Lisa Beth Sparks
Lisa Beth Sparks, 59, of Sciotoville, went to heaven on Monday, February 3, 2025. Born on November 13, 1965, in Portsmouth. She was a graduate of Wheelersburg High School in the class of 1984. Lisa established Headlines Hair Salon in 1997 and enjoyed her career as a hairstylist and the relationships she formed with her…
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Winona Joan Steele, 90, of Lucasville, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 at her residence. She was born February 25, 1934 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Raymond and Susie Crabtree Martin. Winona was a 1953 McDermott High School graduate and retired with 45 years of service from Waller Brothers. She was a member…
Read MoreRoma June Shinkle Hiles
Roma June Shinkle Hiles, 94, of McDermott, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025 at her residence. She was born November 4, 1930 in McDermott, a daughter of the late Charles Lynn LaMonda and Carrie Inez Taylor LaMonda. June was a 1948 McDermott High School graduate and a long-time member of the Rush Township Fire Department…
Read MoreGenevieve Louella Fultz
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of , affectionately known as “Genie,” who departed this life on February 4, 2025, at the age of 101. Born on September 11, 1923, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to her parents George and Charlotte Ellen (Nee Copas) Pollitt. Genevieve dedicated her life to her family, a…
Read MoreLoretta Lea Russell
Loretta Lea Russell, 65, of Otway, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on February 6, 2025, at Riverside Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 15, 1959, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late William Sheridan and Ruby Lindsey, Loretta brought joy to everyone she met with her warm spirit and generous heart. A…
Read MoreMichael “Mike” Keith Spradlin
Michael “Mike” Keith Spradlin, 82, of Lucasville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, with his wife and daughter by his side at SOMC Hospice Center. He was born December 3, 1942 in Clarktown, a son of the late Hebren and Odessa Slye Spradlin. Michael was a 1960 graduate of Clay High School and…
Read MoreRay Shonkwiler
Ray Shonkwiler, 64 of Portsmouth, died Wednesday February 5, 2025 at his home. He was born June 11, 1960 in Portsmouth to the late Vernon Shonkwiler and Betty Smith Crabtree who survives. Ray was an avid animal lover and loved spending time with his great nephews. He is survived by his sister Veronica Sue Baker,…
Read MoreRoy Edward Horsley
Roy Edward Horsley, 78 of Stout, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Hospice of Hope in Maysville, Kentucky. He was born June 27, 1946 in Adams County to the late Cecil and Lora Blevins Horsley. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca Spires Horsley and 3 brothers; Raymond,…
Read MoreFrances Eileen Hilderbrand (Delabar)
Frances Eileen Hilderbrand (Delabar), 87, passed away February 7, 2025 at Kobacker House in Columbus. Eileen was born December 5, 1937 in Wheelersburg, Ohio to the late Albert and Marie (Schwamberger) Delabar . In addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her husband, James Hilderbrand. Eileen is survived by two daughters, Ann…
Read MoreCharlotte Mae Toppins
Charlotte Mae Toppins, 72, of Wheelersburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by family at the SOMC Hospice Center. Born April 11, 1952, in Portsmouth, Charlotte was the daughter of the late Robert Paris and Anna Loretta Andrews Fairchild. On July 19, 1977, she married Thomas Carl Toppins in Portsmouth. The couple had…
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