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Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Athens, Coolville, Pomeroy, OH and surrounding areas.

Lisa Beard Cooke

Lisa Beard Cooke

Jan 1, 2024

Lisa Beard Cooke, 66, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2024, from the James Cancer Center in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by love. Lisa was born October 17, 1957, to Tom and Priscilla Beard of South Point, Ohio. Lisa is preceded in death by her father, Tom Beard; her loving husband, Henry Cooke; her sister, Jan Beard Smith;...

James Hamilton Allen

James Hamilton Allen

Jan 1, 2024

James Allen COOLVILLE—James Hamilton Allen, 70, of Coolville, OH, passed away Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 7, 1953, in Parkersburg, WV, son of the late Otis Wade and Mary Lois Dixon Allen. Jim was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran, Charter Member Fire Chief of Carthage Fire Department, Fire Chief of Carthage Fire Department with...

Hugh M. Culbertson

Hugh M. Culbertson

Dec 29, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dr. Hugh M. Culbertson, a man of immense intellect, unwavering dedication, and profound influence. His extraordinary life was one of perpetual learning, astute scholarship, and steadfast commitment to his community and students. Dr. Culbertson departed this world peacefully on December 29, 2023, in Athens, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.Born on October...

Hope Lynne Ellis

Hope Lynne Ellis

Dec 29, 2023

Hope Lynne Ellis COOLVILLE—Hope Lynne Ellis, 58, of Coolville, OH, passed away Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born April 28, 1965, in St. Petersburg, FL, daughter of Hope Ann Lockhart and the late David Richard Hicks. In addition to her mother, Hope Ann, she is survived by a son, Jeremiah and Allena Griggs; daughter, Madison...

Pete F. Evener

Pete F. Evener

Dec 28, 2023

Pete F. Evener, 90, of Chauncey, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 28, 2023.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, at Hughes Moquin Funeral Home in Athens. Officiating will be Robert Weiler. Burial will follow at Athens Memory Gardens with full military honors conducted by the Albany VFW Post 9893 and the American Legion...

Esther P. Smith

Esther P. Smith

Dec 26, 2023

Esther Smith CHESTER—Esther P. Smith, 87, of Chester, OH, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at her residence. She was born Dec. 24, 1936, in Long Bottom, OH, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Frederick Hayes. Esther was a member of the Chester D.O.A., the Chester Eastern Star and was a U.S. Postmaster. She is survived by 2 sons,...

Harold "Hank" Holter

Harold "Hank" Holter

Dec 25, 2023

Harold “Hank” Holter SUGAR GROVE—Harold “Hank” Holter, 96, of Sugar Grove, OH, passed away Sunday, Dec. 25, 2023, at his residence. He was born March 24, 1927, in Minersville, OH, son of the late Hanson R. and Elma Roush Holter. Hank loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, gardening and especially sitting by the campfire with family and friends. He served in...

Kenneth Ray McDaniel

Kenneth Ray McDaniel

Dec 23, 2023

Kenneth Ray McDaniel, 67 of Athens, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at his home. Born October 16, 1956 in Athens he was the son of the late Alvin & Mary Davis McDaniel.

As a retired concrete finisher, Kenneth appreciated a hards day work. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and never...

Carol Sue Hall

Carol Sue Hall

Dec 22, 2023

Middleport-Carol Sue Lunsford Hall, 81, of Middleport, passed away Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at Holzer Meigs ED. She was born on July 22nd, 1942 in Summersville West Virginia. Carol was the daughter of the late Jesse and Madeline Bostic Haggy. She is survived by two sons, Rick (Sara) Lunsford and Kenny (Katie) Lunsford; six grandsons, Kenny, Josh, Ryan, Ricky, River...

Randall Lane Woolum

Randall Lane Woolum

Dec 20, 2023

Randall Lane Woolum

     ATHENS--Randall Lane Woolum, 60, passed away on Dec. 20th, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital surrounded by his family.  Randy was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in May and he fought it with all his might.  He enjoyed these last few months as much as possible while doing chemo treatments.  He visited with family and friends just about every...

