Jan 3, 2023

Paul R. Riffe, 71, of Franklin Furnace, passed away Tuesday January 3, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 16, 1951 in Ashland, KY, a son of the late Paul E. and Imogene (Arthur) Riffe. He was a former mechanic and had worked for O'Reilly Auto Parts and Harold's Garage. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and most of all,...

Jan 2, 2023

Richard Ray Jordan, 72, of Wheelersburg passed away January 2, 2023. Richard was a former Equipment Operator. Cremation arrangements are being provided by D.W. SWICK FUNERAL HOME in Wheelersburg.

Jan 1, 2023

Kathie Sue Spears, 68, of Batavia, passed away Sunday January 1, 2023. She was born May 10, 1954 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late James and Rosemary (Hook) Darby.

She was a 1973 graduate of Wheelersburg High School, enjoyed painting, ceramics and working puzzles. She loved taking care of everyone, especially her children and grandchildren. Kathie...

Dec 31, 2022

Roselle "Rosie" Russ, 54, of South Webster, passed away Saturday December 31, 2022 at Southern Ohio Medical Centers Emergency Room. She was born April 28, 1968 in Portsmouth, a daughter of Jewell (Rawlins) Reed of South Webster and the late Stanley Reed. She enjoyed hunting for wild mushrooms, going fishing and playing bingo. She loved spending time with her...

Dec 30, 2022

Mark Anthony Buffington, 60, of Rubyville passed away Friday December 30, 2022 in Neenah, WI. He was born October 30, 1962 in Portsmouth, a son of Janet (Fry) Buffington and the late Jack Buffington. Mark was a 1980 graduate of Clay High School, enjoyed rebuilding old cars with his brother-in-law and spending time with his family who he loved...

Dec 29, 2022

Cynthia Perry, born in Portsmouth, Ohio and loving mother to Carl Ratcliff and Jessica Rae Perry, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2022 with family by her side at Southern Ohio Medical Center. She leaves behind a mother, Janet Cronin; siblings Kenny Cronin (Vickie), Rebecca Cronin Jones (Blair), Christopher Cronin, Jenny Cronin King (Mark), Ben Cronin (Julie), and Allyson...

Dec 25, 2022

Minnie K. Adams Age 82 of Wheelersburg passed away Sunday December 25th, 2022, at SOMC.  She was born October 14, 1940, in South Webster, a daughter of the late William and Edna (Kelly) Simmering. Minnie was a homemaker. She loved to work in her garden and feed the birds.

Minnie is survived by a son, Jeff Adams...

Dec 16, 2022

Cynthia Webb, 69, of Scioto Furnace, passed away Friday December 16, 2022. She was born July 7, 1953 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late John and Cynthia (Butler) Lockhart. She was a retired janitor from the Minford School District, a member of the Church of the Harvest in Burlington since 2000, enjoyed fishing, crafts, needle point and sewing....

Dec 16, 2022

John T. Griffiths, 72, of Franklin Furnace, passed away Friday December 16, 2022 at Kings Daughter's Medical Center in Ashland, KY. Arrangements are pending at D.W. SWICK FUNERAL HOME in Wheelersburg.

Dec 16, 2022

Mary Adkins, 85, of Wheelersburg, passed away Friday December 16, 2022 at Best Care in Wheelersburg.

She was born March 10, 1937 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Jay Carl and Bessie (Greene) Moore. She was a retired Deli Clerk having worked at both Krogers in Wheelersburg and Portsmouth. She was a 1955 graduate of Wheelersburg...

Dec 13, 2022

Jerry Bruce Osborn, 84, of South Webster passed away Tuesday December 13, 2022. He was born December 21, 1937, a son of the late Howard and Blodwin (Conkey) Osborn. Jerry was a 1955 graduate of South Webster High School. He loved to work with his horses and building horse drawn sleds and buggies. Most of all he loved spending...

Dec 11, 2022

David Joshua "Josh" Charlton, age 33 of Lucasville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was born on May 5, 1989 in Portsmouth, Ohio to David and Brenda Charlton of Lucasville, Ohio. He was a 2007 graduate of Valley High School. He is preceded in death by his...

Dec 10, 2022

Craig Olan Bias, 64, of Portsmouth passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022.  He was born in Portsmouth, July 25, 1958 to the late Carl Otis Bias and Charlotte Louise (Ruark) Bias.  He was a 1976 graduate of Portsmouth High School.  Craig was retired from the Norfolk and Southern Railroad after 22 years of service.  He attended Christ's United Methodist...

Dec 9, 2022

Charles "Chucky" Gill, 46, of New Boston passed away at his residence on December 9, 2022.  He was born May 26, 1976, in Portsmouth, to the late Charles and Linda Gill.  "Chucky" enjoyed mudding, four-wheeling, hunting and outdoor activities.  He excelled in being a mechanic.  He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family.

"Chucky" is survived...

Dec 5, 2022

Mary L. (Mowery) Snyder

Age 92, of Portsmouth, passed away Monday, December 05, 2022, at SOMC Hospice Center.   Because of her unwavering faith and trust in Jesus Christ, she is now in her heavenly home with her Lord and loved ones who were waiting with open arms to greet her.  Mary was born March 6, 1930, to...

Dec 2, 2022

Ranie Justice, 92, of Sciotoville passed away peacefully on Friday December 2, 2022. She was born January 13, 1930 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late John and Dovie (Gillium) Sparks. She was the oldest member of Union Freewill Baptist Church where she held many different offices thru out the years. She was a 1948 graduate of Minford High...

Nov 30, 2022

Alta Mae Luther Age 91, of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth.  She was born January 6, 1931, in Portsmouth to the late George and Elizabeth (Stiles) Huston. Alta attended Camp Bennett Christian Baptist Church.  She loved to work in her flower garden and was especially fond of her roses.  She loved...

Nov 28, 2022

Age 81, of Portsmouth passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at Kings Daughters Ohio.  She was born March 19, 1941, in Portsmouth, Ohio.  Bonnie was a 1959 graduate of Portsmouth High School.  She retired from AEP where she worked as a customer service representative.  Bonnie loved to read and cook and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.  She...

Nov 27, 2022

Trevelyn Ramona Seibert, 84, of Wheelersburg, passed away Sunday November 27, 2022. She was born January 22, 1938 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Thompson) Roe. She attended Christ Sanctuary, loved flowers and caring for her family. Trevelyn is survived by her husband, Earl Seibert; three sons, Stan Seibert and wife Jean, Dave Seibert and...

Nov 24, 2022

Jeanne Lynn (Bell) Jordan, our loving mommy, grandma, great-gamma, sister, aunt and friend, passed away Thursday November 24, 2022 at Southern Ohio Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 18, 1952 to the late Clyde and Virginia Bell. Jeanne is survived by her two children, Jenny Rebecca (Becky) Perdas and husband Scott of Sciotoville, Adam...