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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Michelle Valentine

Michelle Valentine

Sep 29, 2024

Michelle Janette Valentine, 56, of Chillicothe, passed away Sunday evening, September 29, 2024 at her home, following an extended illness. She was born January 4, 1968 in Millington, Tennessee, beloved daughter of Janet (Dyke) Valentine. She went on to graduate from the Pioneer School in Ross County, and later worked for First Capital Enterprises where she made numerous lifelong friends....

Emma'Lee Wright

Emma'Lee Wright

Sep 25, 2024

Emma'Lee Sue Wright was born with Angel Wings on September 25, 2024, Survived By: Parents, Tori and Trevor Wright ;Siblings, Everleigh and Evan Wright; Grandparents, Jennifer Elliott, Susan and Maceio Wright. Tiny little fingers, Feet that won't walk, Eyes that won't open, And a heart that stopped. We held you and cried, As we said our goodbyes, Our precious...

Robert Counts

Robert Counts

Sep 24, 2024

Robert Christopher Counts passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.  He was born in Chillicothe on November 19, 1958, to Rondeau and Dorothy (Olson) Counts. He is survived by 3 sisters and preceded in death by his parents and 1 sister. Robert graduated from Zane Trace High School in 1976 and then attended Ohio University prior to joining the Army...

Michael Palumbo

Michael Palumbo

Sep 24, 2024

Michael Joseph Palumbo, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on September 24, 2024.

He was born February 16, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Shirley Witherell and Henry John Palumbo. In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his son Shawn Palumbo and brothers Anthony Palumbo and Paul Palumbo

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Lieutenant Colonel Michael D Snyder

Lieutenant Colonel Michael D Snyder

Sep 22, 2024

Michael D. Snyder, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on September 22, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on August 16, 1951, in Cherry Point, North Carolina, he was one of four children to Wellington C. Snyder and Helen M. Morehouse (Snyder) of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mike graduated from Wapakoneta High School in 1970 and immediately enlisted...

Marilu Artrup

Marilu Artrup

Sep 21, 2024

Marilu (Boyer) Artrup passed away on September 21, 2024 in Circleville, Ohio.  She was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 17th, 1930  to the late John and Ruth Boyer.  Marilu married Robert Artrup on May 8, 1948 and they were together for the past 76 years. Robert passed earlier this year. She is survived by her children, Marianne McGuire,  Robert...

John N. Gunning Iii

John N. Gunning Iii

Sep 20, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John N. Gunning III on September 20, 2024, at the age of 78.  John passed peacefully at 4pm, surrounded by the love of his family, and is no longer in pain.  He was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 9 th , 1946, to John and Olive Gunning.  John...

Robert Evans

Robert Evans

Sep 19, 2024

Robert Clark Evans finished this life on September 19, 2024 after 84 years full of laughter and love. Bob, as he was known by all, never met a stranger, had a story for every occasion and loved his family and community fiercely. Born on July 23, 1940, he was the youngest child of Kate and Charlie Evans. He is preceded...

Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith

Sep 14, 2024

Melissa Sue Smith, beloved wife and dear mother, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2024, at the age of 56. Melissa was born February 13, 1968, in Portsmouth to Lloyd Jackson and Shirley Wright.  She leaves behind the love of her life, husband Dondi Smith of 20+ years. She has a kind, beautiful soul that had love and support for...

Donnie Davidson

Donnie Davidson

Sep 7, 2024

Donnie Ray Davidson, 55, of Chillicothe, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at his home, following an extended illness. He was born May 21, 1969, in California, son of Sherman and Rose Davidson. In addition to his father, Sherman, Donnie is survived by his daughter, Donraya Davidson; step-daughters, Pamela Penick-Griffin, and Bessaretta Jordan; step-grandchildren, Rah'Mya Standmore, and Xavier Marburry;...

