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Charles Emerald Boltenhouse, Jr.

Charles Emerald Boltenhouse, Jr.

Mar 1, 2026

Charles Emerald Boltenhouse, Jr., 99 of Circleville, passed away on March 1, 2026 at Berger Hospital. He was born on December 19, 1926, the son of Charles and Leona (Tomlinson) Boltenhouse. He was an U.S. Army and Air Force Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Alice (Hickey) Boltenhouse and brothers, Lawrence, John and Jimmy Boltenhouse. He...

Anita Doty

Anita Doty

Feb 28, 2026

Anita G. Doty, 37, of Circleville, passed away on February 28, 2026. She was born on August 26, 1988 in Columbus. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Doty; step-dad, Raymond Giffin; grandparents, Anita Doty, Mildred Mills and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by her spouse, Charles Carey; mother, Darlena Giffin; sisters, Kathy (Marion) Giffin, Erica...

Troy Lee Chaffin

Troy Lee Chaffin

Feb 28, 2026

Troy Lee Chaffin, 90, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026 at home with family in Stoutsville, OH. He was born January 3, 1936, in Webb West Virginia to Dennie Lee Chaffin and Ardith Chaffin (Chapman). He coached both boys & girls youth baseball & softball, taking the girls team to 3rd place in the state. He was preceded in...

Sabrina Rose Alphin

Sabrina Rose Alphin

Feb 28, 2026

Sabrina Rose Alphin, 66, of Circleville, passed away peacefully at her home on February 28, 2026. She was born on March 19, 1959, in Circleville, OH, to Harold and Ethel (Ebby) Haddox. A lifelong resident of Pickaway County, Sabrina was a familiar and friendly face to many. Throughout her life, she held several different employment positions within the community, making...

Ryan Isaac Roy Wurtzel

Ryan Isaac Roy Wurtzel

Feb 28, 2026

Ryan Isaac Roy Wurtzel, 32, of Stoutsville, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on December 9, 1993 in Circleville. He was proud of his recovery and he was becoming closer to God. He was baptized 6 years ago. He was preceded in death by his sister, Tayler Fowler and grandfather, Ron Hamilton, step grandmother Joy Manbevers. He...

Brian Anthony Booth

Brian Anthony Booth

Feb 26, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Anthony Booth, who left this world far too soon on February 26, 2026, at the age of 44. Brian was born on June 24, 1981, to Russell Booth Jr. and Carol Booth (Lemaster). He was preceded in death by his father, Russell Booth Jr. Brian was a beloved...

Marjorie Happeney

Marjorie Happeney

Feb 24, 2026

Marjorie M. (Rinehart) Happeney, age 91, surrounded by her family, went to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on February 24, 2026.

Margie was born October 24, 1934 in Pickaway County, Ohio, where she lived her entire life. Her parents were Forest and Marvene (Peters) Rinehart. She had two siblings, Clarabelle (Carter) and Donald Rinehart, all of whom predeceased her.

Margie graduated...

Janice Morris

Janice Morris

Feb 22, 2026

In Loving Memory of Janice Kay Morris, 84 of Williamsport Ohio born who passed on February 23, 2026 of natural causes. Janice grew up in Anderson IN, daughter to Hortense E Bryant-Thompson and Robert April Thompson. She graduated from Madison Heights High School, was a member of the International Order of the Rainbow Girls, choir and school musicals, and was...

Ronald Christman

Ronald Christman

Feb 21, 2026

Ronald Wilford Christman, known to family and friends as Ron and Ronnie, age 55 of Amanda, Ohio passed away February 21, 2026 after a battle with cancer, marked by unwavering strength. He was born December 12, 1970, in Larimore, North Dakota, to the late James and Virginia Christman. Ron honorably served his country as a United States Marine, carrying the...

