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Norma Schuman

Norma Schuman

Dec 10, 2025

Norma Schuman, 90, of Laurelville passed away on December 10, 2025. She was born on January 16, 1935 in Lancaster to Paul and Mildred (Schleich) Coss. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Albert Schuman. Norma is survived by children Ronnelle (Ron) Atwood, Donald (Chris) Beeman; step children Cathy (Aziz) Turkoglu and Bruce Schuman;...

Robert Blanton

Robert Blanton

Dec 7, 2025



Robert Blanton, 40, of Galloway passed away on December 7, 2025. He was born on December 15, 1984 in Columbus to Robert and Lisa (Griffey) Blanton. Robert was an avid pool player, life of the party and a jokester. He was preceded in death by his mother. Robert is survived by his father; son Matthew Blanton; girlfriend Felicia Allman; brothers...

Dorothy Crecco

Dorothy Crecco

Dec 7, 2025

Dorothy Crecco, 70, of Circleville passed away on December 7, 2025. She was born on June 27, 1955 in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dorothy moved to Circleville with her fiancé to be closer to her daughter Tracy and granddaughter Alisha. In addition to her mother Dorothy (Luddy) Paolacci she was preceded in death by a daughter Lisa Allen and a...

Larry Betts

Larry Betts

Dec 7, 2025

Larry Betts, 79, of Circleville passed away on December 7, 2025. He was born on July 23, 1946 in Circleville to William “Bob” and Florence (Dresbach) Betts. Larry was an Army Veteran. Larry was a barber for 50 plus years. He is preceded in death by his parents. Larry is survived by his wife Charlene (Green) Betts; children Matthew and...

Donald Greenlee

Donald Greenlee

Dec 5, 2025

Donald W. Greenlee March 3, 1937 – December 5, 2025

Our beloved father and friend, Donald William Greenlee, age 88, of Circleville, passed away peacefully at Wyngate Assisted Living on Friday, December 5, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Circleville, Don’s early years were spent helping in the family grocery store, where he stocked shelves, delivered groceries, and learned the value of service...

Jean Crider

Jean Crider

Dec 5, 2025

Jeane Crider, passed away peacefully at home, Dec. 5, 2025, at the age of 91.

Jean was born on Sept. 14, 1934, in Marion, Ohio, to Thurland and Dorothy (Lowry) Trickey. She graduated in 1952 from Marion Harding High School and became a telephone operator for The General Telephone Company. She was assigned to Circleville during the telephone strike of 1956,...

Norma Fosnaugh

Norma Fosnaugh

Dec 4, 2025

Norma Jean Fosnaugh, age 93, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord on December 4, 2025 surrounded by her family. A woman of deep faith, she devoted her life to God, her family, and her church communities, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.

Norma worked faithfully for A&P for 18 years, where she was respected for her...

James Holt

James Holt

Dec 4, 2025

James Holt, 79, of Circleville passed away on December 4, 2025. He was born on February 27, 1946 in Fairmont, WV to Jackson and Jacqulyn (Abercrombie) Holt. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brother Jackson Holt Jr. James is survived by his wife of 41 years, Deborah (Hughes) Holt; children Carey Jenkins, Brenna Mumaw (Jim),...

Danny Bunting

Danny Bunting

Dec 3, 2025

Danny Ray Bunting Sr. (1947-2025)

Columbus, Ohio – It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Danny Ray Bunting Sr., a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished Papa. Danny passed away on December 3rd at the age of 78. Known for his boundless generosity, unwavering support, and strong work ethic, Danny built a legacy of love and security...

Mary Beth Remotap-Byrd

Mary Beth Remotap-Byrd

Dec 2, 2025

Mary Remotap-Byrd, 62, of Circleville passed away on December 2, 2025. She was born in Dayton to John and Barbara Ann (Holtdoigt) Henn. She worked for North Court Animal Clinic for 24 years. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mary is survived by her husband Ryan Wayne Byrd; children Justin Remotap and Jonathan (Samantha) Remotap; two granddaughters Maya...

