Lisa M Downing
Feb 25, 2026
Lisa Marie Downing (Collins) passed unexpectedly on February 25th, 2026. Lisa was born on February 3rd, 1959, to Chester and Mary Ella Collins, who proceeded her in death. She leaves behind two children who loved her very much: Mary Virden (Jeremy) and Chris Downing (Brittany), and two sisters: Darlene Slater (Don) and Pat Aloisio (John). She also leaves behind Matt...
John Gisvold
Feb 25, 2026
John Gisvold, a beloved resident of Chillicothe, Ohio, went into the presence of his Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on Thursday, October 20th, 1955, John lived a full and vibrant life, deeply rooted in the community he loved.
John was a proud graduate of the Chillicothe High School Class of...
David Allen Richter, Jr.
Feb 21, 2026
David Allen Richter, Jr., 73, of Canal Winchester, passed away Saturday evening, February 21, 2026, at OSU Wexner Medical Center, following complications from a lung transplant.
He was born July 18, 1952, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late David Allen Richter, Sr. and Catherine Theresa (Matteo) Richter.
He is survived by his beloved daughters, Elyse (James) Hopkins, of Canal Winchester, and...
Deborah Louise Schneider
Feb 19, 2026
Deborah “Deb” L. Schneider, 72, passed away on February 19, 2026, due to medical complications. She was born on August 3, 1953, to the late Curtis and Pauline (Frazier) Wheeler. On August 17, 1981, she married Christopher Schneider, who preceded her in death in May 2022.
Surviving is daughter, Amie L. Spaulding; grandchildren, Andrea (Matt) Whittington, Andrea, Kevan, Kourtney, Morgan, Christa;...
Debra A Wright
Feb 19, 2026
Debra A. Wright, 80, of Chillicothe, passed away Thursday evening, February 19, 2026, at Brown Memorial Home in Circleville, following an extended illness.
She was born June 2, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of the late Philip and Christine (Devitt) Gordon.
Surviving are her children, Michelle Wright, Philip (Rachel) Wright, Michael (Kay) Wright, and Elizabeth Greer; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 3 nephews;...
Patricia Faye Cottrill
Feb 19, 2026
Patricia “Patty” Faye Cottrill, 62, passed away early Thursday morning, February 19, 2026 at her home, following a brief illness.
She was born January 18, 1964, daughter of the late Marvin Elwood and Eva Fay (Simmons) Irvin. On September 17, 1982, she married her beloved husband, Robert A. Cottrill, who survives.
Also surviving is their daughter, Erin (Eli Park) Cottrill; beloved grandchildren,...
Galen Lee Reisinger
Feb 14, 2026
Galen Lee Reisinger, 76, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on February 14, 2026. He was born on January 31, 1950, to the late Donald Reisinger and Ada (Greeno) Reisinger in Circleville, Ohio. On July 14, 1973, he married Gloria (Newland) Reisinger, who survives.
Also surviving is son, Andrew D. Reisinger, of California. He is preceded in death by his brother Donald...
Gordon Ray Barnhart
Feb 13, 2026
Gordon Ray “Barney” Barnhart, 76, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, following a brief illness.
Barney was born on July 7, 1949, in Louisa. He married the love of his life, Sharon Stump, on August 22, 1992. Sharon preceded him in death on September 1, 2021. Their love was the foundation of a life centered on family,...
Nehemiah Hendrix Lee Knoles
Feb 13, 2026
Nehemiah Hendrix Lee Knoles, passed away on February 13, 2026. He was born to Canaan and Madison (Montgomery) Knoles, who survives.
Also surviving is a big brother, Canaan Jr. “CJ”; grandparents, Kristen (Johnnie) Montgomery and Megan Brown; great-grandparents, Melody (Bill) Knoles, Sherry (Paul) Scharbrough, Kenny (Melissa) Faulkner, Gloria (Frank) Loel; great-great grandpa, Buzz Knoles; Aunt Leah Brown; uncles, Quentin (Karlee Seeling)...
