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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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Steve Stoss
Nov 25, 2024
Steve Stoss, 80, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully at his residence on November 25, 2024. He was born December 18, 1943, in Cleveland, OH to the late Steve N. and Mary J. (Keck) Stoss. The viewing will be Monday Dec. 2, 2024, from Noon until 1pm at the Haller Funeral Home & Crematory. His funeral service will be held at...
Jay Metzger
Nov 24, 2024
Jay Bradley Metzger, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24 th , 2024, at the age of 59. He was born in Chillicothe on July 8, 1965, to Donald and Nita (Vest) Metzger. Jay is survived by his daughter, Allison Metzger, and his brother Mark (DeeDee) Metzger, 3 nephews, as well as many other family and friends. He...
Cathy Downs
Nov 24, 2024
Cathy Ellen Downs, 65, of Chillicothe passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in the comfort of her own home snuggled with her pup Minnie. Cathy was born on May 11, 1959, to the late Carl (Dick) and Betty Downs. She is preceded in death by her love Phillip Shonebarger, Daughter, Rosie Downs, Brother, Charlie Downs, and sister, Cassadra (Honey)...
June Ellifritt
Nov 23, 2024
June Esther Ellifritt, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the age of 92. She was born in Chillicothe on August 10, 1932, to Ralph and Florence (Moore) Palmer and married Ira Donald Ellifritt on April 12, 1953. She is survived by her children, Scott E. (Lanie) Ellifritt of Mississippi, and Rebecca E. Alflen, her grandchildren,...
Bonnie Sullivan
Nov 22, 2024
Bonnie L. Sullivan 77, of Chillicothe, passed away Friday evening November 22, at Adena Hospital surrounded by family and friends. She was born May 24, 1947, in Williamsport, Ohio, to the late Laban and Myrtle Parker (Barker). On June 12, 1965, she married Billy J. Sullivan who passed away on February 17, 2022. She is survived by Daughters, Lisa Sullivan,...
Wanda Pierce
Nov 19, 2024
Wanda Lee Pierce, passed away in Chillicothe on November 19, 2024, at the age of 72. She was born in Portsmouth, OH on May 28, 1952, Jack and Eileen (Davis) Weichmamn. She is survived by her children: Rob Simmons, Lola Combs, Leona (Joe) Gardon, Mike (Lorraine) Pierce, and Joy Parsley, her grandchildren; Earl Matty Pierce, Michael (Lillian) Pierce, Layla (Bryce)...
George Mosier
Nov 19, 2024
July 1, 1953 – November 19, 2024 George Edward Mosier, 71, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on November 19, 2024, after an extended illness. Known for his humor, kindness, and devotion to family, George was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. George was born on July 1, 1953, in Springfield, Ohio, to William and Charlotte (Parks) Mosier, the youngest of...
Jay Tackett
Nov 18, 2024
Jay Tackett, 85, of Frankfort, passed away on November 18, 2024. Jay was a remarkable man with a strong work ethic, a kind heart, and a love for life that left a lasting impact on those around him.
Jay found joy in fishing, hunting, and spending time in nature. He was an avid fan of University of...
Beth Schrake
Nov 17, 2024
New Straitsville, Ohio- Beth Elaine Schrake, of New Straitsville passed from this life on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 6:38 pm at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born September 6, 1954 in Chillicothe, the daughter of Claude and Mary Alice Gray. Beth was engaged and lived the past 30 years with her fiancé Dave...
Mary Bobo
Nov 17, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Bobo, 67, of Mason, Ohio, passed away on November 17, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born November 17, 1956, to the late John E. and Betty E. (Hassan) Bobo. She is survived by her siblings, John E. (Eda) Bobo, Jr., Fredrick (Chris) Bobo, Shirley (Roger) Ratcliff, Lorna (Duane) Ison, and Leona (Kenny) Bobo; as well as...