Donna Ruck

Donna Ruck

Feb 20, 2026

Donna Ruck, 90, of Circleville passed away on February 20, 2026. She was born on September 17, 1935 in Parkersburg, WV to Donald C. and Rudolphia (Urschel) Marshall. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband George Ruck and brother Jim Marshall. Donna is survived by her children Nancy Curtis, George Mike (Karen) Ruck, Greg...

Beverly Downs

Beverly Downs

Feb 20, 2026

Beverly Louise Downs (1953–2026)

Beverly Louise Downs, a woman of sharp wit and a heart of gold, passed away February 20, 2026 at the age of 72. A lifelong resident of the Kingston and Circleville area, Beverly was known for her honesty—you never had to wonder what she was thinking, because she was more than happy to tell you.

A 1971 graduate...

John Hickey

John Hickey

Feb 19, 2026

John Hickey, 75, of Lancaster passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born on October 7, 1950 in Circleville to William and Delores (Reed) Hickey. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings Tim and Jerry Hickey. John is survived by his wife Rose Ann (Hayes) Hickey; children John William (Regina) Hickey, Michelle Lynn (Andrew)...

April McNichols

April McNichols

Feb 18, 2026

April McNichols, 54 of Laurelville, Ohio passed away at her family home on Wednesday February 18, 2026. She was surrounded by her loved ones as she lost her courageous battle with Breast Cancer. She was born April 29, 1971 in Circleville, OH to Ronald and Beverly (Hinton) McNichols. She was preceded in death by her parents. April is survived by...

Barbara Ray

Barbara Ray

Feb 17, 2026

Barbara Sue Ray, age 81, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on May 5, 1944, Barbara lived a life devoted to her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Her strength, warmth, and unwavering love shaped generations, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who...

Carson Cantrell

Carson Cantrell

Feb 16, 2026

Carson Cantrell, 79, of Circleville passed away on February 16, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1946 in Baltimore, MD to Lafie and Louise (Woodrow) Cantrell. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Ginger (Jenkins) Cantrell; son James Cantrell and siblings Bud Cantrell, Jeanie Coleman, Glenn Cantrell, Ruth Harman and Debbie Cantrell. Carson...

David Hennen

David Hennen

Feb 16, 2026

David Hennen, 83, of Laurelville passed away on February 16, 2026. He was born on December 6, 1942 in Washington PA to Glen and Marie (Edmonds) Hennen. He worked in Research and Development for 35 years at G.E. in Worthington. He enjoyed the outdoors and fishing with the grandkids. He was a Navy Veteran. David is survived by his wife...

Faye Schreiner

Faye Schreiner

Feb 15, 2026

It is with deep love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we remember a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, missionary, and faithful servant of the Lord. Faye passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 15, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Born on September 2, 1937 to John and Virginia (Latimer) Glauner and raised in Springfield Ohio, she carried...

Robert F. "Bob" Azbell

Robert F. "Bob" Azbell

Feb 9, 2026

Robert F. “Bob” Azbell, 91, of Circleville, passed away February 9, 2026 at his residence. He was born on May 20, 1934 in Pickaway County, the son of Kenneth and Violet “Faye” (Stevens) Azbell. He was a Korean War Veteran, Bronze Star recipient, serving from 1950-1953 and was retired from DuPont with 37 years of service. He was an avid...

John Glick Jr.

John Glick Jr.

Feb 8, 2026

John W. Glick, Jr., 72, of Circleville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, February 8th, 2026 at Riverside Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

John was born on April 5, 1953, in Logan, Ohio, to Rev. John W. Glick, Sr. and Joan Glick, who preceded him in death.

John graduated in 1971 from Teays Valley High School. He was the self-employed owner of Glick Oil...

Dale Rogers

Dale Rogers

Feb 7, 2026

Dale Allen Rogers, 92, of Circleville, Ohio, passed peacefully on February 7, 2026.

Born on November 10, 1934, in Circleville, Dale lived a long life shaped by dedication, quiet joy, and deep love for family and community. He shared 71 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, June, a partnership built on love, loyalty, and countless shared memories.

Dale worked for...

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