Obituaries

Patricia Kitts

Patricia Kitts

Jan 16, 2026

Arrangements Pending

Dan Wells

Dan Wells

Jan 16, 2026

Dan Edward WellsJuly 14, 1954 - January 16,2026Portsmouth ResidentF.C. Daehler MortuaryDan Edward Wells, Wheelersburg resident, passed away on January 16th, 2026 at the age of 71 years He was born July 14th, 1954 to Edward and Wilhelmia (nee Smith) Wells in Portsmouth, OH.

Dan worked as an electrician for most of his life. He loved his Hamm radio, traveling, fishing,...

Brenda Hughes

Brenda Hughes

Jan 14, 2026

Brenda Karen HughesFebruary 8, 1953 - January 14, 2026Franklin Furnace ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryBrenda Karen Hughes, a beloved wife, mother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 14, 2026, at the age of 72. She was born on February 8, 1953, in Ashland, Kentucky, and spent her life nurturing the minds of young learners and creating a...

Robert Kennard

Robert Kennard

Jan 14, 2026

Robert KennardAugust 17, 1951 - January 14, 2026Longtime Lucasville ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryRobert Reed Kennard, 74, a long-time resident of Lucasville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born August 17, 1951, in Maysville, Kentucky, to the late Irene (Kirk) Kennard and Robert Harry Kennard, Bob was also preceded in death by his sister, Donna Kennard. Bob was a 1969...

Sarah "Shay" Litreal

Sarah "Shay" Litreal

Jan 13, 2026

Sarah "Shay" LitrealAugust 1, 1952 - January 13, 2026Wheelersburg, Ohio FC Daehler MortuarySarah "Shay" Litreal, born on August 1, 1952, in Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Wheelersburg, Ohio, at the age of 73. Shay was a beloved mother, cherished friend, and a spirited soul whose life was a tapestry woven with love, creativity, and a deep...

Jeffrey Lavender

Jeffrey Lavender

Jan 13, 2026

Jeffrey Dale LavenderApril 18, 1953 - January 13, 2026Scioto County ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryJeffrey D. Lavender, 72, of West Portsmouth, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at SOMC Hospice. Jeff was born on April 18, 1953, to the late Florence "Jean" (Maxey) Lavender and Charles "Bud" Lavender. He was a 1972 graduate of Portsmouth High School. Following graduation, Jeff proudly...

Pamela Martin

Pamela Martin

Jan 9, 2026

Pamela D. MartinSeptember 24, 1953 - January 9, 2026Wheelersburg ResidentF. C. Daehler Mortuary Co.

Pamela D. Martin, age 72, of Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026. Born in Portsmouth to Thurman and Velma (née Large-Seagraves) Martin, Pamela lived a life dedicated to her family and community. She worked as a cook at Bob Evans and Frisch's for most...

Randall Gerwig

Randall Gerwig

Jan 8, 2026

Randall "Randy" A. GerwigAugust 25, 1960 - January 8, 2026Portsmouth ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Randall "Randy" A. Gerwig, a beloved son, uncle, and treasured friend, who left us on January 8, 2026, at the age of 65. Randy, is a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, Ohio, was born on August 25, 1960,...

Deidra Fazzone

Deidra Fazzone

Jan 7, 2026

Deidra Irene FazzoneApril 17, 1985 - January 7,2026Portsmouth ResidentF. C. Daehler MortuaryDeidra Irene Fazzone, born on April 17, 1985, in Aransas Pass, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, in Portsmouth, Ohio, at the age of 40. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, Deidra will be cherished and remembered for her boundless love and generosity.Throughout her life, Deidra...

Donald Adkins

Donald Adkins

Jan 7, 2026

Donald E. AdkinsNovember 30, 1942 - January 7, 2026Portsmouth Resident formerly of Greenup, KYFC Daehler MortuaryIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald E. Adkins, who left us on January 7, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on November 30, 1942, in Grayson, Kentucky, Don lived a full life in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he was...

