Obituaries

Sue Johnson

Feb 16, 2025

Sue Johnson

August 22, 1948 - February 16, 2025

Lifetime Portsmouth resident

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Sue Johnson, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August 22, 1948, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Sue was the proud daughter of Walter and Rosalie Johnson, and sister to Walter Jr. She dedicated her life to her family,...

Joshua Lambert

Feb 11, 2025

Joshua Dale Lambert

June 4, 1996 - February 11, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joshua Dale Lambert, 28, of Portsmouth, Ohio. Born on June 4, 1996, in Portsmouth, Josh left us unexpectedly on February 11, 2025, under circumstances that are currently pending investigation.

Josh was a devoted father to his beloved daughter, Myla,...

Martha Warner-Smith

Feb 8, 2025

Martha Warner-Smith

March 16, 1925- February 8, 2025

Lucasville Resident

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Martha (Nee Stump) Warner-Smith, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of the Lucasville community, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on March 16, 1925, in Otway, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Dudley and Ivy (Nee Kidder) Stump.

Martha was a remarkable woman...

Doris Brown

Feb 7, 2025

Doris "Kathy" Kathleen (Nee Parker) Brown

July 31, 1948- February 7, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris "Kathy" Kathleen (Nee Parker) Brown, who left us peacefully on February 7, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on July 31, 1948, in Portsmouth, Ohio. Doris was a cherished...

Michael Spradlin

Feb 7, 2025

Michael "Mike" Keith Spradlin

December 3, 1942 - February 7, 2025

Lucasville Resident

US ARMY VETERAN

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Michael "Mike" Keith Spradlin, 82, of Lucasville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, with his wife and daughter by his side at SOMC Hospice Center. He was born December 3, 1942 in Clarktown, a son of the...

Loretta Russell

Feb 6, 2025

Loretta Lea Russell

September 15, 1959 - February 6, 2025

Resident of Otway

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Loretta Lea Russell, 65, of Otway, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on February 6, 2025, at Riverside Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 15, 1959, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late William Sheridan and Ruby Lindsey, Loretta brought joy to everyone she met with...

Genevieve Fultz

Feb 4, 2025

Genevieve "Genie" Louella Fultz

September 11, 1923 - February 4, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Genevieve Louella Fultz, affectionately known as "Genie," who departed this life on February 4, 2025, at the age of 101. Born on September 11, 1923, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to her parents George and Charlotte Ellen (Nee Copas)...

John Mitchell

Jan 30, 2025

John Landon Ray Mitchell

October 19, 1950 - January 30, 2025

Wheelersburg Resident

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It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of John Landon Ray Mitchell, who embraced life from October 19, 1950, until his unexpected passing, January 30, 2025. Born in Charlotte, NC, John found his journey taking root in Wheelersburg, OH,...

Finess "Rick" Boggs

Jan 29, 2025

Finess "Rick" Boggs

August 20, 1945 - January 29, 2025

Resident of Portsmouth

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Finess "Rick" Boggs, age 79, who peacefully left us on January 29, 2025. Born on August 20, 1945, in Portsmouth, Ohio, he was the cherished son of Finess...

Richard Howard

Jan 26, 2025

Richard "Rick" Howard

June 5, 1969 - January 26, 2025

Portsmouth resident

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rick Howard, a beloved husband, devoted friend, and cherished member of the McDermott community. Rick was born on June 5, 1969, in Portsmouth, Ohio, and he left us peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 55.

Rick...

Jack "Randy" Matiz

Jan 25, 2025

Jack "Randy" Matiz

February 12, 1949 - January 25, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Jack "Randy" Matiz, who left us on Saturday January 25, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 12, 1949, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Randy was a cherished member of the community and a beloved father, grandfather,...

Angela "Anji" Blankenship

Jan 23, 2025

Angela "Anji" Marie Blankenship

July 7, 1971 - January 23, 2025

New Boston Resident

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Angela "Anji" Marie Blankenship, a vibrant spirit who touched the lives of many, unexpectedly passed away at home on January 23, 2025, at the age of 53. Born on July 7, 1971, in Dayton, Ohio, Anji became a cherished member of...

Patricia Finch

Jan 20, 2025

Patricia Finch

July 2, 1949- January 20, 2025

Portsmouth, OH

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Patricia Finch, age 75, of New Boston, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025. Born on July 2, 1949, to the late William and Cleo (Nee Cooper) Barb. Patricia was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of many...

Scott Battles

Jan 18, 2025

Scott Battles

February 26, 1964 - January 18, 2025

Portsmouth "Sciotodale", OH

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United States Marine Veteran

Scott Michael Battles, a resident of Sciotodale, OH, passed away after a long battle with cancer and a recent illness on January 18, 2025.

Scott was born in Baltimore, MD February 26, 1964. As an Army brat, Scott lived in several places throughout his childhood before graduating...

Russell Dishmon

Jan 17, 2025

Russell Dale Dishmon

August 20, 1960 - January 17, 2025

McDermott Resident

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**Obituary for Russell Dale Dishmon**

Russell Dale Dishmon, born on August 20, 1960, in Strongsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, at the age of 64. A longtime resident of Mc Dermott, Ohio, Russell was known as a private and...

Kenneth Roberts

Jan 13, 2025

Kenneth "Kenny" Wayne Roberts

May 15, 1944 - January 13, 2025

Ironton Resident

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Kenneth "Kenny" Wayne Roberts, 80, of Ironton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, in his room at Edgewood Manor. Born on May 15, 1944, in Baltimore, MD, Kenny lived a life full of family, humor, and a relentless passion for capturing life's moments.

Kenny is survived by...

Lawrence Williams

Jan 12, 2025

Lawrence Gilbert "Gil" Williams

June 2, 1958 - January 12, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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Lawrence Gilbert Williams, age 66, of Portsmouth, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at SOMC Hospice with his loving wife, Jonda, by his side.  He was born June 2, 1958, in Dayton, Ohio to Lawrence Daniel and Shirley Erma (Nee Skaggs) Williams.

Gil is survived by his wife...

Sarah Gemperline

Jan 11, 2025

Sarah Gemperline

September 25, 1929 - January 11, 2025

Longtime Portsmouth Resident

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It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah A. Gemperline, who left this world on January 11, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on September 25, 1929, in Columbus, Ohio, Sara embodied grace and elegance throughout her remarkable life.

A long-time resident of Portsmouth, Ohio, Sarah...

Larry Eldridge

Jan 10, 2025

Larry Gordon Eldridge

August 4, 1947 - January 10, 2025

Chillicothe Resident (Formerly of Portsmouth)

US Naval & Vietnam Veteran

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Larry Gordon Eldridge, 77 years old, resident of Chillicothe, passed away on Friday January 10th, 2025, at the Ohio State James Cancer Hospital in Columbus. He was born in Portsmouth on August 4th, 1947, to the...

Ruth Walter

Jan 9, 2025

Ruth Virginia (Nee Long) Walter

March 28, 1927 - January 9, 2025

Longtime Wheelersburg resident (current HillView Resident)

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Ruth Virginia (Long) Walter, 97, longtime resident of Wheelersburg, OH, was called to her eternal home on January 9, 2025 from Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She had been a resident at HillView Health Care in Portsmouth, OH...