Dr. Robert R. Price, 81, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away Saturday afternoon at Trinity West Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 24, 1926, in Carrollton, Ohio, a son of the late Robert Henry Price and Martha Jane Dunlap Price Merritt. Preceded in death by a sister Ruth Ann Toomes. He grew up in Amsterdam, Ohio, graduating from Amsterdam High School in 1944. Subsequently, he served in the United States Army Signal Corps and was awarded the World War II Victory Medal. Following an honorable discharge, he worked at the Federal Paper Board and enrolled in the College of Steubenville, graduating in May of 1955. He continued on to attend the University Of Pittsburgh Dental School and graduated in May of 1959. In August of that same year, he opened his practice on Sunset Boulevard in Steubenville, later moving his practice to Wintersville, Ohio. Known to his friends as “Doc”, his passions included dentistry, politics, golf and his family. He has been practicing dentistry for 48 years. He has served in local and county politics serving the residents of Jefferson County, in Steubenville and Wintersville for nearly five decades. He was active in the Democratic political party and held various positions, some of which included County Commissioner, Wintersville councilman, Precinct Committeeman, County Democratic Party Chairman, and Jefferson County Executive Committee. He was also on the Jefferson County Board of Mental Health and local hospital staffs in excess of 40 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #45, 32nd degree Scottish Rite, Valley of Steubenville, York Rite and Steubenville Shrine Club.He is survived by his loving wife, Judy, of forty years and all seven of his children, Karen (Tom) Vierheller, Robert (Michelle) Price, Linda (Dan) Mandrow, Bruce (Brenda) Price, Julie Price, Heidi Price and Shannon Price; ten grandchildren, Nathan, Jared, Jennifer, Michael Paul, Camille, Alena, Ross, Neal, Alex and John. Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville on Tuesday from 4 p.m. until the time of his memorial service at 7 p.m. Msgr. Kenneth Uram to officiate. Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad will conduct services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the charity of your choice, in the name of Dr. Robert R. Price.
09/03/2024
Thelma & Ivan Mallett
Judy, Our deepest sympathy on Bob`s passing. Wish we could be there in person to express our sorrow but, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Love, Thelma and Ivan
09/03/2024
Eddie Abdalla
Dear Judy and Family, My sincere condolences go to you and your whole family during this sad time. I'll never forget that it was you Judy, and Doc, that gave me my very first paying job back in the late 1970's, cutting grass at your home and his office on Sunset Blvd. I remember Doc used to come home, see me in the yard and would always ask me if I needed to eat or was thirsty. He was always looking out for others. He'll be missed, especially by my father who saw Doc as the older brother he never had. Even recently at the family function last December when I saw you both last, he was still the same kind, caring man with the funny joke to tell that I always knew him to be. May you find happiness in knowing how much Doc meant to so many others. He will be missed. Eddie Abdalla Santa Monica, CA
09/03/2024
Bus Price
Bob,a great man,who we all loved and a man who loved and enjoyed life,family and people to the fullest.He was loved and will be missed by myself and my family.Bob will be in our hearts and always remembered for the good and fun times he shared with us all. To the rest of our family,I miss and love all of you.I wish I could be with you at the lost of one of our family who we will always love and remember.Do to my condition, I am not sure of myself driving that far alone.Alyssa would go with me but she has been sick and not feeling good. We will be with you all in our hearts.Hope to see or from you all soon. Love you all Buddy
09/03/2024
Rob Abdalla
Judy and family- my thoughts and prayers are with you all for your loss. Doc was a great friend to our entire family and will be missed by us all. He was there for each of us at one time or another. I am proud to be his namesake. May God make comfort for you all.
09/03/2024
Lynn (Jaskierny) Arritt
Dear Judy and all the Price Family, I'm not sure that you will remember me; but I worked with Dr. Price from 1983-88 as his hygienist; With Martha and Penny. He was a very giving and wonderful man to work with. I have thought of him often since he was kind enough to visit the funeral home when my husband died suddenly in 1990;obviously long after I was working for him. Please know my my thoughts and prayers are with you. My heart goes out to you. Lynn-Jaskierny- Arritt St. Clairsville OH formerly Dillonvale.
09/03/2024
Lisa Mallett Schaffer
Extending my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the entire Price family. Many wonderful memories of my childhood were with the Price family. I have no doubt that Dr. Price has left behind many thousands of moments that will remain cherished in the hearts of family and friends forever. My love and prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Deborah Duncan (Close)
My deepest sympanty goes out to the entire family. My prayers are with you all. May God be with all of you in this time of sorrow. He was truly a good man with a huge heart.
