Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Athens, Coolville, Pomeroy, OH and surrounding areas.

Mallory Fussner

Mallory Fussner

Jun 13, 2024

LANCASTER—Mallory Helaine Fussner, 24, of Lancaster, OH, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024, as the result of an automobile accident.

 She was born July 17, 1999, in Athens, OH, daughter of Eric Fussner and Lisa G. Martin Fussner.

 Mallory is survived by her mother, Lisa Fussner and Harold Albright; father and step-mother, Eric and Felicia Fussner; daughter, Karmyn Hammond; 2 brothers, David...

Mark John Werry

Mark John Werry

Jun 9, 2024

Mark John Werry



Pomeroy - Mark John Werry, 68, of Pomeroy, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024 at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio.

Born September 18, 1955 in Gallipolis, Ohio, he was the son of the late John E and Margaret Bryant Werry.  Mark was a 1973 graduate of Meigs High School and retired from Kyger Creek Power Plant after thirty-four years...

Karen Chikosky

Karen Chikosky

Jun 6, 2024

Karen Chikosky, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, of Athens, OH, formerly of Boardman, OH, went to be with the Lord Thursday, June 6, 2024 at The Pickering House in Lancaster, OH. She was 69 years old. Born on December 6, 1954, in Youngstown, OH, she was the daughter of the late Robert Junior and Audrey Jean Klingensmith...

Jerome McCutcheon

Jerome McCutcheon

Jun 2, 2024

    

     On June 2, 2024, Jerome “Joe” George McCutcheon, 83, of Little Hocking left this earth to meet his Lord Jesus Christ.  He joins his wife, Juanita Jane (Nichols) McCutcheon who recently preceded him in death as well as a brother Jarrett “Jerry” McCutcheon, sister Maysel Williams, parents Harvey “Pat” and Mary, and many in-laws and loved ones.

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Curtis R. Gilbert

Curtis R. Gilbert

Jun 1, 2024

Curtis R. Gilbert



Middleport - Curtis R. Gilbert, 60, 0f Middleport, died Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis.

Born November 28, 1963, in Gallipolis, Ohio, he was the son of the late Roger and Wanda Nelson Gilbert.  He attended Gallipolis High School.  Curt loved his family and adored his granddaughters Kyla and Kaleah.  He was the best!  He enjoyed...

Joseph Leon Wilson

Joseph Leon Wilson

Jun 1, 2024

Joseph Leon WilsonJoseph Leon Wilson, 63, of Chester died unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Born July 6, 1960, in Parkersburg, WV, he was the son of the late Albert and Dorothy Parker. He was an avid collector of guns, knives, scale model cars, and several other items. He had many different professions including milk truck driver,...

Brian Alan Birt

Brian Alan Birt

May 31, 2024



     COOLVILLE—Brian Alan Birt, 63, of Coolville, OH, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024, at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital.

     He was born May 2, 1961, in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Hubert Earl Birt and Joyce Ann Ritenour Vincent.  Brian was a former bar manager and tattoo artist.

     He is survived by his daughter, Cathy and David...

Michael Mollohan

Michael Mollohan

May 30, 2024

     SARASOTA--Michael David Mollohan, age 49, passed away May 30th, 2024, in Sarasota, Florida.

     Mike was born November 20th, 1974, in Parkersburg, WV to David and Jennie Mollohan. He grew up in Coolville, Ohio and graduated from Federal Hocking High School in 1994. He liked to joke that his hometown was now called “Ville” since he no longer...

Lynann Byron

Lynann Byron

May 24, 2024

Athens -  Lynann Byron, 70, of Athens, died Friday, May 24, 2024 in Canal Winchester, Ohio.Born April 2, 1954 in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the. Late Tom and Rita Cooper Byron.  Lynann was a graduated of Alexander High School and was employed by O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in Athens for many years.  She was very active in the...

Bula Saylor

Bula Saylor

May 22, 2024

Bula Saylor

 

     NEW MARSFIELD—Bula Brown Saylor, 89, of New Marshfield, OH, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at The Lindley Inn.

     Bula was born November 23, 1934, in Carbondale, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Henry and Nila Brown. Bula was a graduate of Athens High School and a former employee of Ohio University. She was...

James Watson

James Watson

May 20, 2024



 

     COOLVILLE—James E. Watson, 73, of Coolville, OH, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024, at his residence.

