Martha A. Schell Van Kirk

Passed 1/12/2013

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Obituary For Martha A. Schell Van Kirk

Martha Ann Schell Van Kirk, 75, of Steubenville, OH suddenly passed on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Trinity West ER.  She was born in Steubenville, OH on July 12, 1937 the daughter of the late LeRoy and Agnus Stewart Schell.  She was retired from the School of Bright Promise as a bus driver.  Martha was Presbyterian by faith  an avid Big Red Football and Steubenville High School Band fan.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Tom Schell.  Martha is survived by her children Lynn (Mike) Dheel of Pickerington, OH, Thomas Van Kirk and Scotty Van Kirk, both of Steubenville, OH, Schelley (Dave) Brooks of Dillonvale, OH, Larry (Nicole) Van Kirk of Toronto, OH and Tracey (Sam) Jackson of Steubenville, OH; grandchildren Larry Van Kirk, Christina Jordan, Preston, Donell and Gary Turner, Zack and Anna Van Kirk, Ricky (Taylor) Fugate, Katie-Lynn and Kendrick Dheel; 6 great grandchildren.  Friends may call at Shorac Funeral Home (formerly McClaves), 611 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, OH on Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8p.m., where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 1p.m.  Burial at Fort Steuben Burial Estates.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Miss Martha was not only my sons bus driver, she is also our friend. We will truly miss her beautiful smile and golden heart. Our prayers and hearts go out to her family. God bless you all.

  • 09/03/2024

    To the Vankirk Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Joe,Sandy,and Alisandra

  • 09/03/2024

    Our thoughts and prayers are with Schelley and the entire Van Kirk Family inthis sad time. I always enjoyed seeing "Mom" when she came into the office. Ken & Patty Nice

  • 09/03/2024

    mARTHA'S FAMILY WILL REALLY MISS HER--SHE LOVED HER KIDS-rest in peace Martha--my prayers and sympathy to her family Aunt Peach

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Scottie & Family, No matter at what age that you lose you're mother its a pain that is so deep that you don't even know how to begin to describe it...And the tears in your eyes you can wipe away, but its the ache in your heart that forever will stay...... because there is no greater love than the love of a mother.... Scottie I fully understand what you are going thur and the road ahead of you. Please know that I am here for you my friend anytime. Love You, Netty

  • 09/03/2024

    To the family of martha: I am very saddened to hear of your mother's passing. We go along way back, to when we were kids. We lived across the street from her grandparents. That's how we met. My sister nancy and her became good friends. She will be so missed by both of us. We loved you martha! You were always there for everything. Rest in peace our friend.

  • 09/03/2024

    Tracey and family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. May she rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    Our deepest smypathy to the Van Kirk family. With fond memories of camping out at Lake Austin come to mind. Martha always kept us kids in check, she kinda knew when we being mischievous, her smile and loved her laugh is what I remember. God's speed Martha... The Ross Family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Scott and family, Patty and I are so sad to hear about Martha's passing. It's very hard to lose someone who meant so much to you, but with time the pain will fade, but the memories never will. We will keep you in our prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Our deepest Sympathy Shelly, to you and your family for the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace and perpetual light shine upon her. Jim & Chris Blair

  • 09/03/2024

    My deepest sympathy .

  • 09/03/2024

    So sorry for your loss.Sending prayers your way.

  • 09/03/2024

    To The VanKirk Family, I just heard tonight of Aunt Martha's passing. I will say a prayer to send healing to your hearts. It is so hard to lose a parent. Especially when it was sudden and unexpected. It fills my heart to know she is now with my father, her brother, along with my mother. I tried to let you know of Moms passing this past August, but was unsuccessful. They are now watching down on us all. May God bless you all and send peace to your lives, Gene, Donna, Heather and Elizabeth McClure

  • 09/03/2024

    Sorry for your loss ,thoughts and prayers to the whole family.Your mom always treated me like family,will be sadly missed..

  • 09/03/2024

    Martha, i will miss you so very much, you always brightened my day! I will see you tonight my friend!!

  • 09/03/2024

    OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO OUR DEAR FRIENDS , THE VAN KIRK FAMILY . AFTER MEETING MARTHA , SHE GAVE A SEMSE OF LOVE , SWEETNESS AND HUMILITY TO ALL. WE LOVE HER AND RESPECT HER FOR ALL SHE ACOMPLISHED IN HER LIFE AND FOR RAISING A GREAT LOVING FAMILY. PRAYERS & GOD BLRSS , TOM & NANCY

  • 09/03/2024

    SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS !! PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY AND MY HEART GO'S OUT TO THE FAMILY AT THERE TIME OF NEED....

  • 09/03/2024

    Lynn, Tommy, Scotty, Schelley and Tracey, Your Mom was like our Mom. From Alley and Street Baseball to Camping, we did a lot of things together. The world is a better place because she was here. She will sorely be missed. You all have our deepest sympathy. Bob & Amy Moffatt Carrollton, GA

  • 09/03/2024

    VanKirk Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Martha. I always admired her for the strong woman she was! I said a little prayer for all of you and smiling while thinking about our childhood. Your memories will live on.

  • 09/03/2024

    We are so sorry to hear about your mom. All of you are in our prayers. May God give you strength in you time of need.

  • 09/03/2024

    So sorry that I am unable to make it to the funeral home but I did want to send my condolences.Martha was a wonderful neighbor who lived +loved for her family!!Hope you enjoyed the soup I sent to the house+if you need anything do not hesitate to call.Martha will be dearly missed,because no matter how old we are we always need our moms,but now you will cherish the memories..RIP Martha Sincerely,Paula Ighnat

  • 09/03/2024

    So sorry to the Van Kirk family wish I could be there to help comfort. my condolences to all. Lots of memories since I was 6 yrs old. I was blessed to know her for 41+ years. My prayers to Larry and the rest of the family. Cherish the memories always (one comes to mind of Martha falling off the cliff a few summers back at Larry and Niki's house during a get together while I was home. and always Austin lake)RIP Martha love ya mom, Frankie

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear VanKirks Sorry we could not be there to have a group hug. Your mom was a wonderful person. I remember her as always smiling and laughing which all of her children inheritied. Loosing ones mom is hard but the memories will last forever.

  • 09/03/2024

    Tracey and family, I was saddened to hear about Martha's passing. My heart goes out to you all. May God bless you and comfort you at this time. Love, Michelle

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