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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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James Sexton

James Sexton

Jul 14, 2023

James "Jim" Elliott Sexton, 76, of Waverly, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 14, 2023 at his home. He was born on November 22, 1946 in Jackson, Ohio, son of the late John and Catherine (Hellman) Sexton. On December 31, 1989, he married his beloved wife Sheila Kay (Adams) Sexton, sharing nearly 34 years of marriage. In addition to his...

James Downs

James Downs

Jul 13, 2023

James F. Downs, Jr., 83, of Powell, OH, died July 13 2023, at the Kobacker House, Columbus, following a brief illness.   He was born March 31, 1940, in Chillicothe, to the late James F., Sr. and Helen (Ward) Downs.  On September 17, 1962, he married the former Rose Y. Preston, who preceded him in death on July 7, 2005.  He...

Roger Beaver

Roger Beaver

Jul 13, 2023

Roger A. Beaver, of Chillicothe, passed from this life on July 13, 2023, at the age of 86.  He was born July 7, 1937, in Gallia County, OH, to the late Charles I. and Iva F. (Sanders) Beaver.   He was a lifetime carpenter and loved helping people in need.   Surviving are his children: Lynn (Jerry) Chester, of Chillicothe, Doug Beaver,...

Kevin Bayless

Kevin Bayless

Jul 9, 2023

Kevin Lee Bayless, 63, of Chillicothe, passed away 4:18 am, Sunday, July 9, 2023, at the Ohio State University Medical Center, following an extended illness.   Kevin was born June 24, 1960 in Chillicothe, OH to the late Nancy E. Bayless and Paul Jackson.  Family and friends left to mourn his death and celebrate his life include his son, Phillip Bayless;...

Marilyn Rittinger

Marilyn Rittinger

Jul 9, 2023

Marilyn W. Rittinger, 82, of Chillicothe, died at 11:40am July 9, 2023, at her residence following an extended illness.   She was born November 25, 1940, in Valdosta, GA, to the late Wesley and Lorraine R. (Avery) Ratliff.  On December 31, 1960, she married James E. Rittinger, Jr., who survives.   Also surviving are her children: Jeffrey Rittinger, of Chillicothe, Deborah Rittinger,...

Janice Newman

Janice Newman

Jul 6, 2023

Janice Rose Newman, 76, of Chillicothe, received her heavenly invitation to be with Jesus July 6, 2023 at National Church Residences-Chillicothe, following an extended illness.   She was born May 28, 1947 in Vinton Co. to the late Leo and Sadie Ousley Steele.  On August 3, 1964 she married the love of her life Ronald E. Newman, and they shared 53...

Bertha Staley

Bertha Staley

Jul 5, 2023

Bertha Jean Staley, 65, of Chillicothe, OH passed away on Wednesday July 5, 2023. She was born October 28th, 1957 in Vinton Count to the late Pearl Edward and Goldie (Keaton) Carpenter. At Bertha's request, Cremation has been arranged. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Bertha J Staley , please click here to visit...

Jason Bennett

Jason Bennett

Jul 3, 2023

Jason H. Bennett, 43, of Waverly, died unexpectedly June 28, 2023, at his residence.   He was born March 17, 1980 in Chillicothe.  Survivors include two siblings, Barbie (Brian) Young and Joe (Mindy) Bennett, of Chillicothe; nieces and nephews, Paige Young, Jacob and Tabby Bennett, and MaKayla Sherwood; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his...

Ricky Bennett

Ricky Bennett

Jul 1, 2023

Ricky Allen Bennett, 65, of Chillicothe, passed away Saturday evening, July 1, 2023, at his home following an extended illness. He was born February 17, 1958 in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Henry and Elsie (Gaines) Bennett. He is survived by his daughter, Yvonne Johnson; two grandchildren, Jackson and Quinton; close family friends, Logan and Isis Johnson; four sisters,...

Virginia Henderson

Virginia Henderson

Jun 29, 2023

Virginia Jane "Jeanne" Henderson, 87, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away Thursday evening, June 29, 2023, at National Church Residences - Traditions following a brief illness. She was born on July 30, 1935, in Jackson County, OH to the late Theodore R. and Ruth L. (Oliver) Renshaw.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 33 years, Ivan Dean Henderson of...

