Obituaries

Larry C. Angell, Sr., loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 2nd, 2023. Born on October 26, 1939 to Lewis and Jessie (Lemon) Angell, Larry was a lifelong member of Ironworkers Local 769, following in his father’s footsteps. Larry was an avid bowler, enjoyed fishing, collecting antiques, and spending time with…

Donald Edward Cregger, 72, of Wheelersburg passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at Best Care in Wheelersburg.  Donald was born November 15, 1950 in Portsmouth to the Albert Donald and the late Frances Mae (O’Brien) Cregger in Portsmouth.  He was a 1968 graduate of Wheelersburg High School. Donald moved to California where he worked at…

Edna Evelyn Hayslip, 101, died Sunday, February 26, 2023, at SOMC Hospice Center.  Born September 28, 1921 in Portsmouth, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Lourilla Parks Hayslip, and began her working career at the former Selby Shoe Co. and retired from Wil-Car sundry division. She was preceded in death by three…

Carmen Lee Rayburn, 75 of West Portsmouth, died Monday, February 27, 2023 at Rest Haven Nursing Home. She was born October 31, 1947 in Portsmouth, to the late Richard E. and Estel Alberta Setters Bowles. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by a sister Patricia Sue Holsinger and a special brother-in-law Kenneth…

Jerry Lee Jenkins, Jr., 47 of West Portsmouth, died Friday, February 24, 2023 at his home. He was born January 21, 1976 in Ashland, Kentucky, to the late Jerry Lee Jenkins and Sandy Pancake Maguire who survives. Along with his father he was preceded in death by his wife, Tonya Sue Jenkins and an infant…

Brandy Michele Summers, 40 of Rosemount, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. She was born September 30, 1982 in Portsmouth to Brian and Jackie Puckett Summers. Brandy was a 2001 graduate of Clay High School where she excelled in Basketball, Volleyball and Softball. She was a very kind and loving girl with a big heart…

David Lee Schackart, 88 of Piketon, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at his home. He was born September 23, 1934 in Portsmouth, to the late Frank and Thelma Brock Schackart. Along with his parents, David is preceded in death by a son, Davd Lee Schackart Jr., an infant daughter, Debra K. Schackart, 3 brothers: Frank…

Karen L. Porter, 58 years old, Portsmouth resident, unexpectedly passed away on February 20, 2023. Karen was born in Portsmouth on May 17, 1964, to James Taylor and Sadie Jean Bach. She was a 1982 graduate of Northwest High School. Karen was a loving Mother and Grandmother, and a Cancer Survivor. She was preceded in…

Betty Ruth James, 90 of Minford passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 at SOMC Hospice. She was born April 9, 1932 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Thomas and Bessie Jane Eggers James, she was a homemaker, and attended Berean Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra (Kevin) Bourne, Lawana (Paul) Whitt; eight…

Susanne Walburn, 74 passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 23, 2023 surrounded by family. She had battled 8 months with cancer. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend to many. She will be greatly missed. At her request there will be no service.