Judy Carol Compton
Judy Carol Compton, 75 of West Portsmouth, died Thursday January 16, 2025 at her home. She was born November 14, 1949 in Portsmouth to the late William Jennings and Oleta Mae Bigelow Keibler. Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers and sisters. Judy was retired from the Scioto County Board…
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Scott Michael Battles, a resident of Sciotodale, OH, passed away after a long battle with cancer and a recent illness on January 18, 2025. Scott was born in Baltimore, MD February 26, 1964. As an Army brat, Scott lived in several places throughout his childhood before graduating from Merrimack (New Hampshire) High School in 1982.…
Read MoreKenneth “Kenny” Wayne Roberts
Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Roberts, 80, of Ironton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, in his room at Edgewood Manor. Born on May 15, 1944, in Baltimore, MD, Kenny lived a life full of family, humor, and a relentless passion for capturing life’s moments. Kenny is survived by his wife, Kathy Roberts; his sons,…
Read MoreLawrence Gilbert Williams
Lawrence Gilbert Williams, age 66, of Portsmouth, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at SOMC Hospice with his loving wife, Jonda, by his side. He was born June 2, 1958, in Dayton, Ohio to Lawrence Daniel and Shirley Erma (Nee Skaggs) Williams. Gil is survived by his wife of 13 years, Jonda (Nee Burden)…
Read MoreSarah A. Gemperline
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Sarah A. Gemperline, who left this world on January 11, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on September 25, 1929, in Columbus, Ohio, Sara embodied grace and elegance throughout her remarkable life. A long-time resident of Portsmouth, Ohio, Sarah was a devoted member of…
Read MoreShirley A. Blackwell
Shirley A. Blackwell, 83, of Portsmouth, died Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her home. She was born June 23, 1941 in Portsmouth, to the late Casey and Madge (Felty) Cornett. Shirley was a Veteran of the United States Air Force. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick E.…
Read MoreDarlene Barker
Darlene Barker, 92, of Minford, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born December 24, 1932 in Elliott County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Paul and Faye (Linville) Skaggs. She was a retired cook/cashier from Minford Local School District. Darlene was a member of Project Linus and loved quilting. She…
Read MoreAmanda Kathryn Dunn
Amanda Kathryn Dunn, 44, of Columbus, Ohio passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at her home. She was born December 4, 1980 in Columbus, Ohio to Anthony Dunn of South Bloomfield and Dinah Justice (Chester) Harrison of Wheelersburg. Also surviving are her children, Taylor Boyle of Columbus, Jacob (Kit Howard) Cable of Columbus and Haley…
Read MoreJohn Louis Howard
John Louis Howard, 82, of Waverly, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born May 31, 1942 in Salyersville, Kentucky son of the late Alfred and Liza Jane Adkins Howard. On January 31, 1964 he was united in marriage to Cathy Russell Howard who…
Read MoreErvin Dale Fitzpatrick
Ervin Dale Fitzpatrick, 74 of Rarden passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at SOMC ER. He was born on December 10, 1950 in Scioto County to the late Elmer Fitzpatrick and Mildred Wilson Fitzpatrick. On October 31, 1992 he was united in marriage to Sandra Thompson Fitzpatrick of Rarden. Surviving are his children; Dale,…
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