09/03/2024
Lysanne Lewis-Eroshevich
Dear Price Family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Lysanne
09/03/2024
Natalie J. Doty
My sympathies go out to you, Judy and your family. I understand the sadness you are experiencing at this time at the loss of a loved one; however, I have never lost a husband, but a father and a mother. Please know that my prayers are with all of you.
09/03/2024
Michelle Tedreau
Dear Price Family: My deepest sympathies in your loss of "Doc". I was one of his first patients when I was 3. He took care of my parents and three sisters as well. I remember the little blue chair and then eventually graduating to the big blue chair. I remember well "Doc" saying, "If it hurts, hold up your hand and I will stop". When I was done, there was always the toy box where I got to pick a prize. Miss Jackman and Carmella always were as kind as your Dad. Where have the years gone? God bless all of you and know that "Doc" is home and at peace now. Keep the memories of him close in your heart and he will live on forever.
09/03/2024
Debi Pifer
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I have many fond memories of Doc and some that the "toy" box helped to erase when I had to be reminded that he was my Dentist in addition to my grade school best friend's dad. Linda...love ya girl...hugs to you and your entire family
09/03/2024
Teresa Quattrone
Dear Price Family, Please accept the sincere condolences from the Cheech Quattrone family. When we lived in Steubenville Dr. Price was our dentist and a very good friend of our father and mother, Cheech and Rina Quattrone. They too have passed, in 1996 and 2006, but I can still remember what a great dentist he was. Our sympathy to you all. Teresa, Cosmo, Concetta and Frank Quattrone.
09/03/2024
Dewey K. Walters
It has been many years but I remember Dr. Price from the time he worked at Federal Paper Board. My Dad Dewey Walters and Uncle Merral Callander both worked there and were friends of Bob. Since Bob put him self through Pitt playing poker I know the three of them have a game going just inside the Pearly Gates. May all the family of Dr. Price be Blessed and comforted. Dewey K. Walters Sarasota Florida
09/03/2024
Judie Thornton
Judy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss...please accept my deepest condolences...your old friend from SuperAmerica...I no longer live in the area so I can't express my respects in person. Take care and know you and yours are in my prayers..Judie Thornton
09/03/2024
Christie
My sympathy to all the family for your loss. I met "Doc" once at an event in Steubenville and have never forgotten his wonderful smile and graciousness.
09/03/2024
Pam & Larry Fogle
Our thoughts are with you and the family at this time of sorrow. He had taken care of our family for a long time and he will be missed by us also. He was a very good dentist and a very caring one also. We sure did like how he treated me and also my husband and daughter. May he rest in peace and God Bless your whole family at this time of sorrow. Again our thoughts are with you at this time.
09/03/2024
 
I will never again pass the flowers in the store without thinking of Doc. I'll miss my book buddy, he always had THE book
09/03/2024
Flora Barrett VerStraten
Mr heart felt condolences to Dr. Price's family. Doc was my dentist for over 40 years. Actually, he was my first and only dentist until his retirement just last year! He was my parent's dentist, my dentist, my children's dentist, and even my grandchildren's dentist. His love, patience, and skills spanned over FOUR GENERATIONS in my family!I have wonderful memories of his office in Steubenville, where, as a little girl, I got to pick a toy from "the box" after each visit. The "Doc" was always full of cheer and kind to me and all of my family. He will certinly be missed by the community for which he served so long. This is a sad closing to a memorial era for me!
09/03/2024
 
09/03/2024
Robert Price
Thank you all for the kind words about my Father. He will be missed. I'm just thankful that he had so many people caring about him when he left this world. All we leave behind is what people think of us, and he was well thought of and I'm at peace for him. Thank you all again. God Bless. Bob
09/03/2024
Thelma Myers Cathers
Judy and family, Words cannot express my sorrow at your loss. Bob and I were schoolmates all through high school and our class of "44" is getting smaller every year. Every sympathy to all of you. I first met you, Judy, at the auction here in Annapolis a few years ago and you always seemed special. Love and Prayers, Thelma
09/03/2024
Sam Chodosh
Heidi and all, I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you can take comfort from all the sincere good wishes from your friends and family. Sam
09/03/2024
Heather Shevlin
Shannon and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Doc. He will be sadly missed and always remembered.You are all in my prayers. Heather
09/03/2024
Susan, Nicholas and Whitney Mead
Dear Judy and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, and friend. Our prayers are with each of you.
