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Recent Obituaries in Chillicothe, OH

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Chillicothe, OH area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Michael Robert Elam

Michael Robert Elam

Oct 15, 2026

Michael Robert Elam, 79, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away suddenly on October 15, 2026. He was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on September 29, 1947 to Charles Herbert and Virginia Dorothy Elam. On November 15, 1965 he married Peggy L Chaffin who passed on July 11, 2026.

He is survived by his son Michael Elam II: grandson, Clay Elam, siblings, Cindy Manion,...

Jana Enderle

Jana Enderle

Oct 14, 2026

Jana L. (Kane) Enderle, 68, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at home following a courageous battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a devastating form of Parkinsonism, which overtook her body, but never her fighting spirit.

Jana was born January 17, 1958, in Chillicothe to Howard W. “Red” Kane and Eunice A. (Pfeifer) Berkemer and was a 1976 graduate of...

Terry L Mullens

Terry L Mullens

Oct 14, 2026

Terry “T” Lee Mullens

A life is made up of two dates and the dash between them. The dates mark when we arrive and when we leave; the dash is where a life is lived. Terry "T" Mullens made the most of his dash: a testament of Love and Zest for Life!

On October 14, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with illness,...

Sondra Kay Hall

Sondra Kay Hall

Oct 12, 2026

Sondra Kay (Richardson) Hall , 78 of Chillicothe went to be with the Lord at 8:26 a.m. on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, following an extended illness.

She was born January 15, 1948, in Ross County, to the late Harry and Grace (Steward) Richardson. On August 27, 1966, she married Perry R. Hall, who preceded...

Gary L Sherwood

Gary L Sherwood

Oct 12, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Gary L. Sherwood, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on December 14, 1944, Gary peacefully departed this world on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the age of 81, surrounded by his loved ones.

Gary led a remarkable life characterized by a deep sense of humility, uniqueness, and...

Armand Orlan Jackson

Armand Orlan Jackson

Oct 12, 2026

Armand Orlan Jackson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 12th, 2026, at the age of 85, in Chillicothe, Ohio. Armand's life was marked by his profound love for the outdoors and his dedication to family, friends, and community.Born on Monday, February 3rd, 1941, Armand developed a passion for nature that would guide his...

Timothy M Estep

Timothy M Estep

Oct 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Timothy M. Estep

August 27, 1965 – October 10, 2026

Timothy M. Estep, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on August 27, 1965, in Cocoa Beach, Florida, Tim lived a life marked by hard work, a generous heart, and a genuine love for...

Terry Michael Wooten

Terry Michael Wooten

Oct 10, 2026

Terry Michael Wooten, 73, of Chillicothe, passed away early Saturday morning, October 10, 2026 at his home, following a brief illness.

He was born February 8, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Kenneth Connel Wooten and Gertrude Legg. On February 19, 1994, he married his beloved wife, Joan E. (Minniear) Wooten, who survives.

Also surviving is his step-mother, Mona Wooten;...

Maria D Pryor

Maria D Pryor

Oct 7, 2026

Maria D. Pryor, 74, of Chillicothe, passed away at 9:46am, October 7, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born August 7, 1952 in Durango, Mexico. She is survived by her husband, Gerald Pryor, of Chillicothe, along with her two children, Jose Buchanan, of Sedalia Missouri, and Tanya Buchanan of Chillicothe; her grandchildren, Ray (Aisha) Bowers and...

Norma Jean Woods

Norma Jean Woods

Sep 28, 2026

Norma Jean Woods, 93, of Circleville, Ohio, peacefully passed away on September 28, 2026, following an extended illness. She was born on October 8, 1932, to the late Olive Leora Gallaugher. On July 14, 1950, she married Homer S. Woods Sr., who preceded her in death in 1983.

Surviving are children, Patricia (Charles) Lynch and Homer (Shawna, who preceded her in...

