Obituaries

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

Billie Lou Stalnaker

Billie Lou Stalnaker

Dec 6, 2018

Billie Lou Stalnaker PARKERSBURG—Billie Lou Stalnaker, 72, of Parkersburg, WV, passed away December 6th, 2018 at the Willows. She was born February 6, 1946, to the late William and Addie (Gabbert) Tracewell. She graduated from Eastern High School. Billie worked at Nashua Photo for 33 years. She was married to her husband, Ronzel Roberts for 12 years who also preceded...

William “Tony” Sherman

William “Tony” Sherman

Dec 6, 2018

Gallipolis - William “Tony” Sherman, 63, of Gallipolis, died unexpectedly Thursday, December 6, 2018 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. Born February 15, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of the late Langston Carter and Gerri Keys Sherman. Tony was employed at Golden Corral for many years, enjoyed fishing, the Ohio State Buckeyes and his spending time with...

John R. Buckner

John R. Buckner

Dec 5, 2018

ATHENS – John R. Buckner, 64, of Nelsonville, formerly of Athens, died Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at his home.

Born July 23, 1954 in Meigs County, he was the son of the Hershel and Catherine Lewis Buckner.

He is survived by two daughters, Brittany (Justin) Cobbs of Richmond, KY, Heidi (Daniel) Gomez of Nogales Sonorro, Mexico; two grandchildren, Daniel Antonio...

John Douglas

John Douglas

Dec 3, 2018

John W. Douglas PARKERSBURG-- John W. Douglas, 64, of Parkersburg, WV, went to be with his Lord on Monday, Dec. 3, 2018 at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. He was born Oct. 23, 1954 in Gallipolis, OH, son of the late Glen and Nancy Webb Douglas. Since 1996, John has been the pastor of the River Valley Community Church...

Walker Scott Winkler

Walker Scott Winkler

Dec 2, 2018

ATHENS—Walker Scott Winkler, 6 months and 12 days, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 2nd, 2018 at his home. Born May 20, 2018, he was the son of Philip Winkler and Rebecca Miller.

A brave and happy baby, Walker was loved by all his family and friends, and touched many lives in his short time with us.

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Alan Barringer

Alan Barringer

Nov 30, 2018

Alan Barringer REEDSVILLE—Alan Barringer, 42, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Friday, Nov. 30, 2018 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born Sept. 24, 1976 in Parkersburg, WV, son of Monty Ray Barringer and Marsha Kimes Cowdery. Alan is survived by his mother and step-father, Marsha and Kevin Cowdery; his father and step mother, Monty Ray and Ann Barringer; 2 half...

Ermyl Ballinger

Ermyl Ballinger

Nov 28, 2018

NEW MARSHFIELD – Ermyl Ballinger, 101, of New Marshfield, died peacefully, Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at Lindley Inn.

Born January 16, 1917 in New Marshfield, she was the daughter of the late Seth and Mae McLead Hunter.

Private burial will be held at the convenience of the family at New Marshfield Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made...

Keith Lucas

Keith Lucas

Nov 27, 2018

Keith Lucas ATHENS—Keith Lucas, 57, of Athens, OH, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born May 21, 1961 in Parkersburg, WV, son of Billie and Irene Butcher Lucas. He was a member of the Haga Ridge Mission. In addition to his parents, Keith is survived by a daughter, Patricia Lucas; a son, Bobby (Sara) Sweeney;...

Vernon Castle

Vernon Castle

Nov 22, 2018

Vernon Castle GUYSVILLE—Vernon Castle, 71, of Guysville, OH, passed away Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018 at The Laurels of Athens. He was born Feb. 13, 1947, in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Vernon and Opal Williams Castle. Vernon was a deputy for the Athens County Sheriff’s Department for 28 years and served as the Athens County Sheriff for 8 years....

Pamela Pierce

Pamela Pierce

Nov 19, 2018

Pamela Pierce LONG BOTTOM--Pamela Pierce, 50, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2018 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 1, 1967 in Gallipolis, OH, daughter of Mary King and the late Joe Lawrence. Pamela is survived by her mother, Mary King; 4 sons, Kyle Pierce, Dustin Pierce, Sheridan Pierce and Tony Pierce; 4 grandchildren; 4...

