Aug 12, 2022

David Lee DeLong, 62, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022, at his home. He was born May 22, 1960, in Oak Hill, Ohio, son of the late Jack and Ida (Thompson) DeLong. David was a 1978 graduate of Oak Hill High School and a proud veteran of the United States Army. He previously served on the...

Aug 11, 2022

Kayla Ann Floyd, 28, of Wilkesville, lost her battle with addiction on Thursday morning, August 11, 2022. She was born November 28, 1993, in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of Sherry (Floyd) Dalrymple and the late Sam Bevard, Jr. Kayla was a beautiful girl who loved the beach, her friends, and the color purple. She was a person you never forgot...

Aug 3, 2022

Evan Daniel “Danny” Perry, Sr., 60, of McArthur, passed away suddenly on August 3,2022, at O’Bleness Hospital in Athens. He was born April 5, 1962, in Athens, Ohio, son of the late Ronald Eugene and Martha Jane (Waldron) Perry.

He is survived by his sons, Evan Daniel Perry, Jr., and Clinton J. Perry; seven grandchildren; Danielle, Evan...

Jul 23, 2022

Roma Kay Nickels, 79, formerly of McArthur, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Violet Springs Assisted Living in Pickerington, Ohio. She was born November 13, 1942, in Chesapeake, Ohio, daughter of the late Thomas and Thelma (Henson) Swaim. “Tommie Kay” as she was affectionately known by family and friends, attended Marshall University obtaining a bachelor's degree in...

Jul 17, 2022

Gerald Leroy McKee, 79, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born March 1, 1943, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Raymond and Emma McKee. He retired from the Austin Powder Company in 2008 after 43 years of service. Gerald was a man...

Jul 7, 2022

Jeffrey Scott Graham, Jr., 34, of Hamden, was called home the evening of July 7th, 2022.

He was born August 31, 1987, in Gallipolis, Ohio, the first-born son of Jeffrey S. Graham, Sr. and Linda J. (Mulhern) Chesser. Jeffrey was employed by Logan Clay of Logan, Ohio.

Jeffrey is survived by his three children: Alexis...

Jun 3, 2022

Billy Eugene Ewing, 59, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2022, at his home. He was born July 19, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late James and Marilyn (Gilliland) Ewing. Bill was a fun-loving person who enjoyed fishing and hunting. He had a green thumb and a special knack for caring for plants and flowers....

May 27, 2022

Carroll Ray Cahoon, 94, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. He was born on November 2, 1927, in Jackson, Ohio, son of the late Giles and Lottie (Hill) Cahoon. Carroll was a veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Navy for three years; among other things,...

Apr 28, 2022

Phyllis A. Mullins, 66, of Vinton, left this world to her eternal home on April 28, 2022. She was born April 12, 1956, in Clintwood, Virginia, daughter of the late Burley and Lilly Mae (Mullins) Mullins. A Christian by faith, Phyllis was a member of Maggie’s Home Church in Dundas. Phyllis’ faith was greater than most people knew. She...

Apr 24, 2022

Rufus Eugene Orender, 51, of McArthur, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at his home following a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born August 14, 1970, in Millstone, Kentucky, son of the late Wayne and Alice Mae (Hughes) Orender. Eugene was a simple man who enjoyed his mustang and the great outdoors. He could often be found...

Mar 26, 2022

Barbara J. Kerr, 47, of Wellston, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, following an extended illness. She was born December 10, 1974, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Francis Eugene and Connie Sue (Exline) Thorne. Barbara was an ordained minister and attended the Church of God...

Mar 16, 2022

Kayla Elizabeth Caudill, 34, of Wellston, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born October 26, 1987, in Athens, Ohio, daughter of Timmy Caudill and Cheryl Bobo. Kayla was a 2006 graduate of Vinton County High School. She was a very caring person who loved animals. She had an...

Mar 11, 2022

Gloria Faye Rogers, 82, of Dundas, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022, at her home. She was born April 24, 1939, in Martin, Kentucky, daughter of the late Worlie and Virginia (Reffett) Case. Faye was the oldest of 13 children and very quickly became accustomed to helping rear her younger siblings. Having been born just after the great...

Mar 10, 2022

Helen Mae “Mickey” Young, 90, of Wellston, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Jenkins Assisted Living in Wellston. She was born August 19, 1931, in Jackson County, Ohio, daughter of the late Luther and Chloe (Vittatoe) Branscomb. Helen was a homemaker for most of her life. She loved her family very much and took great pride in...

Mar 4, 2022

Linda M. Brown, 64, of Wellston, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. She was born December 30, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of William and Elda (Matthews) Parsons, who survive. A Christian by faith, Linda attended World Outreach Church in Wellston when her health permitted. She enjoyed shopping,...

Mar 4, 2022

Aimee Jessica Caudill, 49, of McArthur, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022, at her home following a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born August 19, 1972, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of Dee H. Caudill, who survives, and the late Kathy (Chesser) Caudill. Aimee was a warm-hearted person who had great whit and a wonderful, sarcastic sense of...

Feb 23, 2022

Kimberly Ann Wilbur, 26, of Hamden, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at her home following a host of health issues. She was born March 7, 1995, in Gallipolis, Ohio daughter of the late Roger Wilbur and Janet (Pierce) Wilbur, who survives. Kimmy was a very positive and happy person with a “bubbly” personality. She enjoyed listening to...

Feb 22, 2022

Larkin G. Parker, 79, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. He was born April 10, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late James and Irene (Bailey) Parker. Larkin was a man of many talents and could be found doing any number of things over the years including truck...

Feb 21, 2022

Barbara Jean Canter, 68, of Jackson, passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe. She was born December 18, 1953, in Chesterville, Ohio, daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth (Power) Wegener. She married the love of her life, Roger Canter, on May 20, 1972, and they have enjoyed nearly 50 years...

Feb 15, 2022

John W. Stewart, 63, of McArthur, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at the Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. He was born April 6, 1958, in Logan, Ohio, son of the late Cecil and Claira Elizabeth (Witherspoon) Stewart. John was a very active individual. He was a past member of the Friends of Lake Alma Committee, a member...