Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

May 1, 2021

James F. Lemaster, 48, of Chillicothe passed away on May 1, 2021.  He was born on January 4, 1973 in Columbus to James and Mabel (Lagore) Lemaster.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sister Joanne Lemaster.  James is survived by his son Isaiah Schwalbauch, longtime friends Shawna Schwalbauch and Dewey Wicker, nieces and nephews...

May 1, 2021

Bryan Smith Jr., 34, of Laurelville passed away on May 1, 2021.  He was born on May 22, 1986 in Columbus to Bryan and Joy (Estep) Smith.  In addition to his parents he is survived by his children Avianna Smith and Bentlee Mercer, grandparents Geneva Smith and George Lowe, siblings Samantha Smith, Danielle (Nathan) Cook, George Smith, Gage Kneece...

Apr 28, 2021

Jean McGee, 98, of Laurelville passed away on April 28, 2021.  She was born on September 28, 1922  in Pickaway County to Orin and Nellie (Stump) Neal.  She had been a secretary for Dr. Robert Smith.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Arthur McGee and siblings Betty, George, Lawrence, Pauline and Bill. ...

Apr 28, 2021

Kenneth “Kenny” Lee Tatman passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at OSU on April 28, 2021.  He was born July 28, 1962 to Edna “Mae” Thurston and the late Franklin “Bub” Tatman.  He is survived by his wife of 30 years Sherry Jones, daughters Joni (Jake) Kidwell of Tarlton, Summer (Nate) Darnell of Kansas, grandchildren Colby and...

Apr 28, 2021

Norma Jean (Shaw) Thress passed away peacefully at her beloved home in South Bloomingville on April 28, 2021 following a brief illness.  She was 89 years old and remained sharp and busy throughout her life.

Jean was born September 7, 1931 at her family home in South Bloomingville.  The last surviving child of Mack and Ethel Shaw,...

Apr 27, 2021

Leslie A. Menear age 77, passed away April 2021.  He retired from a career at DuPont in Circleville, Ohio.  Les grew up in Chillicothe and graduated from Zane Trace High School. He enjoyed time with friends and family, a great meal, and a good conversation.  He didn’t hesitate to lend a helping hand to anyone (or animal) in need. ...

Apr 26, 2021

Martha Louise Johnson, age 82 passed away April 26, 2021.  She was born August 28, 1938 in Pickaway County to her parents the late Orville and Edna (Fetherolf) Hart.  Martha retired from General Electric after many years.  Martha was a longtime member of the Oakland United Methodist Church.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by...

Apr 25, 2021

Jeffrey Prince, 58, of Circleville passed away on April 25, 2021.  He was born on May 17, 1962 in Columbus to Jesse and Alemeda (Adams) Prince.  Jeffrey was a  1980 Teays Valley High School graduate.  He was preceded in death by his mother.  Jeffrey is survived by his father, step daughter Brandi Bowers, brothers Gregory (Johnna) and Trevor (Amy)...

Apr 24, 2021

Ruby Poling, 73, of Laurelville passed away on April 24, 2021.  She was born on April 28, 1947 in Columbus to James and Mildred (Parker) Parrott.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister Coby (Bob) Burke.  Ruby is survived by her daughter Tyleen White, grandchildren Ashley Jackson and Shaylee Payne, great grandchildren Wyatt...

Apr 22, 2021

John Package, age 79, passed away April 22, 2021.  A resident of Circleville, OH he was preceded in death by his wife, Liz Package, whom he wrote this poem for.

Our Love

The downy colors of spring.

Newborn robins taking wing.

White clouds lighting the sky.

The...

Apr 21, 2021

Richard Diehl, 65, of Circleville passed away on April 21, 2021.  He was born on March 26, 1956 in Toledo to Alvin and Ruth (Leffler) Diehl.  He was manager of Zanzi Pizza. Richard had a strong work ethic, was an avid fisherman, loved to spend time with family and cheered on the Green Bay Packers. In addition to his...

Apr 21, 2021

Arla J. Davis, 72, of Circleville passed away on April 21, 2021 at her sons’ home.  She was born on August 17, 1948 in St. Marys, Ohio to Francis and Marjorie (Shiller) Morrison. Arla loved to go camping and going to concerts.   In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Alonzo Davis and granddaughter...

Apr 20, 2021

Lorene “Mrs. J.” Jarrell, 98, of Kingston has gone home to be with the Lord on April 20, 2021.  She was born on July 6, 1922 in Sandyhook, KY to Robert and Barbara (Mays) Barker.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Merl Curtis Jarrell, sons Clinton and Ronald Jarrell, daughter Leona Jarrell,...

Apr 20, 2021

Georgetta Cattran, 85, of Circleville passed away on April 20, 2021.  She was born on May 22, 1935  in Portsmouth to George and Mildred (Benner) Truman.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son Scott Cattran, brother Charles Truman and sister Lucille Lemaster.  Georgetta is survived by her daughter Teri (Joe) Mogan, grandchildren Danielle...

Apr 19, 2021

Samantha L. Kuhn, 52, of Circleville passed away on April 19, 2021.  She was born on October 8, 1968 in Circleville to Benjamin and Evelyn (Kuhn) Schwalbauch.  She was preceded in death by her mother, son Ben Schwalbauch.  Samantha is survived by her father, children Charles “Chuckie” (Sabrina) III, Kyle (Crystal), Ashley and Dalton (Kathy) Kuhn, step daughter Brittany...

Apr 17, 2021

William Smith, 79, of Circleville passed away on April 17, 2021.  He was born on July 28, 1941 in Williamsport to Robert and Jewella (Atwood) Smith.  He worked for DuPont for over 34 years and was an avid golfer and bowler, loved his puppies Bella, Bailee and Hank.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in...

Apr 16, 2021

Cynthia Poling, 46, of Laurelville passed away on April 16, 2021. She was born on September 24, 1974 in Columbus. She attended Pleasant Ridge CCCU. Cynthia is survived by her husband of 28 years Mark Poling, father Michael (Pam) Martie, her mother Charlotte (Werther) Dickens & Doug Jones, her step-father Kenneth (Terri) Dickens, children Dalton Poling, Heather...

Apr 14, 2021

Linda Dean, 66, of Circleville passed away on April 14, 2021.  She was born on August 10, 1954 in Buffalo, NY to Leonard and Nancy (Smith) Hoffman.  She was a member of First Baptist Church and Quilt Guild.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son Lonnie Dean.  Linda is survived by her husband...

Apr 12, 2021

Nancy Pine, 62, of Circleville passed away on April 12, 2021.  She was born on January 16, 1959 in Circleville to Robert and Beverly (Amann) Morgan.  Nancy retired from Walmart after 30 years.  She loved to read, loved her children and grandchildren and loved her dogs.  She was passionate about spreading awareness of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis which is a...

Apr 12, 2021

Fred Carpenter, 75, of South Bloomingville passed away on April 12, 2021.  He was born on May 11, 1945 in Circleville to Pearl and Goldie (Keaton) Carpenter.  He was active at Otterbein Church and was a member of the Eagles.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Chuck and Richard.  Fred is survived by his wife...