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Harold Calvin Lee 95 of So. Bloomfield, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at home. He was born on Dec. 27, 1929 in Commercial Point to the late Harry and Sylvia (McKnight) Lee. Besides his wife Phyllis of 71 years, he was preceded in death by his parents, bothers, Arthur, George, and Eugene; sisters Florence, Bertha, Beatrice, Rose Mary, Martha Jane, Ruth Ann and Evelyn. Harold is survived by children Clifta (Mike) Cameron of So. Bloomfield, Jeff (Betty) Lee of Ashville, Kimberly Gregg of So. Bloomfield; brother Harry (Patti) Lee of Fort Myers, FL; grandchildren, Chad (Rocky) Black, Brad (Lori) Black, Carrie (Ryan) Morrison, Corey Black (Kendra Gabriel), Christina Gregg-Ljubi,...

Rev. John E. Little, 91, formerly of Ashville, OH passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, in Groveport, OH. Visitation will be on Friday, May 16th from 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. followed by Funeral Service at 12:30 p.m. at Oliver-Cheek Funeral Home, 420 W. Main Street, Ashville, OH, 43103. Interment will follow at Harrison Township Cemetery, South Bloomfield. Full obituary at olivercheekfuneralhome.com.

Paul Kazee, 82, of Ashville, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, OH. Paul was born on December 13, 1942, to the late Orion Paul and Goldie Belle (Hayes) Kazee in Columbus, Ohio. He was a 1961 graduate of South High School and worked as a machinist for all of his professional life ending his career at RCA in Circleville, Ohio. People of deep faith, Paul and Donna, his wife of 61 years, attended various CCCU and Nazarene churches. Paul was an avid outdoorsman, fields and forests and streams were a constant source of delight. He was never more at home than when he was in a canoe. Paul made bespoke Kentucky Rifles of exquisite...

Dolores Ann Messick, 90 of Ashville, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Story Point Nursing Home in Grove City, OH. She was born on May 18, 1934 to the late Chester and Erma (Haynes) Roese in South Bloomfield, OH. Dolores was a 1952 graduate of Ashville-Harrison High School and worked for the State of Ohio in Worker's Comp. Dept. She attended South Bloomfield Methodist Church. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Harold and Stanley Roese; sisters Ruby Teets, Norma Kraft and Clara Gregg. Dolores is survived by her husband of 70 years, Charles E. Messick: son Mark (Kathy) Messick; grandsons Eric, John (Jessica) and Dillon Messick; great...

Jacklyn "Jackie" Harrison, 78 of South Bloomfield, OH passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Mt. Carmel Grove City. She was born May 27, 1946 to the late William Tell and Lillian (Slamowitz) Hensley. Jackie graduated from Washington Courthouse High School Class of 1964 and later retired from the Printing Industry after 45 years. She enjoyed crafting as a hobby. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by sister Elvira Phipps and brothers Louis and Randy Hensley. Survived by her husband of 44 years Daniel E. Harrison; stepchildren Michelle (Ronnie) Burke and Heather Mershon; sisters Joan Applegate, K. Ashworth, and Kim Hensley; 2 step grandchildren Alexander Harrison and Tori...

Stanley V. Echelbarger, 84 of Ashville, OH passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Grove City Senior Living. He was born on June 18, 1940 in Columbus, OH to the late Victor and Helen (Holmes) Echelbarger. He was a graduate of Central High School and retired from the State of Ohio Employment Office as an office agent. Stan served his country in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Germany. He had attended OSU receiving an Associate's Degree and was a member of South Bloomfield Methodist Church. He enjoyed golf, bowling, and loved history. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife JoAnn Roese Echelbarger on October 17, 2024. Survived by children, Dennis Echelbarger, Diana...

Linda Beavers, 84, of Ashville, OH passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was born on June 25, 1940 in Millport to the late James and Thelma (Pettibone) Toole. Linda was a graduate of Scioto Township H.S. Class of 1958 and retired after 18 years from Westfall Schools. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Gene Beavers, and brother James Toole. Linda dedicated her life to her family, and her joyful, quick-witted nature will be profoundly missed by them. Wherever she went, she always had a smile on her face. Linda cherished baking for the holidays, playing card games, and going shopping. She was the center of her family and lived her life...

