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Darci Leaker
Mar 18, 2026
Darci Michelle Leaker, 39, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on March 18, 2026 in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born December 3, 1986, in Columbus, Ohio.
Darci was a 2005 graduate of Logan Elm High School and throughout her life held many different jobs, most recently working as an entrepreneur running her own cleaning business. She was known for her love of...
Marta Hawley
Mar 15, 2026
Marta Jane Hawley was born on March 10th, 1958 she's the daughter of Alice Marie Hawley and John Hawley. She was born in Columbus, Indiana. She just turned 68 years old. She died on March 15th, 2026. She is now with her mom and dad; her brothers John Hawley and Joe Hawley and her sister Pamela Hawley. She leaves behind...
Bonnie Morrison
Mar 15, 2026
Bonnie Morrison, 84, of Circleville passed away on March 15, 2026. She was born on December 15, 1941 in Circleville to Vaughn and Mabel (Kocher) Grubb. She was active in Heidelberg Church. She enjoyed her grandchildren, being outside doing her flower gardens and exercising at the Senior Center. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by son...
Eliana Kuebler
Mar 13, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eliana Mabel Kuebler, who brought immeasurable light and love into the world in her 10 beautiful years. Born on August 29, 2015, Eliana lived a life full of joy, creativity, and boundless affection.
Eliana was a bright and sparkly soul who loved to dance and express herself in imaginative and...
Matthew Justice
Mar 10, 2026
Matthew Justice, 61, of Circleville, passed away on March 10, 2026. He was born on January 29, 1965, in Circleville to James Justice and Rosemary Griffey. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosemary Griffey. Matthew is survived by his father and stepmother, James and Barbara Justice; his siblings, Deborah Justice and Thomas Griffey; and many friends and extended...
Harold "Sam" Reeser
Mar 10, 2026
Harold “Sam” Reeser, 83, of Circleville passed away on March 10, 2026. He was born on January 18, 1943, in Circleville to Robert and Katherine (Lape) Reeser. Sam an Army Veteran was preceded in death by his parent and siblings Evelyn Hensley and Richard, Max, Robert, Howard Reeser and Sheila Myers. He was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist, Elks...
Richard Otenberger
Mar 9, 2026
Richard Otenberger, 80, of Londonderry passed away on March 9, 2026. He was born on May 10, 1945 in Springfield to Russell and Mary (Nerh) Otenberger. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by children Shirley, Brenda, David and Laura. Richard is survived by his wife Doris (LeMay) Otenberger; children Keith Otenberger, Larry (Dee) Vanover and Jack...
David Blue
Mar 8, 2026
David A. Blue, 90, of Circleville, went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2026. He was born on July 2, 1935, in Circleville, the son of Chester A. Blue and Irene Dreisbach Blue. He was one of six children. He graduated from Circleville High School in 1953. He was proceeded in death by his parents, his first wife,...
Lawrence R Mannon
Mar 8, 2026
Lawrence R. Mannon, 57, of Laurelville passed away on March 8, 2026. He was born on June 6, 1968 in Huntington, WV to Bobby and Linda (Cook) Mannon. In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife Heidi (Jeffrey) Mannon; children Erin Grace (Stephen) Buckner, Hannah Morgan (Orlando); grandchildren Gabriel Simon and Avery Peyton Buckner and best friend...
Michael Vandagriff
Mar 8, 2026
Michael Vandagriff, 48, of Adelphi passed away on March 8, 2026. He was born on June 5, 1977 in Circleville to Franklin and Kathleen (Crago) Vandagriff. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Christina Daugherty. Michael is survived by his children Michael II, Joseph and Evan Vandagriff; siblings Scott (Chris) Vandagriff, Robert Vandagriff; nephews...
Connie Wilkins
Mar 6, 2026
Connie Kay Wilkins, 74, of Circleville, died March 6, 2026 at her residence. She was born September 17, 1951 in Pickaway County, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her father, Paul and Mother, Margaret Giffin, sister, Barb McManus and brother, Robert (Mary) Giffin. She was previously employed at Pickaway Manor, Good Hands of Circleville and Accentcare. She is survived...
Eileen Goldsberry
Mar 5, 2026
Eileen M. Goldsberry, 87, of Circleville, after a 2 month illness, she passed away at her home with her daughter and son-in-law. She was a strong woman who fought many health obstacles the past 2 years. She was born on June 30, 1938 in Ipswich, England, the daughter of James Frederick and Edith (Mattin) Orvis. She was preceded by in...
Charles Holbrook Jr.
Mar 2, 2026
Charles Holbrook, age 95, passed away peacefully March 2 at Pickaway Manor, Circleville, Ohio. Charles was born January 5, 1931, in Ross County, Ohio, and graduated from Stoutsville High School in 1949. He proudly served in the United States Army, Company D, 223rd Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, in Korea, where he received the Combat Infantryman Badge. Upon returning home...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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