May 22, 2024

David Earl Hunter, born March 11, 1938, son of the late Mary Miller Hunter and William Earl Hunter and brother of Mary Darlene Hunter passed away peacefully at his home in Rosemount on May 22, 2024.  David is survived by his wife of 62 years Adelaide Castle Hunter; four children, David Earl Hunter II, Jatrice "Gigi" Castle (Randy), Cynthia...

May 19, 2024

Joyce Ann Monk, 67, of New Boston, passed away Sunday May 19, 2024 in Columbus. She was born April 16, 1957 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Billy (McCleese) Howell. She enjoyed antiqueing, going shopping and traveling with her friends. Joyce is survived by a son, Jeremy Monk and wife Miranda of Chillicothe; a sister, Linda Gilliam and...

May 18, 2024

Lois Jean King, 68, of Sciotoville, passed away Saturday May 18, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 17, 1956 in Portsmouth, a daughter of  Juanita (Baker) Craycraft and the late Richard Culver.

She was a member of Lakeside Community Church, a graduate of Glenwood High School and enjoyed crafting, but most of all,...

May 13, 2024

William "Bill" Hamm III

WHEELERSBURG – William "Bill" Hamm III, 64, of Wheelersburg, passed away Monday May 13, 2024. He was born March 23, 1960 in Portsmouth, a son of the late William Hamm Jr. and Lula Mae (Thompson) Hamm. He was a former insurance agent and a member of Wait's Baptist Church. Bill was a graduate...

May 10, 2024

Carl E. Felty, 89, of Wheelersburg, passed away Friday May 10, 2024 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth.  Carl was born in Portsmouth on May 3, 1935 to the late Nick and Chloe (Rollins) Felty. Carl worked at Detroit Steel in New Boston for 26 years.  After taking early retirement from the mill Carl went back to school and became...

May 4, 2024

Brian William Andrews was born on April 20, 1960, and passed away with his family by his side on Saturday May 4, 2024, at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth, Ohio.  He left behind a legacy of warmth and joy. Brian was the beloved child of the late Mary Helen Louise (Clark) Andrews and Frank E. Andrews. He is survived...

May 2, 2024

In loving memory of Phillip "Hurston" Waddell, age 73, passed away quietly at his home on Thursday, May 2, 2024.  Born January 24, 1951 in Ironton, Ohio, son of the late Noah and Elizabeth (Pierce) Waddell.  Hurston attended Green High School in Franklin Furnace.  For many years he worked at Portsmouth Iron and Metal Company.

Hurston is...

May 1, 2024

Waylon Michael Cordle, 18, of Wheelersburg, graduated to a better world, May 1, 2024, the day he passed away. He was born November 8, 2005 in Portsmouth, a son of Tara an Michael Cordle of Wheelersburg. He enjoyed playing baseball, loved music, was a big movie guy that enjoyed movies from the 80's and the 90's. He also liked...

Apr 26, 2024

Catherine Marie Campbell Keaton, beloved wife of Jeff Keaton, mother to Carla and Sarah Fannin, bonus mother to Jennifer Keaton, and loving grandmother to Isiah Richardson and Keaton Kelly, has gone to be with her Lord on April 26, 2024. Proceeding in her death are her parents, Robert and Betty Campbell and her beloved brother, William (Billy) Campbell. Sister-in-law,...

Apr 26, 2024

Christopher Dale Wolfe, 45, of McDermott, passed away Friday April 26, 2024 at his home.  He was born September 13, 1978 in Portsmouth to the late William F. Wolfe Jr. and Tamela Cooper-Wolfe.  Christopher was a 1997 graduate of Northwest High School and Scioto County J.V.S. He was a member of the Operators Union and Laborers.  He worked for...

Apr 25, 2024

Rickey A. Jenkins, 69, of Portsmouth, passed away Thursday April 25, 2024 at home. He was born April 21, 1955 in Portsmouth, a son of the late Ossie and Ruby (Adkins) Jenkins. He formerly worked for the City of Portsmouth Service Department. He loved to fish, hunt and was a well- known Beekeeper. Most of all he enjoyed spending...

Apr 24, 2024

Reatha Cole, 95, of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Rosemount Pavilion. She was born December 31, 1928 to the late Chester E. and Letitia (Blakeman) Delph.  Reatha was a faithful member of Twin Valley Baptist Church where she enjoyed singing in the choir.  She formerly worked at Williams Manufacturing Company, Mitchellace Factory and was a waitress...

Apr 23, 2024

Eddie Dean Conley went home to be with his Lord and Savior April 23, 2024 at the SOMC Hospice Center. He was born March 11, 1950 to the late Thelma and Ralph Conley of South Shore, Kentucky. He lived a very adventurous life. He retired from the railroad in 1988. He enjoyed taking his grandkids on four wheeler rides...

Apr 22, 2024

Athena Gracelyn Crespo, died Monday April 22, 2024 in Columbus from a liver and heart condition she had since birth.

She was the infant daughter of Nakisha Buck and Anthony Crespo of Portsmouth. Athena was born September 25, 2023. Besides her parents, she is survived by 5 brothers, Jerome Slusher, John Slusher, Jiraiya Slusher, Lorenzo Crespo and...

Apr 12, 2024

Janet May Giles, 78, of Portsmouth is finally pain free Friday April 12, 2024. She was born February 21, 1946, in Roswell, New Mexico, to Lt. Col. Frank J. and Vivian (Rhodes) Krones, USAF Retired.

She graduated high school in 1964 at Davenport, Washington, then she graduated with an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering from Shawnee State...

Apr 12, 2024

Teresa Lynn Cheek, 63, of Logan, Ohio began her journey home in God's loving arms on Friday, April 12, 2024 from the Embassy of Logan nursing home.  She was born July 2, 1960 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Raymond and Bethel Rowe of Sciotoville, Ohio.  She is survived by her brother, Virgil and Rachel Rowe of Lucasville, Ohio...

Apr 10, 2024

William P. Henderson, 78, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday April 10, 2024. He was born June 9, 1945 in Springfield, OH, a son of the late William M. Henderson and Annabel L. (Williams) Henderson. Bill was retired from International Harvester after 43 years service. He was an avid archer, enjoyed fishing and was a big time hunter. He loved...

Apr 10, 2024

Sharon Bauer, 74, of South Webster, passed away Wednesday April 10, 2024 at SOMC Hospice Center. She was born February 24, 1949 in Scioto County, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Helen (Edwards) Mault. She was a graduate of South Webster High School, and a member of the South Webster Bloom Township Ladies Auxillary for over 55 years....

Apr 9, 2024

Kenneth, "Ken," or "Kenny," Eugene Dunn, age 70, of Portsmouth, OH left this world in hand with celestial guides to the great cosmos as he crossed over to the other side to meet with his Lord and Savior, late Tuesday evening, April 9, 2024, in his home.  He is the son of Charles and Gwendolyn Dunn of Wheelersburg.  He...

Apr 7, 2024

Glen Elliott Murphy, 53, of New Boston passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Mt. Carmel St. Ann's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.  He was born July 20, 1970 to Janet Sue (Adkins) Holbrook and the late James Thomas Murphy.  Glen worked as a tree trimmer and loved climbing trees, being in the outdoors, exploring and fishing.  He also liked...