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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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Shirley Schrader

Shirley Schrader

Jan 29, 2023

Shirley L. Schrader, 87, of Chillicothe, died at 1:04pm January 29, 2023, at Traditions of Chillicothe.   She was born August 24, 1935, in Jackson, OH, to the late Everett and Violet (Radcliff) Rippeth. On March 16, 1960, she married Frederick J. "Fritz" Schrader, who preceded her in death December 26, 2015.   Shirley is survived by her sisters Connie Huhman and...

Belinda Moss

Belinda Moss

Jan 29, 2023

Belinda M. Moss, 61, of Chillicothe, died unexpectedly at 8:08am, January 29, 2023, at Adena Regional Medical Center.   She was born April 21, 1961, in Chillicothe to the late Berman E. and Donnamae K. (Morrison) Moss, Jr.   Surviving is her daughter Breeanna K. Moss and her significant other Danny Tackett, Jr; grandchildren: Caiden and Josie Tackett; step-grandchildren Olivia and Grayson...

Cecilia Biddle

Cecilia Biddle

Jan 27, 2023

Cecilia K. Biddle, 52, of Clarksburg, passed away on Friday afternoon, January 27, 2023 at the Adena Regional Medical Center. She was born December 5, 1970 in New Mexico, daughter of Barbara Lear, who survives. Also surviving is her longtime friend and caregiver, Sharon Cochenour. A memorial service to celebrate Cecilia's life will be announced at a future date. To...

Rhonda Downs

Rhonda Downs

Jan 26, 2023

Rhonda D. Downs, 64, of Chillicothe, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at the Adena Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born June 12, 1958 in Wellston, OH to Harold (Susann) Cline and Gloria Daft Cline, who survive.  Also surviving is her son and daughter-in-law, Blake and Kimberly Smallridge; a step-daughter, April (CJ) Adams; two grandchildren, Abbi Malone...

Stephen Rinehart

Stephen Rinehart

Jan 26, 2023

Pastor Stephen A. Rinehart, 65, of Greenfield, has fought the good fight, has finished his course, and kept the faith, and received his Heavenly crown at 4:30am on January 26, 2023, at Mt. Carmel Hospital, Grove City, following a brief illness.   He was born September 23, 1957, in Chillicothe, to the late Gilbert C. and Dorothy M. (Curtis) Rinehart.  On...

Betty Bobo

Betty Bobo

Jan 24, 2023

Betty E. Bobo, 91, of Chillicothe, died January 24, 2023, at Westmoreland Place following an extended illness.   She was born February 4, 1931, in Manchester, NH, to the late Housen and Eva (Sirard) Hassan.  On August 6, 1948, she married John E. Bobo, Sr., who preceded her in death August 28, 1986.   Surviving are her children: John E. (Eda) Bobo,...

Elisha Vanhooser

Elisha Vanhooser

Jan 21, 2023

Elisha B. VanHooser, 44, of Chillicothe, died January 21, 2023, at the Kobacker House, Columbus. His wife Misty survives. Arrangements are being completed at this time. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Elisha Blaine VanHooser , please click here to visit our Sympathy Store .

Abigail Lent-Unger

Abigail Lent-Unger

Jan 20, 2023

Abigail R. Lent-Unger, 37, of Kingston, died January 20, 2023, at the Pavilion at Piketon, following an extended illness. She was born November 11, 1985 in Athens, OH.  Survivors include her parents, Marty and Reba Unger, of Kingston, and Robert and Penny Lent, of Chillicothe; two siblings, Erin (Justin) Bowles and Bradley (Amie) Unger, both of Chillicothe; her maternal grandmother,...

Roberta Kersey

Roberta Kersey

Jan 19, 2023

Roberta "Bobbie" J. Kersey, 86, of Chillicothe, died January 19, 2023, at National Church Residences-Chillicothe, following an extended illness. Bobbie had been a 50 year resident of Colorado Springs, (34 of those years in Black Forest), before moving, and always greatly missing her beloved Colorado mountains.  She worked at St. Francis Hospital and Colorado College before retiring from the University...

Abagail Malone

Abagail Malone

Jan 18, 2023

Abagail Malone, 85, of Chillicothe, died 7:00 pm, January 18, 2023, following a brief illness. She was born December 14, 1937 to the late Samuel and Susie Coon.  On May 1, 1967 she married Luther G. Malone, who died August 1, 2016.  Survivors include 5 children, Rebecca (Henry) Woltz, Johnny Hughes, Ricky (Autumn) Hughes, Melissa Bushatz, and Luther (Patty) II;...

