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Clifford Lee Zempter, 88, of Chillicothe, died peacefully on October 4, 2022. Cliff was born December 11, 1933, in Portsmouth to Henry Lee and Dora Mae (Jones) Zempter. He graduated from Minford High School in 1952 and attended Ohio University and Rio Grande College, where he was a member of the 1952-53 undefeated national championship men's basketball team. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and met his wife of almost 65 years, Edith Gaylene (Irwin) Zempter, while stationed in Spokane, Wash. They returned to Scioto County in 1958, where they remained until moving to Chillicothe in 2003. Cliff retired from Norfolk Southern (previously Norfolk & Western) Railroad after 30 years in...

Susan Laura Jeter, of Chillicothe, passed away September 16, 2022 at the age of 74. Susan Married Glenn Allen Jeter in Ironton, OH on August 1, 1970. Survivors include two children, Amy (Noah) McNaughton, Waverly, and Ryan (Kelly) Jeter, Williamsport; and two grandchildren, Ally and Taryn McNaughton. Susan graduated from Ironton High School in 1966 and went on to complete a Bachelor's degree at Ohio University and a Master's Degree from Marshall University. Susan was a dedicated teacher who retired from the Scioto Valley School District, Pike County in 2003 after many years of positively influencing the lives of hundreds of children. Susan loved a good book, being outside, hiking,...

Beverly (Peck) Butt, 79 of Ft. Pierce, Florida went to be with her Lord and Savior August 2, 2022, with her daughter Dawn by her side. She was born March 28, 1943 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Matilda (Kline) and Robert E. Peck. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Nick (Friend) Butt; brother, Gregory Peck; daughter, Deidra Robinson; son Chad Robinson; granddaughters Lyndsay Poole and Brynna Garza; and step-grandson Bryant (Bean) Butt. Beverly grew up in Chillicothe, OH and graduated from Chillicothe High School, Class of 1961. In 1989 she moved to Florida with Nick where they were married in 1990. She began selling real estate and became co-owner of ABC Realty with...

Heather D. Trimble, 55, of Lancaster, died July 18, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, following an extended illness. She was born March 7, 1967 in Westerly, RI to Martha Gavitt Jordan. On June 16, 1990 she married Bradley A. Trimble, who survives. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her father, Barry W. Jordan, step-mother, France Jordan, with whom she was very close; son, Tyler (Courtney) Trimble, of Laurelville; two grandchildren, Tee and Kora; two siblings, Amy Vanbrunt and Jason (Christine) Joyce, and aunt Nancy Madison. She was preceded in death by her mother, Martha Gavitt Jordan, and brother, Jeffrey Joyce. Heather was an office manager for National Water Services,...

Lawrence H. Leffler, 79, of Londonderry passed away peacefully in the early morning of Thursday, July 14, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife, Kay Leffler, with whom he had recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. He is also survived by his daughter, Kristi Tway of Chillicothe; sons Keith (Rachel) and Kelly (Mary) Leffler, both of Logan; grandchildren Nicole (Shawn) Davis, Courtney (Tyler) Trimble, Nathan Tway, Laura Leffler, Lucy Leffler, Logan Leffler, Clancy (Jessica) Weathersbee, Brandi Leffler, and Robert Lawrence Leffler; great-grandchildren Tee, Jayden Davis, Kora Trimble, Maycee Jones, Kaydee Weathersbee, and...

Melanie J. Ashton, 66, of Chillicothe, died 1:01 pm, May 29, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following a second battle with cancer. She was born June 20, 1955 in Washington CH to the late Eugene and Elda J. Mossbarger Heath. On October 7, 1988 she married John R. Ashton, who survives. Also surviving are 3 children, Chad (Angie) Coil, Carrie Ashton, and John (Ashley Neely) Ashton Jr., all of Chillicothe; 12 grandchildren, Shawn (Alex Burnett) Daniels, Brittany (John) Hettinger, Melissa (Tyler Bolin) Daniels, Heath, Cami, Raeley and Chadalyssia Coil, Alexsha King, Hayden, Ryder and Jayce Ashton and Jaden Herrold; 7 great-grandchildren, Zayden, Tucker, Cashton, Kaselyn, Kaisley,...

Sandra L. Abram, 74, of Frankfort, OH, passed away peacefully in her home Monday, May 16, 2022. She was born, December 15, 1947 in Lancaster, OH, to the late Hubert and Juanita Willoughby. She was preceded in death by her brother Daniel Willoughby. Sandy's career involved working at Sam's Club in sales and the VA Medical Center-Chillicothe in the canteen and housekeeping. She was a graduate of Reynoldsburg High School, Class of 1966. Survivors include her loving husband, Thomas Abram; her daughters, Marcie (David) Muncy-Serrioz of Kansas City, Mo., Jackie (Randy) Pfender of Grove City and Michelle (Rodney) Davis of Pickerington; step-children, Colt (Jennifer) Abram of Blacklick, Cassie...

