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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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;...

Rose Downard

Rose Downard

Aug 21, 2024

Rose Ann Downard, 78, of Chillicothe, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, August 21, 2024 at Westmoreland Place, following an extended illness. She was born August 6, 1946 in Chillicothe, daughter of the late Robert and Esther Stultz. Surviving is her son, David (Kim) Downard; grandchildren, McKenzie Robinson and Chloe (Dakota) Cooper; her cousin, Gretchen VanMeter; and several very special friends...

George Reeser

George Reeser

Aug 19, 2024

George W. Reeser, 78, passed from this life on August 19, 2024 at the OSU Wexner Medical Center. He was born April 1, 1946 in Circleville, OH, son of the late Howard W. and Wilma J. Reeser. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Howard (June) Reeser. George graduated in 1964 from Circleville High School. From...

Nancy Staffin

Nancy Staffin

Aug 17, 2024

Nancy J. Staffin, 83, of Frankfort, died at 11:34am August 17, 2024, in Grant Medical Center, Columbus.

She was born February 17, 1941, in Wilmington, OH to the late John W. and Ruth (McKinney) Connor.  On January 10, 1977, she married Larry A. Staffin, who survives.

Also surviving are their...

Kenneth Howard

Kenneth Howard

Aug 17, 2024

Kenneth Earl Howard, 78, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully at his home at 3:29pm on August 17, 2024, following an extended illness. He was born September 23, 1945, in Chillicothe, to the late Clayton and Ramona (Anders) Howard.  Following his father's untimely death, his mother remarried William Sibrell, who raised Kenneth.  On July 14, 1966, he married the former Judith...

Barbara Scott

Barbara Scott

Aug 15, 2024

Barbara J. (Veris) Scott, 89, of Chillicothe, died peacefully at her home at 5:37am on August 15, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born August 19, 1934, in Chillicothe, to the late Robert Wright and Gladys Marie (Veris) Farrow. Barbara is survived by her children and their spouses: Kim Allen (Jenise) Veris, of Strongsville, OH, Kevin J. Scott, of...

Carol Gatten

Carol Gatten

Aug 13, 2024

Carol A. Gatten, of Chillicothe, passed away on her 85th birthday, August 13, 2024, at her home following an extended illness.  She was born August 13, 1939, in Ross County to the late Bert and Gladys (Cuckler) Curtis.  On September 16, 1959, she married James Gatten, who survives.

Also surviving are her daughter and son-in-law...

Sue Swackhammer

Sue Swackhammer

Aug 12, 2024

Carol R. "Sue" Swackhammer, 72, of Chillicothe, died August 12, 2024, at her residence following a brief illness.

She was born July 8, 1952, in Williamson, WV, to the late Rell and Sylvia (Parker) Crigger.  On May 6, 1979, she married Lloyd B. Swackhammer, who preceded her in death December 17, 2003.

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Matthew Scheeler

Matthew Scheeler

Aug 11, 2024

Matthew David Scheeler passed away surrounded by family on Sunday August 11, 2024, at the age of 57.  Matthew was born in Chillicothe, OH on January 10, 1967, to Timothy and Maralee Scheeler.  He married his wife Brendaester Switzer on February 14, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Brenda, sons, Alejandro (Samantha) and Leonardo (Kaitlyn), his grandchildren, Catalia, Tyler...

Curtis Winfield

Curtis Winfield

Aug 11, 2024

Curtis Eugene Winfield passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at the age of 51.  He was born in Chillicothe, OH on January 9, 1973, to David Brown and Beatrice Winfield. Curtis is survived by his siblings, Tony Harris, Marette (Alonzo) Woods, Tyrone Brown, Jason Lytle, David "Budda" Brown, Dwayne Lytle, and Jonnie Mae Tyree, as well as many nieces,...

Michael Davis

Michael Davis

Aug 7, 2024

Michael C. Davis, 55, of Chillicothe, passed away on August 7, 2024. He was born December 22, 1969, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late Michael Harold and Dorothy (Bryan) Davis. Michael was a devoted father is is survived by his son, Tyler Davis, and his daughter, Michaela Turner. Michael was a proud veteran of the United Stats Navy. He...

Scott Seymour

Scott Seymour

Aug 7, 2024

Jeffrey "Scott" Seymour of Chillicothe, OH passed away on August 7, 2024 at  1:30pm at the age of 70, after an extended illness, with his wife Cindy by his side. Scott was bon in Chillicothe, OH on July 19, 1954, to the late Robert and Patricia Seymour.  He married Cindy Tarvin in 1987, and they remarried in 2016. He is...

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