Dec 10, 2022

Melvin Russell Nickell, 79, of McArthur, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at his home. He was born October 12, 1943, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Robert Henry Nickell and Ruth Irene Craig Nickell.  Melvin was drafted to the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He proudly served his country as a Specialist 4....

Nov 30, 2022

William Randolph “Bill” Heading, 86, of Londonderry, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at his home. He was born October 30, 1936, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late William Eugene and Helen Roberta (Cope) Heading. Bill enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his daughters, Debbie (Dave) Young,...

Nov 28, 2022

Sheila R. Tiller, 57, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was born September 3, 1965, in Pigeon Creek, West Virginia, daughter of the late Gail Tiller. Sheila enjoyed playing the piano, painting, and cooking. Most of all, however, she enjoyed spending time with her family.

She...

Nov 28, 2022

Carl Henry Caldwell, 58, of Wellston, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022. He was born March 29, 1964, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late Earl Caldwell and Eleanor McGinnis Caldwell, who survives. Carl was a “family man” who enjoyed making memories with his kids and grandkids. He loved hunting, fishing, cooking, watching T.V., and demolition derbies.

Nov 22, 2022

Elda Mae Parsons, 85, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at her home. She was born March 22, 1937, in Pike County, Ohio, daughter of the late Clarence Wood and Mary Elizabeth Finley. A Christian by faith, Elda attended Freedom Chapel Church in Wellston when her health permitted. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles, working in her...

Nov 12, 2022

Arthur Hill, 65, of Wellston, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. He was born January 21, 1957, in Jackson County, OH, son of the late Marshall E. Hill and Grace E. (Morris) Hill. Arthur was the youngest of 13 children.

Art is survived by his loving family:  daughters Julie...

Nov 3, 2022

Deborah I Howell, 63, of Bidwell, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis following a battle with cancer. Although it may seem that cancer won, Deb did indeed obtain victory through Jesus Christ. She was born January 15, 1959, in McArthur, Ohio, daughter of the...

Oct 31, 2022

Patrick B. Napper, 61, of Wilkesville, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. He was born June 2, 1961, in Wellston, Ohio, son of the late Kenneth Napper Sr. and Evelyn (Beuchner) Napper. Patrick was a graduate of Vinton County Highschool and Buckeye Hills Career Center building trades program. Patrick proudly...

Oct 26, 2022

Katherine Anita Chambers,65, of McArthur, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at her home. She was born January 24, 1957, in Pikeville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Roy and Ethel (Johnson) Perry.

In keeping with Anita’s wishes, her body will be cremated. No local services will be held.

A memorial service celebrating her life...

Oct 19, 2022

Sandra “Sandy” Marie Knox, 47, of McArthur, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born February 5, 1975, to Frank Cantrell, who survives and the late Phyllis Cantrell. Sandy was a 1993 graduate of Vinton County High School. She received her nursing degree from Hocking College....

Oct 18, 2022

Charlotte Darlene Kight, 86, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at Edgewood Manor Nursing Home in Wellston. She was born June 20, 1936, in Coalton, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Garnet (Estep) Norman. Charlotte spent most of her life as a homemaker working alongside her husband on the family farm. She enjoyed cooking, canning,...

Oct 6, 2022

Jayden Cole Scarberry, 14, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at his home surrounded by loved ones after being discharged on hospice care following a complicated hospital stay. He was born May 2, 2008, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of Jay and Ashley (McManis) Scarberry. Cole brought so much light and love during his 14 years on...

Sep 30, 2022

Roland M. Waugh, 79, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, September 30, 2022, at the Jenkins Memorial Nursing Home in Wellston, following a short illness. He was born May 25, 1943, in Jackson, son of the late Sam and Mary Hester Vittitoe Waugh. Roland retired from the Athens City School system as a custodian.

In keeping with...

Sep 23, 2022

Maxine H. (Long) Mossman, 96, of Oak Hill, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022, at her home following a short illness. She was born November 27, 1925, in Jackson County, Ohio, daughter of the late Glen and Lillian Long. Maxine retired from Kohl’s Retail store as a manager in Concord, California. She was also employed by the FBI....

Sep 19, 2022

Clarence “Charlie” O. Sheets, 75, of Byer, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022, at his home. He was born February 4, 1947, in Frankfurt, Ohio, son of the late Harry and Clara (Haddox) Sheets. Clarence retired from Bellisio Foods. He was a lover of Volkswagen vehicles and enjoyed watching tv and tinkering around the house fixing and repairing...

Sep 18, 2022

Jeffrey Lee “Jeff” Jayjohn, 57, of Londonderry, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. He was born August 23, 1965, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Willard A. and Janet (Wynn) Jayjohn. Jeff drove a truck for most of his life for both Jayjohn and Stewart Trucking companies. He enjoyed...

Aug 30, 2022

Selfless. Kind. Funny. Loving. These are but a few words that describe Janie Lynn Fannin, 53, of McArthur, who passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 1, 1968, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late William G. and Sarah Jane (Ward) Fannin. Janie was currently employed with the village of McArthur as...

Aug 29, 2022

Brenda Rose Jewell, 68, of Hamden, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2022, at her home. She was born February 18, 1954, in McArthur, Ohio, daughter of the late Dale and Cora (Jarvis) Turner. Brenda was a very kind soul who was well liked and respected by many. She spent many years working as a registered nurse for the...

Aug 28, 2022

Michael Allen Gilliland Depue, 55, of Jackson, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at his home. He was born January 19, 1967, in Oak Hill, Ohio, son of Nancy Gilliland and Marvin Depue. Mike loved fishing and hunting.

He is survived by his father and stepmother, Marvin, and Tonda Depue; brothers, David (Missi) Depue, James (Mandy)...

Aug 18, 2022

Ethan Fout, 19, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born May 16, 2003, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of Daniel and Karla (Collins) Fout. Ethan was a graduate of Vinton County High School and the Buckeye Hills Career Center. He was currently employed with Kokosing. An outdoorsman at...