Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Athens, Coolville, Pomeroy, OH and surrounding areas.
Marjorie Louise Connolly
Jan 21, 2024
Marjorie Connolly REEDSVILLE—Marjorie Louise Connolly, 83, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, at her residence. She was born Oct. 24, 1940, in Reedsville, OH, daughter of the late Everett and Beaulah Griffin Schultz. Marjorie is survived by 2 daughters, Debra and Kenneth White and Arlene and Jack Downer; son, Michael and Sheila Connolly; 6 grandchildren, Jason Parker,...
David Heaton
Jan 14, 2024
Athens - David was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 24, 1935. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Jean Heaton, and his elder brother, Jim. Before settling in Detroit, in 1952, he lived in seven cities and twelve houses or apartments. He loved sports as a kid, shooting hoops alone just feet from deep snow in...
Harley Dean "HD" Collins
Jan 12, 2024
Harley Dean “HD” Collins
The Plains - Harley Dean “HD” Collins, 88, of The Plains, died Friday evening, January 12, 2024, at his residence.
Born June 18, 1935, in Chauncey, Ohio, he was the son of the late Clifford and Ruth Hillyer Collins. Dean was a proud graduate of Glouster High School in 1953. He retired from the Southern...
Jesse James McKee Jr.
Jan 7, 2024
Jesse James McKee Jr
New Marshfield - Jesse James McKee Jr, 76, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster.
Born March 31, 1947, in Athens, Ohio, he was the son of the late Jesse James and Essie Rice McKee Sr. Jesse was a 1965 graduate of Waterloo High School. He was the owner/operator of...
Lura Helen Thompson
Jan 5, 2024
Lura Thompson
GUYSVILLE—Lura Helen Thompson, 55, of Guysville, OH, passed away Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, at her residence.
She was born May 17, 1968, in Athens, OH, daughter of Elizabeth Ann Thompson of Guysville, OH and the late Roger William Thompson. Lura attended Federal Hocking High School and graduated in 1986. She worked at Dairy Mart in Athens, Hocking...
Brandon Lee Walker
Jan 4, 2024
Brandon Lee Walker REEDSVILLE—Brandon Lee Walker, 35, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, at his residence. He was born Aug. 24, 1988, in Parkersburg, WV, son of John and Kathy Spurlock Walker. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a half brother, Shawn Spurlock and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Brandon will be cremated and...
Tammy Watkins
Jan 3, 2024
Middleport - Tammy Watkins, 60, of Middleport, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. Born December 1, 1963 in Gallipolis, Ohio, she was the daughter of Betty Sears Conkle the late Jerry Ferguson Besides her mother, she is survived by two sons, David Watkins II and Josh Stone; one daughter, Michelle (Jason) Mobley; one grandson, Hayden...
Betty Wilson
Jan 3, 2024
Betty Fowler Wilson Betty Fowler Wilson, 86, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at Overbrook Rehabilitation Center in Middleport. Born September 10, 1937 in Mason, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Arnold and Esther Bugg Fowler. Betty enjoyed many of life’s simple things…bowling, flee markets, shopping and a good piece of candy. She had a real passion...
Danny Ray Burton
Jan 2, 2024
Danny Ray Burton STEWART—Danny Ray Burton, 73, of Stewart, OH, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, at Ohio State University Hospital. He was born Jan. 23, 1950, son of the late Claude and Pauline Yeater Burton. Danny was a former employee of Miami Stone and Cozart Trash Service. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Wanda Bowers Burton;...
Juanita Jane McCutcheon
Jan 2, 2024
Juanita Jane McCutcheon, 83, met her Lord and Savior on Jan. 2, 2024. Juanita, a long time resident of Little Hocking, Ohio retired from the Little Hocking Water Office and was a member of the Little Hocking United Methodist Church. Juanita is survived by her loving and faithful husband Jerome “Joe” McCutcheon who cared for her until the end, her...
Nicholas Allen Wyeth
Jan 1, 2024
Nicholas Allen Wyeth
AMESVILLE--Nicholas Allen Wyeth, age 45, died 01 Jan. 2024, in Amesville, Ohio, as the result of a 4-wheeler accident.
Nicky was born 05 Jul 1978, in Newark, Ohio to the late Richard Caldwell and Paula Ann (Strackbein) Wyeth. Nicky was an outdoorsman and loved doing anything that would let him be outside.
After his mother...
Lisa Beard Cooke
Jan 1, 2024
Lisa Beard Cooke, 66, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2024, from the James Cancer Center in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by love. Lisa was born October 17, 1957, to Tom and Priscilla Beard of South Point, Ohio. Lisa is preceded in death by her father, Tom Beard; her loving husband, Henry Cooke; her sister, Jan Beard Smith;...
James Hamilton Allen
Jan 1, 2024
James Allen COOLVILLE—James Hamilton Allen, 70, of Coolville, OH, passed away Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 7, 1953, in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Otis Wade and Mary Lois Dixon Allen. Jim was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran, Charter Member Fire Chief of Carthage Fire Department, Fire Chief of Carthage Fire Department with...
Hugh M. Culbertson
Dec 29, 2023
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dr. Hugh M. Culbertson, a man of immense intellect, unwavering dedication, and profound influence. His extraordinary life was one of perpetual learning, astute scholarship, and steadfast commitment to his community and students. Dr. Culbertson departed this world peacefully on December 29, 2023, in Athens, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.Born on October...
Hope Lynne Ellis
Dec 29, 2023
Hope Lynne Ellis COOLVILLE—Hope Lynne Ellis, 58, of Coolville, OH, passed away Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born April 28, 1965, in St. Petersburg, FL, daughter of Hope Ann Lockhart and the late David Richard Hicks. In addition to her mother, Hope Ann, she is survived by a son, Jeremiah and Allena Griggs; daughter, Madison...
Pete F. Evener
Dec 28, 2023
Pete F. Evener, 90, of Chauncey, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 28, 2023.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, at Hughes Moquin Funeral Home in Athens. Officiating will be Robert Weiler. Burial will follow at Athens Memory Gardens with full military honors conducted by the Albany VFW Post 9893 and the American Legion...
Esther P. Smith
Dec 26, 2023
Esther Smith CHESTER—Esther P. Smith, 87, of Chester, OH, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at her residence. She was born Dec. 24, 1936, in Long Bottom, OH, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Frederick Hayes. Esther was a member of the Chester D.O.A., the Chester Eastern Star and was a U.S. Postmaster. She is survived by 2 sons,...
Harold "Hank" Holter
Dec 25, 2023
Harold “Hank” Holter SUGAR GROVE—Harold “Hank” Holter, 96, of Sugar Grove, OH, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2023, at his residence. He was born March 24, 1927, in Minersville, OH, son of the late Hanson R. and Elma Roush Holter. Hank loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, gardening and especially sitting by the campfire with family and friends. He served in...
Kenneth Ray McDaniel
Dec 23, 2023
Kenneth Ray McDaniel, 67 of Athens, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at his home. Born October 16, 1956 in Athens he was the son of the late Alvin & Mary Davis McDaniel.
As a retired concrete finisher, Kenneth appreciated a hards day work. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and never...
Carol Sue Hall
Dec 22, 2023
Middleport-Carol Sue Lunsford Hall, 81, of Middleport, passed away Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at Holzer Meigs ED. She was born on July 22nd, 1942 in Summersville West Virginia. Carol was the daughter of the late Jesse and Madeline Bostic Haggy. She is survived by two sons, Rick (Sara) Lunsford and Kenny (Katie) Lunsford; six grandsons, Kenny, Josh, Ryan, Ricky, River...