Portrait of Mark Sabbato

Mark Sabbato

, West Virginia

October 7, 2026

Mark A. Sabbato, 71, of Chester, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. His sudden passing leaves behind a lifetime of memories, a family who loved him dearly, and friends who will forever cherish the time they shared with him.Born on July 14, 1955, in East Liverpool, Mark was the beloved son of the late Anthony “Tut” and Patsy Ruth Hayes Sabbato. A proud graduate of Wellsville High School, Class of 1973, Mark spent much of his life working hard, building friendships, and enjoying the things that brought him happiness.Mark retired from Trans Montaigne River Rail Terminal in East Liverpool and most recently worked as a cook for Hancock County Schools. Whether on the job or among friends, he was a familiar face to many throughout the community. He was a social member of the Chester VFW and American Legion, where he enjoyed…

Portrait of Cliff Comm

Cliff Comm

, West Virginia

October 8, 2026

Clifford Lee Comm, a beloved local pharmacist at Herche’s Drug Store and pastor at Cornerstone Christian Church in Chester, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 9, 2026, at age 90. He leaves behind a legacy of community care and faith-based service that touched generations of neighbors.Clifford was the son of the late Clifford Otto Comm and Beatrice Evelyn Cooper Comm. He was born on April 17, 1936, in East Liverpool City Hospital.Along with his parents, Clifford was preceded in death by the love of his life, Margaret Pauline Cline (May 29, 2026). Clifford and Margaret were happily married for over 67 years. They were wed on August 30, 1958, at the First Christian Church in Chester, in a double ceremony shared with Margaret’s sister Esther Cline and her husband, Harold Smallwood.Clifford spent most of his life in Chester and lived for nearly eighty years in the same house on the…

Portrait of Joseph Potts

Joseph Potts

, West Virginia

October 7, 2026

Joseph R. Potts, 68, of New Cumberland, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at East Liverpool City Hospital.Born on November 1, 1958, in East Liverpool, Joe was the son of the late Harold and Imogene Walker Potts.A quiet and private man, Joe was content in his own company and found comfort in the simple things in life. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, where he found peace and solitude. An avid outdoorsman, he especially enjoyed hunting and fishing, pursuits that allowed him to spend time in the places he loved most.Joe attended Oak Glen High School and later worked for Hall China Company and FX Minerals. Though he preferred to keep to himself, he leaves behind family who will cherish his memory and the moments they shared with him.In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol Ann Potts, and his…

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