Obituaries

Jun 15, 2024

Mary Christine Kramer

Mary Christine Kramer, 66, of Kingston/Chillicothe, went to be with our Lord on June 15, 2024 at Adena Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. She was born on November 26, 1957, in Chillicothe, the daughter of the late Glenn Richard and Zelma (Adams) Kramer Sr..

She is survived by brother, Glenn...

Jun 5, 2024

Ollen Eldon Swepston

Ollen Eldon Swepston, 82, of Londonderry, entered into Heaven on June 5, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on October 7, 1941, in Kingston, the son of the late Ollen Edgar and Opal C. (Dawson) Swepston.  On October 15, 1961, he was united in marriage with his loving...

Jun 3, 2024

Sharon Sue Havens

Sharon Sue Havens, 62, of Kingston, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2024 at her residence. She was born on July 14, 1961, in Chillicothe, the daughter of the late Virgil D. and Nancy Sue (Pence) Havens.

Sharon is survived by her brother, Virgil Havens, of Chillicothe; niece, Maranda (Casey) Wilson; nephew,...

Jun 1, 2024

Fred W. Bray, III

Fred W. Bray, III, 72, of Kingston, Ohio, formerly of Greensburg, PA, died Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was born Aug. 7, 1951, in Greensburg, a son of the late Fred W., Jr. and Ellen May Korody Bray. Fred was a former member of the GVFD Hose Co. #7 and was a member...

May 28, 2024

Judy Kay (Johnson) Virgin

Judy Kay (Johnson) Virgin, 70, of South Bloomingville, gained her Heavenly reward on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 surrounded by family at Logan Elm Healthcare, Circleville. She was born on July 20, 1953, in Circleville, the daughter of the late Henry and Carolyn (Callihan) Johnson.

Judy is survived by her brothers, Michael...

May 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Carlie Ava Moss,

Carlie, beloved granddaughter, sister, daughter, niece, cousin and friend to many, 15 years old, of Kingston, passed away way too soon on May 27, 2024. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Carlie is survived by her grandfather, Brian Moss; grandmother, Karen Mace; mother, Cassie...

May 22, 2024

Samantha Mae Gearhart

Samantha Mae Gearhart, 25, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly on May 22, 2024 at her residence. She was born on September 1, 1998, in Chillicothe, the daughter of Richard Gearhart, who survives, and the late Angela (Hatfield) Gearhart.

Samantha is also survived by her brothers, David Gearhart and Daniel Gearhart; grandparents, Carl...

May 22, 2024

Alicia Brooke Farleigh

Alicia Brooke Farleigh, 30, of Stoutsville, passed away unexpectedly on May 22, 2024. She was born on January 5, 1994, in Gallipolis, Ohio. Alicia was the beloved daughter of Michael Farleigh, Jr. and Dorothy Marie Dingess.

Alicia led a life marked by dedication and love. Although she did not graduate High School,...

May 8, 2024

Joseph D. Coon II

Joseph D. Coon II, 49, of Kingston, went to his Heavenly home on May 8, 2024. He was born July 30, 1974, in Chillicothe, the son of the late Joseph D. Coon I and Mable Coon Hart (Melvin), who survives. Melvin was known to Joe as his second dad, whom he loved very...

May 3, 2024

Hershel E. Detty

Hershel E. Detty, 88, of Chillicothe, entered into Heaven on May 3, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 1, 1935, in McArthur, the son of the late Raymond and Audrey (Stewart) Detty. On February 24, 1955, he united in marriage with his loving wife, Marlene June "Peg" (Carper) Detty,...

Apr 28, 2024

Janice S. (Snyder) Wiseman

Janice S. (Snyder) Wiseman, 89, of Circleville, entered into Heaven on April 28, 2024 at Brown Memorial Nursing Home following an extended illness. She was born July 9, 1934, in Laurel City, West Virginia, to the late Everett K. and Stachie Faye (Jeffrey) Snyder.

In 1953, she married the love of...

Apr 24, 2024

Lori S. (Estep) Koker

Lori S. (Estep) Koker, 59, of Kingston, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family following a courageous two-year battle with cancer. She was born on October 30, 1964, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth "Libby" (Hurt) Estep.

Lori...

Apr 22, 2024

Jerry Lee Betkey, Sr.

Jerry Lee Betkey, Sr., 85, of Kingston, went to be with the Lord at 12:30 a.m. on April 22, 2024 at his residence. He was born on March 6, 1939, in Waverly, the son of the late Charles and Wanda (Yeager) Betkey.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 18...

Apr 21, 2024

Sherry Lynn (Congrove) Mitchell

Sherry Lynn (Congrove) Mitchell, 52, of Laurelville, was carried by her Good Shepherd and entered into Heaven peacefully on April 21, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family following a brief battle with cancer. All the while whispering in her ear "well done good and faithful servant, today you will be...

Apr 14, 2024

Brian Dale Speakman

Brian Dale Speakman, 56, of Laurelville, passed away unexpectedly on April 14, 2024 at his residence. He was born on July 28, 1967, in Circleville, the son of the late Melvin Speakman and Judith (Seymour) Leming, who survives.

Brian is also survived by his beloved daughters, Kayla (Christopher) Burris and Alexis Ann...

Apr 13, 2024

Kay Laverne (Fellenstein) Large

Kay Laverne (Fellenstein) Large, 82, of Kingston, entered into Heaven peacefully on April 13, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness.  She was born on December 8, 1941, in Williamsport, the daughter of the late Noah Charles and Alice Mae (Mowery) Fellenstein. On August 29, 1959, she...

Apr 3, 2024

Charles E. Danner

Charles E. Danner, 87, of Jamestown, Tennessee, formerly of Laurelville, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024 at his residence with his daughter by his side. He was born on December 12, 1936, in Laurelville, the son of the late Beman E. and Ruby F. (Carroll) Danner.

Charles is survived by his...

Mar 30, 2024

Shannon Rhae Campbell

Shannon Rhae Campbell, 50, of Muncie, Indiana, formerly of Logan, passed away on March 30, 2024 following a courageous battle with cancer.  She was born on March 4, 1974, in Lancaster, the daughter of Randall Knece and Valerie (Wood) Dunetz.

Shannon is survived by her sons, Christian (Ciera) Campbell, of Muncie, Indiana,...

Mar 30, 2024

Virginia Mae Pritchard

Virginia Mae Pritchard, 90, of Kingston, passed away on March 30, 2024.  She was born on February 14, 1934, in Circleville, the daughter of the late Carmon O. and Dorothy E. (Ward) Allen.  On September 11, 1953, she was united in marriage with her husband, Donald L. Pritchard, who preceded her in death in...

Mar 29, 2024

Joyce E. Riley

Joyce E. Riley, 78, of Chillicothe, passed away on March 29, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on April 20, 1945, in Chillicothe, the daughter of Ronald "Jack" and Violet (Woods) Hurles, who survive. On May 4, 1974, she united in marriage with her loving husband, Craig Riley,...