Peter Ellsworth Bennett
Jun 9, 2026
Peter Ellsworth Bennett, beloved husband, dad, papa, brother, and friend, passed into his Lord and Savior's arms on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was 75 years old. Born in Chillicothe on Wednesday, May 16, 1951, to Peter O. and Mary E. Bennett. Peter lived a life rich in love, commitment, and service to his community.
On July 20, 1981, Peter married...
Amy Jo Long-Freeman
Jun 9, 2026
On June 9, 2026, Amy Jo (Bouillion) Long unexpectedly passed away peacefully at her home. She was born on July 29, 1968, in Chillicothe, Ohio. Amy’s life was marked by her sparkling style, wicked golf game and a talent for building connections wherever she went.
Family and Survivors - Amy was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia (Leedom) Bouillion, and...
Jeanette "Jenny" Gragg
Jun 8, 2026
Jeanette Gragg, a cherished resident of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on Saturday, August 12, 1939, in Clinton County, Ohio, Jeanette was a beacon of love and kindness whose presence touched everyone she met.
A proud graduate of Buckskin High School's class of 1957, Jeanette embarked on a journey that...
Pamela D. McGarvey
Jun 5, 2026
Pamela D. (Woodruff) McGarvey, 74, of Chillicothe, passed away late Friday evening, June 5, 2026, at Westmoreland Place following an extended illness.
She was born September 7, 1951, daughter of the late Gilbert E. and Hazel (Winks) Woodruff. On July 26, 1975, she married her beloved husband, Steven McGarvey, who preceded her in death January 8, 2020.
Surviving is her daughter, Stacie...
Peggy June Moss
Jun 3, 2026
Peggy June Moss, 87, of Chillicothe, passed away early Wednesday morning on June 3, 2026 at her home with family by her side, following an extended illness.
She was born October 27, 1938 in Gallipolis, OH, daughter of the late John and Xelphia "Cricket" (Neal) Cray. On December 30, 1952, she married her beloved husband, Thomas "Tommy" Moss, and together they...
Lois J Horsley
May 31, 2026
Lois J. Horsley, 73, of Chillicothe, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 31, 2026, at the Ohio State University Medical Center, following an extended illness.
She was born February 28, 1953, to the late Stanley “Buck” and Marian (Creek) Irwin. On June 8, 1973, she married her beloved husband, Michael R. Horsley, who survives.
Also surviving are her children, Bobbie Rericha, Michelle (Billy)...
Thomas Edward Allie
May 31, 2026
Thomas “Tom” E. Allie, 73, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026, following an extended illness. He was born on August 11, 1952, to the late Walter E. and Mary Jane (Phillips) Allie in Gallipolis, Ohio. On February 14, 1992, he married Carol Sue (Dickerson) Allie, who survives.
Also surviving are children, Jason (Victoria) Allie, Dr. Jennifer (Russell)...
Timothy Houlihan
May 27, 2026
Timothy “Tim” Houlihan, 69, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, following a brief illness.
He was born on September 18, 1956 to the late Terence F. and Anna J. (Woodruff) Houlihan in Houston, Texas. On February 22, 1992, he married Treva (Carpenter) Houlihan, who survives.
Also surviving are children, Jeffrey (Susan) Lockett, of Baytown, Texas, Clay (Kimberly) Lockett,...
Mary Ellen Dyer
May 27, 2026
Mary Ellen Dyer, 86, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the home of her daughter following an extended illness.
She was born in Marion, Ohio on March 29, 1940, to the late Luther Gleason and Bessie (Fairchild) Gleason. On June 2, 1956, she married William Robert Dyer Sr., who preceded her in death.
Mary is survived by...
Larry Ingham
May 26, 2026
Larry F. lngham, 87, of Chillicothe, Ohio was ready to meet his Lord on Tuesday, May, 26, 2026 after fighting a long and courageous battle with Myasthenia Gravis and Amyloidosis. He was born on April 17, 1939 to the late Harry and Josephine (Gatten) Ingham. On May 29, 1960, he married Linda Ellifritt, who survives.