Michael Muhlbaier

Michael Muhlbaier

Jan 2, 2026

Michael Peter MuhlbaierSeptember 30, 1958 - January 2, 2026Scioto County ResidentF. C. Daehler Mortuary Co. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Peter Muhlbaier, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on January 2, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on September 30, 1958, in Gloucester City, NJ, Michael lived a life...

Gerald Bryant

Gerald Bryant

Dec 29, 2025

Gerald Raymond Bryant June 18, 1939 - December 29, 2025Greenup, Kentucky ResidentF. C. Daehler Mortuary Co.Gerald (Jerry) Raymond Bryant Dolley Logan, 86, of Greenup, Kentucky, born June 18th, 1939, in Belfast, Maine, passed away December 29th, 2025, at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth, OH. Jerry was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the 314 Artillery Battalion. He...

Jerry Franklin

Jerry Franklin

Dec 27, 2025

Jerry Thomas Franklin

September 18, 1941 - December 27, 2025

Scioto County Resident

FC Daehler Mortuary

Jerry Thomas Franklin, 84 years old, longtime Scioto County resident, went home to be with the Lord on December 27, 2025, at Piketon Nursing Center in Piketon, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.

Jerry was born on September 18, 1941, in Portsmouth, to the late Jesse and Ruby (Nee...

Eric Michael Preston

Eric Michael Preston

Dec 26, 2025

Eric Michael Preston 

November 14, 1976 - December 26, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

F. C. Daehler Mortuary Co. 

Eric Michael Preston, 49, of Portsmouth, passed away on December 26, 2025. He was born to Willard and Linda Preston, in Portsmouth on November 14, 1976. He was a husband and a father.

Eric is survived by his three children, Mikayla, Patric, and Bella Preston; his loving wife,...

Ronald Ramey

Ronald Ramey

Dec 26, 2025

Ronald Ramey January 13, 1931 - December 26, 2025Seymour, TN resident; formerly of Scioto County, OhioF.C. Daehler Mortuary

Ronald Ramey, former Scioto County resident, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2025, at the age of 94. Ronald was born on January 13, 1931, to his parents, Andrew and Dorothy (née Aeh) Ramey, in Portsmouth, Ohio.

Ronald...

Lon Porter

Lon Porter

Dec 25, 2025

Lon "Steve" PorterFebruary 19, 1950 - December 25, 2025Portsmouth ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryLon "Steve" Porter, age 75, passed away on December 25, 2025, in Portsmouth, Ohio. Born on February 19, 1950, in Portsmouth, William Franklin and Paula Nadine (Nee Boling) Porter.Steve graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1969 and dedicated his life to the trade he cherished. As a proud member...

David Hazelbaker

David Hazelbaker

Dec 25, 2025

David L. HazelbakerNovember 5, 1946 - December 25, 2025Portsmouth ResidentUS Army Veteran - Vietnam EraFC Daehler MortuaryDavid L. Hazelbaker, a resident of Portsmouth, Ohio, was born on November 5, 1946, and passed away on December 25, 2025, at the age of 79. A proud veteran, David served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era, dedicating 20 years of...

Harold Newsom

Harold Newsom

Dec 21, 2025

Harold "Pud" NewsomJanuary 17, 1945 - December 21, 2025Portsmouth ResidentUnited States Army VeteranFC Daehler MortuaryHarold "Pud" Newsom, 80, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He

was born January 17, 1945. He was a 1963 graduate of South Webster High School.

After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he served until 1969.

That same year, he married his...

Frederick Mershon

Frederick Mershon

Dec 17, 2025

Frederick Athol MershonFebruary 2, 1968 - December 17, 2025West Portsmouth ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryFrederick Athol Mershon, age 57, of West Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025. Born on February 2, 1968, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Fred was a beloved son, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many throughout his journey.A dedicated mason by trade, Fred spent many...

Rhonda Potter

Rhonda Potter

Dec 11, 2025

Rhonda Lee Manns PotterJune 2, 1963 - December, 11, 2025Portsmouth ResidentFC Daehler MortuaryRhonda Potter, a beloved daughter, devoted family member, and compassionate soul, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Portsmouth, Ohio, at the age of 62. She was born on June 2, 1963, to Hazel Mann, who survives her. Rhonda's warmth and kindness touched everyone she met, and her...