Jan 21, 2024

Catherine Louise Knox Halterman, 56, of Wellston, passed away on January 21, 2024, at the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born February 17, 1967, in Laurelville, Ohio, daughter of the late Owen and Patsy (Shrider) Knox. Cathy was a big fan of Ohio State. She loved Mickey Mouse and regularly teased “that was her man.” She enjoyed...

Jan 17, 2024

Loving. Feisty. Thoughtful. These are but a few words that describe Sharon Ann Jordan, 74, of Wellston, who passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at her home. She was born November 24, 1949, in Wellston, Ohio, daughter of the late Raymond E. Collins and Ruth (Warner) Collins. Sharon attended Grace Baptist Fellowship in Wellston and was a hostess...

Jan 16, 2024

Lyndsey Brooke Channell, 31, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born July 7, 1992, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of Arthur Kent Channell, Jr and Shelley Brooke King, who survive. Lyndsey was a bright young lady who had a huge heart. She was very loving and kind to...

Jan 12, 2024

Joseph E. Sexton, Sr., 85, of Wellston and formerly of Marion, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024, at his home. He was born March 7, 1938, in Carter County, Kentucky, son of the late Raleigh and Flora (Staggs) Sexton. In a turn of unfortunate events, Flora passed away when Joe was only two years old. He was cared...

Jan 10, 2024

Lane O. Graves, Jr., 81, of McArthur, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at his home. He was born September 17, 1942, in Allensville, Ohio, son of the late Lane and Dora (Morris) Graves. Lane retired from the Mead Corporation in 2005 after 18 years but spent his life working many other jobs including Adelman Lumber, Austin Powder,...

Jan 8, 2024

Roger W. Johnson, 89, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at his home. He was born June 13, 1934, in Jackson, Ohio, son of the late Paul and Frances (Bondret) Johnson. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a hard worker who loved farming and taking care of his family....

Jan 4, 2024

Carol Ann Gardner, 76, of Ray, Ohio passed away peacefully on Thursday morning January 4th 2024.

Carol was born on April 14th 1947 in Columbus, Ohio to Frank and Ruth Griffiths, who preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her beloved Husband of 40 years, Trent W. Gardner, eldest son Michael...

Jan 4, 2024

Brenda Lee Williams, 54, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born December 29, 1969, in Oak Hill, Ohio, daughter of the late Allen Roy Goheen and Mona (Jarvis) Patterson, who survives. Brenda was a loving person who enjoyed caring for her family and home. She enjoyed watching...

Jan 3, 2024

An infectious laugh. A curious mind. A thoughtful and eager conversationalist. At the very least, these traits merely describe Kelson Copas, but at the very most, they evoke a precious memory of a bright and brilliant soul who blazed a trail which only few could ever follow.

Kelson Todd Copas, 28, of Wellston, passed away on Wednesday,...

Dec 29, 2023

Michael Wright, 66, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023, at the Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth. He was born February 2, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, son of the late Hassell and Myra (Hall) Wright. Michael was a 1975 graduate of Wellston High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was...

Dec 16, 2023

Everett T. Coy, 72, of Hamden, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. He was born August 25, 1951, in Marion, Ohio, son of the late Allison and Dorothy (McCumber) Coy. Everett proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army and retired from Caudill Chipping in McArthur after...

Dec 3, 2023

Judy Irene Ousley Jarvis Havens, 72, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born February 20, 1951, in Vinton County, Ohio, daughter of the late Edward Ousley and Violet Irene Stapleton. Judy was the third generation of family who carried the middle name “Irene” and was a loving...

Dec 1, 2023

Tristan A. Steele, 24, of Zaleski, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023. He was born January 1, 1999, in Athens, Ohio, son of Keith Steele and the late Mary Yocum. Tristian was a 2017 graduate of Vinton County High School and was currently employed with DAM Construction as a paver operator, a skill he’s been honing since his...

Nov 10, 2023

Willis H. Ankrom, 86, of McArthur, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. He was born September 14, 1937, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Thomas M. and Wilma L. (Brown) Ankrom. He attended the Allensville Church of Christ in Christian Union. Willis was a very hard worker and spent...

Nov 4, 2023

Tamara “Tammy” M. Stevens, 41, of Beaver, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at her home. She was born December 7, 1981, in Logan, Ohio, daughter of Kevin Disbennett and Robin Eveland Cramblit, who survive. Tammy was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. She enjoyed being outdoors, taking car rides, cooking, and traveling. An Ohio State Buckeye...

Oct 28, 2023

Melvin “Butch” Willard Hill, 69, of Wellston, passed away peacefully at his home on October 28, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease and a recent stroke. He was born April 1, 1954, to the late Mary and Wesley Perry at home in Wilkesville (Irish Ridge), Ohio. He graduated from Wellston High School in 1973 and was last...

Oct 27, 2023

Nancy Carolyn Isreal, 84, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Adena regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born December 21, 1938, in Athens, Ohio, daughter of the late Edward Bishop and Helen (Kirby) King. Nancy spent many years working at General Mills and was a devoted mother and grandmother. A lifetime member of...

Oct 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Kamryn Stuart Lane Belcher

Kamryn “Kam” Stuart Lane Belcher, 26, a resident of Wellston, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2023, due to an automobile accident. He was born May 16, 1997, and leaves behind a loving and endlessly devoted mother, Shannon Belcher Garrett; beloved grandparents (Nana & Dad), Debbie & Joe...

Oct 11, 2023

Jerry Mike Hudson, 76, of Vinton, Passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. He was born November 25, 1946, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Lester S. and Margaret (Howe) Hudson.

Jerry was a veteran of the United States Navy and a retired truck driver who enjoyed socializing with...

Sep 12, 2023

Emma J. Norris, 81, of Wellston, went to be with her Lord on September 12, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born March 6, 1942, in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, daughter of the late Willie and Allie (Prater) Hale. A Christian by faith, Emma has attended many local churches. She enjoyed reading and studying her Bible and watching...