Also surviving are children, Diana (Mark)...
Othel Kysor
May 25, 2026
Othel Kysor, 89, of Chillicothe, Ohio, went home to be in the arms of our Lord and Savior on May 25, 2026. She was born on October 17, 1936 to the late Aaron and Dorothy Preston in Virgie, Kentucky. In November 1989, she married Paul Kysor, who preceded her in death on April 13, 2009.
She was a long time member...
Peggy Margaret Kennedy
May 22, 2026
Peggy M. Kennedy, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, entered into rest on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on Wednesday, July 9, 1958, in Painesville, Ohio, Peggy was a cherished resident of Chillicothe, Ohio, where she spent her life nurturing her family and community.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Neil and Margaret Franz,...
Jake Francis LaBello
May 22, 2026
Jake Francis LaBello, at the age of 76, has made his final departure from this corporeal dimension. He passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026 in Chillicothe, Ohio. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on April 18, 1950, he was the son of the late Giacomo ‘Jake’ LaBello (1913-1973) and Gaitana ‘Tinnie’ Ethel Roppolo (1919-1992).
Jake is survived by his three sisters,...
Niraj C. Patel
May 20, 2026
Niraj C. Patel, a computer engineer and life-long resident of Chillicothe, OH, died unexpectedly on May 20, 2026 at the age of 46.
Niraj is survived by his Mother Induben Chhaganbhai Patel; his wife, Yogini Niraj Patel; his daughter, Amira Niraj Patel; his Uncle, Dhirubhai Narottambhai Dhana Patel; and his Aunt, Harshidaben Dhirubhai Patel. His sister, Hema Patel; his Brother in...
Karlton Thomas Wheeler
May 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karlton Thomas Wheeler, a beloved father, brother, and friend, who left us on Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at the age of 54. Karlton entered this world on a chilly Saturday, February 5th, 1972, in Dayton, Ohio, and spent his life spreading warmth and kindness to everyone he encountered.
Karlton was...
Richard Alan Kettler
May 16, 2026
Richard Alan Kettler, 44, of South Salem, passed away early Saturday morning, May 16, 2026 at his home.
He was born October 19, 1981, in Chillicothe, son of the late Henry Francis Kettler and Madonna (Clayton) Kettler. On June 28, 2025, he married his beloved wife, Danielle (Shelhart) Kettler, who survives.
In addition to his mom and wife, also surviving are his...
Rose Mary Graves
May 16, 2026
Rose Mary (Moreland) Graves, 93, passed away May 16, 2026 at Brookdale Assisted Living, Grove City, where she resided the last nine months. Rosie, as she was known by, was born to Clark and Thelma Moreland on November 28, 1932 in Ironton, Ohio. She attended Chillicothe High School. She went on to marry Estel Graves, and together they shared forty...
Barbara Anne Fabrey
May 14, 2026
Barbara Anne Fabrey, 70, of Chillicothe, passed away early Thursday morning, May 14, 2026, at her home, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
She was born July 15, 1955, in the City of Orange, New Jersey, daughter of the late Warren and Elaine (Harrop) Hill. On September 17, 1977, she married her beloved husband, Douglas F. Fabrey, who survives.
Also surviving...
Melissa Pauline Hice
May 14, 2026
Melissa Pauline Hice, 66, of Chillicothe, passed from this life on Thursday afternoon, May 14, 2026 at her home, following a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born January 27, 1960, in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late Wilber and Florence (Temple) Stevens. On July 31, 1981, she married her beloved husband, Kevin D. Hice, who survives.
Also surviving is her daughter,...
JoAnn F Conrad
May 12, 2026
JoAnn F. Conrad, 91, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully at 10:05 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Adena Regional Medical Center.
She was born January 23, 1935, in Troy, Ohio, to the late Sterling and Elsa Rademachir. On September 1, 1951, she married Clarence E. Conrad, who preceded her in death on November 7, 2006.
JoAnn is survived by her daughter,...
