Jewel (Hamilton) Franks
Apr 26, 2025
Jewel (Hamilton) Franks, 90, of Circleville went peacefully to her heavenly home on Saturday, April 26, with family by her side.
Jewel was born on February 13, 1935, in Pike County, Kentucky to Anthony and Lovel Hamilton. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Sammy Lee, one infant son, Elbert Ray, her...
Jimmie Dale Shato
Apr 18, 2025
Jimmie Dale "Pops" Shato, 78, of Gallipolis, Ohio died Friday, April 18, 2025, in the University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, Kentucky with his family by his side. Jimmie was born November 23, 1946, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Jones) Shato.
A retired Ohio Valley Electric Corporation – Kyger Creek Plant operating...
Ellen (Tipton) Johnson
Apr 17, 2025
Ellen Johnson, 101, of Bidwell, Ohio died Thursday, April 17, 2025, at her home. Ellen was the daughter of the late Will and Letha Tipton, born February 1, 1924, in Higgins, North Carolina. Ellen married Ottis C. Johnson August 26, 1942, at Erwin, Tennessee, and together they spent 61 years of marriage before his death November 22, 2003. She...
Justin "J.J." Jay Doss
Apr 14, 2025
Justin Jay "J.J." Doss., 4, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at his residence. J.J. was born August 30, 2020 in Gallipolis, son of the late Brian Adam Doss and Lora Suzanna Schuman.
A Pre-kindergarten student at Washington Elementary School, Gallipolis, his favorite things included car and trucks, demolition derby and all the orneriness...
Elsa Nicole Doss
Apr 14, 2025
Elsa Nicole Doss, 8, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at her residence. Elsa was born April 21, 2016, in Gallipolis, daughter of Phillip Steven Doss, Gallipolis and the late Lora Suzanna Schuman.
A 3rd grade student at Washington Elementary School, Gallipolis, her favorite movie was "Frozen", from which she was named. She loved...
Phillip Hank Doss, Jr.
Apr 14, 2025
Phillip Hank Doss, Jr., 7, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at his residence. Phillip was born October 6, 2017, in Gallipolis, son of Phillip Steven Doss, Gallipolis and the late Lora Suzanna Schuman.
A 1st grade student at Washington Elementary School, Gallipolis, his favorite things included car and trucks, demolition derby and "hugs"....
Lora Suzanna Schuman
Apr 14, 2025
Lora Suzanna Schuman, 35, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at her residence. Lora was born March 20, 1990, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Carolyn "Sue" Hayman. An avid demolition derby fan, Lora was always seen cheering on her fiancée, Adam Doss, at the local derby.
Lora leaves behind a daughter, Brooklyn...
Brian "Adam" Doss
Apr 14, 2025
Brian "Adam" Doss, 36, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at his residence. Adam was born August 19, 1988, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of Phillip T. Doss, Crown City, Ohio and Carol Sue (Jerry) Lewis, Gallipolis, Ohio. An avid demolition derby fan, Adam was well known and loved on the local circuit, driving car #88 in...
Michael Darin Mcfarland
Apr 12, 2025
Michael Darin McFarland, 57, of Bidwell, Ohio died Saturday, April 12, 2025, at his home following a lengthy illness. Born in El Reno, Oklahoma, he was the son of Sandra and Charlie McFarland, Bidwell.
A 1991 graduate of Marshall University, Michael received a degree in Archeology and continued his association with Marshall University while also teaching GED...
Rebecca "Becky" Lynn (Ramey) Bennett
Apr 6, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Lynn Bennett, 72, of Vinton, Ohio died Sunday, April 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born January 12, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, she is the daughter of Velma Calhoon Ramey, Gallipolis, Ohio and the late Robert Ramey.
Becky was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, Rio Grande, Ohio and a 50 Year 4-H Advisor for...
Connie Ann (Washburn) Sexton-Gibeaut
Apr 2, 2025
Connie Ann Sexton-Gibeaut, 71, of Gallipolis, Ohio died Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. Connie was born in Akron, Ohio, August 27, 1953, daughter of the late William and Norma (Pickrell) Washburn.
