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Nancy Shell
Aug 6, 2025
Nancy Lou (Amos) Shell, March 15, 1946-August 6, 2025 daughter of George A. Amos and Bessie E. (Dixon) Amos. Preceded in death by her parents; husband George I Shell Sr.; daughter Tara Lynn Shell and great grandson James. Nancy is survived by daughter Tammy (Mark) Jones and son George I Shell Jr.; grandsons Jesse Morris and family; Joshua (Samantha) Morris...
Jon Neff
Aug 4, 2025
Jon Neff, 64, of Circleville passed away on August 4, 2025. He was born on February 19, 1961 in Circleville to Hugh and Jacquline (Eitel) Neff. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Heath Rowland and brother Timothy A. Neff. Jon retired from Jay’s Barber Shop where he was a barber. With his quick...
Michael Logan
Aug 3, 2025
Michael E. Logan passed away on Sunday, August 3 at the age of 70 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Mike is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Frericks of 48 years and children Mary “Cory” So (Walter) of Circleville, Mary Jo Hampp of Lancaster, Adam (Kelly) of Pickerington and Katie (Colin) Hedges of Circleville. He is also survived...
Terry Valentine
Aug 2, 2025
Terry Lee Valentine was born in Circleville, Ohio to Alice Marie Alexander Valentine and Leland Valentine. He attended and graduated from Circleville High School and resided in Circleville for the majority of his life. Terry had a long and distinguished career in the United States Navy and the United States Naval Reserve that began in 1967 during the Vietnam Conflict....
Perry "Fig" Newton
Aug 1, 2025
Perry “Fig” Newton, 66, of Laurelville passed away on August 1, 2025. He was born on January 15, 1959 in Lancaster to Lyle and Dixie (Douglas) Newton. He was a retired electrician and loved outdoors, fishing, boating, family, animals and his church Cornerstone Church in Lancaster. He was preceded in death by his parents. Fig is survived by brothers Michael...
Wilson Steele III
Aug 1, 2025
Wilson Richard Steele III, 72, of Circleville passed away on August 1, 2025. He was born on April 18, 1953 in Fulton, NY to Wilson and Esca (Morrison) Steele II. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son Wilson Richard Steele IV and his siblings Leon Steele and Joann Detillon. Wilson is survived by his wife...
Dr. David Case
Aug 1, 2025
Dr. David Case, 83, of Circleville passed away on August 1, 2025. He was born in Delaware, Ohio on December 24, 1941 to Raymond and June (Saltz) Case. He was in ministry in Indiana, Ashland, Ohio and Lancaster. He had taught at Ohio Christian University for 55 years where he also served as academic dean. In addition to his parents...
Margaret Karr
Jul 31, 2025
Margaret Nevada (Stahr) Karr, 85, of Laurelville (South Perry) left this earth peacefully at her home July 31, 2025. She was born November 9, 1939 to Vernie and Mary (Houston) Stahr. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Harold “Pete” Karr; her parents Vernie and Mary Stahr; daughter-in-law Amy Karr, son-in-law Craig Riddle and granddaughters Chelsea...
Christine Pennington
Jul 28, 2025
Christine Pennington, 62, of Circleville passed away on July 28, 2025. She was born on August 19, 1962 in Circleville to Terry and Frances (Miller) Imler. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Kevin Pennington. Christine is survived by her daughters Kelly Jo Pennington and Katie (Christopher Tanner) Pennington; grandchildren Taylor, Kaya and Helena...

Phillip Long
Jul 27, 2025
Phillip R. Long, 80, of Circleville passed on July 27, 2025 at his home surrounded by his wife and sons. He was born June 18, 1945, at White Cross Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to the late Willard G. and Jessie M. Schettler Long. On May 27, 1967 he married his high school sweetheart Judith I. Nickell and rejoiced in their...

