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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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Larry Dalton Hill

Larry Dalton Hill

Oct 29, 2026

Larry Dalton Hill, of Chillicothe, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026. He was born in Jones County, NC on April 23, 1949, to the late Thomas J. and Maude (Cole) Hill of Kinston, NC. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jerry Ronald Hill, Stanley Patrick Hill, Thomas Malcolm Hill, Robert Wayne Hill,...

Candace Lee Zellers

Candace Lee Zellers

Oct 28, 2026

Candace (Candy) Lee Zellers, 71, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on October 28, 2026, at 11:11 p.m., leaving behind family and friends who loved her, countless memories, and plenty of stories that will continue to be told for years to come.

Candace was one of a kind. Unique, funny, fiercely intelligent, and unapologetically herself, she was never one to blend into...

Dian Russell

Dian Russell

Oct 26, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dian Russell

January 4, 1951 - October 26, 2026

Dian Russell, affectionately known as "Dolly" or "Boom" passed away peacefully in her home on October 26, 2026, at 4:06 a.m., surrounded by the love and comfort of those who meant so much to her. Dian will be remembered for her unique personality, the joy she found in the...

Dixie Lee DePoy

Dixie Lee DePoy

Oct 26, 2026

Dixie Lee DePoy, 84, of Chillicothe, passed away Monday evening, October 26, 2026 at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, following an extended illness.

She was born April 24, 1942 in Bourneville, Ohio daughter of the late Thurlow and Fava (Brown) Dewey. On December 27, 1960, she married her beloved husband, Charles Roger DePoy, who preceded her in death on...

Donna Jean Sparks

Donna Jean Sparks

Oct 25, 2026

Donna Jean Sparks

July 19, 1939 - Oct. 25, 2026



In loving memory… 



Donna Jean Sparks, (nee Hagley), 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Adena Regional Medical Center in the early morning hours of October 25, 2026 following a brief illness. She will be remembered for her warmth and kindness to everyone she met, her strong faith, and her sense of...

Chad A. Dryden

Chad A. Dryden

Oct 25, 2026

Chad A. Dryden, 50, of Marietta, Ohio, died unexpectedly on October 25, 2026, following an apparent cardiac event. He was doing what he loved, riding his dirt bike with family.

Chad is survived by his father and stepmother, Greg and Kelley Dryden of Florida; his mother and stepfather, Cheryl and Joe Newby of Michigan; his siblings, Kim (Chad) Davis of Michigan,...

John Hurles Jr.

John Hurles Jr.

Oct 25, 2026

John O. Hurles Jr., 79, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, following an extended illness. He was born on May 16, 1947 to the late John Hurles Sr. and Juanita J. Borland. On June 14, 2012, he was united in marriage to M. Kay Smith, who survives.

Also surviving are children, Jason (Christina) Hurles, Juliana (Tim) Hurles,...

Robert Weaver

Robert Weaver

Oct 25, 2026

Robert "'Bob" Weaver, 97, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, following an extended illness. He was born September 22, 1929 to the late Clifton and Levina (Pugh) Weaver. On June 25, 1956 he married Ethel Louise (Tackett) who survives.

Surviving are children Cindy (Paul) Rinehart and Monte (Mandy Lee) Weaver. Grandchildren Dustin (Bobbi) Weaver, Jason (Cora) Weaver, Matthew (Jessica) Weaver,...

LaChona Ann Ferguson

LaChona Ann Ferguson

Oct 24, 2026

With heavy hearts and immense shock, our family announces the sudden passing of LaChona Ann Ferguson, age 60, of Piketon, Ohio on October 24, 2026.

Born on August 17, 1966 to Patsy Jo Pierce. LaChona loved nothing more in life than being a mother and a Mimi. She loved her kids and grandkids more than life itself. She was always the...

Michael Graham

Michael Graham

Oct 22, 2026

Michael V. Graham, 39, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, following an extended illness. He was born on February 4, 1987, to Paul and Beth (Martin) Graham. On December 16, 2016, he married Tina (Stolzenburg) Graham, who survives.

Also surviving are children, Kaitlyn and Jakob Jones, and Leah Graham; siblings, Danny Graham, Dave (Deb) Graham, Jodie Graham,...

Carl Edward Hitchens, Jr.

Carl Edward Hitchens, Jr.

Oct 21, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Carl Edward Hitchens on October 21, 2026. Carl was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. Though his earthly life has ended, his memory and legacy will live on in the hearts of the people he loved most.

Carl was born on April 2, 1959, in Chillicothe, Ohio, to Carl...

M. Carlene Nichols

M. Carlene Nichols

Oct 20, 2026

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Mildred Carlene Nichols, 94, of Chillicothe, Ohio, left her earthly home and was welcomed into her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As her family and friends grieve her passing, all can rest assured that her life has just begun.

Carlene was born on July 30, 1932, to Warren and Goldie Long, the...

Kathleen Ann Hanson

Kathleen Ann Hanson

Oct 19, 2026

Kathleen A. Hanson, 73, of Chillicothe, Ohio unexpectedly passed away at 4:46am Monday, October 19, 2026, at Adena Regional Medical Center. She was born on December 13, 1952, in Sidney, OH, to the late Francis Schneider and Wandalene (Evans) Schneider. On December 10, 1977, she married Thomas D. Hanson Sr., who preceded her in death on April 18, 2023. Together,...

James P Fox

James P Fox

Oct 18, 2026

James Philip Fox, MD

April 9, 1943 – October 18, 2026

Dr. James Philip Fox, 83, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a lifetime of cherished memories, a remarkable legacy in medicine, and countless lives forever touched by his kindness and dedication.

Jim was born on April 9, 1943, in Bellefontaine, Ohio,...

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 Dorothy Virginia 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,...

Teresa Gambill

Teresa Gambill

Oct 14, 2026

Teresa Gambill (Church), 61 of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away on October 14, 2026 after her brave battle with cancer. Born April 14, 1965 to James and Lorraine Church. Teresa grew up and attended school (Adena) in Frankfort, Ohio before calling Chillicothe her home.

Teresa will be remembered for her caring heart, kindness, thoughtful generosity and the love she had for her...

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...

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