Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Athens, Coolville, Pomeroy, OH and surrounding areas.
Lonnie Starcher, Jr.
Dec 18, 2025
ATHENS—Lonnie Starcher, Jr., 57, of Athens, OH, passed away Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Hickory Creek of Athens.
He was born Jan. 18, 1968, in Marietta, OH, son of the late Marlene (Bowers) and Lonnie Starcher, Sr. He was a 1987 graduate of Federal Hocking High School. Lonnie was a Christian, loved both of his sons, building houses and mowing yards....
Mary Rose
Dec 14, 2025
Racine - Mary Rose, 83, of Racine, died Sunday December 14, 2025 at Marietta Memorial Hospital Memorial Hospital in Marietta, Ohio.
Born December 23, 1941, on Owl Hollow Road in Long Bottom, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Mary Justice Watson. Mary was a graduate of Southern High School and loved attending church. She was a lifelong...
David Gillman
Dec 8, 2025
The Plains - David Gillman, 53, of The Plains, died unexpectedly, Monday, December 8, 2025 at his residence.
Born August 1, 1972, in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Cecil and Gwinith Brumfield Gillman.
David is survived by his sister, Michelle Wycuff.
Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Friends are invited to sign the...
Hobart Templeton
Dec 8, 2025
Middleport - Hobart Templeton, 63, of Middleport, died unexpectedly Monday, December 8, 2025, at his residence.
Born January 4, 1962, in Pomeroy, Ohio, he was the son of Brenda Snider and the late Lawton Templeton. Hobart was a 1980 graduate of Meigs High School. He was a hard worker having been employed in the coal mine, at Facemeyer Sawmill and for...
Robert John Mullins
Dec 8, 2025
COOLVILLE—Robert John Mullins, 80, of Coolville, OH, passed away Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, at his residence.
He was born Sept. 18, 1945, in Grundy, VA, son of the late Jennis and Hazel Mullins Stiltner. Robert was a retired Salesman for Central Ohio Welding and love being on his farm.
He is survived by his longtime friend, Tim; a sister, Lydia Sue Justice;...
Ronald Phillips, Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
Ronald Phillips, Jr., 68, of The Plains, Ohio, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Grant Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. He was born December 21,1956, in McArthur, Ohio, son of the late Ronald and Rachel Stevens Phillips. He is survived by a daughter, Brandi (Channing) Lehman of Albany, Ohio and two grandson's Ashton and Austin Lehman. He also is survived...
Denver Rhodes
Dec 6, 2025
Denver Lee Rhodes, 76, of Coolville, OH passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, with his beloved daughter, Sherri, by his side. He was being cared for by Arcadia Skilled Nursing in Coolville, OH. His family would like to thank them for his great care. In recent weeks, he has been in the care of Hospice. Thank you, Regina...
Paula "Janie" Fitch
Dec 4, 2025
LONG BOTTOM—Paula Janie Fitch, 70, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at Overbrook Rehabilitation Center in Middleport, OH.
She was born March 19, 1955, in Pomeroy, OH, daughter of the late Harold and Ruby Powell Brewer. She retired from Racine Home National Bank and was a member of the Meigs County Fair Board.
She is survived by her...
Janet Marie Biggs
Dec 4, 2025
Middleport - Janet Marie Biggs, 70, of Middleport, Ohio died Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, Ohio.
Born June 18, 1955 in Pomeroy, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Dorsel and Hazel Randolph Biggs. Janet was a 1973 graduate of Meigs High School.
She is survived by two brothers, Wilford (Mildred) Biggs and Denver ((Maggie) Biggs;...
Carl Chichester
Dec 3, 2025
REEDSVILLE—Carl Chichester, 84, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born Aug. 1, 1941, in Parkersburg, WV, to the late Violet Chichester.
He worked as a bodyman his entire life and retired from Matheny’s in 2007. Carl was a Christian by faith and attended the Eden United Brethren Church. He enjoyed hunting,...
Susan K. Neal
Dec 1, 2025
Susan K. Neal of Athens (formerly of Long Island New York) passed away peacefully at Kimes Nursing home on December 1, 2025. Born in Jefferson Barracks, Missouri on November 20, 1936, she was the daughter of Emil and Florence Kotva. Susan grew up in Belleville, Illinois and later attended Fontbonne College attaining a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English education....
Charles “Paul” Kostival
Dec 1, 2025
Charles “Paul” Kostival (77), a Chauncey boy, passed peacefully from this Earth on December 1, 2025, in his home, surrounded by his family.
Paul, born on October 5, 1948 to Andy and Martha (Knowlton) Kostival of Chauncey, Ohio, is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marguerite (Keirns) Kostival, his daughter Jill Bean (Mike), sons Kristofer (Shauna) and Paul Robert (Amy),...
Keith Allen Harter
Nov 27, 2025
Keith Allen Harter, age 69, of Pomeroy, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, laughter, and love that will never be forgotten .Keith Harter was born December 25, 1955, in Columbus OhioKeith was a hardworking man who lived life his own way on his own terms. In his...
Andrew M. Evener
Nov 27, 2025
It is with profound love and immeasurable sorrow that we announce the passing of Andrew Matthew Evener, who left this world on Thursday, November 27, 2025, cradled in the arms of those who loved him. Born on June 28, 1978, Andy entered life facing challenges that only the strongest souls are given, yet he faced each day wrapped in God's...
James "Herb" Herbert Spears
Nov 24, 2025
COOLVILLE—James Herbert Spears (Herb), of Coolville, OH, went to be with the Lord on November 24, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by the love of his family. Herb was born on December 12, 1941, in Walker, WV, and as a proud American, he served four years in the United States Army and was a Vietnam War Veteran.
His dedication...
Josh Rubin
Nov 22, 2025
Josh Rubin passed away on November 22, 2025, after more than 13 years of fighting cancer, with his wife Kathy by his side. He was 69.
Josh was born on March 9, 1956, in Queens, NY, and lived in New York City for most of his life. He attended Bronx Science High School and MIT and finished his bachelor’s degree at...
Richard Smith
Nov 17, 2025
COOLVILLE—Richard Smith, 80, of Coolville, OH, passed away Monday, Nov 17, 2025, at Marietta Memorial Belpre Campus.
He was born June 15, 1945, in Gay, WV, son of the late Ralph and Glada Riddle Smith. Richard was a U.S. Army Veteran, a member of the Coolville Masonic Lodge 337 F&AM, a retired concrete finisher and retired from the Laborers Local Union...
Jeffrey Hardesty
Nov 16, 2025
HOCKINGPORT—Jeffrey Hardesty, 64, of Hockingport, OH, passed away Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, at his residence.
He was born Feb. 23, 1961, in Parkersburg, WV, son of Barbara Bailey Story and the late Larry Hardesty. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, a retired carpenter and a member of the Forked Run Gun Club.
In addition to his mother, Barbara Story, he is survived...
Linda Ruble
Nov 13, 2025
COOLVILLE – Linda Ruble, 72, of Coolville, OH, passed away on November 13, 2025, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on July 7, 1953, in Canton, OH to the late Robert and Gladys (Sampson) Barton. Linda retired from Dupont after many years of service and attended the Amazing Grace Church in Tuppers Plains, OH.
She is survived by her husband of...
Mary L. Dixon
Nov 9, 2025
Mary L. Dixon, 68 of Athens, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025 at OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital. Born March 12, 1957 in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Alva C. and Alice C. Leedy Robinson.
Mary was considered a mother to anyone she knew and willing to help whoever needed a hand. She attended Alexander High School where she was...
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