Clifford Johnson
Jul 26, 2025
Clifford Johnson, 65, of Circleville passed away on July 26, 2025. He was born on May 29, 1960 in Circleville to George and Rita (Brungs) Johnson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Kenneth Johnson. Clifford is survived by brothers Jerry and George Johnson and by sisters Ann (Gary) Francis and Carolyn Queen. A...
Bryan Rettkowski
Jul 23, 2025
Bryan Rettkowski December 31, 1976 – July 23, 2025
Bryan Rettkowski, 48, passed away unexpectedly due to natural causes on July 23, 2025. He was born on December 31, 1976, in Clinton, Iowa, to Hank and Teresa Rettkowski. A proud resident of Circleville, Bryan was a loving husband, father, son, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew him.
He...
Leona "Sue" Caudill
Jul 21, 2025
Leona “Sue” Caudill, age 61, of Mount Sterling, passed away suddenly on July 21, 2025. Born on November 9, 1963, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harold and Donna (Smith) Brumfield. Sue was a vibrant and compassionate presence in her community. She found great joy in spending time at the Mount Sterling Community Center with her sewing group...

Grace L. Carpenter
Jul 21, 2025
Grace L. Carpenter, 92 of Circleville, passed away on July 21, 2025 in Pickaway Manor. She was born on August 13, 1932 in Fairfield County, the daughter of Chester and Grace (Starkey) Frazier. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Carpenter, grandson, Kevin Swackhammer and brothers, Roscoe and Joe Frazier. She is survived by her children, Diann L....

David Greeno
Jul 19, 2025
David A. Greeno 64, of Lancaster, passed away July 19, 2025 at his residence. He was born on February 23, 1961 the son of Forrest and Katherine (Smallwood) Greeno. He was a great husband, dad and proud grandpa. He was a hard worker, started working in concrete and brick at 15 years old. He enjoyed boating and hunting in his...

Vera Woodard
Jul 17, 2025
Vera Woodard, 92, of Circleville passed away on July 17, 2025. She was born on January 13, 1933 in McArthur to Otis and Eloise (Miller) Dunkle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by children Thomas E. Woodard, Sue Ellen Steele, Donald Franklin and Keith Scott Woodard and by brother Paul Miller Dunkle. Vera is survived by...
Rebecca Neuhauser
Jul 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of Rebecca Ann Neuhauser March 26, 1952 – July 16, 2025
With hearts full of love and gentle sorrow, we celebrate the life of Becky Ann Neuhauser, who passed into eternal rest on July 16, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 26, 1952, Becky lived a life rich in faith, love, and unwavering devotion to...
Emma Flournoy
Jul 15, 2025
Emma Flournoy, 24, of Adelphi, Ohio, passed away July 15th, 2025, after a sudden and unexpected illness. She was born on January 11th, 2001, in Lufkin, Texas to Joshua and Julie Flournoy, formerly residents of Laurelville, Ohio.
Emma is survived by her parents, her sisters Elizabeth Cochran, Kate Lamb, Caroline, Jane, Samantha, Abigail, and Amelia; her brothers William, Douglas, Morgan, Christopher,...
Richard Blaine
Jul 14, 2025
Richard Blaine, 71, of Circleville passed away on July 14, 2025. He was born on November 1, 1953 in Huntington, WV to Roscoe and Jean (Tabit) Blaine. Richard is survived by his loving partner Jan Combs; son Jeff (Mariah Maury) Blaine; grandson Keldan Blaine and by sister Jackie Minarik. Cremation has been observed. Online condolences can be made to www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com.

Matilda Bailey
Jul 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Matilda Jane “Granny” Bailey
Matilda Jane Bailey passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Bailey. Affectionately known as “Granny,” Jane is survived by her daughter, Kim Foerman-Speakman(Ed Grim), and her son, Daniel (Becky) Foreman. She also leaves behind cherished grandchildren: Paul (Becky) Speakman, Jason(Courtney) Speakman, and Amy(Josh)...
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