Terry Thacker, 71, of McArthur, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at his home. He was born on June 26, 1949 in Pikeville, Kentucky, son of the late Dewey John and Isabell (Coleman) Thacker. Terry proudly served his Country in the United States Army, and was a member of Mary Chapel United Baptist Church. He worked for the...
Martha Jane Perry, 79, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at her home. She was born on May 7, 1941 in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late Oather and Eleanor (Baker) Waldron. She married Ronald Perry on August 17, 1957 and they enjoyed 49 years of marriage. Martha was a lifelong homemaker and pastor’s wife who...
Lucinda Campbell, 38, of McArthur, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2020, following a brief illness. She was born on August 30, 1981, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Steven Scarberry and Jacqueline (Mitchell) Scarberry, who survives. Lucinda was a very kind person who would help anyone when they needed it. She enjoyed horses and harness racing, hunting...
Arlie E. Newberry, 87, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at the Hamden Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on October 29, 1932, in Clintwood, Virginia, son of the late Willie and Vaudney (Phipps) Newberry. Arlie was an accomplished poet and author not only having published a couple books throughout his life, but also written...
Miriam E. Holzapfel, 93, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020, at the Jenkins Care Community in Wellston. She was born on November 26, 1926, in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of the late George and Donna (Martin) Keim. Miriam was a strong, competent, “roll up your sleeves” type of lady who along with her husband, Andy, raised five...
A. Dale Neal, 74, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020, at his home. He was born November 30, 1945, in Gallia County, Ohio. He was married for 51 years to Carolyn Canter Neal. He was preceded in death by his parents Richard and Ernestine Neal; and brother-in-law, Dick Klinger.
Dale is survived by his...
Keith Franklin Molihan,77, of Vinton, Ohio, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on August 1, 2020, after a month-long battle with cancer. Keith was born October 2, 1942 to the late Paul Franklin Molihan and Geraldine (“Gerry”) Carr Molihan. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Keith was raised in Radcliff, Ohio along with his sisters Regina (“Jeannie”) Fagan and...
Rebecca Sue Saunders Farley, 36, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 13, 1983 in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of Douglas and Rowlena (Kimball) Saunders.
In addition to her parents, Rebecca is survived by her daughters, Hailey Cameron, Paris Gardner, Heaven Saunders, and Deavon Farley;...
Sean Preston Boggs, 27, of Glenroy, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at his home. He was born on November 12, 1992, in Gallia, Ohio, son of the late Duane Boggs and Melissa (Peace) Holley, who survives. Sean was a 2010 graduate of River Valley High School and was currently employed with Bellisio Foods in Jackson. Although Sean...
Kind. Good. Loyal. Gentleman. These are but a few words to describe Joseph E. Ramsey, 76, of Wellston, who passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020, at his home. He was born on September 11, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Charles E. “Singer” and Julia K. (Bellomy) Ramsey. Joe was a 1962 graduate of Wellston High...
Mary Elizabeth Skaggs-Jeffries, 85, of Albany, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020, at her home. She was born on December 11, 1934, in Lewis County, Kentucky, daughter of the late Carl and Daisy (Tackett) Holsinger. One of 21 children, Mary was a beautiful, warm-hearted individual who loved spending time with her many relatives and friends. She enjoyed crafting,...
Linda Sue Rinehart, 70, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2020, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. She was born on February 24, 1950, in Vinton County, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Ollie (Conley) Farrow. Linda was a wonderful person who always had a smile on her face. She was fun-loving, enjoyed teasing others...
Danny Kelley, 71, of Wellston, died on April 27, 2020, at his home. He was born on April 23,1949, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late John and Betty Kelley. Danny attended Pleasant View High School in Galloway, Ohio, and continued his education eventually obtaining his HVAC license.
He is survived by his children: Angela (Tim) Huston,...
Minnie Butts, 82, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at Ohio State University East in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on August 21, 1937, in Vinton County, Ohio, daughter of the late Walter F. and Lorena (Baker) Seitz. Minnie was a homemaker who took great pride in keeping her home and raising her children. She enjoyed...
Lawrence “Larry” L. Blessing, 82, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2020, at his home. He was born on February 26, 1938, in Letart, West Virginia, son of the late Benjamin and Wilda (Stewart) Blessing. Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army where he was a paratrooper. He formerly served as a volunteer firefighter...
Thomas L. Robinette, 73, of Glenroy, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at his home. He was born on August 20, 1946, in Pike County, Kentucky, son of the late Matt and Dolly (Maynard) Robinette, Jr. Thomas was a true man of God who enjoyed spreading the gospel message through preaching and singing. He had a natural way...
Counselor, mentor, friend, gentle, dependable, compassionate, devoted, strong, and funny, are but a few words that describe Elvie Lamar Gillem, 74, of Wellston, who passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020, at his home. He was born on April 27, 1945, in Minford, Ohio, son of the late John Harold and Vivian (Allen) Gillem. Elvie was very talented and...
Mary Louise Morgan, 78, of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on May 23, 1941, in Pikeville, Kentucky, daughter of the late Kermit and Draxie (Hall) Tackett. Louise was a small but feisty lady. She was an excellent gardener, canner, and cook, who primarily engaged in these...
Harold Dean Lambert, 65, of Gallipolis, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on May 8, 1954, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Lee and Virginia (Miller) Lambert. Dean was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Vietnam War. He was formerly employed...
Denise L. Iles, 64, of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2020, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. She was born on March 29, 1955, daughter of the late John and Maxine (Bane) Barker. Denise enjoyed gardening, cooking, and crafting. Most of all, she loved caring for others. She will be greatly missed.
She is...