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John Daniel McGuire, born December 19, 1935 was called home to our Lord on January 15, 2025 at the age of 89. He is survived by his loving wife Patsy (Bobst) McGuire whom he met at Beaver High School. They were married on June 8, 1957 and have been a shining example of a steadfast marriage for almost 68 years to their three children; Brad (Michele) McGuire, Lisa (Mike) DiFilippo, and John (Karen) McGuire. He has always been a present and involved grandfather to all six of his grandchildren: Matthew (Stephanie) McGuire, Michael (Laura) DiFilippo, Kathleen (Luke) Sedacca, Sara McGuire, John McGuire and Madelyn DiFilippo and to his 9 great-grandchildren. After serving in the US Army for...

Karen Kay (Detillion) Phipps passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family January 3rd 2025. Karen was born Sept. 9, 1950 to the late John and Bessie Detillion. She was preceded in death by two infant siblings, her brothers Delbert Detillion, Don Detillion, Gene (Tink) Detillion, Damon Detillion, Grover Detillion; Sisters Juanita France, Avanel Rumfield, and Velma Holsinger, Karen is survived by her husband Ronald M. Phipps and son Brian (Erin) Phipps. Two granddaughters, Olivia Stephens and Carter Stephens. Also, several nieces and nephews that she mothered over the years. Karen was a devout Christian and member of Givens Chapel Church. She worked hard to minister to others...

John L. Davis, age 84, died November 26, 2024 in Piketon, Ohio. He was born December 13, 1939. Cox Burkitt Funeral Home in Beaver, Ohio is assisting the family with arrangements.

Wanda Thornsberry passed away peacefully Thursday October 10, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 4, 1944, to the late Beryl and Mabel Hougland. She was preceded in death by her husband Steve, her son Steven Ray, brothers Robert and Gary Hougland, and sisters Lavonda Hougland, Patricia Hougland, June Kneisley and Linda Hinshaw. Wanda is survived by her children Sean (Lorrie) Thornsberry, Wendy (Wayne) Newman, Melissa (Charlie) Cantrell, Crystle (Pete) Keller as well as her grandchildren. Wanda truly believed that every day was a good day and she lived her life accordingly. She was a great mom, outstanding grandmother and is missed more than words could possibly say. We...

Peter "Lew" Schrader, age 87, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024 at his home surrounded by loved ones. Lew was born April 19, 1937 in Beaver, Ohio to Alvin "Nick" and Eliza (Chandler) Schrader who proceeded him in death. Lew is married to Nancy (Evans) Schrader (June 6, 1956) for 68 years. Together they have 4 children, Jeff (Vicki) Schrader, Scott Schrader, Brent (Vickie) Schrader and Kara Schrader. Lew was blessed with 9 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 7 brothers, Alvin "George" Schrader, Melvin "Beanie" Schrader, Paul Schrader, James "Cavis" Schrader, Danny Schrader, Wayne...

Ralph Michael Davis- or "Mike" as he was known to everyone- of Piketon, Ohio passed away at The Ohio State University Medical Center on June 18, 2024. Mike was born on November 18, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio to Ralph and Betty (Nance) Davis who both preceded him in death. Mike's world revolved around the love of his life, Elisa Lou (Beekman) Davis, who survives. Mike and Lisa were married on March 9th, 1973, and built a wonderful life together, raising a daughter, Jennifer Lynn (Scott) Chandler of Piketon, OH, and two sons, Michael Adam (Brandi) Davis of Piketon, OH, and Clayton Tyler (Jill) Davis of Chillicothe, OH. Mike and Lisa are the extremely proud grandparents to Madison Shae (Brice)...

Karen "Sue" Cochenour, age 82, of Waverly, Ohio, died Wednesday March 27, 2024, while surrounded by her family at her residence. She was born February 27, 1942 in Beaver, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ezra Bobst and Gladys Schrader Bobst. She was united in marriage November 19, 1960 to her husband, Richard Cochenour, who preceded her in death November 27, 2009. Surviving are three children, Cindy (Rick) Farmer, Mark (Julie) Cochenour, and Marty (Tiffany) Cochenour, six grandchildren, Nick Farmer, Eric (Whitney) Farmer, Hunter Cochenour, Abby Cochenour, Addison Cochenour, and Gavin Cochenour, two great-grandchildren, Olivia Farmer and Baron Farmer, three brothers, Jack Bobst, Jerry Bobst, Dean...