Estella E. Matthews Byrd, 52, of Washington CH, died May 13, 2022, at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following an extended illness. She was born October 31, 1969 in Xenia, OH to the late Michael L. and Marsha E. Follis Matthews. Survivors include 3 children, Natasha (Latrail) Bowman, Kenneth Hatfield III, and Lacey Hebb, all of Washington CH, a step-daughter, Kirsten Proehl, of Chillicothe; 5 grandchildren, Jeremiah, Wyatt, Wakely, Mason and Evelayna; 4 siblings, Corrina Matthews and Kareal Manns, of Washington CH, Lamar Matthews, of Jeffersonville, and Hugo Matthews, of El Paso, TX; her stepmother, Martha Ortiz, of El Paso, TX; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. She...

Eunice Elizabeth Ramsey passed away peacefully, at age 83 yrs. in her home April 21, 2022 after an extended illness, and went to her eternal home with the Lord. She was born October 31, 1938 in Ross Co. OH, daughter of John (Mary) Crabtree. Eunice wed John E. Ramsey July 15, 1956, officiated by Rev. Neil Park at the Crabtree residence in Ross Co. Eunice and John had 4 children (3 sons, 1 daughter). Eunice was a caring person and loved to help others. She was a member of Wilson Run CCCU Church and Jefferson Ave. CCCU Church, where she would often play piano, sing with her husband and 4 children and also taught Sunday school. Eunice enjoyed playing piano and singing gospel hymns to the...

Richard V. Spellman, 75, of Chillicothe, died February 17, 2022 at the VA Medical Center-Chillicothe. He was born January 4, 1947 to the late Orville V. Spellman and Viola J. Adkins. On May 1, 1966 he married Margaret Ann White Spellman, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Marla J. Spellman, Stuart, FL, Richard V. Spellman, Jr., Washington CH, and Leanna B. (Adam) Sheppard, Chillicothe; five grandchildren, Jordan L. (Charity) Sheppard, Madison L. Spellman, Ethan J. (Jasmine) Sheppard, Mavrick V. Spellman and Livia M. Sheppard; two great-grandchildren, Willow N. and Braxton A. R. Sheppard; and two siblings, Don O. (Gerry) Spellman,Newark, Roger (Cindy) Spellman, McArthur. He...

Brenda A. Ashworth, 70, of Circleville, died at 8:21pm February 12, 2022, at Berger Hospital following an extended illness. She was born May 4, 1951, in Chillicothe, to the late Ira, Jr. and Opal E. (Evans) McCorkle. On March 15, 1969, she married Larry W. Ashworth, who survives. Also surviving are her sons: Brian (Addie) Ashworth, of Westerville; and Tommy (Tennille) Ashworth, of Commercial Point; grandchildren: Ian, Lydia, Madison and Buckley Ashworth; her siblings Mike (Kathy) McCorkle, Derre McCorkle, Dan McCorkle, Greg (Teresa) McCorkle, and Regenia (Don) Lear; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; and a sister Kay Ogan. Brenda attended Voice of Hope...

Charles Evans Perry, Jr. passed on January 28, 2022, in Pinellas Park, FL, after a brief illness. He was born June 3, 1939, at home, in Wheelersburg, Ohio. A Celebration of Life and Masonic Service will be held 11:00 am Saturday, June 25, Rev. Kevin Pigg officiating, at the Haller Funeral Home & Crematory, Chillicothe, OH. Military graveside services, and a Chillicothe Fire Department tribute will follow in Twin Township Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at Haller's.

Leightyn Kyzar Lee, 20-month-old infant son of Nick Lee and Brianna Roush, died unexpectedly on Jan. 16, 2022, at Berger Hospital, Circleville. He was born May 12, 2020, in Circleville. In addition to his parents, survivors include, brothers, David Lee, and Landyn Graham Lee; grandparents, Diana (Roy) Blankenship and Earl Lee, of Circleville; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by a great-grandmother, Ellen Adkins. Leightyn was a sweet, happy little boy who did everything with his big brother, Landyn. He loved being read to and watching his favorite cartoon, "Coco Melon." When it came time to eat, his favorites were the stuff of most toddler's dream...

