Obituaries

Bethel Sowards

Dec 15, 2023

Bethel Lee Spencer Sowards

May 25, 1937 - December 15, 2023

West Portsmouth Resident

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Bethel Lee Spencer Sowards, 86 years, West Portsmouth resident, went home to be with the Lord, Friday December 15th, 2023. Bethel was born May 25th, 1937, in Paintsville, KY to the late Watt and Ida Spencer.

 

She was preceded in death...

Thelma Carroll

Dec 15, 2023

Thelma Faye Carroll

August 30, 1957 - December 15, 2023

Lucasville Resident

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Thelma Faye Carroll, age 66, of Lucasville, died peacefully in her sleep on December 15, 2023 after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on August 30, 1957 to Wilbur and Christie (Hartsell) Bowles.

She was proceeded in death by...

Randall James Williams "Randy"

Dec 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of

Randall James Williams "Randy"

08/21/1965 - 12/14/23

Resident of Columbus, formerly Portsmouth

Navy Veteran

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Randall James Williams "Randy", 58 years old, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on December 14, 2023. He was born on August 21, 1965, in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Johnnie Williams and Willa Mae Ivory.

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John Turner

Dec 14, 2023

JOHN K.TURNER

JULY 8, 1954 - DECEMBER14, 2023

Rosemount Resident

 

 

John Turner departed from his earthly life to his heavenly home with Jesus on December 14th at Buckeye Forest at Rosemount Pavilion surrounded by his family.

 

John was born on July 8, 1954 in Portsmouth Ohio to the late Paul C.Turner and Ruth Boggs Turner. He was...

Violet "Ruth" McCleese

Dec 10, 2023

Violet "Ruth" McCleese

July 19, 1945 - December 10, 2023

Violet "Ruth" McCleese, 78, of Lucasville, went to be with the Lord on December 10th at Hillview Retirement Center in Portsmouth, Ohio.

Ruth was born July 19,1945 at home in Lucasville to the late John "Mac" and Violet Johnson Campbell. Ruth was married to the love of her life, the...

Timothy Morath

Dec 7, 2023

Timothy Wayne Morath

June 30, 1960 - December 7, 2023

Indian Mound, Tennessee resident, formerly of West Chester, Ohio

FC Daehler Mortuary Handling Arrangements & Service at Mueller Funeral Home Mason, OH. Interment in Dayton National Cemetery.

 

Tim Morath, 63 years old, resident of Indian Mound, Tennessee, formerly longtime resident of West Chester, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on December...

Farish "Buddy" Meade

Dec 3, 2023

Farish Wayne "Buddy" Meade

November 24, 1962 - December 3, 2023

Farish Wayne "Buddy" Meade, 61 years old, Minford resident, was unexpectedly taken from us on Sunday December 3, 2023, at his niece's residence.

He was born November 24, 1962, in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Farish and Leatha Fay (née Montgomery) Meade.

Buddy lived a hard life in his...

Mark Mamas

Dec 3, 2023

Mark Richard Mamas

September 5, 1951 - December 3, 2023

Mark Richard Mamas, a loving father, devoted brother, and successful owner and operator of Portsmouth Motors and M & M Auto, passed away on December 3, 2023. Born on September 5, 1951, in Portsmouth, OH, Mark brought joy and laughter into the lives of all who knew him.

 

Mark's...

Michael Brush

Nov 29, 2023

Mike Brush

March 5, 1950 - November 29, 2023

Portsmouth resident

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Mike Brush, aged 73, of Portsmouth, OH, peacefully passed away on November 29th, 2023, at his residence. Born to the late Don and Juanita Brush in Portsmouth, OH, Mike graduated from Clay High School in 1968. Following his education, he successfully completed the electrical apprenticeship...

Howard Stapleton

Nov 27, 2023

Howard Stapleton

February 21, 1938 - November 27, 2023

 

Howard Stapleton, McDermott resident, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2023, at the age of 85. Born on February 21, 1938, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Howard led a fulfilling life marked by hard work, dedication, and a strong love for his family.

