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Obituaries

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

Opal Eugenia Ronk

Opal Eugenia Ronk

Sep 26, 2024

Opal Eugenia Ronk, 93 of Guysville, went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 26, 2024 at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. Born Mach 12, 1931 in Athens, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Everrettt and Edna Mae Sanborne King. 

A graduate of Shade High School, Opal led her life with many hobbies and passions. She was a simple woman who...

James Arnold Bernard

James Arnold Bernard

Sep 26, 2024

James Bernard

Oct. 31, 1942 – September 26, 2024

 

 REEDSVILLE—James Arnold Bernard, 81, of Reedsville, OH, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sept. 26, 2024, surrounded by his family.

 He loved the outdoors—hunting, fishing and woodworking. After retiring from GTE, he was a self-employed contractor and handyman. He served in the U.S. Air Force, was a member of...

Alfred Philip "Al" Oppermann

Alfred Philip "Al" Oppermann

Sep 22, 2024

Beloved friend, sports enthusiast, and devoted individual, Alfred Philip Oppermann passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024 leaving behind cherished memories of a life well-lived. A lifelong fan of the Detroit Lions and Red Wings, Al‘s passion for sports was only surpassed by his love for biking and the open road, where he found peace and adventure.

Al‘s deep faith...

Bradley Daniel Metts

Bradley Daniel Metts

Sep 21, 2024

On Saturday, September 21, 2024, Bradley Daniel Metts of Athens, beloved son, brother, grandson and friend, gained his wings with his dad by his side at his home. Bradley was born September 16, 2004, at O'Bleness Hospital in Athens, Ohio, to Danny Metts and Nikki Rosser Metts. 

Bradley was an inspiration to many. He was a model of perseverance and courage...

Levoy Lee Beckett

Levoy Lee Beckett

Sep 20, 2024

LeVoy “Lee” Quintier Beckett, went to her heavenly home on Friday, September 20, 2024. She was born August 19, 1931, in Ury, West Virginia to the late Frederick and Versa (Hall) Quintier. In addition to her parents, Lee is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 55 years, Edward R. Beckett, Jr., brother-in-law, Sam Sirianni, sister-in-law, Pam Quintier, and...

Samuel Thomas Bennett, Sr.

Samuel Thomas Bennett, Sr.

Sep 18, 2024

Samuel Thomas Bennett, Sr. of Athens, born March 28, 1941, died September 18, 2024 at the age of 83 after a short battle with lung cancer. 

Sam, known to most as Pap, was a huge supporter of Alexander Spartan Athletics, Ohio State football and the Cincinnati Bengals. Go Joe! His many hobbies included hunting, fishing, and spending time with all of...

Timmy Wayne Reed

Timmy Wayne Reed

Sep 18, 2024

Timmy Wayne Reed, 62 of Millfield, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his home. Born May 27, 1962 in Athens, he was the son of the late Richard Monroe and Thelma Jean Rutter Reed. 

Timmy was a jack-of-all trades, with experience working in construction, on egg farms, and excavating. He loved to help others and would do anything to...

Darlene "Dolly" Reed

Darlene "Dolly" Reed

Sep 16, 2024

Darlene “Dolly” Reed

 

 REEDSVILLE—Darlene “Dolly” Reed, 89, of Reedsville, OH, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024, at the Parkersburg Care Center.

 She was born Aug. 3, 1935, in Reedsville, OH, daughter of the late Claude and Gladys Rockhold Smith. Dolly was a member of the Faith Full Gospel Church for 35 years, the former owner of Dolly’s...

Sandra Melott

Sandra Melott

Sep 16, 2024

Pomeroy - Sandra Melott, 66, of Pomeroy, died Monday, September 16, 2024 at Edgewood Manor in Lucasville, Ohio.

Born April 30, 1958 in Salem City, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Wilmer Logan and Lucille Tyson Shirey.

Sandra is survived by one daughter, Crystal (Robert) Erickson; two sons, Timothy Coleman and Jamie (Joanne) Coleman; eleven grandchildren, Cody, Ella, Isaiah, Katie, Josiah,...

Paul Gilbert Cunningham

Paul Gilbert Cunningham

Sep 14, 2024

Paul Cunningham

 

 GUYSVILLE—Paul Gilbert Cunningham, 85, of Guysville, OH, passed away early Saturday morning on September 14, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

 Paul was born on March 25,1939, in Logan, OH son of Uriah and Evalena (Watkins) Cunningham.