Frank Tackett Jr., beloved father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2024. Frank was born in Waverly, Ohio to the late Frank and Elzie Tackett on March 25, 1964. He was blessed with a large and loving family. Frank was kind, soft-spoken, and always had time to help others. He was a loving family man and devoted his time to helping them. Frank loved attending family gatherings, working on projects with his brothers, and most of all, loved spending time with his grandchildren. He attended bible study with his brother-in-law, Marshall, and enjoyed the time spent with him and the discussions with the group. Frank always had a smile for everyone...

Rosa Leona Daniels Davis, age 75, a long-time resident of Beaver, Ohio, died Wednesday January 24, 2024 at the SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born July 31, 1948 in Pike County, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Robert "Dick" Daniels and Goldie Williams Vance. She was united in marriage July 20, 1967 to her husband, Henry Davis, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Jeffrey (Kim) Davis of Beaver, Ohio and Kevin (Leslie) Davis of Athens, Ohio, five grandchildren, Erin (Colton) Brammer, Holt Anderson, Karli Davis, Parker Davis, and Bailey Davis, three great-grandchildren, Marshall, Kennedy, and Blair, one brother, Richard (Janice) Tiller of Waverly, Ohio, and one sister,...

Anna Irene Conley, age 85, of Beaver, Ohio, died Thursday December 7, 2023 at her residence. She was born March 31, 1938 in Rock House, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Floyd Rigsby and Nettie Phipps Rigsby. She was united in marriage December 22, 1956 to her husband of 67 years, Byron Richard Conley, who survives. Also surviving are four children, Marsha (John) Stevens of Beaver, Ohio, Don (Connie) Conley of Dayton, Ohio, Jeff Conley of Jackson, Ohio, and Michelle (Russell) Tong of Latham, Ohio, six grandchildren, Harvey (Telena) Bevins of Beaver, Ohio, Tara (Luke) Southworth of Lucasville, Ohio, Tiffany (Ross Anderson) Stevens of Jackson, Ohio, Lindsay (Keoni) Avilla of Louisville,...

Judith Kay (Judy Kay Adams) Rapp, 86, passed away December 2nd, 2023 at home where she spent her final days with friends and family. She was born June 14, 1937, in Paintsville, Kentucky to Earnest and Dorothy (VanHoose) Adams who preceded her in death. Judy was married to Jerry Lee Rapp (October 14, 1961) for 57 years until his death in April of 2019. Together they had one daughter, Jill Renae & a wonderful son-in-law, Mark Rockwell who blessed them with two very loved granddaughters, Cecilia Rockwell and Jullia Rockwell. Judy is also survived by her brother Gary Adams and sister-in-law Vivian of Waverly, Ohio and her brother, Glenn Adams and sister-in-law Anna of Columbus, Indiana....

Dennis Lee Southworth, or Denny as he was known to many, age 64 of Piketon, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. Denny was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Edith "Mae" Southworth, and his father-in-law Sherman Tuttle. Denny was united in marriage to his one true love, Teresa (Tuttle) Southworth on August 16,1980 where they have one daughter, Brandi (Michael) Davis and two wonderful grandchildren Declan and Branleigh Davis all of whom survive. Also surviving are his two brothers, Robert "Bobby" (Brenda) Southworth and Timothy (Brenda) Southworth; mother-in-law...

Mary Ellen Adkins, age 75, of Beaver, Ohio, died Monday November 6, 2023 at her residence. She was born June 7, 1948. Cox Burkitt Funeral Home in assisting the family with arrangements.

Paul Edwin Cochenour, 81, passed away October 20, 2023, at Holzer Assisted Living in Jackson, Ohio surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 6, 1942, in Lucasville, Ohio to John and Helen (Dawson) Cochenour who preceded him in death. Paul was married to Shirley Jane Halterman for 58 years, until her death on September 17, 2021. He is survived by his daughter, Marcia Crace; his son, Gary (Traci) Cochenour. Grandchildren, Matthew (Andrea) Crace, Jon Crace, and Andrew Cochenour. Great-grandchildren, Charlee Crace and Hudson Crace. Sister, Twyla (Mike) Storage and Sister-in-law Sue (Richard) Cochenour. Also surviving are Art and Holly Doll, whom he loved dearly as though they were...

