Jul 16, 2025

Carol Lorraine (Meenach) Schmid, 88 of Wheelersburg, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 16, 2025 surrounded by family. She was born December 20, 1936, in Scioto County, a daughter of the late Noah Thomas and Lois Lorraine (Gilliand) Meenach.

She graduated from Jackson High school in the class of 1955. She married Paul Oberley in 1957. Carol proudly...

Jul 11, 2025

Chandler Elizabeth Preston , lovingly known by many as "Channy P", passed away on July 11, 2025, at the age of 22. Born and raised in Minford, Ohio. Chandler lived her life with fierce loyalty, a selfless heart, spontaneous spirit, and a bit of beautiful chaos that made her unforgettable to anyone that knew her.

A 2021...

Jul 7, 2025

Sharon Kay Hannah, 68 , of Portsmouth passed away Monday, July 7, 2025 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth. She was born September 6, 1956 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Paul Richard and Glorietta (Griffith) Colegrove and was a national sales rep for Premier Kites.

She is survived by one son, Mike (Julie) Hannah; two daughters,...

Jul 1, 2025

Richard Loren Ramey, 67 , of Franklin Furnace, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at his residence. He was born October 29, 1957 in Portsmouth, a son of the late Robert Loren and Mary Frances (Tosi) Ramey.

Richard was a retired truck driver and diesel mechanic of 47 years of service. He also had a wrecker service...

Jun 27, 2025

Nancy Ackerman-Nash, 71 of Granbury, Texas, was spending time with family in Ohio when on Friday, June 27, 2025 her heart gave away and she passed on at SOMC. She was born October 27, 1953 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Raymond L. and Georgia Faustaine "Tena" (Taylor) Ackerman. She was a 1971 Wheelersburg High School graduate, was...

Jun 14, 2025

Lovell Dwaine Godfrey, 81 , of Clarktown, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at his residence. He was born April 7, 1944 in Jefferson Township, Lucasville, Ohio, a son of the late Chester Arthur and Agnes Ruth (McMillen) Godfrey. Dwaine retired from the A-Plant where he was a Process Operator, a member of Lucasville Masonic Lodge #465, and ran...

Jun 13, 2025

Carolyn Mae Conklin, 82 , of Minford, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born November 19, 1942, in Scioto County, a daughter of the late William Carroll and Ida Mae (Milar) Burchett. She attended Clay Schools but graduated from West Palm Beach High School in West Palm Beach, Florida in 1961. A marriage to...

Jun 13, 2025

Leon Ernest Blackburn, 84, of Minford passed away Friday, June 13, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. He was born January, 6, 1941 in Minford, a son of the late Floyd and Ruth (Conkey) Blackburn, he was a 1959 Minford High School graduate where he excelled in basketball. Leon was an entrepreneur and the proud owner of Skyline Family Restaurant and...

Jun 10, 2025

Fredrick Grant Salisbury, 82 , of Stockdale, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025. He was born on May 24, 1943 to the late Dial and Rebecca (Hagans) Salisbury in Floyd County, Kentucky. Fred worked for Dial Construction Company with his brothers for over 40 years. Fred was a family man. He was a beloved Husband, Dad and Grandpa.

Jun 10, 2025

Janet Ruth Nance, 100 , of Portsmouth, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at Buckeye Forest Rosemount Pavilion. She was born July 11, 1924 in Scioto County, a daughter of the late John W. and Anna Mae (Leenuger) Tingler, she was a former employee of Williams Shoe Factory for 29 years, and also had worked at Burger Chef and...

Jun 8, 2025

Joann Pendleton, 94 , of Minford passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Buckeye Forest at Rosemount Pavilion.

Arrangements are under the direction of Erwin-Dodson-Allen Funeral Home in Minford. Online condolences may be sent to www.edafh.com.

May 31, 2025

Nichole Leigh Blanton, 41 , of Portsmouth, Ohio went to be with the Lord May 31, 2025. She is survived by her parents, mom Kathy Blanton and dad Donnie Kennison; one brother, Zach Kennison and his wife, Alana Kennison; one sister, Bridgett Kennison; two sons, Gauge Traylor and his fiancé, Georgia Ferguson, Mason Lemaster and his fiancé, Dierria Holsginer,...

May 24, 2025

Chad David McHenry, 47, of Minford, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025 at SOMC ER. He was born May 23, 1978 in Portsmouth, a son of Dianne Stidham McHenry and the late Michael McHenry. Chad was 1996 graduate of Minford High School, 2001 graduate of Ohio University and a 2004 graduate of Akron School of Law. He was a...

May 24, 2025

Barbara Jean Jackson, 89, of Lucasville passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Piketon Pavillion in Piketon. She was born May 14, 1936 in Johns County, Mississippi, a daughter of the late Joseph Ransom and Jenah (Hill) Pickering, and was a former housekeeper for Greenbriar Convalescent Center in Wheelersburg. Barbara was a member of Grace Baptist Church, recently attended...

May 18, 2025

Sue Wessel DeAtley, 78 , of Minford, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Portsmouth Health & Rehab. She was born December 25, 1946 in Rubyville, a daughter of the late Leonard S. and Mabel Clausing Wessel. She was a 1966 Clay High School graduate and was a homemaker.

She is survived by one brother, Roy L....

May 13, 2025

Donna Sue Jarrell Jordan, 69 , of Minford, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at her residence. She was born September 29, 1955 in Scioto County, a daughter of the late Walter and Hazel Jarrell.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Franklin Furnace. Arrangements are under the...

May 12, 2025

Darlene Fields, 97 , of Portsmouth, passed away Monday, May 12, 2025 at Best Care Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 1, 1927 in Tram, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Grant and Pearlie Williams May.

She is survived by her son, Dale Fields; grandson, Bryan Knight; one brother, Doug May; grandchildren, and great grandchildren....

May 10, 2025

Russell K. Smith, 33 , of Minford, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at his residence. He was born August 1, 1991 in Dayton, a son of Tim Smith and the late Jacqueline "Jackie" Foster Smith. Russell was an auto repairman, worked in food service and attended Minford Community Church.

In addition to his father, he is...

May 4, 2025

Vickie Ann Davis, 71 , of Weston, Ohio, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born August 24, 1953 in Portsmouth, daughter of the late Paul James and Alma Broughton Haynes and was a homemaker.

She is survived by two sons, Brian (Barbara) Davis of Waverly, Timothy (Carrie) Davis of Hillsboro; seven grandchildren,...

Apr 29, 2025

Cali Marie Roop , infant daughter of Logan and Emma Horsley Roop of Portsmouth passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at SOMC Medical Center.

In addition to her parents, Cali is survived by a sister, Ruby Roop; maternal grandparents, Justin & Ellen Horsley; paternal grandparents, Jason & Joni Roop; maternal great grandparents, Miles & Mary Horsley, Mark...