 He owned Berwick TV and Satellite along with his sons Gary and Danny for over 50 years.

 Paul proudly served in the United...

Edith Mary Russ

Edith Mary Russ

Sep 12, 2024

Edith Mary Russ (1928-2024)

 

EDITH MARY RUSS passed away Thursday September 12, 2024, nearly completing her 96th year of life. She was born September 23, 1928, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to William George and Edith Cairnes Ross. She grew up in the suburb of Somerton and in Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics from...

Linda Rae Walls

Linda Rae Walls

Sep 10, 2024

Linda Rae Walls

 

Linda Rae Walls (Holland) passed away at the age of 82, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, after a brief illness.

Linda was born in Athens, Ohio on February 21, 1942, to James and Janice Holland and remained a lifelong resident. She graduated from Athens High School in 1960 and went on to attend business school in Columbus. She was...

Victoria E Jarvis

Victoria E Jarvis

Sep 10, 2024

Victoria E. Jarvis

 

Victoria E. Jarvis, 90, of Stewart, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.

Victoria was born April 19, 1934 in Stewart, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Benson and Martha Vaness Davis.

Victoria retired from K-Mart in Fort Myers, Florida after many years. After retirement, Victoria spent several years traveling with her husband...

Robert Saylor

Robert Saylor

Sep 9, 2024

Robert Dale Saylor 

February 23, 1957 - September 9, 2024 

Robert Saylor, 67, of New Marshfield, Ohio died unexpectedly on Monday, September 9, 2024, at O’Bleness Hospital. 

Robert was born on February 23, 1957, to the late Dale and Bula Saylor. He was a lifelong resident of New Marshfield. He was a graduate of Alexander High School and a retired employee of the...

Elizabeth Elaine Roush

Elizabeth Elaine Roush

Sep 8, 2024

Elizabeth Elaine Roush

 

Middleport - Elizabeth Elaine Roush, 78, of Middleport, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024 at her daughters home. 

Born June 23, 1946 in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Arnold and Amelia Romano Latour. Elizabeth was very proud of her Native American ancestry. She was a graduate of Loretto Academy in Sault Ste Marie...

Clark E. Wilson

Clark E. Wilson

Sep 6, 2024

GLENVILLE—Clark E. Wilson, 73, of Glenville, WV passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, in Coolville, OH. He was born on May 9, 1951, in Parkersburg, WV to the late Lena Jackson and Dave Wilson.

 He retired from Glenville State College after 35 years as a security guard. Clark was loved by many and was always willing to help anyone who...

Ralph Benton Wells

Ralph Benton Wells

Sep 5, 2024

RACINE—Ralph Benton Wells, 75, of Racine, Ohio passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on July 28,1949, in Mason, WV to the late Chester and Dorothy Cole Wells.

 He was a US Army veteran who honorably served his country during the Vietnam War.

 Ralph is survived by his partner, Diann Wells; one daughter, Julie (Eddie)...

Krista Janine Bailey

Krista Janine Bailey

Sep 5, 2024

COOLVILLE—Krista Janine Bailey, 50, of Coolville, Ohio passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at her residence. She was born on June 14, 1974, in Martinsburg, WV to the late Milliard and Geneva Shade Turner.

 Krista is survived by her fiancé, Chester Lockhart; one daughter, Kaitlyn Bailey; two sons Justin Turner and Phillip Bailey Jr.; six grandchildren, Amora Collins, Sebastian Collins,...

Martha Lou Rieser

Martha Lou Rieser

Aug 31, 2024

COOLVILLE—Martha Lou Rieser, 95, of Coolville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Arcadia Nursing Home. She was born on February 22, 1929, in Reedsville, OH to the late Benjamin and Hazel Martin Buckley

 Martha is survived by her son, Ronald (Edna) Orr; two grandchildren, Teresa Wilburn and Kristopher Orr; two great-grandchildren, Abigail Wilburn and Jilian Wilburn; and several...

Michael John Hall

Michael John Hall

Aug 30, 2024

Coolville – Michael John Hall, 51, of Coolville passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at his residence.

 Born February 25, 1973, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, he was the son of the Robert Hall and Wanda (Waggoner) Hatfield. Michael was a 1990 graduate of Warren High School and was an avid outdoorsman.

 In addition to his parents, he is survived by a daughter,...

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