R.M. Williams Funeral Service

Flora Mae Sheets, 71, of Wellston, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. She was born March 6, 1952, in Pasadena, California, daughter of the late Raliegh Cline and Martha Alice Graves. Flora was a 1970 graduate of Jackson High School. She spent most of her life as a homemaker raising two children and taking care of her late husband, Clarence, to whom she was married for 52 years. Flora enjoyed coloring, crafting, and was a Mickey Mouse and steam engine enthusiast. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Annie Shook (Greg); son, Clarence Oliver "Ty" Sheets II (Samantha); a granddaughter, Clara Sheets;...

Shirley Irene (Wiseman) Walton, 86, of Logan, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at O'Bleness Hospital in Athens. She was born May 16, 1936, in Hamden, Ohio, daughter of the late Pearl and Elizabeth (Beebe) Wiseman. Irene lived a very accomplished life. A Christian by faith, she was a member of the Logan Freewill Baptist Church where she played the organ and piano for many years. She also devoted many hours serving her fellow man by volunteering at the church for various events over the years where her food was always welcome. Early on in life, Irene was a homemaker. She raised her two children and maintained her home while her husband, Gary, operated several family businesses. She...

Emma Lee Hughes, 81, of McArthur, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022, at her home. She was born September 7, 1941, in Westerville, Ohio, daughter of the late Robert and Jeanette (Sides) Moss. Emma was a very strong woman who was respected by many. She attended college at the age of 35 ultimately graduating with her bachelor's degree in psychology. She went on to retire from the Athens County Department of Children Services, the Athens County Sheriff's office as a counselor, and the Vinton County Local School District as a substitute teacher. She was a member of the Eagles, the VFW, and a Christian by faith. She enjoyed supporting those organizations and coking for various events and...

Melvin Russell Nickell, 79, of McArthur, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at his home. He was born October 12, 1943, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Robert Henry Nickell and Ruth Irene Craig Nickell. Melvin was drafted to the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He proudly served his country as a Specialist 4. He later went on to work for Fishel Company where he retired after 38 years of service. Melvin loved to travel. Some of his favorite places were the beach and Tennessee. His employment with Fishel allowed his family to move around the country for many years taking in the beautiful sights of America. He was an extremely hard worker who enjoyed flea markets,...

Jayden Cole Scarberry, 14, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at his home surrounded by loved ones after being discharged on hospice care following a complicated hospital stay. He was born May 2, 2008, in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of Jay and Ashley (McManis) Scarberry. Cole brought so much light and love during his 14 years on earth. He often liked to argue to get everyone laughing. He loved foxes, balloons, and anything that made noise. He enjoyed listening to music, dancing, singing, and making himself known with his favorite toy rattle. He was a brave and strong little boy from the moment he was born. He also adored being around his family and friends, especially his...

Maxine H. (Long) Mossman, 96, of Oak Hill, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022, at her home following a short illness. She was born November 27, 1925, in Jackson County, Ohio, daughter of the late Glen and Lillian Long. Maxine retired from Kohl's Retail store as a manager in Concord, California. She was also employed by the FBI. She was married 46 years to Bert William "Bill" Mossman, Jr, who preceded her in death. Maxine enjoyed crocheting and crossword puzzles. In addition to her husband, Bill, Maxine was also preceded in death by her son, Douglas Michael "Mike" Mossman; brothers, Willard (Jessie), Carl (Frances), Edgar (Ada) , and Wayne Long; a sister, Darlene Murray; nieces,...

Selfless. Kind. Funny. Loving. These are but a few words that describe Janie Lynn Fannin, 53, of McArthur, who passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at her home. She was born September 1, 1968, in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late William G. and Sarah Jane (Ward) Fannin. Janie was currently employed with the village of McArthur as their fiscal officer and in that role was an integral part of the community. A Christian by faith and a member of Grace Baptist Church in McArthur, she was a gentle soul and a lover of animals. Janie was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan, and fiercely loved her kids and grandkids. She will be greatly missed by many. She is survived by her children,...

Ethan Fout, 19, of McArthur, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born May 16, 2003, in Chillicothe, Ohio, son of Daniel and Karla (Collins) Fout. Ethan was a graduate of Vinton County High School and the Buckeye Hills Career Center. He was currently employed with Kokosing. An outdoorsman at heart, Ethan enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, and dirt track racing. He was a very hard worker who would help anyone in need. He loved his job, his work family, and friends. He will be greatly missed by many. He is survived by his parents, Dan and Karla Fout; brothers, Chace (Kayla Prater) Holley, Austin Holley, Elijah (Catie Janeczko) Fout,...