A Licensed Practical Nurse, she formerly was employed as a Social Worker for Holzer Hospice who loved spending time with her...
Charles "Charlie" David Cox
Apr 1, 2025
Charles David "Charlie" Cox, 67, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at the Adena Medical Center, Chillicothe, Ohio. He was born in Wellston, Ohio, April 1, 1958, son of the late Robert Wade Cox and Mildred Murphy Cox. He was a member of Laborers Union, a Christian who attended several area churches and was passionate about Harley Davidson Motorcycles....
John "Eddie" Edward Kinney
Mar 14, 2025
John Edward "Eddie" Kinney, 77, of Vinton, Ohio died Friday, March 14, 2025, in the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. John was born September 18, 1947, in Pikeville, Kentucky, son of the late John and Willy (Wick) Kinney. A proud U.S. Army Veteran, he retired from the State of Ohio where he was employed as an...
Carl Colin Webb
Mar 9, 2025
Carl Colin Webb, 71, of Vinton, Ohio passed away peacefully Sunday, March 9, 2025, surrounded by his family in Gallipolis, Ohio. Carl was born March 11, 1953, in Oak Hill, Ohio, son of the late Preston and Iris (Maynard) Webb.
Carl retired from Constellium Aluminum, Ravenswood, West Virginia, January 1, 2018. He married Cindy Blanton Webb October...
James Bernard Rife
Mar 8, 2025
James Bernard Rife, 66, of Cheshire, Ohio, sadly passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025. James was born on June 22, 1958.
James is survived by his father, James Ronald Rife, as well as his son, James Lee Rife. He is also survived by his brother, Nathaniel Thomas Rife, sister in law, Josephine Brioso Rife, and granddaughter, Kailyn...
Paula (Kendall) Hughes
Mar 8, 2025
Paula Hughes, 59, Vinton, Ohio passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Adena Hospital, Chillicothe, Ohio. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, July 15, 1965, to the late Oscar Kendall and Myrtle (Parson) Kendall.
Paula is survived by her children: Scenta Omslaer, Columbus, Ohio, Amber (Craig) McClintic, Vinton, Ohio and Shadina Hughes, Langsville, Ohio; grandchildren: Christian Omslaer,...
Frederick Edward Burdell
Feb 27, 2025
Frederick Edward Burdell, age 82, of Bidwell, Ohio, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Thursday, February 27, 2025, while in Holzer Medical Center. Born December 21, 1942, in Gallipolis, he was the son of the late Francis and Esta (Vollborn) Burdell.
Frederick is survived by his loving sister, Ernestine (Keith) Smith of Bidwell, Ohio. He...
Vilma Helen (Maille) Paradis
Feb 26, 2025
Vilma Helen Paradis, 94, of Patriot, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Holzer Medical Center Emergency Department, Gallipolis, Ohio. Vilma was born May 10, 1930, in East Providence, Rhode Island, daughter of the late Ulric and Ruth (Burgo) Maille.
Vilma worked as an aeronautic quality control specialist and enjoyed hobbies that included embroidery, knitting, reading...
Hayward W. Mccomas
Feb 24, 2025
Hayward W. McComas, 81, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Monday, February 24, 2025, in his home following a lengthy illness. Hayward was a retired Coal Miner and a farmer, born September 23, 1943, to the late Stollie and Beulah (Bradberry) McComas in Lawrence County, Ohio.
A member of White Oak Baptist Church, Gallipolis, Ohio and the United...
Polly Ann (Dorton) Johnston
Feb 19, 2025
Polly Ann Johnston, 80, of Vinton, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in the emergency room of Holzer Medical Center, Jackson, Ohio. Polly was a faithful Christian woman, born November 7, 1944, to the late Curtis and Laurie (Marcum) Dorton at Hetzel, West Virginia. She attended many different churches throughout her life.
She leaves behind her...
