OBITUARIES

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Collection of obituaries from the communities of Hocking County, Athens County, and Vinton County in Ohio.

David Paul Wilson

David Paul Wilson

Jan 30, 2026

David Paul Wilson, 64, of Rockbridge, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026 at the Pickering House in Lancaster. David was born on April 7, 1961, in Columbus, the son of the late Paul and Betty (Davis) Wilson. He was married to Patti (Carroll) Wilson, who survives.

David was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He worked at Drew Shoe in...

Kenneth Eugene Remy Sr.

Kenneth Eugene Remy Sr.

Jan 30, 2026

Kenneth Eugene Remy Sr., 80, of McArthur, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at Jenkins Care Community in Wellston, during a short term stay for rehabilitation, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 31, 1945, in Ray, Ohio, son of the late Ralph Edwin and Sarah Harper Remy. Kenneth was married for over 47 years to the late...

Royce E. Scheeler

Royce E. Scheeler

Jan 29, 2026

Royce E. Scheeeler, 88, of Ray, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026, at his residence. He was born January 24, 1938, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of the late Russell and Rita Wilbur Scheeler. Royce was married for 53 years to the late Donna Jean Gearing Scheeler, who passed away on May 11, 2024.

He retired from Mead Manufacturing Company after more...

Jackie "Jack" Lee Hedges

Jackie "Jack" Lee Hedges

Jan 27, 2026

Jackie “Jack” Lee Hedges, 78, of Albany, passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Jack was born on December 12, 1947, in Hocking County, the son of the late Forrest and Ethel (Cox) Hedges.

Jack was a special and amazing father, grandfather, uncle, and friend.

Jack is survived by his daughters, Marilyn Hedges, Jeanie Hedges, Darlene Speakman, and April...

Roger Brislinger

Roger Brislinger

Jan 25, 2026

(Raymond) Roger Brislinger, 89, of Logan passed away at Carlin House, Logan, OH Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born June 15,1936 in Akron, OH, the son of the late Andrew and (Sarah) Louise (Stebbins) Brislinger. He was married 66 years to Nancy Sue (Harnack) Brislinger, who passed in 2022.

Roger was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Logan. He...

Homer "Buddy" Riley Sr.

Homer "Buddy" Riley Sr.

Jan 25, 2026

Homer Ray “Buddy” Riley Sr., 71, of Nelsonville, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Buddy was born on January 21, 1955, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Donald and Frances (Lowery) Riley.

Buddy was stubborn and independent. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved “wheeling and dealing” guns and cars. Buddy...

Helen Jane Stimmel

Helen Jane Stimmel

Jan 24, 2026

Helen J. Stimmel, 87, of Logan, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at The Pickering House, Lancaster. Helen was born on October 20, 1938, in Hocking County, the daughter of the late Harland and Hannah Rebecca (Sinift) Geil. She shared her life with her beloved husband, Paul “Hal” Stimmel, to whom she was married for 66 years.

Helen was a...

Gary Wayne Cagg

Gary Wayne Cagg

Jan 23, 2026

Gary Wayne Cagg, 70, of Nelsonville, passed away at his home on Friday, January 23, 2026. Gary was born on March 21, 1955, in Nelsonville, the son of the late Lawrence E. and Anna Marie (Bunthoff) Hartley Cagg.

Gary is survived by his sister, Emily Jane Shea of Jacksonville, and many nieces and nephews.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents,...

John Robert "Bob" Whitmore

John Robert "Bob" Whitmore

Jan 23, 2026

John Robert “Bob” Whitmore, 56, of Carbon Hill, passed away at his home on Friday, January 23, 2026. Bob was born on June 16, 1969, in Nelsonville, the son of Dianna (Warren) Miller and the late Harold Whitmore.

Bob loved family and smoking weed. He was also one hell of a cook.

Bob is survived by his mom, Dianna (Fred Hegwood) Miller...

Harley David Adkins Sr.

Harley David Adkins Sr.

Jan 18, 2026

Harley David Adkins Sr., 78, of New Straitsville, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 18, 2026, surrounded by family. Harley was born on September 28, 1947, in Winifrede, West Virginia, the son of the late Ray and Bernadine (Smith) Adkins. He is reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife, the late Christine (Dickens) Adkins.

