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James Lewis Bedortha

1/24/1929 - 2/15/2022

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Obituary For James Lewis Bedortha

James Lewis Bedortha of Steubenville, passed away Tuesday, February 15, at Bolgers Country Club Manor. He was 93.

Born January 24, 1929 in Weirton, WV, he was the son of Walter and Izetta Horstman Bedortha.

He graduated from Follansbee High School in 1946 and from Rollins College, Winter Park, FL in 1950. At Rollins, where he earned a degree in psychology, Jim played football, was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity and was active as an actor, writer and producer in the college theatre department.

Jim served in the US Army with duty in Germany as a member of the Central Intelligence Agency.

In 1954 he began his career with Weirton Steel Co., as a member of the Industrial Engineering Dept. and retired as department manager in 1991.

Jim was known as an avid gardener and was recognized as a prize-winning rose grower. He was a prolific poet, enjoyed reading and the most challenging of crossword puzzles. In later years Jim was a member of the Academy of Lifelong Learning, participating in many literature classes and the Academy choral group.

Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Marge Twyford Bedortha; son Craig Bedortha of Myrtle Beach, SC; daughter Laurel (Bob) Miller of Charlotte, NC; and several nieces and nephews. Four siblings preceded him in death.

A memorial service will be held at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home at 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 22. Visitation one hour prior.

Service will be live-streamed on the Shorac Funeral Home Facebook page beginning approximately at 1 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=732301581088716

The family extends sincere appreciation to management and staff at Country Club Manor.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to United Way of Jefferson County, PO Box 1463, Steubenville, OH 43952

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    David Hoover

    Dearest Bedortha family, so sorry for your loss. Many great memories of Jim and the family. I will cherish the times we spent together. Love you all, David

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    Judy and John Irvin

    Dear Marge,Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear husband. 67 years of marriage is real testament to your love and devotion. May you find peace and comfort in the prayers and condolences of your many friends and family.We are I Florida for the winter and will not be able to give you our sympathy in person but we will be keeping you in our prayers. God Bless

  • 09/03/2024

    Charlotte Jo Hoffman

    Sympathy to the entire family. I worked with Jim in the Industrial Engineering department of WSX in the early 1970s. He was a very nice man. Rest in Peace Jim.

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    Lil Ferguson

    Dear Marge. Was so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband. Although I never met him, I have always kept a special place in my heart for you. Will keep you in my prayers ️

  • 09/03/2024

    Bridget Pieniazek

    Marge, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jim. Please know you are in my Thoughts and Prayers. You now have a Special Angel watching over you. RIP Jim.

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    Tom Twyford

    Aunt Marge, Laurel & Craig,We are all saddened by Uncle Jim's passing. What wonderful memories we have of time spent together, especially during the holidays. The Florida Keys trip in the early 70's ranks among my fondest. Uncle Jim was unbeatable on the tennis court and threw a mean frisbee on the beach 🙂 The matching t-shirts were a hoot! Listening to him tell the story of riding his bike all the way to Rollins College always blew me away. Grateful to have shared moments like those. I hope a flood of good memories sustain you in the days ahead. Stay strong. God bless. Rest in peace Uncle Jim.With love Tom Jr., Tom Sr., Tommy & Eddie Twyford

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    Harry Caldwell

    Marge Craig and Laurel. I knew your Dad & Husband Jim I played Handball with him for over 25 years in Weirton. I was just 18 when I first played Jim and he was a good player and a very nice man i enjoyed playing and talking with him. Have not seen him in over 25 years as I moved to Myrtle Beach area. My he raised in peace. Your friend in Christ Harry Caldwell

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    Merica Petrella

    Mrs. Bedortha,I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. You have my deepest sympathy.May the Choir of Angels come to greet Him.May they speed Him to Paradise.May the Lord enfold Him, in His Mercy.May He have Eternal Life.

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    Gloria Renda

    My deepest sumpathy to you, Marge on Jim's passing. I spent many fun times with Jim at the choir sessions at the Academy of Lifelong Learnng.I also had the pleasure of dropping him off at home afterwards. I am in MX for the winter, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Jim. May he rest in peace.

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    Harry Caldwell

    Marge, Craig , Laurel Sorry to here off your lost with the passing of Jim. I first met Jim back in 1963 I was just 18 and learning how to play Handball, and Jim was one of the first players I played. He was good to us kids just learning the game as we got better he still call us to get a game. He was real nice to me and I never for got him. Harry Caldwell

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    Craig Bedortha

    Hi Harry, This is Craig Bedortha. When Laurel was reading the tribute wall, your name sounded familiar. I used to go with my Dad to the Center and play basketball on Saturday mornings. I live in Myrtle Beach, it would be nice to meet you for lunch sometime. You can reach me at 843-957-0602.

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