Goldie Irene Vance, age 95, of Waverly, Ohio, died Wednesday September 27, 2023 at the SOMC Hospice Center in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born August 18, 1928 in East St. Louis, Illinois, a daughter of the late Thomas Harry Williams and Rosa Jenkins Williams. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Howard Vance, seven daughters, including infant daughter Delores Ann Daniels, five sons, two sisters, Betty Riggs and Mabel Brownfield, and one brother, Asa Williams. Surviving are her children, Jack (Sheri) Vance of North Carolina, Richard (Janice) Tiller of Waverly, Ohio, Rosa (Henry) Davis of Beaver, Ohio, and Jennifer Yates of Alabama, twenty two grandchildren, Amanda Daniels, Jeffery...

Georgia Anna McKee, age 87, of Columbus, Ohio, died Thursday August 17, 2023 at the Ohio State East Hospital. Cox Burkitt Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Lorene Duncan, age 90, of Beaver, Ohio, died Tuesday August 15, 2023 at the Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe, Ohio. Cox Burkitt Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Blaise Mitchell Reader Sr., 74, passed Saturday, June 17, 2023, after a long illness. Blaise was born December 6, 1948, in Rome, NY. Blaise left high school and joined the military. After joining the Marines in November 1967, Blaise served two years in Vietnam and was involved in 18 major battles. He is a recipient of numerous awards including the purple heart, bronze medals and a Navy achievement Medal. For his unnerving valor his name is with Quantico in Langley, VA. Corporal Reader left the military in 1973. After returning from active duty, Blaise and his best friend from high school, Dave Patrick, made their way to the Ohio Valley and Blaise settled in Pike County. There Blaise married...

Joey Boyd Howard, 66, of Beaver, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2023 at the O.S.U. Ross Heart Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. He was born at home on September 25, 1956 in Magoffin County, Kentucky to Ruben and Opal (Jenkins) Howard, who survive. Alongside his parents, he is survived by his wife of 39 years, Jennie (Salisbury) Howard, 3 daughters, Jessica (Preston) Dickerson, Chelsea (Johnny) Howard, and Casey (Andrew) Howard, 7 grandchildren, Preston, Parker, and Levan Dickerson, Scarlett Bryant, Joey Knauff, Hayden Slusher, and Amara Tuttle, 2 sisters, Darlene (Billy Jo) Isaac, and JoAnn (Jamie) Steffy, 2 sisters-in-law, Emma (Greg) Slone, and Tammy (Roy) Garrison, 2...

Mary Helen Hendrickson, age 78, of Waverly, Ohio, died Friday February 10, 2023 at the Adena-Pike Medical Center in Waverly, Ohio. She was born September 9, 1944 in Terre Haute, Indiana, a daughter of the late James W. Staton Sr. and Mary H. Chisler Staton. She was united in marriage December 14, 1984 to Robert William Hendrickson, who preceded her in death November 14, 2001. Surviving are two step-daughters, Debbie Bosstick of Farmersburg. Indiana and Trudy (Ron) Bartz of Buchannan, Michigan, two step-grandsons, Jason (Amanda) Bosstick of Brazil, Indiana and Harold Bosstick of Louisianna, one step great-granddaughter, Kylee Bosstick of Brazil, Indiana, one sister, Alice Ward of Waverly,...

Willard Louis Harris, age 85, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loved ones Saturday December 24, 2022 at his residence. He was born January 27, 1937 in Pike County, Ohio, a son of the late Rev. Ralph and Flora Harris. Surviving are his daughter, Kim (Wayne) Harris of Grove City, Ohio, his grandchildren, Kotie (Erik) Mason of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, Koulton Grant of Grove City, Ohio, and Sandra, Willard Jr., and Richard Harris, a great-granddaughter, Lilly Mason, extended grandchildren, Troy (Amanda) Mason and Lucas (Kacey) Mason, extended great-grandchildren, Troy, Ayden, Trinity, Kinsley, Remington, River, and Wilder, a brother, Ralph "Jerry" Harris of...