Obituaries
Billy Ray White
Billy Ray White, 66, of Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Born on October 14, 1958, in Portsmouth, Billy was a cherished member of our community who lived life on his own terms. Known for his unwavering work ethic, Billy found joy in…
Read MoreRichard L. Phillips
Richard L. Phillips, 88 of McDermott, took his eternal flight to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 25, 2025. He was born on February 23, 1937, in Portsmouth to the late Charles and Meleese Knauff Phillips of West Portsmouth. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his son Michael “Mick” Phillips…
Read MorePenny Sue (Scaggs) Henthorn
Penny Sue (Scaggs) Henthorn, born June 30, 1953, went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2025, at the age of 72. We will remember Penny as a loving sister, wife, mother and especially “Nana” that loved us dearly and made us laugh. Penny’s last few years were physically hard, but she leaned on…
Read MoreJames Franklin Taylor, “Jim”
James Franklin Taylor, “Jim” of Wheelersburg, Ohio (formally of Simi Valley, California) passed away on September 18, 2025 . Jim was one of seven children born during the Great Depression to Luella and Hubert Taylor. The hardships endured during this time only strengthened the bond between his brother and sisters. The support and love they…
Read MoreJamey Lundy
Jamey Lundy Jamey Lee “Herman” Lundy, 51, of Rosemount, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Southern Ohio Medical Center. He was born September 16, 1974 in Portsmouth, a son of Patti (Wess) Smith of Minford and the late Donald Ray Leichner. Jamey was a former auto mechanic who loved deer hunting. In addition to…
Read MoreAnn King
Anna Elizabeth King, 84, formerly of Portsmouth, Ohio, died peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Otterbein Sunset Village in Sylvania, Ohio. Ann was born on September 29, 1940, in New Boston, Ohio, to Wallace and Lillian (Urick) Crull. She grew up in Portsmouth and was a proud graduate of Portsmouth…
Read MoreDiana Marie Clark
Diana Marie Clark, 43, of Lucasville passed away Friday September 19, 2025. She was born February 7, 1982, in Westmoreland Co, PA . She was a former bus driver who loved riding her motorcycle, landscaping, crafting, and cooking. Diana is also survived by her mother, Barbara Oliver Clark; fiancée, Dan Borko; sons, Jacob Clark of…
Read MoreBrian Keith Cogar
Brian Keith Cogar, 68, passed away on September 23, 2025, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Born on November 30, 1956, in Akron, Ohio, he was the beloved son of Robert and Martha (Martin) Cogar. Brian was a man of many talents and interests. He had a deep love for music and was an…
Read MoreMichael Lucian Adkins
Michael Lucian Adkins, 75, of Portsmouth, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025, at SOMC Hospice. He was born January 31, 1950 in Portsmouth, a son of the late Lucian and Jean Fields Adkins. Mike was a 1968 Valley High School graduate and was in the first graduating class from Shawnee State’s paramedic program. He was…
Read MoreTerry Groh
Terry Groh, 78, of Lake City, Texas, formally a New Boston, Ohio resident passed away. He was a 1965 graduate of New Boston High School and was an OSU fan traveling to Ohio for the OSU v. Texas game. He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Emnitt) Groh. Funeral services will be conducted…
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