Lynden Michelle Jones

Lynden Michelle Jones

Sep 25, 2026

On September 20, 1981, at 6:30 in the morning, Lynden Michelle Jones came into this world. She was the second child born to Lowell Todd and Dana Cunningham Jones. Her arrival was highly anticipated and surprisingly easy on her mother. She was gifted the beautiful and unusual name Lynden, a name that would perfectly suit her precocious and unconventional personality.

As...

Elizabeth Jane Bettinger

Elizabeth Jane Bettinger

Sep 23, 2026

Elizabeth Jane Betinger passed away in Circleville on September 23, 2026. Elizabeth was born in Enid, Oklahoma on November 7, 1944, to Robert J and Elizabeth J (Marshall) Coons and married Gerald Lee Bettinger on September 3, 1966.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Gerald Lee Bettinger, her daughters, Jeanette Marie O’Quin and Jennifer Michelle (Loren) McGuire; her...

Marguerite Paula Conley

Marguerite Paula Conley

Sep 22, 2026

Marguerite P. Conley, age 80, passed from this life peacefully on September 22, 2026 in Sun City Center, Florida, with her sons by her side. Known affectionately as Marty to her friends, was the daughter of Mary Johnson and George Johnson, Sr.

She was born and raised in Circleville, Ohio, and worked at GE and later had a flourishing career with...

Melissa Kay Posey

Melissa Kay Posey

Sep 22, 2026

Melissa Kay Posey, a wife, cherished mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026, at the age of 59. Born on Friday, March 10th, 1967, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Melissa spent her lifetime immersed in the love and warmth of the community she called home.

Melissa was a proud graduate of Adena High School. She was proud...

David Lee Ray

David Lee Ray

Sep 21, 2026

David L. Ray spent his last days surrounded by family in a room filled with singing, joking, and Jesus. He passed peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026, following an extended period of health complications.

Born January 11, 1969, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Dave was the son of the late Barbara (Kellough) and C. Fredrick Ray. He married Kathy (Holsinger) in 1990, and...

Robert Lee Harris

Robert Lee Harris

Sep 17, 2026

Robert Lee Harris, 87, of Chillicothe, formerly of Columbus, passed away Thursday evening, September 17, 2026, at Westmoreland Place following an extended illness.

He was born May 5, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late Braxton E. and Viola P. (Stoner) Harris. On February 23, 1957, he married his beloved wife, Olive “Myrtle” (Eddy) Harris, who preceded him in death...

James E Beverly

James E Beverly

Sep 17, 2026

James Edwin Beverly, 75, of Chillicothe, passed away on Thursday evening, September 17, 2026 at the Embassy of Valley View in Frankfort, following an extended illness.

He was born October 13, 1950, in Chillicothe, son of the late Walter and Elsie Marie (Mayo) Beverly.  He was born into a family of eight children, two of which survive: Rose Marie Hamrick and...

Jayeshkumar Patel

Jayeshkumar Patel

Sep 16, 2026

Jayeshkumar Patel, 52, of Winchester, Ohio, passed away Wednesday evening, September 16, 2026 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, following an extended illness.

He was born June 10, 1974, in India to his beloved parents, Vasantbhai and Jawsuben Vasantbhai Patel.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Lopaben Patel; their children, Harshil Pineshkumar Patel, and Bansari Patel;...

Barbara Jane McCord

Barbara Jane McCord

Sep 15, 2026

Barbara Jane McCord

Aug 1, 1936 — Sep 15, 2026

Chillicothe, Ohio

Born on August 1st, 1936, Barbara Jane Newton McCord, at the age of 90, was plucked by the very hand of God from this earth on Tuesday Sept 15, 2026. She was a hard working mother of 4 children Jerry (Betty), Doug (Mary), Diane, Joseph Jr. She was also the Grand...

Dorothy L Francis

Dorothy L Francis

Sep 12, 2026

Dorothy L. Francis, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Chillicothe Post-Acute Nursing facility. 

She was born on May 27, 1930, in Ross County, to the late Jasper H. and Helen Johnson. In 1951, she married Melvin E. Francis, who preceded her in death on August 19, 1964. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Dorothy is preceded...

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