All Life Stories

Melody Ann (Jarvis) Morgan, 57, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018, in Hilton Head, South Carolina while on vacation with her family. She was born on September 28, 1960, in Wellston, Ohio, daughter of the late Alice (Jarvis) Lambert and Calvin Lambert, who survives.  Melody was a wonderful wife, mom, and grandma who enjoyed traveling, the beach, and spending time with her kids and grandkids. She could often be found shopping various yard sales, never letting a great deal...

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. - Proverbs 3:5 She was a simple, country girl. An animal lover. A free, fun-loving spirit, and an energetic, spunky soul. She always wore a smile. She loved to make you laugh. And she was adored by all her family and so many, manyfriends. This is Elizabeth Desiree Wine, 17, of McArthur, who unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, June 7, 2018, at Hocking Valley Community Hospital in Logan. She was...

Mary L. Cardwell, 69, of Hamden, passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born on February 2, 1949, in Vinton County, Ohio, daughter of the late Paul B. and Violet R. (Nixon) Bay. Despite her disability, Mary was a very active person. She played kick ball, the 12-string guitar, crocheted, and mowed grass. She never let her disability keep her down. She was a fun-loving person who enjoyed playing cards, drinking Pepsi and coffee, eating ice...

Ballard Thacker, 76, of McArthur, passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 26, 1941, in Pikeville, Kentucky, son of the late John Dewey Thacker and Isabelle (Coleman) Thacker. Ballard was a very hard worker whose priority was providing for his family. He retired from Austin Powder Company in 2007 after 38 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, Ohio State football and his Cincinnati Reds. A member of the Columbus Primitive Baptist...

Arthur Harold Mulhern, 54, of Vinton County, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2018, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born on June 10, 1963, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Martha (West) Mulhern. Harold was a very hard worker whose number one priority was providing for his family. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed hunting and farming along with his pet dogs. Even though he could be a bit stubborn at times, Harold was always willing to extend a helping hand to anyone in...

Cathy S. Moore, 54, of Wellston, passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born on March 6, 1964, in Oak Hill, Ohio, daughter of the late Clyde Moore and Betty (Halterman) Rasp. Cathy was a wonderful person who greatly enjoyed cooking, taking care of her kids and grandkids, and listening to rock and roll music. She loved catfishing, camping, and sitting around the fire sharing stories of times past with her beloved family and friends. She will be...

Lewis Wesley Harper, 82, of Pomeroy, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Arbors of Pomeroy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on December 27, 1935, in Gallipolis Ferry, West Virginia, son of the late Ira Cecil Harper and Ruth Beatrice (Gardner) Harper. Lewis was a veteran of the United States Navy. Having served in the Korean War, he was a recipient of the National Defense Service Ribbon, the Navy Occupation Service Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He was a member of...

Kathy Louise (Muncy) Riddle, 62, of Jackson, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at her home following an extended illness. She was born on February 14, 1956, in Wellston, Ohio, daughter of the late Harold Muncy and Madelyn (Rafferty) Muncy, who survives. Kathy worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for 23 years and attended End Time Harvest Church. In addition to her mother, Kathy is survived by her husband of 44 years, John Riddle; two sons, Jason Riddle and John (Robin) Riddle; two...

Fresia Elena Morrison, 95, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. She was born on February 22, 1923, in Chile, South America, daughter of the late Juan and Bernedetta (Bugueno) Heuritt. Fresia made the United States her home and gained her citizenship at the young age of 20. A Roman Catholic by faith, she was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Wellston. She enjoyed crocheting and word searches, but most of all, she loved...

Stephen E. Walton, 63, of Stockport and Wellston, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 after a battle with cancer. He was born on November 8, 1954, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late William and Frances (Fraley) Walton. Steven was a very hard worker and recently retired after 38 years of dedicated service to his job in Stockport. He enjoyed fishing and watching football. He greatest joy in life came from being there for and spending time with his sons, and grandchildren. He is...