Jean J. (Jackson) Siriano of Ashville, Ohio, passed away on March 1, 2025, at the age of 89, at Carolyn's Cottage in Grove City, Ohio. Jean leaves a lasting impression on countless lives, from being a loving guide and example for her children and grandchildren, teaching for over 30 years, and serving others in church and in her community. Many will remember her for her positive attitude and words of encouragement, her devotion to both family and friends, and her unwavering love for the Lord. Jean was born Jean Agnes Jackson on August 24, 1935, to Clarence and Vivian Jackson, in Bolivar, New York. She graduated from high school in 1953, attended Bible college in Rhode Island and toured with...

Howard 'Garry' Osborn born October 1, 1942 passed away unexpectedly February 28, 2025 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Blodwin Osborn, brother and sister in-law Jerry and Phyllis Osborn and nephew Eric Bruce Osborn. He is survived by his daughter Julie (Randy) Samlow, his son Drew (Paula) Osborn and their mother Laura Osborn, grandchildren Max, Mason, Mccoy, Will and Ava, and special niece Lavita (Steve) Kempf. A graduate of South Webster High School in the Class of 1960, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Ohio University and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration from Marshall University, Garry believed in the power of being educated....

Stephen Ray Rice, 68 of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Doctors Hospital West, Columbus. He was born on March 27, 1956 in Columbus to the late Gordon Ray and Anna Louise (Hall) Rice. Stephen was a 1975 graduate of Teays Valley High School, a veteran of the US Army where he was stationed in Germany and then later in Colorado Springs and retired as a machinist for Owens Illinois Techneglas. He loved hunting, fishing, music, and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, Stephen is preceded in death by his father-in-law, Alan King. He is survived by his wife, Cheri A. (King) Rice; son, Jason (Amanda) Rice; grandson Luke; brothers Fred (Judy)...

Dorothy Mae (Ett) Cormany 93 of Ashville passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Wyngate Senior Living in Circleville. She was born on September 16, 1931 in Walnut Township, Pickaway County, Ohio to the late Howard Heffner and Mary Malinda (Sark) Ett. A graduate of Walnut H.S. Class of 1949, she retired from General Electric in Circleville after 16 plus years and retired from Logan Elm as a study hall monitor. Dorothy, being raised on a farm loved farming for her Dad for many years. She was especially proud that she taught Wilson and Allen how to cultivate corn. She also liked bailing hay and straw, and cribbing ear corn in the fall. Dorothy attended Hedges Chapel CCCU in...

Elizabeth A. "Libby" Thomas 69 of Ashville, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at O.S.U. Medical Center, Columbus, OH. She was born on September 22, 1955 in Wheelersburg, OH to the late James W. and Phyllis Irene (Frame) Burns. Libby was a graduate of Walnut Ridge H.S. Columbus. She had retired from Teays Valley Schools in food service across the district for over 30 years. She loved cooking and taking care of her family, especially her grandchildren. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by brothers Jack, Tom, Jimmy, and sister Linda. She is survived by her husband Ron of 51 years; daughter Christy (Christopher) Danison; grandchildren William (Brooklynn),...

Geraldine "Jeri" Anna Robbins, 93, of Conroe, TX formerly Circleville, passed into the arms of Jesus on February 1, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on April 26, 1931 in Chillicothe, OH to the late Charles E. and Josephine D. (Arledge) Uhrig. She was a clerk of the Circleville Municipal Courts. Jeri was a gentle and quiet spirit who loved the Lord , her family and friends. She loved to play the piano, to garden and to dance and she loved The Circleville Pumpkin Show. Aside from her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard D. Robbins; and son Gary Robbins. Jeri is survived by her son Jeff Robbins (Angie), her daughter Joy Williams(Judson), daughter-in-law Beth...

Jewell (Polley) Roese, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025 in her South Bloomfield home surrounded by her family and friends. Jewell was born in Columbus on April 15, 1929 to the late Art and Mabel Polley. She grew up on the south end of Columbus and graduated from South High School. During the Depression, she and her siblings spent much time with her beloved grandparents in Webbville, Kentucky, of which she had fond memories. Jewell was blessed with a large and loving family. She is preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Albert Junior Roese; son Paul Albert; daughter Melody Ann Buckler; brother Robert Polley; sister Virginia (Polley) Medina; grandsons...

