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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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William "Bill" Thomas Nichols
Jan 8, 2026
William “Bill” Nichols, 75, passed away on January 8, 2026, at Adena Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. He was born on September 20, 1950, to the late William and Roamy (Cox) Nichols. On June 19, 1971, he was united in marriage to Patricia (Dickey) Nichols, who survives. They spent 55 years together where they built a family full...
Linda Lou Hutchison
Jan 8, 2026
Linda Lou Hutchison, 77, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday morning, January 8, 2026, at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.
She was born October 26, 1948, in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late Robert and Eunice (Harrington) Woodruff. On December 31, 1978, she married her beloved husband, Howard E. “Butch” Hutchison, who preceded her in death...
Cathi Deeann Coy
Jan 8, 2026
Cathi Deeann Coy, 63, of Grove City, formerly of Chillicothe, passed away Thursday morning, January 8, 2026, following an extended illness.
She was born November 29, 1962, beloved daughter of Charles Roger and Dixie Lee (Dewey) DePoy.
Surviving is her mother, Dixie Lee DePoy; her children, Colton (Jenny) Coy, Casi (Josh) Army, and Cara (Dylan) Kight; two beloved grandchildren, Miles Army and...
Olivia Dawn Marie Gilmore
Jan 8, 2026
Olivia Dawn Marie Gilmore, of Ray, Ohio, passed away on January 8, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 14, 2025, in Chillicothe, to Chase Gilmore and Destany Sullivan, who survives.
Also surviving is a proud big brother, Markus Bragg III; grandparents, Shawn (Ginny) Staley, Sr., of Ray, Mashell Staley, of Chillicothe, Nicole Herron-Gilmore, of Kingston; great-grandparents,...
Grant Thomas Shea Bohn
Jan 7, 2026
Grant Thomas Shea Bohn, 51, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, January 7, 2026.
He was born June 19, 1974, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Edward Joseph and Patricia Marie (Shea) Bohn.
He is survived by his brothers, Tim Bohn, Allan (Brenda) Bohn, and Daniel (Bethann) Bohn; his nieces and nephews, Eli Bohn, Ethan Bohn, Emily (Clayton) Butcher,...
Michelle Joan Rabbitt Harding
Jan 7, 2026
Michelle Rabbitt-Harding, 79, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away January 7th, 2026, surrounded by love. Her devoted husband, David O. Harding, who spent tireless hours lovingly caring for her was by her side. Michelle was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Bernice Rabbitt.
Michelle was a beloved mother to Ronald Michael Fewster (Jackie) and Lissa Marie (Fewster) Cleary (Vic), and...
Gregory Charles Shope, Sr.
Jan 5, 2026
Gregory "Jumbo" Charles Shope, Sr., 66, of Wilmington, passed away Monday evening, January 5, 2026, at Ohio Hospice of Dayton, following an extended illness.
He was born February 17, 1959, in Portsmouth, Ohio, son of Harry Shope and Kathleen (Ramsey) Vassar. On August 26, 1978, he married his beloved wife, Anita Robin Shope.
In addition to his mother and wife, also surviving...
Karen Lynn Whiting
Jan 4, 2026
Karen Lynn Whiting, 69, of Chillicothe, passed away Sunday afternoon, January 4, 2026 at Hopewell Grove, following a brief battle with cancer.
She was born February 10, 1956 in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late George Whiting and Ruth (Newland) DeLong. She went on to meet her soulmate, Steven Spencer, who survives.
Also surviving are their two sons, Stephen (Lisa Sanford) Spencer,...
Beverly Ann Smith
Jan 1, 2026
Beverly A. Smith, 83, of Chillicothe, went to be with her Lord at 4:15am January 1, 2026, following an extended battle with cancer.
She was born September 3, 1942, in Ross County, to the late Stephen P. and Verena B. (Hill) Wright. On January 5, 1962, she married Larry R. Smith, who survives.
In addition to her beloved husband, Bev is survived...
Tawny Eileen Freeman
Dec 29, 2025
Tawny E. Freeman 64, of Columbus, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 29, 2025, at the Ohio State University Medical Center following a brief illness.
She was born February 11, 1961, in Rochester, PA, to Charles Sr. and Patricia Rose (Barr) Freeman.