     He was born Oct. 13, 1950, in Pomeroy, OH, son of Donna Halsey Watson Brooks and the late Everett Lloyd Watson.  James was an SP 4 with the U.S. Army, a 1969 graduate of Eastern High School and one of the...

William Henry Schall Jr

William Henry Schall Jr

May 19, 2024

William Henry Schall Jr.



Guysville -  William Henry Schall, Jr., 87 of Guysville died Sunday, May 19, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones at his residence.

Born February 20, 1937, in Rome Township, Athens County, Ohio, he was the son of the late William Henry and Etta Lonas Schall,  William graduated from Rome-Canaan High School and is a United States Navy veteran.  His first job...

Rebecca Marshall

Rebecca Marshall

May 18, 2024

Rebecca Marshall



Pomeroy - Rebecca Marshall, 68, of Pomeroy, went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

Born October 8, 1955, in Gallipolis, Ohio, she was the daughter of Ruth Ann Smith and the late Homer B. Smith.  Rebecca enjoyed planting flowers, sewing and being a homemaker.  She cherished spending time with her grandchildren.  

Besides...

Vernal Harold Well

Vernal Harold Well

May 18, 2024

Vernal Harold Well



Darwin - Vernal Harold Well, 88, of Darwin, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Darst Private Care Home in Pomeroy.

Born January 3, 1936, in Darwin, Ohio, he was the son of the late Vern and Audra Williard Well.  A lifelong Meigs County resident, Vernal graduated from Shade High School and is a United States Army veteran.  Vernal worked for...

Carolyn S. Linton

Carolyn S. Linton

May 17, 2024

Carolyn S. Linton, 81, passed away Friday May 17th, 2024 in her home. She was born May 28th, 1942 to William and Helen (Laughlin) Linton. Carol graduated from Rome - Canaan High School in Stewart, Ohio in 1960. Leaving Athens, she then spent the remainder of her life in Bellevue, Ohio.

She is survived by two daughters, Suzanne (Joey) Elacion, and Kristen...

Pamela Reitz

Pamela Reitz

May 17, 2024

Pamela Reitz

Pamela K. Reitz died unexpectedly at her home in The Plains, Ohio on May 17, 2024.  

Born March 5, 1947 in Wilkinsburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert H and Esther Philbrick Reitz.  She graduated from St Clairsville High School and Ohio State University.  Pam was a middle school Title I Reading teacher.  Her mother’s sewing...

Diana Pullins

Diana Pullins

May 13, 2024

Diana Pullins

 

     REEDSVILLE—Diana Pullins, 65, of Reedsville, OH, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 13, 2024, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, OH.

     She was born Sept. 22, 1958, in Gallipolis, OH, daughter of Lena Belle Pooler Pullins and the late Edgar Pullins.

     In addition to her mother, Lena Belle Pullins, she is...

Bernard Browne Spaulding Jr

Bernard Browne Spaulding Jr

May 12, 2024

Bernard Browne Spaulding Jr



Athens - Bernard Browne Spaulding Jr., 79, of Athens, died unexpectedly Sunday, May 12, 2024 at his residence.

Born February 23, 1945, in Athens, Ohio, he was the son of the late Bernard Browne and Bernice Snyder Spaulding.  Bernie was a 1963 graduate of Athens High School and attended Bryn Athyn College in Pennsylvania.  He was a technician for...

Mary Elizabeth Coen

Mary Elizabeth Coen

May 11, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Coen



Stewart - Mary Elizabeth Coen, 92, passed away at home on May 11, 2024, surrounded by family.  She went to be with the angels.

Born August 19, 1931, in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and Katie Burchfield.  She made her home with her daughter Kathy Willison and grandsons Colton Willison and Jordan Mathena and her...

Leeman (CALHOUN) Alltop, Jr

Leeman (CALHOUN) Alltop, Jr

May 11, 2024



 

     BELPRE—Leeman Alltop Jr. (CALHOUN), 75, of Belpre formerly of Coolville, passed away due to a short battle with cancer.

     Calhoun was the son of Leeman Alltop Sr. and Hattie Mollohan Alltop. Calhoun graduated from Carthage Troy High School with the Class of 67.  He had been employed at Kriss Hot Spot in Parkersburg for the past ten...