Obituaries

Sep 21, 2024

Evelyn E. Clark, 87, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Holzer Medical Center.

Born on September 12, 1937 in Meigs County, Ohio, Evelyn was the daughter of the late Albert and Gladys Casto Rhodes.  Evelyn married Clyde E. Clark, who preceded her in death.  She was a former cashier at Jones Boys...

Sep 20, 2024

Delores F. Spencer, 82, of Bidwell, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Holzer Medical Center on September 20, 2024 after a brief battle with melanoma.  She was born the daughter of Willis and Hattie Gardner Nibert on November 30, 1941 in Gallipolis, Ohio.  She was married to Adrian G. "Abe" Spencer for 54 years until he preceded her in death...

Sep 18, 2024

Thomas Jay Bradshaw, 96, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.  Jay was born on October 22, 1927 to Thomas E. and Marie Bradshaw in Zanesville, Ohio.  After serving as an MP in the Army at the end of WWII, he returned to marry Marjorie O. Bryslan “Lee.”  They moved to Forest Grove, Oregon where he...

Sep 17, 2024

Tommy Grube, 87, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at Darst’s Private Care Home in Pomeroy, Ohio.

Born on July 13, 1937 in Gallia County, Ohio, Tom was the son of the late Millard E. and Elva Martin Grube.  Tom married Linda Kay Craft Grube, who survives him in Gallipolis. He retired from...

Sep 11, 2024

Jacob “Jake” Ryan Crisenbery, 30, of Vinton, Ohio died at 8:11 PM on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

He was born on March 11, 1994 in Bluffton, Ohio to Lyndell and LouAnn (Smith) Crisenbery who survive.

Jake was self-employed in the logging and tree trimming business. He loved the...

Sep 10, 2024

Evelyn Raelene (Burnette) Northup finished her Journey here on earth on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Holzer Medical Center Emergency Room.

Raelene was born on March 23, 1957 in Gallipolis, Ohio. She graduated from Hannan Trace High School and earned an Associate Degree from Gallipolis Business College. Raelene had worked in Medical Records at Arbors at Gallipolis,...

Sep 9, 2024

Charles Malcum Fraley, 89, of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, born August 9, 1935 in Logan County, West Virginia, went to his eternal home on September 9, 2024, surrounded by daughters at one of their homes, after a courageous fight with cancer.  Twenty-nine days prior, Charles asked the Lord Jesus Christ to come into his heart and be his Savior....

Sep 8, 2024

Michele Dawn Smith, 52, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at her residence.  Michele was born on July 18, 1972 in Charleston, West Virginia, daughter of the late Letch Clayton Smith, Jr. and Susie Drummond who survives her in Gallipolis.

Michele was a member of Twin Rivers Jehovah's Witnesses and was a graduate...

Sep 1, 2024

Paula J. Harris, 77, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at Ohio State University Medical Center.  Paula was born on September 28, 1946 in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Paul R. Rucker and Mettie Jane Green Rucker.

Paula was married to Ken Harris, and he survives her in Gallipolis.  In addition to...

Aug 31, 2024

Janet Cardwell, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully and joined her Lord and Savior on August 31, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on September 27, 1947, daughter of the late John D. Waugh Sr. and Wanda V. Waugh.

Janet attended North Gallia High School and proudly graduated from Hannan Trace High School...

Aug 31, 2024

Marlyn L. "Marty" Haner, 83, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia.  Marlyn was born on February 8, 1941 in Lawrence County, Ohio, son of the late William Lester and Nora Faye Myers Haner.  Marlyn was retired from AEP Gavin Plant and enjoyed attending church.

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Aug 29, 2024

Charles Thomas Beard, 82, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Teays Valley Center in Hurricane, West Virginia.

Born on December 9, 1941 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Charles was the son of the late Gilbert and Alice Irene Rothgeb Beard.  Charles graduated from Gallia Academy High School and worked at Goodyear/M & G Polymer.  ...

Aug 24, 2024

The Honorable Philip M. Roberts

Philip Roberts, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, friend, and public servant, passed away on August 24, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on September 8, 1944, Philip's life was a testament to resilience and kindness.

Philip was known for his warm heart and generous spirit. His career as a...

Aug 23, 2024

Avelene Carroll, 83, of Bidwell, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024 at her residence.  She was born on June 9, 1941 in Johns Creek, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Raymond and Pearlie Church Ward.  Avelene retired after 28 years of service as a bus driver for the Gallia County Local Schools.

Avelene is survived...

Aug 21, 2024

Clester Tackett, 95, of Vinton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at home surrounded by family.

He was born on  June 10, 1929, in Virgie, KY, son of the late Milton and Pearl Tackett.  In addition to his parents, Clester was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Virginia Tackett; son-in-law, Ronnie...

Aug 18, 2024

Judith Ann “Judy” Cline, 77, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, in the comfort of her home. She was born on April 26, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Paul and Mary Easterday Tilley. Judy was married to her loving husband, Stephen Cline, for a wonderful 58 years. Together, they spent time in Arizona...

Aug 18, 2024

James T. Boster, 80, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at Abbyshire Place.  Jim was born on June 3, 1944 in Gallia County, Ohio, son of the late Charles Thomas and Fern Maxine Davis Boster.  He was raised by his grandparents, James L. and Liddie Mae Davis, on their family farm in Patriot, Ohio.

Aug 11, 2024

Shirley P. McDonald, 82, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Darst’s Private Care Home in Pomeroy, Ohio.

Born on October 16, 1941 in Huntington, West Virginia, Shirley was the daughter of the late Averill and Frances Fillinger McCormick.  Shirley had worked as an LPN at Gallipolis Developmental Center.

Shirley is...

Aug 10, 2024

Bronis L. Persons, 87, of Pomeroy, Ohio, formerly of Gallia County, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Arbors at Pomeroy.  Bronis was born on June 22, 1937 in Pike County, Kentucky, daughter of the late Alfred and Betty Thompson Young.

Bronis was married to Robert L. Persons on October 23, 1954; and he preceded...

Aug 9, 2024

Roy E. Dailey, 89, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024 at Holzer Medical Center.  Roy was born on July 17, 1935 in Marietta, Ohio, son of the late Pearl and Nellie Worstel Dailey.

Roy was retired from Ravenswood Aluminum Plant and had also worked at Vepco Power and Gavin Power Plant.  He was...