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Lonnie Carl Jackson

1958-2025 Lonnie Carl Jackson, 66, of Chester, passed away March 22, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on Oct. 16, 1958, the son of the late Joe and Dorothy (McKevley) Jackson Sr. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Joe Jackson Jr. and Zane Jackson; two nephews Richie Jackson and Joey “Chip” Jackson. He is survived by two sons, Lonnie and Andy Jackson; sister Suzzie Jackson; and two brothers, Randy Joe and Ronnie Lee Jackson. Also, by four nieces, Jessie (Steve) Wells, Savannah (James) Delwiche, Misty Cope and Gina Jackson; a ...

Gary F. Morris

1948-2025 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Gary F. Morris, 76, passed away at Brookdale Memory Care Center in Colorado Springs at 4 p.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025 following a long battle with dementia. Born in East Liverpool, Ohio on Dec. 12, 1948, he was the son of the late James F. and A. ...

Joseph Robert ‘Bob’ Taylor

1936-2025 Joseph Robert “Bob” Taylor entered into the arms of his savior on March 21, 2025, in East Liverpool, Ohio, at the age of 89. Born on March 14, 1936, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, Bob lived a full and rewarding life filled with love, dedication, and family. Bob spent his career as a trustworthy and reliable time spotter at Crucible Steel and the Standard Horse Nail Corporation. His unwavering work ethic and commitment to his duties were admired by colleagues and friends alike, and passed down to his sons and grandchildren. A devoted family man, Bob cherished spending time ...

James E. Powell

James E. Powell 1943-2025 James E. Powell, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, at The Orchards of East Liverpool. Born on Dec. 9, 1943, in Smithfield, W.Va., the son of the late James A. and Emily G. (Stout) Powell. He was 81 years ...

Robert H. ‘Bob’ Fritz

Robert H. ‘Bob’ Fritz Robert H. “Bob” Fritz, 78, of Wellsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 13, 2025 with his loving wife at his side. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church. The Rev. Eric Edwards of the church will be officiating. The Tri-State Veterans Burial Group will provide full military honors. Friends may visit at the church one hour prior to the time of the service. A hot luncheon will be served at the church, immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be ...

Monnah Weese

Monnah Weese 1930-2025 EAST LIVERPOOL – Monnah Weese, 95, of East Liverpool died Wednesday at Calcutta Health Care Center. She was born on March 10, 1930, a daughter of the late Harrison and Delphia (Summerfield) Carr. Dawson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 3/20/25