Robert Carma Eugene Thompson, 71, of South Bloomfield, OH passed away at Brown Memorial on Saturday, January 11, 2025. He was born on April 9, 1953 to the late Bradley and Mildred (Fraley) Thompson in Blaine, Kentucky. Robert was an employee of the Village of South Bloomfield in the water department and for many years at Techniglass in Columbus. He loved hunting; especially squirrel hunting, fishing, and bluegrass music, camping, and spending time with family. Besides his parents, Robert is preceded in death by his daughter Pamela Bode, son-in-law Dennie Evans III, and numerous brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 47 years Cathy A. (Patton) Thompson; children Juanita...

Sally A. Raymond, 86, of Circleville passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2025. Sally was born on December 20, 1938 to William R Curry and Sarah Rhilda Hampp. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, blessed daughter Rhonda Jaye Raymond-St. Cin on July 13, 2007 and her beloved husband of 61 years William Allen Raymond on July 4, 2017. She was also preceded in death by her dear grandmother Cordelia Hampp, brother William R. Curry, Jr. ( Bub), Jay L Curry and his son William Marshall Curry, Ray E. Curry (Spike), Chester T. Curry(Teddy), also half brother Charles E Hamilton and his wife Joan (Wolfe) Hamilton, Ted and Shirley Raymond, Mark...

Thomas William Wardell III, 84 of Ashville, OH passed away on Dec. 25, 2024 at Mt. Carmel Hospital, Grove City. Tom was born on Feb. 9, 1940 in Jackson Twp. to Thomas William and Wylma (Dewey) Wardell II. He was a 1958 graduate of Ashville-Harrison High School and proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a machinist mate. He owned and operated Thomas Wardell Farm Drainage for years. Tom loved working in the farm fields in Pickaway and surrounding counties. He was preceded in death by his father in 1947 and his mother in 2001, sister Myrna Siniff, several nieces and nephews and brothers-in-law. Tom is survived by his wife of 47 years Teresa (Cummins) Wardell, son Chris (Jeanne) Wardell, son...

Larry P. Beard, 79 of Circleville, OH passed away Monday, December 23, 2024 at OSU Medical Center, Columbus, OH. Larry had retired from DuPont in Circleville after 36 years. He served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and was a graduate of Williamsport H.S. Class of 1964 Survived by his wife Judy R. (Huston); son John (Tina) Beard and many other family members. Family will receive friends on Friday, January 3rd from 4-8 p.m. at the Oliver-Cheek Funeral Home, 420 W. Main St. Ashville with a Funeral Service Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. with Shane Roese officiating. Burial will follow in Harrison Township Cemetery, So. Bloomfield. Full obituary in Tuesday's paper ...

Larry P. Beard 79 of Circleville, OH passed away Monday, December 23, 2024 at OSU Medical Center, Columbus, OH. He was born on January 12, 1945 in Athens, OH to the late Charles and Carrie Eloise (Miller) Beard. Larry had retired from DuPont in Circleville after 36 years. He served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and was a graduate of Williamsport H.S. Class of 1964. He loved basketball and had played in high school as well as in the Army in Germany before Vietnam and many years later on independent teams. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and more recently loved to carve walking sticks. He was a member of Williamsport American Legion. Besides his parents he was preceded...

Carol A. Leming age 80 of Ashville, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December, 17, 2024 in Circleville. She was born in Columbus, OH on December 4, 1944 to the late Richard and Betty Lou (Thompson) Biggs. Carol worked at the Circleville Walmart for 13 years as well as A-Z Packaging Co. in Columbus. She was a 1963 graduate of Franklin Heights High School and attended Bliss College. Along with her late husband John, she was an active member of Crossroads Church and went on 18 mission trips with the team from Crossroads. She also travelled the US teaching Vacation Bible Schools and abroad. Preceded in death by her husband of 46 years John A. Leming, step-daughter Robin Mullins;...

Patricia J. Von Ins, 89, of Ashville, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Story Point Grove City. Pat was born on August 16, 1935, to the late Olen and Virginia Lucille (Thayer) Green. She was a graduate of Braxton County High School and had worked for Nationwide Insurance. She was also a member of South Bloomfield Methodist Church. Pat is preceded in death by her husband, Eugene N. Von Ins and children, Karen J. Gandarillas and Don Von Ins. She is survived by grandchildren Branden and Jessica Von Ins, Ryan Gray, and David Ocker; great-grandchildren Aiden and Lukas Ocker; and son-in-law Richard Gandarillas. Visitation will be held from 4-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday,...