Barbara Strausbaugh
Nov 17, 2024
Barbara Ann "Toots" Strausbaugh, 87, of Chillicothe, passed away Sunday morning, November 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, following an extended illness. She was born May 12, 1937, in Little Birch, West Virginia, daughter of the late Frank Freeman and Eloise (Moore) Farnham. On December 27, 2008, she married her beloved husband, Kenneth Strausbaugh, who survives. Also surviving are...
Karen Rebman
Nov 13, 2024
Karen Marie (Wetzel) Rebman, 83 of Chillicothe, Ohio died peacefully at home early Wednesday morning, November 13, 2024 after a brief illness. Born November 6, 1941 to the late Clyde Aubrey and Margaret Ellen (Arledge) Wetzel, she was preceded in death by the love of her life Carl Rebman. They shared almost 60 wonderful years of love and laughter together. ...
Timothy Kern
Nov 12, 2024
Timothy A. Kern, 64, of Chillicothe, died at his home at 8:44pm on November 12, 2024, following an extended battle with cancer.
He was born March 18, 1960, in Chillicothe, to the late Vernon L. "Buck" and Elaine C. (Clifton) Kern. On March 25, 2000, he married the former Amy M. Morris, who survives.
...Robert Lagard
Nov 11, 2024
Robert L. LaGard, 91, of Chillicothe, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 at his home, following a lengthy battle with colon cancer. He was born March 30, 1933, in Chillicothe, son of the late Ulysses J. and Ruth (Byers) LaGard. On November 3, 1956, he married his beloved wife, Mildred "Mikie" (Black) LaGard, and together they shared nearly 65...
Robert "Bobby" Adams
Nov 10, 2024
Robert (Bobby) Adams, 55, passed away on November 10, 2024. He was born March 31, 1969, in Chillicothe, Ohio to Thomas Jr. and Charlotte Adams. Bobby was known for his love of hunting and fishing. He also loved spending time with family and friends. Bobby is survived by a loving family, a sister, Lora (Tim) Blakeman and a brother, Tommy...
Marcia Ellis
Nov 10, 2024
Marcia Cale Ellis, of Chillicothe, reunited with her husband Tim Ellis, on November 10, 2024 at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following a hard-fought journey with ovarian cancer. She was born on July 27, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio to the late George E. Cale and Anna Shy Cale. On October 3, 2009, she married Tim Ellis, who preceded her in...
Steven Pennington
Nov 9, 2024
Steven R. Pennington, 63, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly November 9, 2024, at Adena Regional Medical Center ER. He was born May 29, 1961, in Cincinnati, OH, to Richard "Dick" and JoAnn (Knapp) Pennington. On September 9, 1994, he married the former Lisa J. Self, who survives. In addition to Lisa, he is survived by his sons: TJ Leit and...
Randall Seydler
Nov 8, 2024
Randall G. Seydler, Jr., 62, of Chillicothe, died unexpectedly but peacefully, in his sleep on November 8, 2024, at his residence.
He was born August 24, 1962, in Columbus, OH, to the late Randall G., Sr. and Edith (Dile) Seydler. On June 26, 2010, he married the former Lisa M. Allen, who survives.
Randal Rhinehart
Nov 5, 2024
Randal H. "Roots" Rhinehart, 65, of Chillicothe, died unexpectedly November 5, 2024, at his residence from an apparent cardiac event. He was born November 22, 1958, in Chillicothe to the late Darrell H. and Joyce A. (Peck) Rhinehart. On December 6, 1983, he married the former Karen K. Perkins, who survives. Randy was the love of her life. Also surviving...
Vivian Hill
Nov 3, 2024
Vivian L. Hill, 89, passed peacefully Sunday November 3, 2024. She was born November 10, 1934 to the late Albert Detty and Cecil (Graves) Detty. On July 5 1957 she married Samuel G. Hill. Surviving are their children, Sam Hill and Lisa ( Michael Brown) Hill. Grandchildren, Adam Hill and Shannon ( Thomas Tennison) Brown. A great grandchild Zariah Tennison....
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