Ronald J. Boehm

Ronald J. Boehm, an insurance agent for over 40 years in Weirton, WV died Monday, August 9, 2021, from health issues that started in November 2020. He was 85. Ron was born on July 9, 1936, in Steubenville, OH one of two children born to Albert Boehm and Sylvia Weidman Boehm. He was preceded in death by his beloved sister Joan Boehm Taylor. A veteran of the United States Marine Corp, Ron grew up on Marland Heights in Weirton, WV, and graduated from Steubenville Catholic Central High School, in 1955. Ron was introduced to his wife by his sister in 1961, and this past August 1st they celebrated 57 years of marriage. In their 57 years, they were blessed with two sons, a daughter, and a granddaughter. Ron’s life was centered around his God and his family. Through the years he enjoyed many family vacations, camping trips, cruises, and just spending time together at their home. He always put his family first. Ron also enjoyed golfing with his friends at PVCC, playing poker with buddies, studying scripture with a men’s group on Tuesday nights, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was a member of the Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, BPOE 1801, and the Tri-State Marine Corp. Most of all, Ron will be remembered for being a family man. His ornery but kind, compassionate, and caring personality made him a great husband and father. He will be remembered with love and admiration by his wife, Carolyn Cusick Boehm, his daughter, Allison Boehm Bertha and husband John; his sons Brian Boehm and husband Lance, and Scott Boehm and wife Jang; and his granddaughter, Asia Beatty. Visitation will be Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PM, at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM Saturday at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church 229 California Ave Weirton, WV. Interment will follow at Saint Paul’s Cemetery, with military services conducted by the United States Marine Corp and American Legion Honor Guard. Due to Ron’s son’s recent liver transplant, his family asks that all friends and family please wear a mask while attending the visitation and Mass of Christian Burial. Thank you for your understanding. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com