Harley was U.S. Army...

Carl Edward Seymour

Carl Edward Seymour

Jan 16, 2026

Carl Edward Seymour, 82, of McArthur, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Maple Hills Nursing Home in McArthur. He was born on December 6, 1943, in Ross County, the son of the late Carl and Dana (Woltz) Seymour. He was married to Patricia (Sexton) Seymour, who survives.

Carl retired from the Ohio Turnpike Commission after 33 years. He enjoyed...

Regina Ann Hill

Regina Ann Hill

Jan 14, 2026

Regina Ann Hill, 61, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was born on December 14, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio, daughter of Edna Mae (Chaffin) and the late Mickey Nelms.

Regina is survived by her mother; children, Jessica Lee Hill, Rachael Ann Allen, and Micah Levi Hill; seven grandchildren, Caleb Bartoe, Lydia Bartoe, Noel Allen,...

Ruby Elizabeth Blackston

Ruby Elizabeth Blackston

Jan 13, 2026

Ruby Elizabeth Blackston, 91, of Logan, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, with her family by her side, at Hocking Valley Community Hospital, Logan. Ruby was born on July 30, 1934, in Webb Summit, Ohio, daughter of the late Rueben D. and Gladys E. (Aurand) Friley. She was the widow of the late Harold Blackston.

Ruby was a loving wife,...

Susan Michelle Jividen

Susan Michelle Jividen

Jan 12, 2026

Susan Michelle Jividen, 67, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Monday, January 12, 2026. She was born on March 19, 1958, in McArthur, the only daughter of the late William and Amanda (Lee) Morgan.

Susan was an active churchgoer, attending many different churches over the years. She loved arts and crafts.

Susan is survived by her son, Terry Sprague; grandchildren,...

Wendell Robert Morrison

Wendell Robert Morrison

Jan 11, 2026

Wendell Robert Morrison, 71, of Chillicothe, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Adena Regional Medical Center, Chillicothe. Wendell was born on January 3, 1955, in Wellston, the son of the late Cloyd Otis and Donna Bell (Donahoe) Morrison.

Wendell was a retired teacher.  He was a member of the First Wesleyan Church in Chillicothe. 

Wendell is survived by his son,...

Tammy Ann Smith

Tammy Ann Smith

Jan 6, 2026

Tammy Ann Smith, 68, of McArthur, passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. She was born on August 31, 1957, in McArthur, the daughter of the late Robert and Loretta (Gee) Morgan. Tammy was married to Terry L. Smith Sr., who survives.

Tammy was a committee member for the Vinton County Republican Party and also a former McArthur...

Patricia Ann Woodard

Patricia Ann Woodard

Jan 5, 2026

Patricia Ann “Pat” Woodard, 75, of Sugar Grove, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. Pat was born on July 18, 1950, in Huntington, West Virginia. Pat was the widow of the late Roland Lee Woodard.

Pat was a graduate of Berne Union High School. Pat was strong in her faith and was a...

Rose Ann Bobo

Rose Ann Bobo

Jan 4, 2026

Rose Ann Bobo, 89, of McArthur, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. She was born on March 16, 1936, in Vinton County, the daughter of the late Fred and Laura (Wortman) Jarvis. Rose Ann was the widow of the late Donald Eugene Bobo.

Rose Ann was a member of Ebenezer...

Everett McDaniel

Everett McDaniel

Jan 3, 2026

Everett McDaniel, 91, of Pomeroy, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Holzer Hospital in Gallipolis. He was born on April 16, 1934, in Middleport, the son of the late Everett and Thelma McDaniel.

Everett is survived by his wife of 73 years, Anna Phyllis McDaniel of Pomeroy; daughter, Debi (John) Grubb of Gallipolis; son, Randy Everett (Lori) McDaniel...

Charles Vaughn Denney

Charles Vaughn Denney

Jan 3, 2026

Charles Vaughn “Butch” Denney, 76, of Nelsonville, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at O’Bleness Hospital, Athens. Butch was born on July 2, 1949, in Columbus, the son of the late Charles Wesley and Clistia Jane (Pack) Denney.

Butch served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.  Butch was a good-hearted man and a friend to anyone. He...

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