Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Athens, Coolville, Pomeroy, OH and surrounding areas.
Alfred Philip "Al" Oppermann
Sep 22, 2024
Beloved friend, sports enthusiast, and devoted individual, Alfred Philip Oppermann passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024 leaving behind cherished memories of a life well-lived. A lifelong fan of the Detroit Lions and Red Wings, Al‘s passion for sports was only surpassed by his love for biking and the open road, where he found peace and adventure.
Al‘s deep faith...
Bradley Daniel Metts
Sep 21, 2024
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, Bradley Daniel Metts of Athens, beloved son, brother, grandson and friend, gained his wings with his dad by his side at his home. Bradley was born September 16, 2004, at O'Bleness Hospital in Athens, Ohio, to Danny Metts and Nikki Rosser Metts.
Bradley was an inspiration to many. He was a model of perseverance and courage...
Levoy Lee Beckett
Sep 20, 2024
LeVoy “Lee” Quintier Beckett, went to her heavenly home on Friday, September 20, 2024. She was born August 19, 1931, in Ury, West Virginia to the late Frederick and Versa (Hall) Quintier. In addition to her parents, Lee is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Edward R. Beckett, Jr., brother-in-law, Sam Sirianni, sister-in-law, Pam Quintier, and...
Samuel Thomas Bennett, Sr.
Sep 18, 2024
Samuel Thomas Bennett, Sr. of Athens, born March 28, 1941, died September 18, 2024 at the age of 83 after a short battle with lung cancer.
Sam, known to most as Pap, was a huge supporter of Alexander Spartan Athletics, Ohio State football and the Cincinnati Bengals. Go Joe! His many hobbies included hunting, fishing, and spending time with all of...
Timmy Wayne Reed
Sep 18, 2024
Timmy Wayne Reed, 62 of Millfield, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his home. Born May 27, 1962 in Athens, he was the son of the late Richard Monroe and Thelma Jean Rutter Reed.
Timmy was a jack-of-all trades, with experience working in construction, on egg farms, and excavating. He loved to help others and would do anything to...
Darlene "Dolly" Reed
Sep 16, 2024
Darlene “Dolly” Reed
REEDSVILLE—Darlene “Dolly” Reed, 89, of Reedsville, OH, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at the Parkersburg Care Center.
She was born Aug. 3, 1935, in Reedsville, OH, daughter of the late Claude and Gladys Rockhold Smith. Dolly was a member of the Faith Full Gospel Church for 35 years, the former owner of Dolly’s...
Sandra Melott
Sep 16, 2024
Pomeroy - Sandra Melott, 66, of Pomeroy, died Monday, September 16, 2024 at Edgewood Manor in Lucasville, Ohio.
Born April 30, 1958 in Salem City, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Wilmer Logan and Lucille Tyson Shirey.
Sandra is survived by one daughter, Crystal (Robert) Erickson; two sons, Timothy Coleman and Jamie (Joanne) Coleman; eleven grandchildren, Cody, Ella, Isaiah, Katie, Josiah,...
Paul Gilbert Cunningham
Sep 14, 2024
Paul Cunningham
GUYSVILLE—Paul Gilbert Cunningham, 85, of Guysville, OH, passed away early Saturday morning on September 14, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
Paul was born on March 25,1939, in Logan, OH son of Uriah and Evalena (Watkins) Cunningham.
He owned Berwick TV and Satellite along with his sons Gary and Danny for over 50 years.
Paul proudly served in the United...
Edith Mary Russ
Sep 12, 2024
Edith Mary Russ (1928-2024)
EDITH MARY RUSS passed away Thursday September 12, 2024, nearly completing her 96th year of life. She was born September 23, 1928, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to William George and Edith Cairnes Ross. She grew up in the suburb of Somerton and in Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from...
Linda Rae Walls
Sep 10, 2024
Linda Rae Walls
Linda Rae Walls (Holland) passed away at the age of 82, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, after a brief illness.
