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Russell Burris

Russell Burris

Apr 4, 2025

Russell McKinley Burris Jr. (28) passed away at his Stoutsville home April 4, 2025. He is preceded in death by his grandpa Dale Burris. He was born at Adena in Chillicothe, Ohio on June 2, 1997 to Russell Burris and Rhonda Cain (Todd). He is survived by both parents 4 children Jordan, Sophia, Paisley (Grace), Ciaus (Dezeray) sisters; Chelsea (Ziggy),...

Richard Cook

Richard Cook

Apr 2, 2025

Richard Cook, 96, of Circleville went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 2, 2025. He was born on October 14, 1928 in Marysville, Ohio to William C. and Mary Ellen (Smith) Cook. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Vera Cook; brothers Delmar (Loretta) Cook, Merle Cook, Lutrelle Cook...

Dennis Kettering

Dennis Kettering

Apr 2, 2025

Dennis Kettering, 57, of Circleville passed away on April 2, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1967 in Sabina to Robert and Carol (Denny) Kettering. Dennis an Army Veteran was preceded in death by his mother. Dennis is survived by his father; his wife Kimberly (Maloney) Kettering; children Zoie and Ian Kettering and by siblings Chris Kettering and Jason...

Asa "Ace" Elsea

Asa "Ace" Elsea

Apr 1, 2025

**Obituary for Asa J. Elsea**

Asa J. Elsea, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on April 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Maxine (Barthelmas) Elsea; his brother, Thomas Elsea; and his brother-in-law, Robin Jones. Asa is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Mary Cumming Elsea; his son, Asa Jay Elsea (Amy); his...

David Sealock

David Sealock

Apr 1, 2025

David Doak Sealock of Circleville, OH was born December 21, 1936 in Steubenville, OH. He passed away April 1, 2025 in Circleville, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents Greg and Lucine Sealock of Stockport, OH and his wife of 61, Marge Sealock.

David is survived by his two sons, Brian (Debbie) of Circleville and Barry (Tara Murphy) of...

Roger Ebert

Roger Ebert

Mar 28, 2025

Roger Sherman Ebert, 83 of Circleville, Ohio, passed away on March 28th, 2025, peacefully with family by his side. Born on September 9th, 1941, in Columbus, Ohio. He was a Loving Father to Karen (Randy) Burlew, Roger S. Ebert Jr., David (Tina) Penwell and Mary (Brad) Mathias and a Devoted Grandfather to Angela, Michelle, Reed, Leo, David, Noah, Tyler, Hope,...

Laquita Wagner

Laquita Wagner

Mar 25, 2025

**Obituary: Laquita Wagner**

Laquita Wagner, 91, of Circleville, passed away on March 25, 2025. Born on April 9, 1933, in Lawrence County, Kentucky, she was the daughter of James and Kathryn (Meade) Preston. Laquita was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church, where she joyously sang in the choir. Her passions included mushroom hunting, fishing, and playing bingo. In the...

Amy Davidson

Amy Davidson

Mar 25, 2025

Amy Davidson, 55, of Circleville passed away on March 25, 2025. She was born on December 18, 1969 in Columbus to Jerry and Cathy (Clossman) Haas. She was preceded in death by her mother and siblings Randy S. and Ronnie E. Haas. Amy is survived by her father; husband Mark Davidson; children Devon R. Dunson, Catherine S., Christopher M. (Michelle),...

Carol Stevenson

Carol Stevenson

Mar 25, 2025

Carol Marvine (Neff) Stevenson, of Circleville, Ohio, a loving and devoted mother to her nine children, went home to the Lord, peacefully on March 25, 2025 in Lancaster, Ohio, at the age of 83. Born on April 11, 1941 in Mount Sterling, Ohio. Carol was a pillar of love, strength, kindness, and unwavering support throughout her life.

Carol, was a graduate...

Amy Miga

Amy Miga

Mar 22, 2025

**Obituary for Amy Miga**

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Amy Miga, aged 91, of Circleville, on March 22, 2025. Born in Buffalo, New York, to Henry and Louise (White) Miga, Amy lived a life full of dedication and community involvement.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Lawrence Miga. Amy retired from...