Gloria Naas

Gloria Naas

Jan 16, 2023

Gloria M. Naas, 94, of Kingston, died January 16, 2023 at Berger Hospital, following a brief illness. She was born July 7, 1928 in Franklin Co. to the late Harold and Helen Hammond.  On June 13, 1949 she married Frederick J. Naas, who died March 29, 2001.  Survivors include a son, Dale Naas, Kingston; two grandchildren, India and Daniele Naas;...

Bernice Breeden

Bernice Breeden

Jan 12, 2023

On January 12, 2023 God sent two of his angels to earth to escort Bernice Savage Breeden to her final resting place in heaven. Bernice had fulfilled God's purposes on earth and he was calling her to spend eternity with him. Bernice was born October 9, 1935 at home on the west side of Dayton, Ohio, the only child of...

Clayton Howerton

Clayton Howerton

Jan 11, 2023

Clayton Richard Howerton, 85, of Chillicothe, passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Although Clayton was raised in Portsmouth, Ohio, he was born to Margaret R. (Bauer) and Clayton B. Howerton at St. Ann's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on February 12, 1937. The Flood of 1937 forced the family to Columbus for his joyous arrival. Clayton was a proud 1955...

Evelyn Shreve

Evelyn Shreve

Jan 10, 2023

Evelyn Jane "Duckie" Shreve, 88, of Chillicothe, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, January 10, 2023 at her home, following an extended illness. She was born September 17, 1934, in Lancaster, Ohio, daughter of the late Daniel Lester and Mary Izle (Shumaker) Graham. On August 4, 1956 she married her beloved husband, Paul Lee Shreve, who preceded her in death on...

Janice Bell

Janice Bell

Jan 10, 2023

Janice D. Bell, 84, of Chillicothe, formerly of Ironton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday morning, January 10, 2023 at her home. She was born June 27, 1938, in Ironton, Ohio, daughter of the late Preston Dolin and Lois (Rutledge) Dolin. Surviving is her daughter and son-in-law, Amanda (Gary) Crabtree; grandchildren, Chloe Crabtree, Samantha Crabtree, Chris Crabtree, and Sueann Day;...

James Snyder

James Snyder

Jan 8, 2023

James William Snyder, 76, of Chillicothe, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Signature Healthcare in Chillicothe, following an extended illness. He was born February 1, 1946, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Charles and Nellie (Hertenstein) Snyder. Surviving is his brother, John (Janice) Snyder, of Greenfield; a nephew, John Snyder, also of Greenfield; sister-in-law, Virginia Skaggs; two...

George Boll

George Boll

Jan 8, 2023

Dr. George W. Boll, 90, of Chillicothe, died at home, Sunday, January 8, 2023, following an extended illness. Born March 23, 1932, to Elizabeth and George T. Boll in Rochester, New York.  He graduated from Wellsville High School in New York.  He attended the University of Rochester where he studied the girls, ginmills and football.  His grades reflected this.  While...

Howard Horsley

Howard Horsley

Jan 7, 2023

Howard Dean Horsley, 58, of Chillicothe, passed away Saturday morning, January 7, 2023 at his home, following a 6-month battle with cancer. He was born March 31, 1964, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late James V. Horsley, and Opal (Knisley) Horsley. In addition to his mother Opal, he is survived by two daughters, Jessica Horsley, and Toni Horsley-Bobo; six...

Marcia Hoey

Marcia Hoey

Jan 6, 2023

Marcia Jane Batteiger Hoey, 87, of Chillicothe, died peacefully January 6, 2023, at her residence in the care of her family.   Marcia was born November 20, 1935 in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Russell and Elizabeth "Libby" (Mettler) Batteiger.  On March 17, 1962 at the Presbyterian Chapel, she married James Tennent Hoey, who died October 17, 2010.   Surviving are their...

Jack Berno

Jack Berno

Jan 5, 2023

Jack C. Berno, Jr., MD, 72, of Chillicothe died unexpectedly at 3:15pm January 5, 2023, at Adena Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.   Jack was born December 15, 1950, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, OH, to the late Jack C., Sr. MD and Marilyn (Miller) Berno.  On October 3, 2009, he married the former Robin L. Stump, who survives him.  ...

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