Obituary Listings

Jul 20, 2022

Willis F. Craft, 79, of New Boston passed away July 20, 2022. He was born June 16, 1943, a son of the late Willie and Ivory Fraley Craft. He formerly worked at Minford Feed and Supply for 7 years and Ramey Feed Store for 20 years. Willis is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Craft; a son, David...

Jul 19, 2022

Keith Michael Estep, 32, of Portsmouth passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022.  He was born in Portsmouth to Charles Fetherlof and Brenda Blevins.  Keith loved to Dance and Sing.

Keith is survived by his father, Charles Fetherlof of Minford and his mother, Brenda Blevins; four brothers, Michael Estep of Arizona, Heith Estep of Portsmouth, Joshua Estep of...

Jul 19, 2022

Frederick (Fred) Lee Collins, 65, of New Boston gained his angel wings on July 19, 2022 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth.  Fred was born May 10,1957 to the late Norman and Evelyn Collins in Portsmouth, Ohio. He passed peacefully with his daughters holding his hands. Fred had a heart of gold and would happily help anyone out anytime he could....

Jul 19, 2022

David Lee Slark, 70, of Portsmouth passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at his home. He was born December 23, 1951 to the late Harold and Lucille (Hughes) Slark in Portsmouth. David proudly served his country in the U. S. Air Force and was retired from Norfolk and Southern Railroad. He loved to fish and play the lottery. David was...

Jul 14, 2022

Charles William Sanders, 55, of Franklin Furnace passed away Thursday at home after a long illness. He was born September 15, 1966 in Ironton, a son of the late David Sanders and Sarah Cremeans Horn. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, past Grand Master of Highland #38 Masonic Lodge and a 1984 graduate of Green High School. He loved to...

Jul 14, 2022

Russell Dean Loper, Sr, 77, of Portsmouth passed away recently at his home. He was born July 19, 1944 in Portsmouth a son of the late Thomas and Lillian Dickerson Loper. A memorial service will be held Monday August 8, 2022 at 10:30 AM at Victory Tabernacle Church, 1131 Washington Blvd. in West Portsmouth, Ohio. Graveside services will be held...

Jul 9, 2022

Donna Sue Hayton, 78, of Twin Valley passed away Saturday July 9, 2022 at her home, after a year long battle with cancer. She was born October 25, 1943 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Ralph and Elnora Wolfe Nagel. She was a graduate of Portsmouth East High School, loved cooking , camping, entertaining family and friends and most...

Jul 5, 2022

Jay Anthony Foster, 56, of West Portsmouth passed away Tuesday July 5, 2022. He was born August 1, 1965 in Portsmouth, a son of the late John and Wilma Wedebrook Foster. He was a graduate of Portsmouth West High School and a U.S. Army Veteran. He enjoyed woodworking and rebuilding wrecked cars. Jay is survived by a son, Dusty Foster...

Jul 3, 2022

Donna Jean Barnett, 47, of Lucasville passed away Sunday July 3, 2022 at her residence. She was born March 31, 1975 in West Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Robert and Senna Brown Bevins. Donna was a graduate of Portsmouth West High School, enjoyed fishing, spending time outdoors and loved the time she spent with her grandchildren. Donna is survived...

Jul 1, 2022

Karen Sue Dunn, 55, of Portsmouth passed away July 1, 2022. She was born March 10, 1967 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Melvin and Ruth Ellen McWilliams Moore. She enjoyed watching shows on her tablet and spending time with her family. Karen is survived by a son, Carl McMann of Portsmouth; a daughter, Amanda McMann of Lucasville; three...

Jun 20, 2022

Robert Lee Stone Sr., 68, of New Boston passed away Monday, June 20, 2022 at his home.  Robert was born in New Boston to the late Robert and Zelma (Vance) Stone on November 8, 1953.  Robert worked at Blue Bird Bakery as a Donut Baker.

Robert is survived by two sons, Robert Lee Stone Jr. and wife...

Jun 15, 2022

Perry Vernon Smith Sr. of Portsmouth passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at his home.  He was born May 22, 1939 to the late Cecil and Marie (Goble) Smith.  Perry retired as a Sanitation worker in the city of Portsmouth.  He was a big sports fan especially Ohio State football, the Bengals and Cincinnati Reds.  Perry loved to fish...

Jun 12, 2022

Rhonda Faye (Wells)Fowler of Portsmouth Ohio went home to be with the Lord on June 12th, 2022 at Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, Texas. Born on December 5th, 1965 in Portsmouth Ohio to the late Ronald Wells and Brenda Mershon. Rhonda was also proceeded in death by a brother, Mark Wells and sister Evanda Walker.

Rhonda is...

Jun 5, 2022

Jessie Rawlins Age 88 of South Webster went to be with the Lord June 5, 2022 at SOMC Hospital. He was born July 14, 1933 in Bloom Township to Clifford and Oney (Williams) Rawlins. He was an area wide pastor for 52 years and attended The Little Old Country Church in Oak Hill. He had a great love for all...

May 16, 2022

Dave Justice, 75, of North Moreland passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth. He was born to the late Elmer and Bettie (Kitchen) Justice on March 17, 1947 in Portsmouth. Dave served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. He was retired from Southern Ohio Correctional Facility and the Ohio Civil Service Employees Association. Dave...

May 13, 2022

John Freeman Perdue, 51, of New Boston passed away Friday, May 13, 2022 at his home.  He was born November, 25, 1971 to the late Sue (Mashburn) Jones.  John loved spending time with his family and friends.  He collected baseball cards and Hotwheels. He loved to watch football and going to flea markets.

John is survived by...

May 9, 2022

Stanley Martin Collins, 67, of Portsmouth passed away Monday, May 9, 2022 at SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth.  Stanley was born September 14, 1955 in Portsmouth to the late Norman and Evelyn (Webb) Collins.  He loved to fish and hunt and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Stanley is survived by his wife, Brenda (McGinnis) Collins of Portsmouth;...

Apr 28, 2022

Thelma Joan (Rogers) Montgomery, 86, passed away on Thursday April 28, 2022 at SOMC Hospice Center. She was born June 14, 1935 to Joseph Rogers and Nettie (Wilson) Rogers. She was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence Ray Montgomery whom she married in May of 1960. Thelma is survived by her daughters, Deanna and Chris Cope of Indianapolis, IN,...

Apr 27, 2022

Melba Loretta Craft-Comer 86 of Wheelersburg, Ohio passed away at SOMC Hospice on April 27th, 2022 in Portsmouth, Ohio. Born on February 18, 1936, Melba was the daughter of the late George D. Williams and Esther Howard Williams. Melba worked as a nurse for SOMC for many years. Melba was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Melba was blessed...

Apr 22, 2022

Jan Tackett, 73, 0f Portsmouth passed away Friday April 22, 2022 at her residence. She was born October 4, 1948 in South Shore, KY a daughter of the late Leslie Ray Bivens and Marie (Bentley) Farris. Jan had a great personality, loved to read, was one of the best cooks around, was an excellent billiards player and enjoyed bowling. Jan...