Graduating from Chillicothe High School in 1979, she went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Ohio University...
Mary Anna Bethel
Dec 29, 2025
Mary A. (Sexton) Bethel, 80, of Chillicothe, passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born on March 18, 1945, to the late Elwood and Mary Alice (Buskirk) Sexton.
Surviving are her two daughters, Rogena (Scott) Hiles and Jamee (Shawn) Lindsey; grandchildren, Jordan and Brenden Thomas, Aubrey Lindsey, Leeland Judd; nephew, J.R. Sexton. In addition to her parents, she is preceded...
Mary Helen Robinson
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Helen Robinson, 96, of Chillicothe, passed away peacefully at her home on December 28, 2025, surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life building.
Mary’s story began on June 28, 1929, in West Virginia, where she was born to Ephran and Lula Bell Hilton. Life truly began to bloom when she married Elvin “Red” Robinson on November...
David Allen Seymour Sr
Dec 22, 2025
David Allen Seymour Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly after trying to assist his dog Baby on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in the rolling countryside of Ross County, Ohio, on a warm Saturday, August 17, 1957, David lived a life full of love, adventure, and dedication.
A cherished resident of...
Harold "Buck" W Streitenberger
Dec 22, 2025
Harold "Buck" William Streitenberger, a beloved father, neighbor, and friend passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 22nd, 2025, in Chillicothe, Ohio. Born on June 30th, 1930, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Buck led a rich and diverse life filled with love, dedication, and service to his family, community, and country.
He is survived by his loving daughter, Lora Lee Streitenberger-Purpero, two...
John Wayne Roberts
Dec 20, 2025
John Wayne Roberts, 59 years old of Chillicothe Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday December 20th 2025 surrounded by loved ones at Ohio State Medical Center. Leaving behind a farm full of memories, and a family who knows they’ll never find another like him. Heaven just gained the best mechanic, and there is no doubt the tractors up there are...
Barbara Kay Turnmire
Dec 20, 2025
Barbara Kay Turnmire, 70, of Urbana Ohio, passed away on December 20th, 2025.She was born in Urbana Ohio to Harry Turnmire & Martha (Nichols) Turnmire, on January 18th, 1955.
Barbara is survived by her son, Jeremy (Faith) Turnmire of Chillicothe, Ohio; grandchildren Abby and Caleb Turnmire, and Jason; great granddaughter Drexlyn Turnmire, all of Chillicothe; sisters, Deanna Sundheimer, Sally Tabler, Margaret...
Donald Lloyd Knisley
Dec 19, 2025
Donald Lloyd Knisley, 89, of Chillicothe, passed away unexpectedly Friday morning, December 19, 2025 at the Adena Regional Medical Center.
He was born September 10, 1936 in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Roy and Opal (Tarlton) Knisley. On January 14, 1956, he married his beloved wife, Freda (Patterson) Knisley, who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Greg Knisley, Mark (Kathy) Knisley,...
Jesse Alan Book
Dec 18, 2025
Jesse Alan Book, age 34 of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Thursday December 18, 2025.
Jesse was born November 8, 1991 to John O. Book and the late Rhonda L. (Horsley) Lawson in Portsmouth, Ohio.
Jesse was a 2010 graduate of Greenup High School, Greenup, KY. He was currently employed by Walmart as an Auto Care Center Technician. Jesse was a...
Leslie Diane Wright
Dec 18, 2025
Leslie D. Wright, 60, of Circleville, died at 11:10am December 18, 2025, at Circleville Post Acute Care Center following an extended illness. She was born August 15, 1965, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Richard J. "Dick" and Patricia C. "Pat" (Krall) Black, of Chillicothe. On August 30, 1986, she married Tim L. Wright, who survives. In addition to her parents and...
Jose Antonio Gutierrez-Huerta
Dec 17, 2025
Jose A. Gutierrez-Huerta, 44, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on December 17, 2025, in his home surrounded by family, following an extended illness. He was born on May 21, 1981, in Huatusco, Veracruz, Mexico, to the late Artemio Gutierrez-Perez and Victoria E. Huerta-Chavez, who survives. In the year of 2004, he was united in marriage to Shannon (Sammons) Gutierrez, who...
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