Kay O'Conner

Kay O'Conner

Nov 30, 2025

Kay Francis (McKenzie) O’Conner, 87, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side. Born June 28, 1938, in Chillicothe, she was the cherished daughter of Chester and Juanita McKenzie. Kay graduated in 1956 from Waverly High School and became a registered nurse upon graduation from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1959. She worked...

Dolores Shaeffer

Dolores Shaeffer

Nov 30, 2025

Dolores Faye Shaeffer

June 15, 1953-November 30, 2025

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend

Dolores Faye Shaeffer, age 72, of Orient, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2025 surrounded by her family and precious kitties. She was born in Circleville, Ohio on June 15, 1953 to Clyde and Pat (Yaple) Karshner. She is survived by her three siblings: Keith (Faye)...

Danny Artrip

Danny Artrip

Nov 30, 2025

Danny Phillip “noose” Artrip, 76, of Stoutsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on November 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. To many he was known as Danny, but to those who loved him most, he was simply and proudly “Papaw.” Danny was a man of strong values, firm rules, and an even stronger heart. He...

Gary Phifer Sr.

Gary Phifer Sr.

Nov 28, 2025

Gary E. Phifer Sr., 86, of Ohio went home to be with the Lord on November 28, 2025. Born on July 14, 1939 in Darbyville, Ohio he was the cherished son of John Lee and Violet Bessie (Byrd) Phifer. He was an avid Circleville Tigers fan and Reds fan. A devoted servant of God, Gary proudly served as a deacon...

Richard Sark

Richard Sark

Nov 27, 2025

Richard A. Sark, 72, of Circleville passed away on November 27, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1953 to William and Helen (Martin) Sark. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brother Rob Sark and sister Marge Sark. Richard is survived by his wife Jeannie (Pennington) Sark; children Nikki (Robert) Showalter and Dannille Sark; grandchildren...

Amelia Garner

Amelia Garner

Nov 25, 2025

Amelia Ruth Garner of Circleville, Ohio, passed away ­­on November 25, 2025. Amelia (Milly) was born February 1st, 1929 to Roy Emerson Lemley and Aubrey Wickensimer in Pickaway Township. She and her husband, Walter J. Garner, graduated from Circleville High School in the Class of 1946.

Walter and Amelia were married in June of 1948. Amelia worked at the First National...

Yvonna "Suzi" Hart

Yvonna "Suzi" Hart

Nov 24, 2025



Yvonna “Suzi” Hart, 61, of Londonderry passed away on November 24, 2025. She was born on December 6, 1963 in Wellston to Floyd and Barbara (Perry) McNichols. Suzi, an Army veteran, was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughters Amanda (Bob) Carney, Nina (Ryan) Kilgour; grandson Jett Kilgour; brother Rusty (Maryann) McNichols; sister Marilyn Ortman,...

Pamela Arledge

Pamela Arledge

Nov 23, 2025

Pamela Kay Arledge, 69, left this earthly world on November 23, 2025. She was born March 7, 1956 to Clark E Zwayer and Marilyn R Zwayer. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Charles Dean Arledge. Her children, Dustin (Mandy) Arledge and Austin (fiancé Cindy) Arledge. Her grandchildren, Kaitlyn Arledge, Colten Thompson, Samuel...

Tonja Goode

Tonja Goode

Nov 21, 2025

Tonja Goode, 75, of Stoutsville passed away on November 21, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1950 in Pickaway County to Amos and Mattie (Ebert) VanFossen. Tonja was retired from RCA. She was always the life of the party and loved to cook and loved her family especially her grandchildren. She had special friends for over 40 years that...

Marilyn Weethee

Marilyn Weethee

Nov 19, 2025

Marilyn Weethee, 90, of New Holland passed away on November 19, 2025. She was born on September 24, 1935 in Perry County to Chester and Avis (Jewett) Monroe. She was the oldest of 5 children. Marilyn enjoyed camping and traveling. She lived her life for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren. Marilyn retired from G.E. after 34...

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