Obituaries

James "Scott" Smith

Jun 12, 2025

James Scott SmithJanuary 29, 1955 - June 12, 2025

West Portsmouth Resident

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James Scott Smith, 70, of West Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away at Southern Ohio Medical Center on June 12, 2025.

Born on January 29, 1955, Scott was the beloved son of the late Charles Emory Smith and Patricia Ann Smith. A proud native of Portsmouth, Scott...

Jerome Tomasheski

Jun 9, 2025

Jerome Tomasheski

March 29, 1960 - June 9, 2025

McDermott Resident

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerome Tomasheski, who left us peacefully on June 9, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on March 29, 1960, in Camden, NJ, Jerome was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend whose spirit touched...

Harvey Ruel

Jun 6, 2025

Harvey A. RuelJanuary 22, 1950 - June 6, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

United States Army Veteran Vietnam Conflict

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Harvey A. Ruel passed away Friday June 6, 2025, at SOMC Hospice Center. He was born January 22, 1950 along with his twin sister, Barbara.

Harvey was a "Gentle Soul". He was kind to everyone and everyone said he had...

Patricia Burchett

Jun 3, 2025

Patricia "Pat" Ann (Nee Guilkey) Burchett

Hillsboro resident (formerly of Scioto County)

August 26, 1941 - June 3, 2025

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Patricia "Pat" Ann ( at Nee Guilkey) Burchett, 83 years old, Hillsboro resident, formerly of Scioto County, our beloved matriarch has gone onto Heaven, peacefully at home, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

She is survived by her loving husband of sixty seven years,...

Lori Smith

Jun 3, 2025

Lori Smith

October 25, 1968 - June 3, 2025

McDermott Resident

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lori Smith, who left us on Tuesday June 3, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on October 25, 1968, in Portsmouth, Ohio. Lori served others as a dedicated case manager in the Medicaid and...

Deborah Bell

Jun 3, 2025

Deborah Sue (Nee: Ratliff) Bell

January 30, 1959 - June 3, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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Deborah Sue Ratliff Bell, age 66, resident of Portsmouth, OH, passed away peacefully in the early hours on June 3rd, 2025.

Born January 30th, 1959, in Portsmouth, OH. Deborah was the 4th child of Ray and Louise Ratliff and had 5 other siblings. She graduated from Portsmouth High...

Christine Matthews

Jun 2, 2025

Christine M. Matthews

December 18, 1946 - June 2, 2025

Hillview Resident

FC Daehler MortuaryIt is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christine Marie Matthews who left us on June 2, 2025 at the age of 78. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, whose warmth, kindness, and love touched the lives of all who knew...

Brenda Bentley

May 30, 2025

Brenda K. Bentley

July 29, 1949 - May 30, 2025

West Portsmouth Resident

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Brenda Bentley Brenda K. Bentley, July 29, 1949 - May 30, 2025, West Portsmouth resident FC Daehler Mortuary It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda K. Bentley, age 75, who left us on May 30, 2025. Born on July...

Virginia Sisco

May 25, 2025

Virginia B. Sisco

June 17, 1931 - May 25, 2025

Scioto County Resident formerly of New Jersey

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Virginia B. Sisco, widow of Richard Freeman Sisco (husband of 48 years), passed away May 25, 2025 at Courtyard Assisted Living in Wheelersburg, OH. A native of New Jersey where she lived most of her life, Virginia was born in Riverside, NJ, and a...

Joan Powell

May 24, 2025

Joan Powell

September 17, 1934 - May 24, 2025

Wheelersburg Resident

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Joan Powell, 90, a lifelong resident of Wheelersburg, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at Concord Nursing Home.

Born and raised in Scioto County, Joan graduated from Portsmouth East High School in 1952.

She went on to dedicate many years of service as a school bus driver for Wheelersburg Schools, becoming...

Anita Pollock

May 23, 2025

Anita Carol Pollock

April 20, 1942 - May 23, 2025

Lifetime Scioto County Resident

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Anita Carol Pollock, a beloved teacher, mother, and wife, who left us peacefully on May 23, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on April 20, 1942, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Anita was a lifelong resident of...

Michael Gilpin

May 22, 2025

Michael Gilpin

February 20, 1945 - May 22, 2025

Lucasville Resident

United States Army Veteran

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Michael Gilpin, 80, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, in Chillicothe, Ohio, after an extended illness. Born on February 20, 1945, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Michael lived a life marked by service, faith, and devotion to those around him.

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Kathleen "Kathy" Wiegers

May 22, 2025

Kathleen "Kathy" Ann Wiegers

May 13, 1948 - May 22, 2025

Resident of Portsmouth

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Kathleen "Kathy" Ann Wiegers, born on May 13, 1948, in Gallipolis, Ohio, took her final bow on May 22, 2025. A cherished mother and grandmother, Kathy's heart beat in rhythm with the laughter of her beloved granddaughters and son. She poured her love into every garden she...

Bryan Timberlake

May 22, 2025

Bryan "Boo" Douglas Timberlake

October 2, 1959 - May 22, 2025

Resident of South Shore, Kentucky

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Bryan "Boo" Douglas Timberlake, 65, of South Shore, Kentucky, died May 22, 2025, at Southern Ohio Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jenny Timberlake; his parents, S. Jack and Elizabeth "Libby" Timberlake; mother-in-law Lois Euton; and brother, Jackie Timberlake.

He is survived by...

Angelica Short

May 20, 2025

Angelica Short

December 5, 1996 - May 20, 2025

Resident of Myrtle Beach, SC

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Angelica Marie "Jelli" Short, 28 years old of Myrtle Beach, SC, passed away unexpectedly on May 20th, 2025. She was born on December 5th, 1996.

Angelica's passions were cooking and doing makeup, she could make just about anything taste amazing and she herself always had to look amazingly...

Sarah Parker

May 17, 2025

Sarah J. Parker

May 26, 1937 - May 17, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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Sarah J. Parker, 87, of Portsmouth, OH passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 17,2025 while vacationing at her 'happy place' in sunny Naples, FL. She was born to the late Wilson 'Brownie' and Elizabeth (Nunley) Smith on May 26, 1937 in KY. Sarah grew up on the Smith Family...

Nathaniel Curtis

May 15, 2025

Cpl. Nathaniel Edward Curtis

September 24, 2001 - May 15, 2025

Portsmouth Resident -Deployed in Okinawa, Japan

United States Marine Corporal

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It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that we announce the passing of Cpl. Nathaniel Edward Curtis on Thursday, May 15, 2025, a beloved son, devoted husband, and distinguished United States Marine. Nathaniel was...

Jennifer Whittier

May 9, 2025

Jennifer "Renay" Whittier

December 31, 1966- May 9, 2025

Portsmouth, OH

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It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Jennifer "Renay" Whittier, who passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on December 31, 1966, in Portsmouth, Ohio. Renay was a bright light in the lives...

Randall Logan

May 7, 2025

Randall Logan

August 16, 1970 - May 7, 2025

Portsmouth Resident

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Randall Logan, who left us on May 7, 2025, at the age of 54. Randall was born on August 16, 1970, in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he also made his home until his final days. He was a beloved brother,...

Michael Staggs

May 5, 2025

Michael T. "Baby Hughie" Staggs Sr.

December 15, 1966 - May 5, 2025

Portsmouth, Ohio

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael T. "Baby Hughie" Staggs Sr., who left this world on May 5, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on December 15, 1966, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Michael was a...