May 4, 2024

Beverly Sue Molihan, 77, of Wellston, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Edgewood Manor Nursing Home in Wellston. She was born April 7, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late James Ewing, Sr. and Doldie (Hughes) Ewing. She was the youngest of 11 children. Sue enjoyed playing bingo and games on her phone and online....

Apr 24, 2024

Larry Eugene Hamlin II, 39, of Dunbar, West Virginia and formerly of McArthur, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at his home. He was born July 7, 1984, in Athens, Ohio, son of the late Larry E. Hamlin and Brenda Lynn (Wright) Hamlin, who survives.

Larry was a very talented artist. He loved music of all...

Apr 17, 2024

John “Johnny” Richard Morgan, Jr., 64, of McArthur, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Grant Hospital in Columbus. He was born July 9, 1959, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late John Richard Morgan, Sr. and Dorothy Louise (Perry) Morgan. John was an appliance repair mechanic for many years having worked for Ray’s Appliance in Wellston....

Apr 2, 2024

Dorothy E. Schultz, 82, of New Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the Regional Medical Center in Springfield. She was born November 29, 1941, in Wellston, Ohio, daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Loudermilk) Norris. A Christian by faith, Dorothy was very patient, forgiving, and one of the most welcoming individuals you’d ever meet. She...

Mar 31, 2024

Kelli Ann Ward, 33, of Mason, Ohio, passed away, surrounded by family and loved ones on Sunday, March 31, 2024, following a brief hospital stay. She was born October 11, 1990, and raised in McArthur, Ohio, daughter of John and Linda Ward.

Throughout her life, Kelli made friends wherever she went, often forming bonds that would last...

Mar 10, 2024

Steven K. Smith, 68, of McArthur, was taken by the good Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. He was born January 7, 1956, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Donald and Geneva (Downs) Smith.

Steve was a 1974 graduate of Vinton County High School. He had an outstanding...

Mar 7, 2024

Mariah Beth Marcum, 33, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born September 8, 1990, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of Anthony Davis and Teresa (Canada) Davis. Mariah was a 2008 graduate of Vinton County High School.  She enjoyed music and dancing, flea market shopping, going to the...

Mar 3, 2024

Ernest J. Riffle, Jr., 69, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at his home. He was born September 28, 1954, in Jackson County, Ohio, son of the late Ernest J. Sr. and Ruby (Shifflet) Riffle. Ernest spent most of his life working in the lumber and timber industry. He enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and hunting, watching...

Feb 9, 2024

Betty Lou Hayslip, 68, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024, at her home. She was born June 24, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Alexander, Sr. and Viny (Kelly) Triplett. Betty enjoyed playing Bingo, fishing, and spending time with her family especially during the holidays when she would cook large meals for them.

Feb 7, 2024

James Edward Brooks, 87, of Zaleski, passed at 12:03 p.m. Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at his residence following an extended illness.

He was born April 27, 1936, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Theodore and Ella Clark Brooks.  He married the former Betty Malone who passed April 25, 2008.

Surviving are daughters, Sheila (Wayne) Tinker...

Jan 25, 2024

Harry Crabtree, Jr., 88, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at his home. He was born November 21, 1935, in Oak Hill, Ohio, son of the late Harry and Nora (Kuhn) Crabtree. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Korean War. He was past commander of the Jackson V.F.W., and past...

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,...