, to whom she shared her love of Jesus and taught those children, as well as her own, to love one another as Jesus loves us.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Martin, and their children: Gwen (Rob) Phillips, Bidwell, Ohio; Martin L. (Pam) Hash, South Point, Ohio; Amy Hash, Rio Grande, Ohio and Becky (Greg) Gardner, Tarlton, Ohio; grandchildren: Sarah (Danny) Rucker, Susan (Shane Davis) Phillips, Robbie (Nicole) Phillips, Jarrod (Pinky) Hash, Abi Hash, Josh Hash, Jessie (Eddie) Christian, Jordan (Karen) Gardner, Corbin (Kailee) Gardner and Casey (Cash Hepper) Gardner.
Also missing Jewell are seventeen great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and sister-in-law, Donna Fish, Kingston, Ohio.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by brothers, Maxwell Fish and Howard Fish and sisters, Becky Brown and infant, Cordelia Fish.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, December 12, 2025, in the First Church of the Nazarene 1110 1st Ave, Gallipolis, Ohio, including a one hour visitation prior to the service at 10:00 AM, with Pastor Greg Gardner officiating. Burial will be in Miller Cemetery, Bidwell, Ohio. Family and friends may visit at the church Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00-6:00 PM.

11/25/2025

Eulah “Joyce” Livingston, 77, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, in Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis, Ohio. Joyce was born in Rio Grande, Ohio, November 2, 1948, to the late Clyde and Eulah Mae (Donahoe) Mount. She married the love of her life, Darrell Leroy Livingston, December 6, 1971, and together they shared fifty years of marriage before he preceded her in death November 2, 2022.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and devoted Christian holding a membership at Deer Creek Free Will Baptist Church in Vinton, Ohio. She loved her flower garden and roses, which she took great pride in.
Joyce will be deeply missed by sons, Darren Livingston, Ironton, Ohio and Shawn (Paula) Livingston, Thurman, Ohio; grandchildren: Katrina (Adam) McMillian, Xavier Livingston, Kirsten Livingston, Austin (Akira) Livingston, Bryce Livingston, Tyler (Ruby) Ebert, Sam (Gia) Livingston and Brianna Livingston as well as great-grandchildren Jace, Alaris, Elijah, Apollo, and Theo.
Also left to cherish her memory are brother, Norman (Shirley) Mount and sister, Anna (Jim) Mitchell and sister-in-law, Freda Mount.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded by son, Eric Livingston and brothers, Richard Mount and Lester Mount.
Private Funeral services will be held with burial to follow in the Vinton Memorial Park, Vinton, Ohio.
The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the Livingston Family in their time of need.

11/25/2025

Alisha Dawn Jude, 43, of Jackson, Ohio, entered the presence of the Lord Friday, November 21, 2025. She was born August 3, 1982, to Douglas Winston and Pamela Kay (Davis) Jude, Vinton, Ohio and they survive.

Alisha attended Danville Holiness Church - she loved the Lord and her family. She also attended God’s Bible School, Cincinnati, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by brothers Eric (Jessica) Jude, Langsville, Ohio and Ryan Jude, Vinton, Ohio; niece, Cassandra Jude; nephew, Eric Jude II as well as several extended family members and friends.

Alisha was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Jess and Lucille Jude and maternal grandparents, Bob and Dorothy Davis.

Funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at the Danville Holiness Church, Danville, Ohio with Pastor Sean English officiating. Family and friends may call at the church beginning at 11:00 AM to the time of service. Burial will follow in the Danville Cemetery.

The McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, is honored to serve the Jude Family in their time of need.

11/25/2025

Anthony Gibson, Jr., 77, of Bainbridge, Ohio, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, in CoreCare at Westmoreland Center, Chillicothe Ohio. Born September 8, 1948, in Phelps, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Anthony Gibson, Sr. and Ella Mae (Stiltner) Gibson. He was a carpenter by trade.

He is survived by three daughters: Jelena Mills, Springfield, Ohio; Amy (Billy) Robinson, West Virginia and Angela Gibson, Columbus, Ohio; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren and two sisters: Bonnie Adkins, Lancaster, Ohio and Christine (Keith) Heaston, London, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded by brothers, Elmer Douglas and Thurman Gibson, and sister, Juanita Wineka.

Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, November 21, 2025, in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, with Rev. Kevin Green officiating. Burial will follow in Brush Cemetery, Vinton. Family and friends may call at the funeral home Friday 12:00-1:00 PM.

11/25/2025

Betty Mae Oiler, 53, of Vinton, Ohio, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025, in the Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. Betty was born in Gallipolis, Ohio, September 1, 1972, daughter of the late Thurman Elsworth and Juanita (Bowen) Oiler.

Betty will be missed by her sisters, Teresa Oiler, East Lynn, West Virginia; Stephanie (Jody) Viars, Gallipolis, Ohio; Rebecca Oiler and Jaime (Len) Woodard, all of East Lynn, West Virginia; nephews: Christian (Danielle) Viars, Christopher Viars, Billy (Misti) Dillon, Wil Dillon, Andy Woodard, Samson Dillon and nieces: Danielle Queen, Jessica (Jared) Jack, Carrollyn (Scott) Woodard and several great-nieces, great-nephews, and extended family members.

Funeral services were conducted at 1:00 PM Thursday, November 20, 2025, in the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, Ohio with Rev. Steven Stewart officiating. Burial will follow in the Ellis Family Cemetery, Vinton, Ohio. Family and friends may call at the funeral home Thursday 12:00-1:00 PM.

11/25/2025

Kevin Eugene Payne, 47, of Bidwell, Ohio passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025, in Cheshire, Ohio. Kevin was born July 1, 1978, the son of Wendell Adrian Payne of Bidwell and the late Rita Mae (Harris) Payne. Kevin was a veteran of the armed services, serving in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy. He was a member of Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Bidwell.

