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John K. Foley

7/21/1934 - 1/18/2016

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Obituary For John K. Foley

John K. Foley, 81, of Steubenville, died Monday, January 18, 2016 at Trinity West, Steubenville, Ohio. He was born on July 21, 1934 in Steubenville, Ohio the son of the late Harry and Irene Plant Foley. He was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. John held church membership at Starkdale Presbyterian Church where he served on the property committee and enjoyed playing darts in the church basement. He retired from Titanium Metals with 35 years of service in the shipping department. An avid golfer, John always enjoyed a round of golf at the former Belleview golf club. He is survived by his wife Dolores “DeDe” J. Richards Foley whom he married on June 23, 1954, daughter Linda (Joseph P.) Nocera and son John (Dora) Foley both of Steubenville, five grandchildren Nicholas (Alison) Nocera of Columbus, OH Courtney (Michael) Murphy of Marion, OH Zachary (Allison Myslinski) Nocera of Pittsburgh, PA Shannon and Jensine Foley of Steubenville, OH two great grandsons Liam and Connor Murphy, brother Clifford (Loretta) Foley of Wintersville, OH and sister Hazel (Francis “Bugs”) Bonafede of Mingo Junction, OH and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Wednesday from 4 – 8 p.m., and Thursday at Starkdale Presbyterian Church from 10:30 until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Philip Markari officiating. Burial to follow at Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Charity Hospice, 500 Luray Drive, Wintersville, OH 43953 or Starkdale Presbyterian Church, 4600 Sunset Blvd., Steubenville, OH 43952.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Frank and Carolyn Carducci

    Linda, Joe and family, Sorry for the loss of your father and children's grandfather. This is always such a difficult time but let the good memories help carry you through the grieving days to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  • 09/03/2024

    Michele Kopa (cousin Mikey)

    . I have childhood memories of Aunt DeeDee & cousin Linda ...and Uncle John is smiling in all of them. He was a very kind man. My love to you all

  • 09/03/2024

    Lisa Gearhart (Bonafede)

    My Uncle John was one of a kind. Just always so sweet and kind and always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by so many .Love to Aunt Dee Dee, Linda & Johnny & Family

  • 09/03/2024

    Lisa &Paul Gearhart

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and Bonnie Kaine

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and Bonnie Kaine

    Dear DeDe, Bob and I are sending prayers for you and your family at this very sad time. ((HUGS))

  • 09/03/2024

    Patti D'Aurora

    So sorry for your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    bunny and dave zapolnik

    DEE,Linda and, John, We are saddened to hear of the passing of john, he was a very talented and special person to our family for many,many years.John was always there for us when needed......He will be missed by many

  • 09/03/2024

    MR & MRS BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR. & FAMILIES.

  • 09/03/2024

    MR & MRS BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR. & FAMILIES.

    LINDA AND FAMILY SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOU ALL HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS.SO MANY GREAT TIMES AND MEMORIES.MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU ALL PEACE AND COMFORT AT THIS TIME.OUR LOVE BURKE @ POLLY.

  • 09/03/2024

    Brian, Michelle, Taylor and Daniel Moss

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    Maggie Jablonski

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on January 19, 2016

  • 09/03/2024

    Jerry & Mary Lynn Ricci

  • 09/03/2024

    Ralphie Whitehouse

    Dee Dee so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Mary Casale

    I'm so sorry to hear about John's passing. I worked many late nights in shipping with him.

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