09/03/2024
Shay, D.J., and Danny Minella
I'll always remember my cousin, Bobby, with that big happy grin. He was such a handsome man, so smart and successful. All of our Dunlap family was so proud of him. He always let us know when he saw us that he loved us and that we were special to him. Bobby was very good to not just his family, but to his friends too. I can just see him up there in heaven shaking hands and talking about politics. I,m so glad he's at peace, now. God Bless him. Love,Shay,DJ, and Danny
09/03/2024
CRYSTAL LULLA (MOLINARO)
SHANNON AND FAMILY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED. DOC WAS TRULY A GREAT MAN WHO HAD A GRACIOUS HEART.
09/03/2024
CRYSTAL LULLA (MOLINARO
09/03/2024
Bruce A. Price
��DAD� Dr. Robert Ross ��DOC� Price November 24, 1926-April 19, 2008 Memorial Service- April 22,2008 DAD was a pillar of our family and of this community! DAD was known to his family and friends by some of the following names: �� Dad, Bob, Pappap, Doc, Bobbie, Pricey, and Brother. DAD was a happy go lucky man: �� He kept every postcard/letter/card that any of us kids sent him throughout our lives in his office desk drawer. �� He always went the extra mile to ensure that people were satisfied and pleased, whether meeting someone for the first time or having known them for years. �� He always wanted to make you feel genuinely welcome and to have a great time. DAD was a Mentor: �� He taught us to do a good deed for someone everyday of our lives. �� He was one to confide in; secure in knowing it would not be uttered again to others. DAD was a Coach: �� In Tennis, Golf, Pool, Fishing and overall life��s lessons. �� Remembering of course, never being able to beat him in either golf or pool. �� He would ask spontaneous questions, ��what do you think you��ll be doing in 3 or 5 years from now?� written on piece of paper & put in his wallet, to pull out a couple years later to compare how or if our visions/goals changed. DAD loved Telling Jokes: �� When he heard a great joke, he wrote it down on a small piece of paper and put it in his wallet to later pull out and share with others to laugh and enjoy. �� He loved animated funny cards over deep thought cards. �� He loved telling stories of life experiences. (Guard Duty Camp Crowder, MO; Vegas gambling and dress shopping for Jude; weekend poker game exhaustion/fake MI to recoup in Hospital, etc.) DAD loved Food and Eating: �� Food and grocery shopping was a treat to him. �� He would routinely go into a grocery store for one item and after browsing the aisles for that one item, pick up a few more along the way, coming out with one or two
09/03/2024
Karen L. Price Vierheller
Dad set such a wonderful example for us to follow. He loved life and made anyone he came in contact with feel special. We were so blessed to have him as a father. Thank you all for your good wishes. Karen
09/03/2024
Terry Masci & Family
I wish to express my condolences to the Price family on the passing of Doc Price. His son Bob and I grew up together in Wintersville. As a young boy, there were many times that I would sleep over at Doc's house and those were some of the best times of my childhood. I remember one time at dinner that Doc was serving chili with beans. I didn't like beans and didn't want to eat them but Doc talked me into it....haha. Now I love them. Thanks Doc. My family and I now live in Southern California and wish to send Doc and the Price family our loving support. With Love, Terry & Robin Masci and children Julie, Joshua, Kylyn, Kris, Dustin and Dallas.
09/03/2024
Lori Hart
I am very sorry to hear of DR.Price's Passing.I am a former patient of his.He will be sadly missed by eveyone.He has touched many lives Including alot of his Patients.Everytime I would go see him in his office,he was always so friendly and very happy all the time.His smile always made my day.I will never forget how caring he was and absolutley will not forget his smile!!I am sorry for your loss. May God be with all of you.
09/03/2024
carol and hubert woodland
Sorry to hear about your loss. He will be greatly missed Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this loss. Carol and Hubert Woodland
09/03/2024
Joanne Mahlie
Dear Judy and family, You have our deepest sympathy. Joanne & Joe Mahlie
09/03/2024
Bill and Kathi Wiser
Price Family, Please accept our condolences. We were saddened by the news of Papa Doc's passing. We were fortunate to have known him. We know he will be greatly missed. Respectfully, Bill and Kathi Wiser
09/03/2024
carol shockley
DR.PRICE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND A GREAT DOCTOR HE WAS RELATED TO MY COUSIN BY MARRIAGE WE WANT TO EXPRESS OUR OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY
09/03/2024
carol shockley
DR.PRICE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND A GREAT DOCTOR HE WAS RELATED TO MY COUSIN BY MARRIAGE WE WANT TO EXPRESS OUR OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY
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