Della "Patty" Whitten

Della "Patty" Whitten

Mar 20, 2025

Della “Patty” Whitten, 76, of Circleville passed away on March 20, 2025. She was born on May 30, 1949 in Ross County to George and Della (Tootle) Bennett. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband David Whitten; brothers Rick, Larry, Tommy and “Punky” Bennett and sister Judy Bennett. Patty is survived by her sons...

Judith Metzler

Judith Metzler

Mar 17, 2025

Judith Ann (Ekers) Metzler left this world for the next grand adventure early in the morning on March 17, 2025. She was 80 years old, having celebrated her birthday last August with friends, family, and the staff at Pickaway Manor, who took good care of “Judy Girl” in her final years.

Judy was freewheeling and fun-loving – a free spirit her...

Clarence Jackson

Clarence Jackson

Mar 15, 2025

Clarence Jackson, 77, of Circleville passed away on March 15, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1948 in Coshocton to Paul and Doris (Landaker) Jackson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings Bob, Byron, Jean, Pauline and Ceola. Clarence a Vietnam Air Force Veteran is survived by his wife Maureen (Thomson) Jackson; children Stewart...

Vickie Anderson

Vickie Anderson

Mar 15, 2025

Mrs. Vickie Lin (Pickell) Anderson, of Laurelville, Ohio departed this world in her home after an extended illness on March 15, 2025, with her beloved husband, Delbert, by her side.

Vickie arrived in this world on July 27, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio to William and Marie (Armentrout) Pickell. She was joined in matrimony with Delbert Anderson on November 3, 1972.

Vickie was...

Karen Jean Smith

Karen Jean Smith

Mar 13, 2025

Karen J. Smith, 72, of Circleville, passed away March 13, 2025 in Columbus. She was born October 6, 1952 in Delaware, OH the daughter of Gerard and Anna Pauline (Strawser) Edeblute. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandchildren Bre`den Smith and Joshua Heath Fairrow and nephew Michael Emerine, Jr. Karen is survived by her husband Daniel Smith, daughter...

Franklin Delano Stroup

Franklin Delano Stroup

Mar 13, 2025

Franklin Delano Stroup, 91, of Stoutsville, passed away March 13, 2025 in Pickaway Manor. He was born on February 28, 1934 in South Salem, OH, the son of William and Hazel (Forsythe) Stroup. He was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church. He worked at Manna Pro for 46 years, retiring in 1996 to enjoy his hobbies of fishing, yard...

Nathaniel Hayes Johnston

Nathaniel Hayes Johnston

Mar 11, 2025

Nathaniel Hayes Johnston, 20, of Circleville died on March 11, 2025 as a result of a car accident. He was born on May 30, 2004 in St. Marys Ohio to Martin and Martha (Hayes) Johnston. Nathaniel was a 2022 Westfall Graduate and loved baseball and his niece Nomi. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Lori Hayes. Nathaniel is...

Ronald Justus

Ronald Justus

Mar 10, 2025

Ronald Lynn Justus, 75, of Circleville passed away on March 10, 2025. He was born on June 18, 1949, in Circleville to Jean and Dorothy (Gates) Justus. Ron worked for Thomson/RCA for 33 years before they closed their doors in 2004. He was an avid Cleveland browns fan and fishing enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda...

Tony "Tom" Wagner

Tony "Tom" Wagner

Mar 10, 2025

Tony “Tom” Wagner, 71, of Circleville passed away on March 10, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1953 in Memphis, TN to Thomas and Laquita (Preston) Wagner. He worked many years at E.I. Dupont and was pastor of Mt. Sterling Baptist Church. He was a Navy Veteran. He was a man of faith in God, devoted to his family,...

Michael Dowland

Michael Dowland

Mar 10, 2025

Michael “Mike” Charles Dowland, 74, of Circleville passed away on March 10, 2025. He was born in Flint, Michigan to Charles and Irene (Park) Dowland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Sandy Wilcox and father-in-law Bill Dountz. Michael is survived by his loving wife Sue (Dountz) Dowland; children Chris (Jeff) Homolka, Michael (Tracy)...

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