Gwendolyn Werner

Gwendolyn Werner

Jun 28, 2023

Gwendolyn Regina (Lewis) Werner, 67, of Chillicothe, passed away early Wednesday morning, June 28, 2023 at home, following an extended illness. She was born March 25, 1956, in Toledo, Ohio, daughter of the late Lorraine (Ratliff) Lewis and George Molloy. She is survived by her beloved daughter and son-in-law, Tammy (Jeff) Hawkins; her grandchildren, Brandon (Kaycie) Hawkins, Wesley (Elizabeth) Hawkins,...

Janice Childers

Janice Childers

Jun 28, 2023

Janice R. "Jan" Childers, 83, of Chillicothe, died at 11:35am June 24, 2023, at Adena Regional Medical Center.   She was born April 25, 1940, in Parnell, Iowa, to the late Clarence and Leona Ollinger.  On July 26, 1971, she married Terry E. Childers, who survives.   Also surviving are their children: Melinda (Dennis) Doane, of Columbus; Andrea (Billy) Elliott, Chillicothe; Jana...

Theresa Wells

Theresa Wells

Jun 27, 2023

On the early morning of June 27, 2023, Theresa Jean Wells passed from this life and into the waiting arms of her parents, John "Hub" Wright and Marie Snyder Wright, to whom she was born on August 6, 1951. Along with Theresa's devoted husband, Robert K. "Bob" Wells, she is survived by her only sister, Sandie Wright Kelly, her brother...

Robert Barr

Robert Barr

Jun 24, 2023

Robert C. Barr, 80, of Chillicothe, died at 3:24am June 24, 2023, at home surrounded by family. He was born April 14, 1943, in Chillicothe, to the late Samuel C. and Dorothy (Miller) Barr.  On March 21, 1969, he married the former Nina L. Blickens, who survives. In addition to his wife Nina, he is survived by nieces Tia (Richard)...

Mark Jones

Mark Jones

Jun 23, 2023

Mark Lee Jones, 61, of Chillicothe, died June 23, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 24, 1962 in Chillicothe to the late Richard and Phyllis Spreer Jones.  Survivors include two brothers, Jack (Kathy) Jones, of Wilmington and Doug Jones, of Chillicothe; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; a special friend, Shawn Ramsey, and her children, whom Mark helped raise,...

Karen Engard

Karen Engard

Jun 22, 2023

Karen L. Engard, 66, of Chillicothe, died on June 22, 2023, at 6:05am, at Hospice of Central Ohio, OSU Wexner, following a brief but courageous battle with leukemia.   She was born July 7, 1956, in Chillicothe to George L. Johnson and Virginia Brown. On December 23, 1982, she married Michael L. Engard, who preceded her in death on February 14,...

Brenda Shelhart

Brenda Shelhart

Jun 22, 2023

Brenda C. Shelhart, 74, of Chillicothe, died at 1:35pm June 22, 2023, following an extended battle with cancer.   She was born October 12, 1948, in Kentucky to the late James and Mildred (Fleenor) Collins.  On June 3, 1989, she married James M. Shelhart, who preceded her in death on March 24, 2010.   Surviving are her son Johnny (Tracie) Mullett, of...

Michael Schaeffer

Michael Schaeffer

Jun 21, 2023

Michael N. Schaeffer, 42, went to be with the Lord on June 21, 2023, at home after a courageous 5-year battle with cancer.   Michael was born in Chillicothe on September 14, 1980.   Michael is survived by his father and step-mother John and Heather Schaeffer, of Chillicothe; mother Julie Bostick of Columbus; son Brock Schaeffer; brothers Johnny Schaeffer of Columbus, and...

Sylvia Barrow

Sylvia Barrow

Jun 19, 2023

Sylvia Ann Barrow, 87, of Chillicothe, went to be with the Lord on June 19, 2023, in Adena Regional Medical Center following a brief illness.     She was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late Chancey and Melba (Glandon) Scott.  On November 7, 1958, she married Donald R. Barrow, who survives.     Also surviving are their daughter Becky Rozell; son Gary Barrow,...

Randel Johnson

Randel Johnson

Jun 14, 2023

Randel L. "Buck" Johnson Sr., 69, of Frankfort, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, at his residence.   His wife Nila survives.   Arrangements are being completed at this time. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Randel Lewis Johnson Sr. , please click here to visit our Sympathy Store .

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