Mike Ivey
Feb 12, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Michael “Mike” Ivey, 88 on February 12, 2026. Mike was born on August 8, 1937 in Perry, Iowa to Roscoe and Kathleen Ivey. In 1958 he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Phyllis. Together they built a beautiful life and raised four children,...
Terry Lee Elliott
Feb 10, 2026
Terry L. Elliott, 76, of Chillicothe, passed away at 3:05am February 10, 2026, following an extended illness. He was born October 23, 1949, in Chillicothe to the late Donald E. and Leah Jean (Smith) Elliott. On December 1, 1970, he married the former Eva S. Hayes, who together enjoyed over 55 years of marriage. In addition to his wife Eva,...
James Michael Bennett
Feb 8, 2026
James M. Bennett, 71, passed away on February 8, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1954 to the late Oran and Johanna (Monchak) Bennett, in Pueblo, Colorado.
He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Bennett and brothers, Robert (Marsha) Bennett and Ron (Jane Lancaster) Bennett. He is preceded in death by an infant son, Michael Crawford Bennett.
In accordance with James...
Justin Lee Young
Feb 8, 2026
Justin Lee Young “Jayo”, 40, of Frankfort, OH, passed away unexpectedly at Adena Regional Medical Center Sunday February 8th, 2026.
He was born on December 25, 1985, in Chillicothe OH, to Robert Lee Young II and Francie Jean Julian. Justin was a graduate of Unioto High School, class of 2004, where he played basketball and football. Justin was also a graduate...
Christy Lynn Myers
Feb 8, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christy Lynn Myers, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Christy peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, at the age of 69. She was a resident of Jackson, OH, but her journey began in Chillicothe, Ohio, on September 13th, 1956.
Christy was a graduate of high school...
Charlene Pauletta Neff
Feb 7, 2026
Charlene P. "Cheri" Neff, age 70, passed away peacefully at her home on February 7, 2026, following a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. Though she fought bravely until the very end, God called her home, and she entered His presence in peace.
Born on October 1, 1955, Cheri lived a life rooted in faith, compassion, and unwavering love for...
Tina Marie Nelson
Feb 7, 2026
Tina Marie Nelson, a beloved resident of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on Friday, July 15th, 1955, in Springfield, Ohio, Tina lived a life full of love, laughter, and kindness.
Tina is survived by her loving children: Milisa Dalton of Chillicothe, Michael Dalton of Frankfort, Anthony Dalton of Frankfort, and...
Douglas Keith Gabriel
Feb 6, 2026
Douglas K. Gabriel, 78, of Chillicothe, died unexpectedly at 7:21am February 6, 2026, in Adena Regional Medical Center.
He was born October 19, 1947, in Chillicothe, to the late Floyd D. and Ruth E. (Walker) Gabriel. On June 29, 1969, he married his beloved wife, Juanita K. (Bethel) Gabriel, sharing over 55 years of marriage.
In addition to his wife, he is...
Roy Clarence Burns
Feb 6, 2026
Roy Clarence Burns, 84, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Friday, February 6, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Roy was born on January 10, 1942, in Ross County to Charles Edward and Lucille (Wooldridge) Burns Sr. On April 9, 1962, he married Freda Christine (Oyer) Burns, and they shared 63 years together.
Roy is survived by his...
Joy Lynn Miller
Feb 5, 2026
Joy Lynn (Spradlin) Miller, 70, went to be in the arms of the Lord & her beloved Sam on February 5, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. On July 14, 1955, she was born to the late Raleigh and Helen Spradlin. She had three siblings; Jimmy, Sharon (Robert) Robertson, of El Paso, Texas, and Daniel (Alice-Joy) Spradlin, of Newark, Ohio.
Joy was raised...
Joyce Ann Rahe
Feb 5, 2026
Joyce Ann Rahe, a loving mother, and devoted homemaker, entered into eternal peace on February 5, 2026, at the age of 89.
Born December 10, 1936, she found her greatest joy at home, where her creativity and care were always on display. She loved working in her yard, planting flowers, and tending to her home with pride. Her hands were rarely...