Sally Jo Burch

Sally Jo Burch

Dec 18, 2023

     Athens - Sally Jo Burch, 81, of Athens, died unexpectedly on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. 

     Born December 26, 1941, in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Virgina Marquis Fulton. Sally was a 1960 graduate of Athens High School.  She was employed by the City of Athens where she...

Ronald L. Clay

Ronald L. Clay

Dec 14, 2023

CHESTER--Ronald L. Clay, 85, of Chester, passed away Thursday, December 14th, 2023, at his home. Ronnie was born on June 15th, 1938, in Logan, West Virginia. He was the son of the late Elizabeth Leeson Clay and Lando (Lank) Clay. Ronnie graduated from Chester High School in 1956 and married Gayann (Gaul) Clay on June 28, 1960. He served in...

Joung Hee Krzic

Joung Hee Krzic

Dec 13, 2023

Joung Hee (née Cho) Krzic, age 69, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Beloved wife of 43 years to Gerard A. Krzic and most loving mother of Kristin Jayhee Krzic; she was preceded in death by her parents, Younggyu (father) and Gwijo (mother) Cho. She leaves behind many relatives in Korea and the United States: dearest sister of Sookja, Yongrak,...

Allen Lee Easter

Allen Lee Easter

Dec 12, 2023

Pomeroy- Allen Lee Easter, 61, of Pomeroy, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday December 12th, 2023 at his residence. Allen was born on March 31st 1959 in Ironton Ohio, he was the son of the late George, and Elsie Blevins Easter. Allen is survived by two sisters Shirley Arthur, and Mary Cooper Besides his parents he was preceded in death by 3...

Francie Owen

Francie Owen

Dec 11, 2023

     Freida “Francie” Owen, 76, died Monday, December 11, 2023.

     Born August 24, 1947, in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Ruth Nagle Varady.  

     Private graveside services were held on Sunday December 17, 2023, at Alexander Cemetery.

Lisa Marie Flores

Lisa Marie Flores

Dec 11, 2023

Lisa Marie Flores GUYSVILLE—Lisa Marie Flores, 53, of Guysville, OH, passed away Monday Dec 11, 2023, at her residence. She was born Nov. 20, 1970, in Heidelberg, Germany, daughter of the late Lt. Col. Thomas Victor Flores and Linda Basham Flores. Lisa is survived by her husband, Timothy Sullivan; daughter, Casey Sullivan and a sister, Angela. In addition to her...

Amy S. Hall

Amy S. Hall

Dec 9, 2023

Amy Hall REEDSVILLE—Amy S. Hall, 74, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at her residence. She was born Feb. 26, 1949, in Browne Mont, WV, daughter of the late Everett Emerson and Martha Kupfner Moss. Amy is survived by a son, David and Peggy Wolfe of Longwood, FL; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren and a sister, Virgie and...

Marjorie Rood

Marjorie Rood

Dec 9, 2023

Marjorie Rood SYRACUSE—Marjorie Rood of Syracuse, OH, formerly of Reedsville, passed away Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Reedsville, OH, daughter of the late Harrison and Elva Randolph Rood. She is survived by 3 nephews, Tim Rood, Gary Rood and Hank Rood; niece, Birdie Rood; 3 great-nephews, Mat Boswell, Clifford Boswell and Domino Boswell and...

Ethel L. "Sally" Rowley

Ethel L. "Sally" Rowley

Dec 8, 2023

Ethel L. “Sally” Rowley REEDSVILLE—Ethel L. “Sally” Rowley, 96, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, at Waterview Point in Marietta, OH. She was born Dec. 12, 1926, in Elizabeth, WV, daughter of the late Daniel Clarence and Lucy Bell Valentine. She was a retired Mail Carrier and a lifelong Baptist. Ethel is survived by 2 sons, Steve...

Earl V. Dillon

Earl V. Dillon

Dec 6, 2023

Earl Dillon REEDSVILLE—Earl V. Dillon, 79, of Reedsville, OH, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. He was born Dec. 12, 1943, in Salem, OH, son of the late Pearl and Gladys Johnson Dillon. Earl attended Vanderhoof Baptist Church and was a retired truck driver. He was a loving husband, dad and grandpa. He...

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