Aug 14, 2024

Rhonda Yuvonne (Ames) Horsley, aged 57, received her angel wings on August 14, 2024, in Chillicothe, Ohio. Born on July 22, 1967, Rhonda was a lifelong advocate for animals, a devoted evangelist, and a cherished voice within her community at Pilgrim Wesleyan Church.

Rhonda dedicated much of her life to animal rescue and advocacy, reflecting her deep...

Aug 13, 2024

Charles E. (Joe) Bender, 85 of Rigrish Addition passed away Tuesday August 13, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Joe was born December 22, 1938 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Pete and Hilda Bender.

He was the owner of the Union 76 Gas Station in New Boston and later retired as a mechanic...

Aug 10, 2024

Guy Stephen "Steve" Litz, 60, of Big Stone Gap, VA passed away Saturday August 10, 2024 at his residence. He was born September 10, 1963 in Ironton, a son of Mable Joan (Pieratt) Litz and the late Billy Otis Litz. He was a U S Army Veteran and worked in the maintenance department at Ridge Crest Nursing Home. He...

Aug 10, 2024

Richard Michael Nash, Sr., 73 of Franklin Furnace, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp and the United States Air Force, passed away August 10, 2024.

The son of the late Thomas and Estelle (Terrell) Nash.  Rick grew up in an Air Force family.  He was born August 19, 1950 in Biloxi, Mississippi.

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Aug 8, 2024

William Patrick "Pat" Cummings, 63, of Circleville passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at OSU James Cancer Center in Columbus. Pat was born, May 7, 1961 in Portsmouth to the late Willard and Joyce (Holbrook) Cummings.  He was a graduate of Glenwood High School in New Boston and retired from Jess Howard Electric after 18 years of service.  Pat...

Aug 7, 2024

Pamela McManus, 61, of Portsmouth, went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2024 at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth. Pamela was born August 24, 1962 in Portsmouth to the late Gary and Irene  (Weddington) Thompson. Pamela attended Cornerstone Nazarene Church, was a graduate of Wheelersburg High School and Scioto County Joint Vocational School. She enjoyed spending her...

Aug 6, 2024

Randy Charles Age 73, of South Webster, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at Rosemount Pavilion in Portsmouth. He was born August 22, 1952, in Portsmouth, a son of the late Epp Jr. and Barbara (Morrow) Charles. Randy loved farming and raising cattle, riding ATV's, attending family cookouts and taking camping trips.

Randy is survived by three...

Aug 5, 2024

Valerie Lynn Montgomery, 42, of Lucasville passed away Monday, August 5, 2024 at Adena Medical Center in Piketon.  She was born February 18, 1982 in Columbus to Timothy Montgomery and Brenda (Jackson) Montgomery.  Valerie liked to have a good time.  She liked to drive around and listen to music, she also liked going on camping trips and swimming.  Valerie...

Aug 3, 2024

Robert Lee Keibler, 93, of Portsmouth passed away at his home on Saturday, August 3, 2024.  He was born in Portsmouth to the late Ellis Clark Keibler and Addie Mae Dixon on February 27, 1931.  Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean War.  He was a member of the F&AM Portsmouth Aurora Lodge #48,...

Jul 28, 2024

Paul R. "Hawgie" Gaines, 66, of Portsmouth passed away peacefully at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth.  He was born June 1, 1958 to the late David and Linda (Newsome) Gaines in Portsmouth.  Paul loved racing, enjoyed racing go-carts and riding motorcycles.  Paul was a jokester and loved joking around with his children and nieces and nephews.  He loved his...

Jul 28, 2024

Muriel Kaut, 89, of Rosemount passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024 at her home.  She was born November 2, 1934 to the late Ardith and Hazel (Blythe) Edwards in Lawrence County, Ky.  Muriel loved to cook for her family, she loved to work in her garden and make paintings.  Most of all she loved spending time with her family....

Jul 21, 2024

Alice Elaine (Skaggs) Burchett, 77, of Minford passed away at her home on Sunday, July 21, 2024.  She was born January 1, 1947 to the late Ellis Skaggs and Janet (Tingler) Nance in Portsmouth.  Alice loved to crochet, she was also an excellent cook and loved baking.  Aside from taking care of her home she was a huge sports...

Jul 20, 2024

Julia Ferreira, 96, of Argillite, KY formerly of Brooklyn, NY, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024 at SOMC in Portsmouth.  Julia was born January 6, 1928 in Manhattan, NY to the late Augastine Tirado.  Julia loved to dance with her late husband Milton Ferreira.  She also loved to cook for her family, she loved to shop and Julia took...

Jul 20, 2024

Jackie B. Ober, 66, of Lucasville passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his home.  He was born June 7, 1958 in Portsmouth to the late John Ober Sr. and Wanda (Lore) Bruseau.  Jackie was a retired lumberjack. He also worked as a sandblaster for the painter's union.  He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and exploring the woods.  Jackie loved...

Jul 18, 2024

Uvon Bowen, 84, of Sciotoville, passed away Thursday July 18, 2024 at his residence. He was born February 7, 1939, a son of the late Clifford and Pheobe (Mollett) Bowen. He was a US Navy veteran and formerly worked at Dayton Foundry in the maintenance Department. He was a member of Camp Bennett Christian Baptist Church, enjoyed reading the...

Jul 17, 2024

Phyllis Jean Williams, 90, of Wheelersburg passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Hospice of Cincinnati, Christ Hospital.  She was born May 14, 1934, in Kenova, West Virginia to the late Beverly and Adrian (Huff) Ball.  Phyllis was a 1952 graduate of Portsmouth High School.  She started her career at Portsmouth Telephone Company and later worked as a secretary...

Jul 17, 2024

Brenda Kay Edwards, 65, of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at SOMC in Portsmouth.  She was born December 19, 1958 to the late Jim and JoAnn (Stroud) Waldeck.

Brenda is survived by two sons, Wayne Edwards and Keith Edwards both of Portsmouth.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jul 12, 2024

William Keith Vanderpool, 68, of Wheelersburg, passed away Friday July 12, 2024 at OSU Medical Center in Columbus. He was born September 1, 1955 in Portsmouth. He was a dedicated member of the Dry Run Church of Christ, serving faithfully as an Elder and treasurer. He loved deer hunting, playing golf, and was affectionately known as "The Toy Guy"...

Jul 11, 2024

Linda Lou Dowdy, 81, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, July 11, 2024, as she loved and praised him to the end. She knew at the end that she would see her loving Savior in heaven and family that she missed so dearly.  She was raised in Wheelersburg, Ohio. She enjoyed playing Bluegrass music and entertaining at...

Jul 10, 2024

Charles Eugene Dunn, 88, of Wheelersburg passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth.  Charles was born on August 23, 1935 to the late Floyd and Ethel (Whetstone) Dunn in New Boston.  Charles retired after over 40 years of service at Empire Detroit Steel and after retirement took a job with the EPA in the...