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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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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...

Deborah Boggess

Deborah Boggess

Sep 10, 2026

Deborah “Debbie” E. Boggess, 73, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away on September 10, 2026. She was born on June 30, 1953 to the late William and Mandy (Blevins) Pancake.

Surviving are her two sons, James Steuwer and Shane (Erin) Steuwer; grandchildren, Zoe, Isaiah, Delilah, and Gabriel Steuwer; her significant other, Tracy Kette; sister, Judy Delong; brother, Dale Pancake; her two dogs,...

Patrick M Boyer

Patrick M Boyer

Sep 10, 2026

Patrick M. Boyer, 67, of Londonderry, Ohio passed away on September 10, 2026. He was born on June 22, 1959 to the late Michael and Mary (Lindsey) Boyer.

Surviving is his significant other, Kim Valentine; son, Jacob Boyer; Kim’s children, Eva (Harry) Barnett, Timothy Valentine; grandchildren, Heston Boyer and Chase Michael Kellett; siblings, Mike Boyer, Jim (Nancy) Boyer, MaryLee (Steve) Messerly,...

Phillip Leo Crowder

Phillip Leo Crowder

Sep 9, 2026

Phillip L. Crowder, 72, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away on September 9, 2026. He was born on March 9, 1954, to the late Leo and Wynoka (Keeling) Crowder in Charleston, West Virginia.

Surviving are his children, Misty (Chuck) Willard and Chris (Jenny) Crowder; grandchildren, Miranda Mullens, August (Samuel) Mullens, Katie and Cheyenne Crowder, Brayson Willard; 5 great grandchildren; and brothers, Robbie...

Richard Evan Childers Sr.

Richard Evan Childers Sr.

Sep 9, 2026

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Richard E. Childers Sr. or known as Butch to those close to him. Butch left us on the 9th of September, 2026 leaving a void that can be never filled. He was born on December 23, 1946 to the late Wilbur and Frances Childers. On May 30, 1991, he married...

Lois Leota Good

Lois Leota Good

Sep 8, 2026

Lois L. Good, 83, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away on September 8, 2026, following an extended illness. She was born on March 28, 1943 to the late Ralph E. and Helen I. (Hammond) Davis. On March 10,1961, she married William L. Good, who survives.

Also surviving are their three children, Lynda (Glenn) Clark, Tacy Good, William Good; grandchildren, Michel (Brionne) Moore,...

Ruth Ellene Daniels

Ruth Ellene Daniels

Sep 2, 2026

Ruth Ellene Daniels, 88, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, September 2, 2026 at her home.

She was born February 17, 1938, daughter of the late Ralph and Bessie (Russell) Hess. On March 30, 1957, she married her beloved husband, Freeman M. Daniels, who preceded her in death on June 1, 2023.

Surviving are their children, Gregory Daniels, Barry (Joy)...

Marcia Jean Lindsey

Marcia Jean Lindsey

Sep 2, 2026

Marcia Jean (Hurles) Lindsey, 79, of Chillicothe, passed away early Wednesday morning, September 2, 2026, at Traditions of Chillicothe, following a brief illness.

She was born September 20, 1946, in Chillicothe, daughter of the late Paul “Pete” and Ruby (Harper) Hurles. On August 9, 1975, she married Earl R. Lindsey, who preceded her in death June 24, 2014.

Surviving are their children,...

David Michael Stout

David Michael Stout

Aug 27, 2026

David Michael Stout (83) was born on July 30, 1943, in Chillicothe, Ohio, the son of the late George W. and Marjorie M. Stout. He passed away of a brief illness August 27th, 2026, after moving to Bradenton, Florida earlier this year. He was last married to his late CHS 1961 Classmate Dianna Jean (Hill) Stout who passed January 24,...

Paula Kaye Bennett

Paula Kaye Bennett

Aug 26, 2026

Paula Kaye Bennett (Stafford), 77, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Paula was a devoted wife, mother and mother-in-law, sister, aunt, and friend. For 55 loving years, she shared her life with her husband, James Bennett, building a home filled with family, friendship, and cherished memories. A graduate of Southeastern High School, Class of 1967,...

James Leonard Carpenter Jr.

James Leonard Carpenter Jr.

Aug 24, 2026

James Leonard Carpenter Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on November 5, 1956, in Steubenville, Ohio, James spent his final years in Chillicothe, Ohio, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

James was a devoted truck driver whose passion for the...

Lindey Jane Williamson

Lindey Jane Williamson

Aug 23, 2026

Lindey Jane Williamson, the precious daughter of Jacob and Mackenzie (Stewart) Williamson and sweet little sister of Grant Charles Williamson, was born Sunday, August 23rd and sadly passed later the same day. Our Miss Lindey Jane is survived by her: mommy, daddy & big brother Grant; Grandparents: Greg and Sarah Williamson, Julie Bumen-Stewart & Frank Palas and Jeb Stewart, all...

Jason "Wolffy" Wolff

Jason "Wolffy" Wolff

Aug 22, 2026

There are some people whose presence leaves an imprint that never fades. At 51, Jason left us far too soon, but the love, laughter, memories, and moments shared with him will remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Jason Matthew Wolff, aka Wolffy, was born on July 17th 1975 in Chillicothe, Ohio and was a 1997 graduate of Zane...

Barbara L Osborne

Barbara L Osborne

Aug 21, 2026

Barbara L. (Kellough/Ray) Osborne, 86, of Chillicothe, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on August 21, 2026. She was born on January 11, 1940, to the late Orlando and Jessie (Grubb) Kellough. She married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, C. Fredrick Ray, in 1958. Their union continued until he passed in 1985. She was married to Richard...

John Otto Burns

John Otto Burns

Aug 19, 2026

John Otto Burns passed away on August 19, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1931 to the late John F. Burns and Grace McConnell.

John served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1951 - 1953. He was a graduate of Otterbein College and worked as an engineer at GM Fisher Body for 36 years.

On June 1,...

William Hodge Hermann Jr.

William Hodge Hermann Jr.

Aug 19, 2026

William Hodge Hermann, Jr. (Billy), 75, died August 19, 2026 at Westmoreland in Chillicothe, Ohio following an extended illness. He was adopted in 1950 by William Hodge Hermann, Sr and Helen Lynch Hermann. He adored his parents and always said how grateful he was to have been adopted by such wonderful people.

Billy grew up in Chillicothe, attended St. Mary’s Catholic...

Bethany Copas

Bethany Copas

Aug 17, 2026

Bethany Dawn (Gray) Copas passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 17, 2026.

Bethany was born on January 14, 1973 in Chillicothe, Ohio to Roger Gray and the late Cynthia Gray.

Bethany was a 1991 graduate of Chillicothe High School. Bethany became a licensed practical nurse. Being a nurse brought Bethany a lot of happiness.

Bethany fought many battles in her life, but those...

Thomas Dallas Downs

Thomas Dallas Downs

Aug 13, 2026

Thomas Dallas Downs, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at his residence in Llano, Texas. Born on October 15, 1932, in Lancaster, Ohio, Tom led a life marked by service, dedication, and generosity that touched the lives of many.

Tom was predeceased by his first wife, Mary Ann "Ginny" Downs, who passed in 2003....

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