Jude Michael Little, 15, of Chillicothe, died unexpectedly at 8:54am on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Adena Regional Medical Center. He was born March 14, 2006, in Portsmouth, OH, to Mike and Erin (Cooper) Little, who survive. Also surviving are his older brother Isaac Little, of Chillicothe; his paternal grandfather Mike Little; his maternal grandmother Penny Lamerson, both of Piketon; his maternal grandfather Cody (Lisa) Cooper, of Greenfield; aunts and uncles: Jeremy (Amanda) Little, Piketon, Shelli (Chris) Curtis, Waverly, Jodi Thomas-Head, Decatur, IL, April Cooper (fianc?e Jared Tackett), Piketon, Amber Cooper, Piketon, Adam Lamerson, Waverly, Caleb & Camron Cooper, Greenfield,...

Dixie L. Swackhammer, 64, of Chillicothe, died at 1:09am December 5, 2021, at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She was born March 1, 1957, in Chillicothe, to the late Boyd E. and M. June (Hupp) Swackhammer. Dixie was a 1975 graduate of Zane Trace High School and had worked at Wissler Myers Family Dentistry. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Pam (Terry) Davis, Clarksburg; beloved nieces and nephews: Terry (Meagen) Davis, Jr., Richmond Dale, Carrie (Bryan) Kessler, Chillicothe and Brandon (Tracy) Davis, Cincinnati; great-nieces and great-nephews: Tyler and Nicholas Davis, Brycen and Brant Kessler, Icy Davis, and Jacob and Kala Morgan; and several aunts and uncles, including...

Connie Sue Tillis departed for heaven on Monday, November 22, 2021 surrounded by her family. She was born in Vinton county on November 25, 1940 to Mona (Iles) Dozer and Cledtis Henry Dozer. She is survived by her husband, J. Curtis Tillis of 62 years, a daughter Deborah Lynn, a son James Dwight (Lori), two granddaughters, Kaila (Craig) Magill, Karah Tillis, step grandson James (Kaitlyn) Detty, and a beloved great grandson, Grant James Magill. She is also survived by her brother Ronald, of Alabama, sister-in-law Carolyn Dozer, brothers and sister's in-law Meredith and Goldie Ratcliff of Circleville, and Rev. William and Naomi Tillis of Penns Creek, PA, along with several nieces and nephews....

Aldean Elizabeth Bayless, 84, of Chillicothe, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, November 9, 2021 at the Adena Regional Medical Center. A funeral service will be held on at 1:00pm on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the Quinn Chapel A.M.E. Church. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Friends may join the family for calling hours from 12:00pm until the time of the service. Guests in attendance at the church are required to wear masks and asked to show proof of vaccination. A full obituary is available at www.HallerFuneralHome.com

Aldean Elizabeth Bayless, 84, of Chillicothe, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, November 9, 2021 at the Adena Regional Medical Center. She was born March 20, 1937 in Chillicothe, daughter of the late William and Helen (Fairrow) Bayless. Surviving are her two children, Mark (Lisa) Bayless, and Valarie (Kenneth) Head; five grandchildren, Mark (Lindsay) Bayless, Shaun Bayless, Kenneth Head, Trevor Head, and Malcom Head; 5 great-grandchildren; three siblings, Virgil Bayless, William (Charlene) Bayless, and Alma (Paul) Harris; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Christine...

Thomas L. Hunt, 75, of Circleville, died November 7, 2021, at his residence, following an extended illness. He was born February 22, 1946 in Circleville to the late John and Vernice Amann Hunt. On January 22, 1966 he married Norma "Jackie" Huston Hunt, who survives. Also surviving are two children, Thomas B. Hunt, of Circleville and Beverly (Donnie) Fisher, of Ross Co.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family and good friends. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Clayton Smith and several siblings. Mr. Hunt was a US Army veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from the Kroger Company. Following cremation, a celebration of his life will be held...

Mildred "Mike" LaGard, 87, of Chillicothe, died 12:48 pm, November 2, 2021, at her home. She was born August 11, 1934 in Parkersburg, WV to the late George W. and Blanche M. Hayes Black. On November 3, 1956 she married Robert L. LaGard, who survives. Also surviving are three siblings, George Black, Blanche Black, and Clara Bee, all of Parkersburg, WV and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Anna Black and Mary Dillon. Mrs. LaGard retired as a Registered Nurse in 1989 after 34 years of service with the Adena Health System. She participated in the delivery of over 7000 babies in her career. She was a member of the US Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air...

Troy Lee Uhrig, 44, of Chillicothe, passed away Monday evening, October 18, 2021 at the Adena Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness. He was born June 26, 1977 in Chillicothe, son of Michael and Vickie (Rossiter) Uhrig who survive. Also surviving is his sister, Mandy (Ryan) Grabill; his niece, Hannah Kingery; two nephews, Blake Miller and Caden Grabill; his close friends, the Brian Miller Family, the Joe Fink Family, the Brian Skaggs family, and Nate Miller; along with numerous other close friends from high school, 4-H, the Ohio State University, Auto Owners, and many different walks of life. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lloyd (Mildred) Uhrig; and...