Leila Martin

Leila Martin

Sep 7, 2024

Leila Justine Martin, 91, died Sept. 7 after a lengthy illness. She was born June 28,1933, to Ernest and Jewell (Thornton) Roach in Lawrence County, Ohio. On Feb. 17, 1951, she was married to Donald "Pepper" Martin, who died Aug. 9, 2000. She is survived by two sons: Dr. Jeffrey Kim (Jane) Martin of Chillicothe and Columbus and Gregory Kent...

Stanford Williamson

Stanford Williamson

Sep 6, 2024

Stanford Jerry (Stan) Williamson, 70, of Chillicothe passed peacefully from his earthly life on September 6, 2024 while a resident of Embassy of Valley View, Frankfort with his loving wife at his side. His long battle with Lewy Body Dementia/Parkinson's is behind him as he now stands beside his precious Lord, strong, whole and of sound mind. Stan was born...

Howard "Bosco" Stewart

Howard "Bosco" Stewart

Sep 4, 2024

Howard "Bosco" Stewart, Jr., 66, of Bourneville, died at 5:27am September 4, 2024, at his home following an extended illness.

He was born March 3, 1958, in Chillicothe, OH, to the late Howard Stewart, Sr., and Barbara (Lane) Chaney.

Surviving are his daughters Brooke Stewart and Janna (Robbie) Phipps, both of Chillicothe;...

Robert Hurst

Robert Hurst

Sep 1, 2024

Robert Eugene Hurst, "Popcorn," 69, of Chillicothe, passed away on September 1, 2024, as a result of a boating accident.

He was born August 25, 1955, in Chillicothe, to the late Carolyn Boydston and Robert Hurst.  In addition to his parents, Bobby was predeceased by a sister Lisa Hurst. Surviving are a host of cousins...

Mary Mccoy

Mary Mccoy

Sep 1, 2024

Mary Sue McCoy passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at the age of 96.  Mary Sue was born on July 14, 1928 in Chillicothe to John Franklin and Minnie Viola (Rittenhouse) Rowe. She married Donald Dean McCoy, the love of her life, on February 11, 1947. Mary Sue is survived by her two children, Michael (Datha) McCoy and...

Cheryl Hitchens

Cheryl Hitchens

Aug 27, 2024

Cheryl Anita Hitchens, 83, of Chillicothe, Ohio, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, at 5:37 pm, surrounded by her loving family. After a brief illness and a courageous battle with cancer, which she triumphantly overcame in May of 2024, she passed peacefully into glory.

Cheryl was born on April 28,...

Dot Bennett

Dot Bennett

Aug 27, 2024

Dot Elizabeth Bennett, 80, of Chillicothe, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10:58am at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. She was born June 25, 1944, in Stone Coal, West Virginia, daughter of the late Rubin and Vinnie Copley. On January 20, 1978, she married her beloved husband, George Everett Bennett, and together they shared...

Marjorie Robinson

Marjorie Robinson

Aug 27, 2024

Marjorie A Robinson of Chillicothe passed away on August 27, 2024.  She was born in Circleville, OH on September 13, 1943 to Frank and Edith (Byrd) Smith.  She spent 52 years with her loving husband Jerry Robinson before his passing in April 2016. She is survived by her children Jennifer Robinson of Chillicothe, and Tara Beverly of Columbus, by 15...

William Tackett

William Tackett

Aug 25, 2024

William Henry Tackett passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 82.  He was born August 24, 1942, in Paintsville, Kentucky to the late Henry and Ruchie Tackett. William is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia (Follrod) Tackett, his children, Bobby (Pam) Hippen of Columbus, Kimberly (Rod) Johnson of Washington Court House, Melissa (Dr. Jeff)...

Mary Huff

Mary Huff

Aug 24, 2024

Mary Corrinne (Mead) Huff, went home to be with the Lord on August 24, 2024 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 5, 1933 to George M. and Nancy Kathyrn (Robertson) Mead in Chillicothe, Ohio. On July 5, 1952, she married her beloved husband, Ray N. Huff, who survives. Also surviving is their son, Mark (Shannon) Huff, of Chillicothe;...

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