Jimmie Coleman

Jimmie Coleman

Nov 18, 2018

Jimmie Coleman REEDSVILLE—Jimmie Coleman, 68, of Reedsville, OH passed away Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 at his residence. He was born June 12, 1950 in Columbus, OH, son of the late William H. and Della H. Evans Coleman. Jimmie is survived by his wife of 49 years, Donna J. Davis Coleman; a son, Shaun and Michelle Coleman and 4 grandchildren, Brandon,...

Robert Fitch

Robert Fitch

Nov 15, 2018

Robert Fitch LONG BOTTOM—Robert Fitch, 82, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018 at his residence. He was born Dec. 19, 1935 in Long Bottom, OH, son of the late Carl and Myrtle Spaun Fitch. Robert is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Bobby and Janie Fitch; a grandson, Brandon and Alyssa Fitch; 2 grandsons, Cade and...

Gene M. Clegg

Gene M. Clegg

Nov 13, 2018

Gene M. Clegg COOLVILLE—Gene M. Clegg, 78, of Coolville, OH, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018 at his residence. He was born Feb. 11, 1940 in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Glenn and Ada Daugherty Clegg. Gene loved his grandchildren, lawn work and playing the piano. He was employed at the Parkersburg News and Sentinel for 15 years. Gene...

Virginia Carolina Large

Virginia Carolina Large

Nov 13, 2018

Virginia Carolina Large POMEROY—Virginia Carolina Large, 67, of Pomeroy, OH, passed away, Friday, Nov. 13, 2018 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. She was born Dec. 21, 1950 in Henderson, WV, daughter of the late William and Virginia Patterson Siders. Virginia is survived by 2 sons, Jerry and Cassie Large and James and Debbie Large; a daughter, Virginia and...

Wilma Casto

Wilma Casto

Nov 8, 2018

Wilma Casto PORTLAND—Wilma Henderson Casto, 83, was born May 12, 1935 in Portland, OH, daughter of the late Ralph and Alberta Lamp Henderson. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dwain O. Casto on March 23, 2005; her sister-in-law, Edith Henderson and a niece, Barbara (Larry) Baker. She is survived by her brother, John W. Henderson...

Joseph Robert Krupinski

Joseph Robert Krupinski

Nov 7, 2018

Coolville - Joseph Robert Krupinski, 91, of Coolville, died Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at his residence. Born July 23, 1927 in Bellaire, Ohio, he was the son of the late Joseph Krupinski and Katie Waslys. Joseph retired from CSX, was a member of the St Ambrose Catholic Church and a United States WW II Navy veteran. He is survived by...

Gwinn Paul Perry

Gwinn Paul Perry

Nov 6, 2018

Cutler - G. Paul Perry, 82, of Cutler, died Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at Arcadia Nursing Center in Coolville. Born February 28, 1936 in Dunlow, WV, he was the son of the late George and Georgia Nelson Perry. Paul was a 50 year member of the Coolville Masonic Lodge 337 F&AM and a United States Army Veteran. He is survived...

Ferra L. Barringer

Ferra L. Barringer

Nov 6, 2018

Reedsville - Ferra Lou Barringer, 80, of Reedsville, died Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital in Parkersburg surrounded by her family. Born March 16, 1938, in Meigs County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Ivan and Lydia Barber Chevalier. She was a member Eden United Bretheran Church and the Olive Ladies Township Auxilary. Ferra Lou is...

Richard Garfield

Richard Garfield

Nov 5, 2018

Pomeroy - Richard Garfield, 70, of Pomeroy, died Monday, November 5, 2018 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. Born January 1, 1948 in Munich, Germany, he was the son of the late Charles and Bessie Reed Garfield. He is survived by our daughter Michele Garfield of Albany; one grandson A.J. Turner of Albany; one granddaughter Tabitha Turner of Middleport; one great granddaughter...

Edward D. Sheilds

Edward D. Sheilds

Nov 4, 2018

Albany - Ed Shields, 59, of Albany, died Sunday, November 4, 2018. Born November 1, 1959 in Parkersburg WV, he was the son of Donald and Janet Rockhold Shields. He was a store manager for Big Lots in Lancaster and a member of New Life Assembly of God where he served as a board member. He is survived by his...