Dec 27, 2023

Melvin Richard Skaggs Sr. "Dicky", 66, of Portsmouth, passed away Wednesday December 27, 2023 at his home.  He was born on June 24, 1957 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Henry C. and Myrtle Wylodyne (Moore) Skaggs.  Melvin enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He loved making art.  Melvin loved his grandchildren and he loved taking care of them.  Melvin enjoyed...

Dec 26, 2023

Doris Eleanor (Ervin) Scaggs, born September 15, 1932, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 26, 2023 at 91 years old. It is impossible to sum up Mom's life in just a few words, but I can say that she was hardworking, loving, and giving; the best mother to all of her seven children. Mom shared her love...

Dec 13, 2023

Douglas R. Sommer, 75 of So. Webster and formerly of Jackson, OH passed away at home unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.  He was born on October 29, 1948 to the late Homer R. and Addie (Maynard) Sommer in Portsmouth, OH.  Doug was a 1966 graduate of South Webster H.S. and was Captain of the Basketball Team in 1965-66.  ...

Dec 12, 2023

Saylor Mae Holbrook, infant daughter of Chance and Anna Estep Holbrook passed away at birth on Tuesday December 12, 2023 at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Besides her parents, Saylor is survived by a sister, Sophia Holbrook; grandparents, Kenny and Amy Estep of Wheelersburg, Anthony and Amanda Holbrook of Wheelersburg; great-grandparents, Teresa and Charles Baumgardner of South Point, Richard and Leslie...

Dec 10, 2023

James David Young Sr, 62, of Portsmouth, passed away December 11, 2023 at Southern Ohio Medical Centers emergency room. He was born November 6, 1961 in Portsmouth, a son of Judith (Welty) Sexton of Portsmouth. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a graduate of Portsmouth High School, enjoyed fishing and woodworking. James is survived by his wife of 42...

Dec 9, 2023

William G. "Bill" Stephan, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 9, 2023 at the SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth, OH. He was born on January 11, 1931 in Atlanta, GA. He proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1948 until 1972, serving in a supporting role during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He retired...

Dec 6, 2023

Karen Sue Slack, 57, of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at her home.  She was born August 1, 1966 to the late Perry Ray and Francis Jane (Neal) Munnion in Portsmouth.  Karen is a 1984 graduate of Portsmouth East High School.  She loved boating, camping and taking vacations with her family.  She especially loved spending time outdoors...

Dec 4, 2023

Sharon E. Reinhardt, 66, of Minford passed away Monday, December 4, 2023 at her home.  She was born May 2, 1957 in Columbus, GA to the late James Orville and Nona (Ingledew) Gibson.  Sharon worked at SOMC as a Registered Nurse until she retired after 40 years of serving the community.  Sharon was fiercely indepenent known for her firey...

Dec 3, 2023

Sally Darlene Simmering, 79, of Rubyville passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023 at her home.  She was born August 15, 1944 in Portsmouth to the late Roy and Cynthia Myrtle (Sloas) NewKirk.  Sally loved to play video games, her favorite was Animal Crossing.  She also enjoyed watching television.  Sally knitted and crocheted.  She loved cooking for her family, especially...

Nov 29, 2023

Charles Brandon Michael Young, 41, of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Adena Medical Center in Waverly.  He was born August 5, 1982 to William Michael and Karen Sue (McGuire) Young. Chuck had a big heart and loved to make people happy.  He had a large following on his TikTok account.  He loved writing poetry and baking. ...

Nov 26, 2023

James Ray Reed, 60, of Portsmouth passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023 at his home.  He was born June 29, 1963 to the late James and Clara (Barry) Reed.  James was a mechanic and loved building engines for cars.  He especially loved spending time with his family.

James is survived by a daughter, Jamie Reed of Minford;...

Nov 25, 2023

David Lee Conley, 67, of Sciotoville passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  He was born March 23, 1956 in Portsmouth to the late William and Betty (Bryan) Conley.  He was a 1975 graduate of Portsmouth East High School and was an avid Nascar fan.

David is survived by two sons, Billy...

Nov 25, 2023

Hobson Overton Jr., 67, of Portsmouth passsed away Saturday November 25, 2023 at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth.  He was born September 6, 1956  to the late Hobson Green Overton and Opal (Roe) Overton.  He loved fishing and hunting. He also loved working, laying carpet, painting, and roofing among other things.  He loved his family and was most...

Nov 22, 2023

Margaret Sarah Leach, 88, of Wheelersburg passed away Wednesday November 22, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born February 6, 1935, a daughter of the late Leslie and Florence Sapp. She was also preceded in death by her husband , William "Bill" Leach whom she married on June 5, 1952. She was a member of...

Nov 20, 2023

ESTHER LENORE HINCHMAN, 108, of Berkeley Springs, WV, formerly of Davin, WV, died at home Nov. 20. Born Esther Johnson on Dec. 31, 1914 in Pike County, KY to Garfield Johnson and Cumi Tackett Johnson, she was the tenth of thirteen children. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Woodrow Hinchman, her brothers...

Nov 19, 2023

Mary Janet Craft, 82, of New Boston, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 at River Run Health Care Center in Franklin Furnace.  She was born in Brown County, Ohio on April 12, 1941 to the late James H. and Catherine E. (Lawson) Callender.  Janet was a member of the North Moreland Christian Baptist Church for 33 years.  She worked...

Nov 19, 2023

Roger Lee Fraley, 84, 0f Portsmouth, passed away Sunday November 19, 2023 at his residence. He was born August 6, 1939 in Scioto County, a son of the late Eve and Hattie Fraley. He enjoyed bowling, walking around town and loved his dogs. Roger is survived by four nieces and nephews, Theodore Fraley, Peg Fraley, Daryl Fraley and Barbara...

Nov 17, 2023

Katherine Beach, 54, of South Shore, KY passed away Saturday November 11, 2023. Private services were provided by the D.W. SWICK FUNERAL HOME in New Boston.

Nov 16, 2023

Barbara Carver, age 87, of Portsmouth, passed away Thursday November 16, 2023 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth. She was born November 12, 1936 to the late Russell Sparks and Lexie (Edwards) Sparks.

Barbara enjoyed coloring on her ipad, watching and cheering the Braves and Indians, and she loved hummingbirds.

Barbara is survived by a son,...

Nov 15, 2023

John Raymond Fenton, of South Webster, was the ninth of twelve children born on November 24, 1936 to the late Cora (Aeh) and Ed Fenton. He was a life long Jeep that could be seen in Amen Corner at all home basketball games as well as other sports. There is nothing that made him happier than cheering on his...