Ira E. “Gene” Vandine, 84, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 26, 2012 at Trinity West. He was born August 22, 1927 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of the late J. Ross and Bertha Shue Vandine. Gene served in the US Navy and retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corporation. He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Gene was preceded in death by his brother Rev. Ross Vandine and two sisters Floretta M. Vandine and Audrey Moran. Surviving are his wife Virginia N. Robertson Vandine whom he married May 2, 1949; son Rob (Mary) Vandine of Weirton, WV; daughter Melinda (Jim) Siverd of Madison, AL and brother Frederick Vandine. He was blessed with five grandchildren Alicia (Todd) Pucky, Michael Siverd, Rob (Jenny) Vandine, Michelle (John) Pope and Alison Vandine and three great grandchildren Alayna Pucky, Andrew Pucky and Katie Pope. Friends may call at Dunlope - Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville Wednesday 4–8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Thursday at 10 a.m. with Fr. Steven McKeown officiating (everyone please meet at church). Entombment at Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 415 Adams Street, Steubenville, OH 43952.
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09/03/2024
Heidi Clark
Rob, So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Although I did not know him, I know your dad raised a great man. I will be thinking of you and your family. Take care my friend. Heidi
09/03/2024
Jenny Anderson
Rob and Mary: I am so sorry to hear about Rob's dad. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking about you and wanted to express my sympathy to you and your family.
09/03/2024
Tom Bowman
Dear Ginny and family, So sorry to hear of your loss, you and Gene had a long time together but it never seems like enough. Just remember my favorite " As long as you love the one you lose, you'll never lose the one you love ". Peace to you and yours, Tom
09/03/2024
Doris Kaufmann
Ginny I am so sorry about Gene. I now live in Columbus, I,m sorry i can,t be there your in my thoughts and prayers. Always Doris
09/03/2024
Lettie Friona
Jesus and all the angels take care of Gene, and love him as I do.Because he was so funny,loving,kind and true. God bless. Lettiexx
09/03/2024
paula friona
Deepest sympathy to loving wife Jinny and Children Rob and Melinda and all the family. Are thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dearest Gene, you always had a smile to share, time to give and time to care. A loving nature kind and true. This is the way we will always remember you. Rest in peace Gene. Joe and Paula Frionaxx
09/03/2024
Susan Snyder
Rob, Mary & Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. Will keep all of you in my prayers. Susan
09/03/2024
Peg Stout
My deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your beloved husband, father, "pap" and great-pap! Gene was one of a kind. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. He is at peace and although you can no longer see him....he will always be with you. Heaven has one more bright shining star!
09/03/2024
Ruth Parise
Rob...I am so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. Even though I didn't know him, as soon as I saw his picture I knew he had to be your Dad (you look very much alike!). My prayers are with you andyour family at this difficult time. Ruth Parise
09/03/2024
Donna Firm
Melinda and family - my sincere sympathy to you and your family. I am not in the area now so I couldn't be there to see you but I hope to be able to see you sometime soon. Donna
09/03/2024
Beth Hupp
Rob, Mary and Family, We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you in this very sad time. Beth, Logan and Meghann
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