Linda was born in Athens, Ohio on February 21, 1942, to James and Janice Holland and remained a lifelong resident. She graduated from Athens High School in 1960 and went on to attend business school in Columbus. She was...
Victoria E Jarvis
Sep 10, 2024
Victoria E. Jarvis
Victoria E. Jarvis, 90, of Stewart, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Victoria was born April 19, 1934 in Stewart, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Benson and Martha Vaness Davis.
Victoria retired from K-Mart in Fort Myers, Florida after many years. After retirement, Victoria spent several years traveling with her husband...
Robert Saylor
Sep 9, 2024
Robert Dale Saylor
February 23, 1957 - September 9, 2024
Robert Saylor, 67, of New Marshfield, Ohio died unexpectedly on Monday, September 9, 2024, at O’Bleness Hospital.
Robert was born on February 23, 1957, to the late Dale and Bula Saylor. He was a lifelong resident of New Marshfield. He was a graduate of Alexander High School and a retired employee of the...
Elizabeth Elaine Roush
Sep 8, 2024
Elizabeth Elaine Roush
Middleport - Elizabeth Elaine Roush, 78, of Middleport, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024 at her daughters home.
Born June 23, 1946 in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Arnold and Amelia Romano Latour. Elizabeth was very proud of her Native American ancestry. She was a graduate of Loretto Academy in Sault Ste Marie...
Clark E. Wilson
Sep 6, 2024
GLENVILLE—Clark E. Wilson, 73, of Glenville, WV passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, in Coolville, OH. He was born on May 9, 1951, in Parkersburg, WV to the late Lena Jackson and Dave Wilson.
He retired from Glenville State College after 35 years as a security guard. Clark was loved by many and was always willing to help anyone who...
Ralph Benton Wells
Sep 5, 2024
RACINE—Ralph Benton Wells, 75, of Racine, Ohio passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 28,1949, in Mason, WV to the late Chester and Dorothy Cole Wells.
He was a US Army veteran who honorably served his country during the Vietnam War.
Ralph is survived by his partner, Diann Wells; one daughter, Julie (Eddie)...
Krista Janine Bailey
Sep 5, 2024
COOLVILLE—Krista Janine Bailey, 50, of Coolville, Ohio passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at her residence. She was born on June 14, 1974, in Martinsburg, WV to the late Milliard and Geneva Shade Turner.
Krista is survived by her fiancé, Chester Lockhart; one daughter, Kaitlyn Bailey; two sons Justin Turner and Phillip Bailey Jr.; six grandchildren, Amora Collins, Sebastian Collins,...
Martha Lou Rieser
Aug 31, 2024
COOLVILLE—Martha Lou Rieser, 95, of Coolville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Arcadia Nursing Home. She was born on February 22, 1929, in Reedsville, OH to the late Benjamin and Hazel Martin Buckley
Martha is survived by her son, Ronald (Edna) Orr; two grandchildren, Teresa Wilburn and Kristopher Orr; two great-grandchildren, Abigail Wilburn and Jilian Wilburn; and several...
Michael John Hall
Aug 30, 2024
Coolville – Michael John Hall, 51, of Coolville passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at his residence.
Born February 25, 1973, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, he was the son of the Robert Hall and Wanda (Waggoner) Hatfield. Michael was a 1990 graduate of Warren High School and was an avid outdoorsman.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a daughter,...
Arthur Joe McGirr
Aug 30, 2024
LITTLE HOCKING—Arthur Joe McGirr, 68, of Little Hocking, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 6, 1956, in Parkersburg, WV to the late Arthur and Hazel Husk McGirr.
He was an avid sports fan who enjoyed spending time on his farm with his family and his beloved dog, Lucy.
Arthur is survived...
Charles Corbitt Lewis
Aug 29, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved child, Charles Corbitt Lewis, who was taken from us too soon on August 29, 2024 at the tender age of 14. He brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with his kind heart, radiant smile, and boundless curiosity. Though his time with us was brief, the depth of love...
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