Barbara Helen Alrutz
October 24, 1921 ~ January 16, 2011
Barbara Helen Alrutz, 89, of Weirton, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2011 in the Lifeline Hospital, Wintersville, OH. Born October 24, 1921 in Follansbee, WV, she was a daughter of the late Thomas N. and Mary Lenora Diven Mahan. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Arthur E. Alrutz on October 7, 2005 and brothers Thomas and William Mahan.
Mrs. Alrutz was a retired schoolteacher, having worked for the Brooke County Board of Education for eight years. She was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Follansbee and the Star of the Valley Rebekah Lodge. She also enjoyed reading a good book and doing crossword puzzles.
Barbara is survived by her daughter Becky Glover and her husband Michael of Weirton; grandson Michael John Glover and his wife Monica and great-grandson Carson Glover.
Friends will be received Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, where funeral services will be celebrated 11am Thursday. Pastor Colleen Molinaro will officiate. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Follansbee.
Memorial contributions may be made to United Presbyterian Church of Follansbee, Main & Banfield Streets, Follansbee, WV 26037.
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Alrutz passing. I remember her as Miss Mahan when she taught 5th grade at Edgewood School in the Cove. She was an excellent teacher with all the qualities that a great teacher should have. I never forgot an incident where she allowed me to retake an exam on which I had done poorly. She knew that my mother had been hospitalized for surgery and how that affected my grade. It is that kind of teacher that makes you want to study harder. She cared about her students. I thank God for her influence in my education. My prayers and sympathy are with Becky and the family.
Dear Becky and family, I am very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a wonderful neighbor and true family friend. In fact, more like “family”. Each time I was in town, she was certain to walk down the steps to visit. She loved seeing Leah and Benjie too….even the dogs! I am certain she’s with Art and family and friends we’ve lost. I shall miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love, Nan
The employees, volunteers,and Board members of the Seeing Hand send our sincere condolences on the loss of Mrs.Alrutz. May you and your family feel God peace and comfort at this time and in the days to come. Hold on to your memories.
Read of Barbara’s passing with great sadness. I am the son of Miriam Watson Johnson of Mahan Lane, Follansbee. Her mother, Mabel, would have been the sister of Ness Mahan. Saw Ness, Lenora, the kids at many family picnics in Follansbee. So, much sympathy to the Glovers from a Texas cousin who has kids in PA, CA, VA, TX, and Germany. In other words, please do not hesitate to get in touch if you travel. Phil Johnson