In addition to his father, Kevin is survived by sister, Patricia (Jimmy) Samons, uncles Robert L. Lawson (Deborah); Gene Ellis Payne, Keith Harlan “Turk” Payne; David, Timmy, Worny and Frank Harris; aunts Tammy Harris, Geri Harris, Kay Harris and Lora Harris; special niece and nephew, Kiana Samons and Isaiah Samons, several additional cousins and their families.

Funeral services were conducted 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in the McCoy-Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis with Rev. Marlin Griffin officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. Cremation services will follow.

Donations are being accepted in lieu of floral memorials to aid Kevin's Family in funeral expenses. Please visit www.mccoymoore.com

11/11/2025

Kimberly “Kim” Eyvonne Spencer, 60, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, with her family by her side. Kim was born in Jasper, Indiana, November 2, 1965, daughter of the late Mansfield and Rosemary (Hobbs) McBeth. She married her husband of forty years, Daniel Spencer, at Statesboro, Georgia, June 15, 1985, and he survives.
To this union were born their children: Samantha (Tim) Leach, Danielle Spencer and Kevin Spencer and grandchildren, Gabe Leach and Calder Leach. Also left behind to cherish her memory are brothers and sister: Thomas (Manuela) McBeth, Randi McBeth and John McBeth and best-friend and sister-in-law, Donna Perry.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by brothers, Robert McBeth and David McBeth and sisters, Melisa Scraper and Pamela Flener.
In accordance with her wishes, Cremation services are under the direction of the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Vinton Chapel, where Memorial services will be held Monday, November 17, 2025, at 1:00 PM. A Gathering of Friends will be held Monday 12:00-2:00 PM.

11/10/2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Eugenia Murphy announces her entrance into the presence of the Lord on November 8th, 2025, at the age of 93. She passed away peacefully at Pleasant Valley Healthcare Center in Mason County, West Virginia. She was a devoted follower of Christ and a faithful servant of the Lord. She was known for her work as a Eucharistic Minister and Choir Member at St. Louis Catholic Church in Gallipolis, Ohio Under Father Myers and her work at McCoy-Moore Funeral Home.
Mary "MaryJean" Eugenia Bussan Murphy was born on November 30th, 1931, in Galena, Illinois, to Wilbur Herman Bussan and Josephine Loretta Dalsing. She grew up on the family farm of which she has many fond memories.
In 1952 Mary received her Bachelor’s Degree in Math & Science from Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa. In 1953 She secured a job as a Labtech at Ravenna Arsenal. In 1954 she worked as a Chemist in the analytical laboratory of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio. While working for Firestone she met Robert Murphy on a blind date who was an employee at BFGoodrich Tire and Rubber Company. They got along famously as Robert would say, and the rest is history.
Mary married the love of her life, Robert Murphy, on November 6, 1954, and had 7 children in the next 13 years. They would have celebrated their 64th Wedding Anniversary in the year of his passing.
She was a proud resident of Akron, Ohio for over 40 years, raising 6 kids and seeing that we were all brought up in the Catholic faith as members of St. Sebastians Catholic Church just two blocks from the family home. In 1984 upon Robert's retirement they moved to Vinton, Ohio to enjoy the country lifestyle.
Mary was a talented and prolific seamstress, known for creating beautiful garments and keepsakes for her loved ones. Whether it was meticulously crafting bridesmaids' dresses for her sister, delicate baby clothes, tailoring bespoke dresses, or diligently mending Father Myers liturgical vestments. Her crafts and creations were cherished by family and friends, becoming tangible expressions of her love and care. Many will fondly remember receiving her thoughtful, handmade gifts, each a unique reflection of her artistry like the Evil Knievel Suit she crafted for her then young son Kevin.
Mary was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend who will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and generosity. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy in life.
In addition to her Spouse Robert Murphy and Parents, Mary was predeceased by her sisters Doris, Norma and Linda; brothers Roger and Maurice; Daughters, Kathleen, Coleen and Bridget; Grandson Victor and Son-in-Laws Stacey, David and Robert.
Mary will be lovingly remembered by her 4 surviving Siblings: Carolyn, Janet, Ralph and Paula. Mary will also be lovingly remembered and missed by her 4 surviving children: Sr. Mary, Maureen, Patti (Eddie) and Kevin (Laurie). Mary will also be fondly remembered by her 16 Grandchildren: Shane, Clint, Samantha, Ian, Lena, Jacqueline, Joseph, Joshua, Geremy, Charles, Zachary, Tyler, Kevin, Ethan, Blaine, Carey-lee and by her 22 Great-Grandchildren: Austin, Halie, John, Kiesla, Jacob, Adam, Isabel, Lillian, Abbygail, Rylie, Jayona, Dylan, Solomon, Miles, Matilda, Patrick, Madison, Ollie, Isaac, Bodhi, Berkley and Jaxon and by her 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren: Oliver, Amelia, Miley, Asherah and Azrael. Mary will also be sadly missed by her best friend Kathryn Sigler.
Friends and family may come for Visitation at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, Wednesday November 12th from 5:00-8:00 PM.
Funeral Mass will be conducted at 10:00 AM Thursday, November 13, 2025, in the St. Louis Catholic Church, Gallipolis, Ohio with Father Hamm officiating. Burial will follow at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery, Gallipolis, Ohio.
In lieu of floral arrangements, please consider a donation in Mary’s Memory to Pleasant Valley Health Care Center Activity Fund 640 Sandhill Road Pt. Pleasant WV 25550
This memorial is lovingly written by Mary’s Family for the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home.