 

"The Rocking chair is not for me", a...

Annabel Floyd

Nov 24, 2023

Floyd, Annabel (Ann) Baker Olin

January 21, 1939 -November 24, 2023

Portsmouth, Ohio

 

Annabel Baker Olin Floyd, a resident of Portsmouth area for more than 40 years, died November 24, 2023, Born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Ann grew up in Corning, NY, graduating, one of 3 valedictorians of her Corning Free Academy class. She was an accomplished pianist, musician (played...

William Costner

Nov 23, 2023

William "Bill" Costner

October 6, 1935 - November 23, 2023

Resident of South Shore, KY

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William "Bill" Costner, 88 years old, of South Shore, KY, left this world of pain and suffering on November 23, 2023. He is safe in the arms of Jesus now.

 

He leaves behind his wife Barbara (Nee Burchett) Costner,...

Dustin Gordon

Nov 17, 2023

In Loving Memory of Dustin James Gordon

 

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Dustin James Gordon on November 17, 2023. Born on May 17, 1990, in Portsmouth, OH, Dustin's life was tragically cut short in a devastating accident. He was just 33 years old.

 

Dustin was a vibrant and adventurous soul who...

Lois Shope

Nov 12, 2023

Lois Call Shope

July 26, 1953 - November 12, 2023

Wheelersburg Resident

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Lois Call Shope went to be with the Lord and her late loved ones on Sunday, November 12th 2023 at 8:48 pm surrounded by loved ones peacefully and comfortably at home. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Harold and Helen Call,...

Mark Knudson

Nov 11, 2023

Mark Knudson

June 10, 1950 - November 11, 2023

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Mark Knudson died peacefully November 11, 2023 in the presence of those who loved him.

 

Mark was a lifelong, passionate musician, best known for his innovative take on jazz drumming and peaceful melodies on the acoustic guitar and piano. During his time at Berkley School of...

Jill McClure

Nov 8, 2023

Jill Ruth McClure

October 19, 1941 - November 8, 2023

Portsmouth Resident

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Jill Ruth McClure, born October 19, 1941, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 8, 2023.

 

She was born to the late John and Margaret Gormley. She was preceded in death by one grandson, Shawn Kendle.

 

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Richard Wise

Nov 8, 2023

Richard Wise, Jr.

January 1, 1949 - November 8, 2023

Lucasville Resident

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Richard Wise Jr, 74, of Chillicothe Ohio, passed away November, 8th, 2023, at Edgewood manor of Lucasville.

 

Richard was born January 1st 1994 in Cincinnati Ohio, to late Mary and Richard Wise.

 

Richard enjoyed music, working puzzles with his beloved wife, reading...

Christopher Mitchell

Nov 8, 2023

Christopher Allen Mitchell

January 25, 1972 - November 8, 2023

Portsmouth Resident

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Christopher Allen Mitchell, known affectionately by many as Chris and Al, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 8, 2023, in his hometown of Portsmouth, OH. Born on January 25, 1972, to Phyllis and the late Charles "Chuck" Mitchell, Chris was a...

Clerinda Vincent

Nov 4, 2023

Clerinda Gale (NEE Howard) Vincent

October 20, 1961 - November 4, 2023

Wheelersburg Resident

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Clerinda Gale (NEE Howard) Vincent, 62, of Wheelersburg, passed away Saturday November 4, 2023, at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth.

 

She was born on October 20, 1961 in Portsmouth, the youngest daughter of the late Richard and Lillie Howard.

 

Surviving...

Michele Williams

Nov 2, 2023

Michele (Nee Fugitt) Williams

June 27, 1947 - November 02, 2023

Wheelersburg Resident

 

Michele (Nee Fugitt) Williams, 76 years old, Wheelersburg resident, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023.

 

Michele graduated Minford High School, and later from Shawnee State University with a Bachelors in Nursing. She served as a RN in our community for over 30 years.

She...