Obituaries

Apr 14, 2025

Janice Naomi (Spradlin) Diehlmann, 100

"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social...

Apr 14, 2025

Robert Allen Holsinger Jr., 49

Robert Allen Holsinger Jr., 49 of West Portsmouth, died Monday, April 14, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. He was born March 8, 1976 in Portsmouth to the late Robert Allen Holsinger Sr and Brenda (Roger) Caudill Winters who survives.

Along with his father he was preceded in death by a brother,...

Apr 11, 2025

Diana Faye Coleman, 74

Diana Faye Coleman (Aunt Nine) 74 of West Portsmouth, went into God's loving arms on Friday, April 11, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born September 18, 1950 in Columbus to the late James and Juanita (Mills) Sadler.

She was a homemaker and former housekeeper.

In addition to her...

Apr 10, 2025

Nikki Anna Frye, 42

Nikki Anna Frye, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, and friend, unexpectedly passed away on April 10, 2025, at the age of 42. Born on October 19, 1982, in Fremont, Ohio, Nikki was a vibrant spirit whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone she met.

Nikki was the cherished...

Apr 6, 2025

Berlyn Lee Swords, 77

Berlyn Lee Swords, 77 of West Portsmouth, died Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Rosemount Pavillion. He was born May 23, 1947 in Scioto County to the late James and Katherine Lewis Swords.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Roger Swords.

Berlyn was an...

Apr 5, 2025

Forrest Spires, 86

Forrest Leroy Spires, 86 of Stout, died Saturday, April 5, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. He was born July 21, 1938 in Stout to the late Stanley Burlis and Anna Myrtle Ralston Spires.

Along with his parents, Forrest was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Janice Gifford Spires; a son,...

Mar 28, 2025

Patricia Ann Thompson, 72

Patricia Ann "Patty" Flannery Thompson, 72 of West Portsmouth, went with the Angels Friday, March 28, 2025 at Southern Ohio Medical Center. She was born April 4, 1952 at Smith Everett Hospital in Portsmouth, Ohio to her beloved parents, the late James Melvin and Norma E. Williams Flannery.

Along with her...

Mar 27, 2025

Carol Thompson Cooper, 63

Carol Thompson Cooper, 63 of Lucasville, died March 27, 2025 at Riverside Methodist Hospital due to a brain aneurysm. She was born August 25, 1961 in Portsmouth to the late Melvin and Maggie Chandler Thompson.

Along with her parents she is preceded in death by her brother William "Bub" Thompson, 3...

Mar 25, 2025

Cecil Yelley, Jr., 71

Cecil Yelley, Jr., 71 of Waverly, formerly of McDermott, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at his home. He was born August 22, 1953 in Portsmouth, to the late Cecil and Martina Louise Yelley Sr.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Linda Fouch Yelley, whom he...

Mar 24, 2025

Paulette M. Smith Pack, 60

Paulette M. Smith Pack, 60 of New Boston passed away peacefully Monday, March 24, 2025 at Buckeye Forrest at Rosemount Pavilion. She was born October 11, 1964 in Williamson, West Virginia to Monus and Barbara Slone Smith who survives.

She is preceded in death by her grandson Jacob Dylan Rhea....

Mar 24, 2025

Patty Jean Pistole, 90

Patty Jean Pistole, 90 of West Portsmouth, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, March 24, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born December 22, 1934 in South Shore Kentucky to the late Russell and Carrie Bundy Howland.

Along with her parents, Patty is preceded in death by her...

Mar 20, 2025

Mary Lou Vokes, 78

Mary Lou Vokes, 78 of Portsmouth, died Thursday, March 20, 2025 at SOMC Hospice. She was born December 10, 1946 in Portsmouth to the late Marcum McCown and Elna Schackert Burchett.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Madonna Swal and Arlana Skaggs.

Mary...

Mar 18, 2025

Richard "Dick" Kersey, 87

Richard "Dick" Kersey, 87 of Stout, died March 18, 2025, at his home on Upper Twin Creek Road. Dick was born July 11, 1937, in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Glenn and Margaret Kersey. Dick was a proud Air Force veteran, a Kentucky Colonel, member of the Ford Car Club of Waverly, former...

Mar 14, 2025

Kimberly Ann (Parker) Holsinger November 9,1960 – March 14, 2025 Kimberly Ann (Parker) Holsinger, 64, of Lucasville, Ohio, has officially relocated to the great beyond, where she hopes the Reds and Bengals finally start winning just for her (even though she was super bummed that her man, Sam Hubbard, retired from Cincinnati.)

A devoted mother and stepmother,...

Mar 7, 2025

Edward E. Ferguson, 38

Edward E. Ferguson, age 38, lifelong resident of Elyria, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at St. John's Medical Center in Westlake. He was born in Middleburg Heights to Rita (nee Arthur) and Eddie Ferguson.

Edward worked as a school bus aid and an Auxiliary Sheriff Deputy for Lorain County....

Mar 6, 2025

Janice Kay Spires, 83

Janice Kay Spires, 83, of Stout, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at SOMC Hospice. Born on November 9, 1941, in Stout, she was the daughter of the late Orvil and Bertha Rollins Gifford.

In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her son, Tim Spires,...

Mar 5, 2025

Carl Ray Jenkins Sr., 83

Carl Ray Jenkins Sr., 83 of Blue Creek, Ohio went home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 5, 2025 after a long, brave battle with dementia.  Carl was born on March 6, 1941 in Greenup, KY to Maude and Henry Jenkins.  Carl, known as "Jack or Papa" to most, lived...

Mar 3, 2025

Jerry A. Mann, 79

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry "Grizz" Mann. Jerry passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 79, on March 3, 2025. Jerry A. Mann was born on March 23, 1945 and lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love. He proudly served in the United States...

Feb 27, 2025

Jayne Lynn Hamilton, 69

It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of Jayne Lynn Hamilton, 69 of West Portsmouth, on Thursday February 27, 2025 at her home. She was born November 23, 1955 in Portsmouth, Ohio

Jayne is preceded in death by her dear mother, Johanna Newton Risner, and the love of...

Feb 21, 2025

Eileen Ruth Hornung, 94

Eileen Ruth (McCall) Hornung, 94, of West Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 29, 1930, in Dry Run of West Portsmouth to Charles and Lillian (Walden) McCall.

Along with her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her son, Joey Hornung; stepson,...