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Sharon Gulick
Jun 17, 2025
Sharon Gulick, 80, of Circleville passed away on June 17, 2025. She was born on October 25, 1944 in Circleville to James and Mildred (Coates) Gulick. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her siblings Earl, Martha, Robert and Jess “Ted” Gulick. Cremation has been observed. Online condolences can be made to www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com.
John "Johnny Ned" Cochran
Jun 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of John (Johnny) Neal Cochran It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John (Johnny Ned) Neal Cochran, age 60, of Blacklick, Ohio. A beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, Johnny’s life was marked by his love for family, his dedication to his work, his care for others and The Ohio State Buckeyes. Johnny...
Melvin Morris
Jun 14, 2025
Melvin Morris, 92, of Circleville passed away on June 14, 2025. He was born on September 23, 1932 in Harrisonville, Ohio to Melvin and Amanda (Stanley) Morris. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Wanda (Logan) Morris; sisters Maxine Morris and Betty Cone and by sister-in-law Cheryl Morris. Melvin a Korea Army Veteran is...
Marcella Goodman
Jun 13, 2025
Marcella Marie (Downs) Goodman, 90, entered the gates of Heaven in the earlyafternoon of Friday, June 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born October 11, 1934, in Hocking County to the late Marshall and Eloise Downs. On May 28, 1966, Marie married the love of her life, Charles “Bud” Goodman in Laurelville, Ohio. They were married one month...
Susan Carroll
Jun 12, 2025
January 13, 1962-June 12, 2025
Susan (Sue) Carroll went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Sue fought a hard battle with schleroderma for almost 17 years, brave and strong until the very end.
Susan was born in Lancaster,
Ohio to Eula Jane (Green)and Raymond Carroll.
Susan is survived by her partner of 36 years, Mike Boals, and only son,...
Mark Paxton
Jun 11, 2025
Mark Paxton, a devoted farmer and cherished member of the Laurelville community, passed away on June 11, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on May 7, 1956, in Circleville, Ohio, Mark's life was marked by his deep connection to his land and family.
As a lifelong farmer, Mark dedicated his days to cultivating the fields he loved. He enjoyed arrowhead...
Kenneth Ray James
Jun 10, 2025
Kenneth Ray James, 36, of Londonderry died on June 10, 2025 as a result of an auto accident. He was born on May 30, 1989 in Columbus to Davie and Sara (Brumfield) James who survive. In addition to his parents he is survived by children Mason Allen James and Madelyn Rae James; siblings Jessica (Nathan) Vanover and Davie James Jr....
Randy Brown
Jun 10, 2025
Randy Brown, 71, of Circleville passed away on June 10, 2025. He was born on July 29, 1953 in Akron to Joseph and Joyce (Butcher) Brown. He was a longtime employee of Bob Evans. Randy loved feeding the squirrels and going to local coffee shop. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by many aunts and uncles....
Sheila Myers
Jun 9, 2025
Sheila Myers, 80, of Circleville passed away on June 9, 2025. She was born on September 14, 1944 in Pickaway County to Robert and Katherine (Lape) Reeser. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband David Myers; brothers Richard, Robert, Howard and Max and a sister-in-law Clara Reeser. Sheila is survived by her children Brenda...
Roderick Shasteen
Jun 7, 2025
Roderick Shasteen, 86, of Circleville passed away on June 7, 2025. He was born on March 4, 1939 in Circleville to William and Gertrude (Parks) Shasteen. He was preceded in death by his parents. Roderick is survived by his wife Saundra Fay (Lindsey) Shasteen; children Robin (Paul) Cornwell, Brett Shasteen (Joy Smith), Ty (Kelly) Shasteen; 10 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren;...
Jennie Wharton
May 30, 2025
Jennie A.Wharton, 90, of South Bloomingville, OH passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on May 30, 2025. She was born on February 28, 1935 in Laurel, Delaware to the late G. Thomas and Olive (Bush) Scott of Laurel, DE.
On September 4, 1953 Jennie married the love of her life, Trent Wharton and they created their lifetime of...
Todd Fortner
May 29, 2025
A. Todd Fortner passed away peacefully, though unexpectedly at home on May 29, 2025.
Todd was born to William and Patricia Fortner in Joliet, Illinois on December 27, 1973. They moved back to Ashville, Ohio where Todd was raised. He was a 1992 graduate of Teays Valley High School where he was a friend to many and found his passion for...
Gary Caldwell
May 28, 2025
It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the loss of Gary V. Caldwell. Gary passed away in the early hours of May 28, 2025, at the age of 77 in Washington Court House, Ohio. Gary was born October 3, 1947 in Sultan, Washington to the late George and Eleanor Caldwell.
Throughout his adult life, living in the Mt. Sterling,...
Joseph Pence
May 28, 2025
Joseph Pence III, 55, of Circleville passed away on May 28, 2025. He was born on May 1, 1970 to Joseph II and Beverly (Parker) Pence. He was preceded in death by his mother. Joseph is survived by his father; children Kristina (Thomas) Higgins, Leslie Pence, Joseph Pence IV, Isaac Pence, his significant other Diane Aeschbacher; grandchildren Reece Fairchild, Draco...
William Parrott
May 25, 2025
William Parrott Jr., 82, of Circleville passed away on May 25, 2025. He was born on February 3, 1943 in Moorefield, VA to William and Cora (Trent) Parrott Sr. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings Cora Hale, Loretta Parrott Sexton, Earline Rose Parrott and Alease Juanita Cook. William is survived by his wife Ruth...
Teresa Irwin-Bowser
May 25, 2025
Teresa Lynn Irwin-Bowser passed from this Earth peacefully on Sunday May 25, 2025 at Mt. Carmel Grove City Hospital surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on December 8, 1959 to James and Virginia (Owens) Irwin who were waiting with open arms to welcome her to her eternal home.
Teresa graduated from Teays Valley High School, Class of...
Bonnie Hanlin
May 22, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bonnie (Thurston) Hanlin on May 22, 2025. She passed peacefully at home at the age of 91 years old. Born in Laurelville, Ohio to the late Robert and Leila (Gumm) Thurston. She was a longtime resident of Ganado, Texas. A primitive Baptist, she worked as a caregiver for many years....
Dorothy Hewitt
May 22, 2025
Dorothy Hewitt, 94, of Circleville passed away on May 22, 2025. She was born on July 2, 1930 in Portsmouth to Howard and Margaret (Hartshorn) Crull. Dorothy was a member of Community United Methodist Church, sang in the church choir, was a Red Cross and Berger Hospital Volunteer and a homemaker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in...
Mary Jane Smallwood
May 22, 2025
Mary Jane Smallwood, 78, of Ashville passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:39 a.m. at home. She was born December 5, 1946 in Circleville, Ohio, the daughter of Ruth Mary and Walter McCabe. In addition to her parents, Mary Jane was preceded in death by sisters Marlene Schultz and Connie McCabe. Mary Jane was a hairdresser for 30...
Albert Schuman
May 17, 2025
Albert Schuman, 88, of Laurelville passed away on May 17, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1937 in Cleveland to Albert W. and Francis (Frischkorn) Schuman. Albert retired from RCA and was an EMT-Fireman in Amanda and was a motorcycle rider in Clubs in Circleville and Chillicothe. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by children...
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