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Dorothy J. Wells

7/26/1922 - 9/19/2019

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Obituary For Dorothy J. Wells

Dorothy J. Wells, 97, of Steubenville, Ohio died Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Weirton Medical Center. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 26, 1922 a daughter of the late Max & Emma Campbell Gorsuch. Dorothy was a member of LaBelle View Church of Christ; Town & Country Golf League; Prime Time; Jefferson County Historical Society; D.A.R.; Order of Eastern Star; Leisure Club Quilters; and the last graduating class of Wells High School. She had worked in retail sales over the years.

Preceding Dorothy in death were her husband, Robert R. Wells; son-in-law Merle Farnsworth; and two sisters Hannah (Kenneth) Gilcrest & Doris (Mitch) Boich.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Jennie Farnsworth of Beverly, OH, Janet (Larry) McDaniel of Thornville, OH, Paul “Mick” (Cindi) Wells & Scott (Cheryl “Sherri”) Wells both of Wintersville, OH; four grandchildren Jeannie Farnsworth, Jeff (Jodi) McDaniel, Jayna (Mike) Treen & Edward Farnsworth; eight grandchildren Jasmine Lucas, Charles, Catalino & Raphael Farnsworth, Leah Cook, Scott McDaniel, Paul & Davey Treen; life-long friend Billie Miller of Winston-Salem, NC; several nieces & nephews.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Sunday 1-3 p.m.; where services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday with Minister Tom Arehart officiating. Burial at Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to LaBelle View Church of Christ.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Jack Checca, Theresa Penner & Cameron

    Much love, Jack Checca, Theresa Penner and Cameron

  • 09/03/2024

    Donnie Claprood a d Carole Antill

    So sorry to hear the passing of your mother. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    A "Memories" 30 Inch Wind Chime was ordered on September 21, 2019

  • 09/03/2024

    Yvonne haboowski

    Deepest sympathy to Dorothy's family.Dorothy was a truly gentle woman.I loved and admired her for her strong Christian faith.She truly will be missed.Yvonne Habowski

  • 09/03/2024

    Libby, Mike and Jennifer Wisnieski

    A thought of comfort and condolences to the grieving family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Susi Maiyer

    Our deepest sympathy to your family. Tom & Susi Maiyer

  • 09/03/2024

    Donna And Chuck Snyder

    Dorothy was a lovely woman who always had a smile and positive and graceful attitude. Our deepest sympathy to her family. May she Rest In Peace. Donna and Chuck Snyder

  • 09/03/2024

    Dale Jones

    Sorry for the loss of your mother,Bill and I weren't able to make it to the showing today but our prayers are with you.

  • 09/03/2024

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    Prime Time Senior Citizen Center, Steubenville, Ohio

  • 09/03/2024

    Guy Starr

    Heaven has received another angel, and now Mrs. Wells Rest In Peace. I have been blessed to have known you most of my life.

  • 09/03/2024

    sandie richey

  • 09/03/2024

    Robert Kozick

    So sorry to hear of your moms passing. She had a long wonderful life I'm sure. I hope I can do as well. God bless

  • 09/03/2024

    sandie richey

    scott and family, sending lots of love and prayers to all of you, you were so  blessed to have your mom so long and she was a beautiful lady, you are in my thoughts and prayers

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