Obituaries

David Lyons, 87, of South Shore, KY., went to be with the Lord Thursday, November 7, 2024 at his residence. He was born in South Shore, KY., January 24, 1937 a son of the late Ora and Pearl Stone Lyons. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by one brother, Glen Roy Lyons;…

Linda Kaye Burgess, 76 of West Portsmouth, died Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Southern Ohio Medical Center. She was born, October 25, 1948, in Portsmouth, to the late Ed Pollard and Juanita Bailey who survives. Along with her mother Juanita, Linda is survived by her husband of 51 years, John Burgess II; 2 sons, Jason…

Virginia Evelyn Lewis Ratliff, 95, recently living in retirement in Westerville, Ohio but a long-time resident of Lucasville died November 8, 2024, in her home surrounded by her sons. Born January 30, 1929, in Boyd County, Kentucky as the last child of the late Waller Lee and Alice Irene Baugess Lewis. A proud 1947 graduate…

It is with deep sorrow and much love the family of William R. Coleman of Venice, Florida, announce his passing on November 9, 2024 at the age of 95. William will be lovingly remembered by his children, Laura (Cassel) and Timothy; grandchildren , Ashley (Smith), Alyson (Greig) , Jenna Coleman and Myra Coleman; great-grandchildren, Andrew,…

Judyth Fay Watts, 47, of Portsmouth, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024. Born February 4, 1977 in Portsmouth, a daughter of Chester Watts and Tina Gollihue. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her daughter, Heather Moore; two grandchildren, Paisley Moore and Noah Moore; five sisters, Debbie Watts, Wanda Gollihue, Misty Gollihue, Amy…

Albert Miller, Jr., 74, of Lucasville, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at OSU in Columbus. He was born April 11, 1950 in Baltimore, Maryland. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and two grandchildren. Private family services will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Erwin-Dodson-Allen Funeral Home in Minford. Online condolences may…

Virginia Kathryn Heavenridge, 90,of Waverly, Ohio passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Traditions at Bristol Village in Waverly, Ohio.  She was born August 1, 1934 in Pike County, Ohio daughter of the late Herman and Isabelle Kamer Ward.  On January 10, 1959 she was united in marriage to Jack Lewllyln Heavenridge who preceded…

Thomas Edward Nigh, 77, of Otway, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Chillicothe, Ohio. He was born February 22, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio to the late William and Viola Nigh. On September 1, 1973 he was united in marriage to Linda Singleton Nigh who preceded him in death…

Joanne Smith, 93, of Wheelersburg, passed away on November 5, 2024, at SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth. She was born on September 7, 1931, to the late Ralph and Faye (Jones) Gilpin in New Boston, Ohio. Joanne was a die-hard Burg fan and enjoyed cooking. She dedicated 24 years of her career to Deemer’s Market.…