Obituaries
Ernest Russell "Ernie" Forshey
Jul 9, 2025
Ernest Russell “Ernie” Forshey, age 72, of Jackson, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Adena Medical Center in Chillicothe surrounded by his family. He was born on May 5, 1953, in Oak Hill to the late Jacob and Juanita (Henderson) Forshey.
He is survived by his wife of over 25 years, Tina (Peoples) Forshey; children, Heather (Joe) Shoemaker,...
Julia "Julie" Natasha Ann Simpson
Jul 8, 2025
Julia Natasha Ann Simpson, age 39, of Oak Hill, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. She was born on December 6, 1985 in Toledo, Ohio to Ernie and Teresa Simpson, who survive.
She is survived by her parents; her brothers, Jeremy Adkins, of Oak Hill, Nathan (Amber) Simpson, of Oak Hill; sister, Tiffany (Michael) Chandler, of...
Robert Brian Kent Sr.
Jul 6, 2025
Robert Brian Kent Sr., age 64, of Jackson, Ohio passed away on July 6, 2025, in Jackson. He was born on January 6, 1961, in Gallipolis, Ohio to the late Roy and Daisy Kent.
He is survived by his long-time girlfriend, Linda Trivett; his children, Angel Kent (Keith Johnson) and Joseph Kent; grandchildren, Isaac and Israel Johnson, Gage Smith, Emily Kent,...
Stephen Issac Rayburn
Jul 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Stephen Issac Rayburn, 50, of Patriot, Ohio, on July 5, 2025. A father, a grandfather, a son, a brother—Stephen was so much to so many. His love was quiet but unwavering, and his presence felt like home.
He leaves behind his long-time partner, Cassandra Miller, who stood beside him through life’s many chapters.
He...
George "Moose" Thomas Gallagher
Jul 5, 2025
George Thomas “Moose” Gallagher, age 77, of Jackson passed away after a battle with cancer on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. He was born October 22, 1947, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late George and Jane (Emmett) Gallagher.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of almost...
Calvin Jenkins
Jul 2, 2025
Calvin Jenkins, age 88, of South Webster, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with dementia at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was born October 9th, 1936, in Eifort, Ohio to the late George and Stella (Caldwell) Jenkins.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Barbara (Hughes)...
James Franklin West
Jun 29, 2025
James Franklin “Jimmy” West, age 100, of Jackson, Ohio left to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 29th, 2025. Jimmy was born in Jackson, Ohio on December 26th, 1924, to the late Squire and Stella (Hughes) West.
Jimmy was raised and lived in Jackson until he joined the U.S. Army in 1942 and was sworn into service in 1943. Jimmy’s...
Wyman Dean Figgins
Jun 28, 2025
Wyman Dean Figgins, age 76 passed away Saturday morning while in palliative care at Adena Hospital in Chillicothe, Ohio. Wyman was born September 3, 1948, to the late Earl and Margaret (Cofer) Figgins, of Blackfork, Ohio. He was a member of Union Baptist Church in Blackfork, where he was a trustee and managed the music board for church services and...
Larry Keith Mcguire
Jun 28, 2025
Larry Keith McGuire, age 62, of Oak Hill, passed away after an extended illness early Saturday, June 28, 2025, at his home. He was born May 10, 1963, in Oak Hill, to the late Vernon and Irene (French) McGuire.
Survived by his wife of 6 years, Jackie (Williams) McGuire; children, Tamara (Lucas) Leach, Shane McGuire, Chris McGuire, and Michelle (Ryan) Hall;...
Kathy Patrick
Jun 27, 2025
Kathy (Rice) Patrick, age 73, of Jackson, Ohio passed away suddenly on June 27, 2025, at Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus. Kathy Ann Rice Patrick was born on April 8, 1952, in Chillicothe, Ohio, daughter of the late Bob and Esther Rice of Jackson.
Kathy is survived by her sisters, Peggy Rice (Larry) Foster and Karen Rice (Mark) McCann;...
Marilyn Ruth Gray
Jun 25, 2025
Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
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Marilyn Ruth Gray, age 96, passed away Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. She was born February 13th, 1929, in Oak Hill, Ohio to the late Albert “Poppy” and Pauline...
Kelli Ann (Jones) Harper
Jun 22, 2025
Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
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Kelli Ann (Jones) Harper, age 62, passed away on June 22, 2025, in Chillicothe, Ohio after a courageous
battle with cancer. She was born on March 9,...
Darlene Hope Davis
Jun 21, 2025
Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Hope Davis on Saturday, June 21st, 2025, at the age of 71. Hope was born on July 15th, 1953, in Oak Hill, Ohio...
Alyssa Nicole "Cole" Burchett
Jun 21, 2025
Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
202 Maple Ave., Oak Hill, Ohio 45656
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With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Alyssa Nicole “Cole” Burchett, age 26, of Oak Hill, Ohio who left this world far too soon on June 21st, 2025, after a...
Richard C. "Clint" Mcwhorter
Jun 14, 2025
Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
28 Harding Avenue, Jackson, OH 45640
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Richard C. “Clint” McWhorter, age 80, of Chillicothe, Ohio and formerly of Englewood, Ohio passed away Saturday, June 14th, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was born October 16, 1944, in Jackson, Ohio...
Emogene (Greer) White
Jun 9, 2025
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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
28 Harding Ave., Jackson, Ohio 45640
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Emogene (Greer) White, age 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Buckeye Forest Healthcare of Jackson, Ohio. She was born on May 16, 1930,...
Roberta Joyce (Howell) Boggs
Jun 8, 2025
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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
202 Maple Ave., Oak Hill, Ohio 45656
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(p) 740-682-6696
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Roberta Joyce (Howell) Boggs was called home to the Lord on June 8, 2025. She was born December 27, 1943, in Oak Hill, to Thurman and...
Kristain Renee Bonecutter
Jun 7, 2025
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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
202 Maple Ave., Oak Hill, Ohio 45656
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(p) 740-682-6696
(w) www.lewisgillum.com
Kristain Renee Bonecutter, age 34, of Oak Hill, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Ohio State Medical Center in Columbus. She was born...
David Delbert Moore
Jun 5, 2025
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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
202 Maple Ave., Oak Hill, Ohio 45656
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(p) 740-682-6696
(w) www.lewisgillum.com
David Delbert Moore, 79, was ushered by angels into Heaven on June 5, 2025, at his
home in Oak Hill, Ohio. He was born...
Ashley Renee Beach
Jun 4, 2025
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Lewis & Gillum Funeral Homes
28 Harding Ave., Jackson, Ohio 45640
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(p) 740-286-2010
(w) www.lewisgillum.com
Ashley Renee Beach, age 32, of Oak Hill, passed away after an extended illness on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Holzer Medical Center in Jackson. She was...
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