Obituaries

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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Norma Beverly

Norma Beverly

Dec 25, 2024

Norma Jean (Netter) Beverly, 84, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly early Wednesday morning, December 25, 2024, at her family home. She was born May 31, 1940, in Chillicothe, daughter of the late Scott and Sarah (Sewards) Netter. On September 18, 1957, she married the love of her life, Robert L. Beverly, Sr., who preceded her in death on September 10,...

Jimmie Kelley

Jimmie Kelley

Dec 23, 2024

Jimmie Kelley, 83, of Chillicothe, went home to be with the Lord at 9:01am on Monday, December 23, 2024. He was born July 28, 1941, in Lawrence County, Kentucky, son of the late Ford and Nora (Johnson) Kelley. On October 2, 1959, he married his beloved wife, Rita Carolyn (McDonald) Kelley, and together they shared over 65 years of marriage....

Paul Reed

Paul Reed

Dec 22, 2024

Paul Michael "Mick" Reed, 77 of Chillicothe, lovingly known as "Mickster" to his friends, passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2024, after a brave battle with cancer. He was born on January 24, 1947, in Huntington, West Virginia to the late Paul Arthur and Anna Lee (Thomas) Reed. He graduated from South Point High...

Michael Colter

Michael Colter

Dec 21, 2024

Michael Eugene Colter passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, after a courageous battle, at Franciscan Health, Indianapolis, IN.  He was born in Chillicothe, Ohio on September 21, 1976, to Robert Baker and Judy Colter. He is survived by his loving wife, Alicia Dawn (Gifford), his son, Michael Colter Jr. of Chillicothe, his daughters, Mikaela, Ariana, Parker, and Paisley...

Bruce Hammond

Bruce Hammond

Dec 19, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Bruce Hammond on Thursday, December 19, 2024. He is deeply mourned by his wife, children, grandchildren and siblings. Bruce meant so much to so many people, but above all, he cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, loving grandfather and a kind friend. A private service was held...

Stewart Skinner

Stewart Skinner

Dec 19, 2024

Stewart Skinner, Jr., 77, of Kinnikinnick, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of December 19, 2024. Stewart was born September 20, 1947 in Circleville, Ohio to parents Mabel and Stewart, Sr. Stewart graduated from Circleville High School in 1965. After graduation Stewart married Tricia Huffman and enlisted in the United States Navy. Stewart served 4...

Susan Schwartz

Susan Schwartz

Dec 18, 2024

Susan (Byers) Schwartz, 78, of Chillicothe, died peacefully at 10:40pm December 18, 2024, at Legacy of Chillicothe following a brief illness. She was born December 14, 1946, in Chillicothe, OH, to the late George E. and Betty (Maule) Byers.  On August 27, 1982, she married Richard D. "Dick" Schwartz, who survives. Also surviving are their sons: Mark (Trina) Schwartz, of...

Geraldine Tanner

Geraldine Tanner

Dec 17, 2024

Geraldine M. Tanner, 102, passed away peacefully December 17, 2024, at Liberty Village, Chillicothe. She was born May 20, 1922, in Pike County, KY, to Gilbert and Minerva (Mounts) Mitchell.  On September 11, 1948, she married George W. Tanner, who preceded her in death March 1, 2004. Surviving are her children: Barbara Nowlin (John), of Chillicothe; Deborah (Jon) Bradley, of...

A. Kaye Hill

A. Kaye Hill

Dec 17, 2024

Alta Kaye Hill, 83, of Chillicothe, died December 17, 2024, at Adena Regional Medical Center. She was born February 14, 1941, in Columbus, OH, to the late Clarence C. and Alta (Wilt) Vance.  On September 11, 1965, she married David D. Hill, who preceded her in death on April 1, 2003. She is survived by her children: Doug (Stephanie) Hill,...

Barbara Poe

Barbara Poe

Dec 16, 2024

On December 16, 2024, Barbara Ann "Honey" Poe went home to be with the Lord.  She was surrounded by her loved ones. Barbara was born on August 21, 1940.  She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Virgil Ray "Sam" Poe; and an uncle Harry Waldren and grandma-mom Gertrude Waldren, who raised her as their own. Barbara...

Goldie Leffler

Goldie Leffler

Dec 15, 2024

Our beloved mom, the Matriarch of our family, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday December 15, 2024.  She was born in Pike County on September 4, 1932, to Elza Earl and Mammie Marguerite Emrich.  She was a 1950 graduate of Waverly High School.  She retired from General Electric. She is survived by her children, Carla Sue Davis, Rick...

Dorothy Compher

Dorothy Compher

Dec 14, 2024

Dorothy Jane (Fauber) Compher passed from this life on Saturday, December 14 at 4:20 p.m. Dorothy was born on December 20, 1929, in Highland County to Delmar W. and Mabel Lee (Young) Fauber.  On July 26, 1949, she married Vernon L. Compher, and they shared 51½ years together until his passing on February 7, 2001. Surviving are three daughters, Debra...

Lewis Atwood

Lewis Atwood

Dec 12, 2024

Lewis Kenton Atwood, Sr., aged 70, of Londonderry, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, December 12th, 2024, at his son's residence following a house fire. Born January 20th, 1954, lewis is preceded in death by his father and mother, Rev. Ernest E. and Doretha V. Atwood, and his sister, Paula Y. Grubbs. He is survived by his son, Lewis (Amanda) Kenton...

Marquietta Szarek

Marquietta Szarek

Dec 11, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Marquietta Szarek (Adkins). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Paul Johnson

Paul Johnson

Dec 8, 2024

Paul Leonard Johnson, 85, passed away on December 8, 2024, at his home.  He was born June 18, 1939, to Foster and Martha Johson.  He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Phyllis, whom he married on June 7, 1964.  He has one daughter, Dr. Paula Garvey (Sean) and two grandsons, Michael Paul and William Patrick Garvey.  He is...

Jody Fultz

Jody Fultz

Dec 8, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Jody Fultz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Memory Wall.

Fay Perry

Fay Perry

Dec 8, 2024

Fay Ann Perry, 75, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully December 8, 2024 at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. Born on November 18, 1949, in Chillicothe, she was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Gaskill) Welsheimer. She is survived by her loving daughters, Bridget (John Ritchhart) Kashner, and Stacy (Tracy Hickman) Perry; her cherished...

Vickie M. Ward

Vickie M. Ward

Dec 8, 2024

Vickie Purpero Ward, 73, of Delaware, Ohio, passed from this life on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Willow Brook Christian Village following an extended illness. Vickie was born on January 6, 1951, in Chillicothe, OH, to the late Charles and Margaret Purpero. On October 28, 1972, she married Harold N. Ward who preceded in her in death on October 27,...

Robin Babcock

Robin Babcock

Dec 7, 2024

Robin Renee Babcock, 67, of Chillicothe, passed away Saturday evening, December 7, 2024, at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. She was born April 20, 1957, in Toledo, Ohio, daughter of the late Robert Edward and Donna Jane (Deselms) Werley. On March 8, 2001, she married her beloved husband, David Babcock, who survives. Also surviving is her...

Kenneth Newton

Kenneth Newton

Dec 6, 2024

Kenneth Franklin Newton, Jr., 73, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, surrounded by the family he cherished. Ken lived a life marked by dedication, service, and boundless love for those around him. Born on April 28, 1951, to Kenneth and Esther Newton, who preceded him in death, he grew up in Chillicothe and graduated from Chillicothe High...

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