Obituaries

Ronald Olderham

Jun 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Dale Olderham, a cherished father and friend, who left this world on June 30, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 17, 1950, in Argoni, Ohio, Ron lived a life marked by resilience, strength, and unwavering love for his family. Ron is preceded in death by...

Harold Hunt

Jun 28, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Harold Lee Hunt, who departed this world peacefully on June 28, 2025, at the age of 78. Harold was a beloved father, brother, grandfather and friend, whose zest for life and passion for mushroom hunting brought joy to many. Harold is preceded by his parents, Ernest and June (Rice)...

Linda Foster

Jun 22, 2025

Linda Lou Foster, born May 21, 1949 in East Monroe, OH. She is the daughter of the late Burnice A. and Lily M. (Shoemaker) Frye. Besides her parents, she is also preceded by her brother, John A. Frye.

Linda attended Fairfield High School, received her GED from SSCC and went to take classes toward her LPN degree. She worked in...

Pauline Arledge

Jun 21, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Pauline June Arledge, beloved wife, mother and friend, who transitioned into the next life on June 21, 2025, at the age of 75. Pauline peacefully departed from this world in her cherished home in Hillsboro, OH, surrounded by the love of her family. She is preceded in death by...

Doyal Ray VanDiver

Jun 21, 2025

Doyal Ray VanDiver, born on June 16, 1949, in Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on November 20, 2024 at the VA Medical Center in Lake City, Florida.,. A man of many talents and passions, Doyal made notable contributions in various aspects of life, from his dedicated work as a construction worker to his service in the Marines during the Vietnam War....

Jimmie Vinson

Jun 20, 2025

Jimmie D. Vinson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, in Hillsboro, Ohio. Born on November 13, 1952, Jimmie lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love. He is preceded by his parents, Everet and Mabel Vinson; son, David Lee; brother, Gary Wayne and sister, Charlene. As a proud veteran of the United...

Emma Smith

Jun 2, 2025

Emma H. Smith, 88 years of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday June 2, 2025.

She was born in Charleston, WV to the late George and Edith (Orbaun) Stevens. Besides her parents, she is also preceded by her husband, Charles Smith, son, Clayton Smith, grandchildren, Amanda and Billy and sister, Mary Tobia.

Emme is survived by her children, Bill...

Robert Dunseith

Jun 2, 2025

Robert E. Dunseith, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on September 8, 1944, in Hillsboro, Ohio, Robert was a source of joy and strength to all who knew him. He spent his life dedicated to his family and his community. Bob is preceded by his parents, Harry...

Candy Greene

May 27, 2025

Candy K. Greene, 71 years of Hillsboro, passed away on Tuesday April 1, 2025.

She was born in Washington C.H. on November 19, 1953, the daughter of the late Paul and Betty Lou (McConnaughey) Shipton. Besides her parents, she is also preceded by her husband, Paul Greene, sisters, Paula Faye Rhonemus and Diane Sue Shipton, brother-in-laws, Melvin Greene, Mike...

Patrick Bruce

May 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick D. Bruce, who left this world on May 26, 2025, at the age of 43. Born on November 2, 1981, in Dayton, Ohio, Patrick grew up to be a well-respected and hardworking individual, dedicating much of his life to labor. He was known for his unwavering spirit and...

Arvil Tackett

May 22, 2025

**Obituary for Arvil Lee Tackett**

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Arvil Lee Tackett, 89 years of Hillsboro, who left this world peacefully on May 22, 2025, with his family by his side. Born on August 5, 1935, in Floyd County, Kentucky, the son of the late James and Emily (Robinson) Tackett. Beside his...

Jonathon "John" Wallace

May 18, 2025

**Obituary for Jonathon "John" Harold Wallace Sr.**

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jonathon "John" Harold Wallace, Sr., who left us on May 18, 2025, at the age of 67.

Born on August 23, 1957, in Highland County, Ohio, the son of the late Harold L. and Elizabeth J. (Bussey) Wallace. Beside his...

Nicholas "Nick" Bare

May 18, 2025

Nicholas A. Bare, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, with family by his side.

He was born on March 28, 1950, in Hillsboro, OH, the son of the late William Julius Bare and Virginia McCoy Bare. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Julie (Bare) Fordyce and Virginia "Susie" (Bare) McCarty.

Nick was...

Carol Setty

May 18, 2025

**Obituary for Carol Setty**

Carol Setty, 84 years of Hillsboro, departed peacefully on May 18, 2025. Carol was born on November 26, 1940, in Hillsboro, Ohio, the daughter of the late Elmer and Gladys (Capliner) Setty. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, John Setty.

Carol was a lifelong resident of Hillsboro, a proud...

Ricky Short

May 13, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ricky A. "Baby Hughie" Short, aged 63, of Peebles, Ohio. Born on June 22, 1961, in West Union, Ohio, Ricky's life was a testament to the strength of family, friendship, and community. Ricky is preceded by his parents, Raymond and Wanda (Shoemaker) Short and brothers, Mike and...

Edwin Tipton, Sr.

May 11, 2025

Edwin E. Tipton Sr., age 83, of Hillsboro, OH, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Ed was born on March 21, 1942, in Louisville, KY, the son of the late Ishmer and Flossie (Schooler) Tipton. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alice "Faye" Tipton, former spouse and mother of...

Constance "Connie" Wilson

May 5, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Constance "Connie" J. Wilson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Connie was born on June 13, 1941, in Hillsboro, Ohio, and she left this world peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 83. Connie is preceded by her parents, Jasper and Bessie (Jones) Wallace, daughter, Donna...

Helen Hawkins

May 5, 2025

Helen L. Hawkins, beloved mother, storyteller, and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on January 2, 1930, in Troy, Ohio, she graced the world with her presence for nearly a century, spreading joy and love to all who knew her. Helen is preceded by her parents, Hugh...

Norman Carmean

May 3, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Norman Carmean, age 77, who departed this life on May 3, 2025. A cherished father, brother, grandfather and friend, Norman lived a life marked by dedication, resilience, and an unwavering love for his family and the land he called home. Norman is preceded in death by...

Dianne Hopkins

May 2, 2025

Dianne Sue Hopkins, age 73, of Hillsboro, Ohio, passed away on May 2, 2025.

She was born on September 25, 1951, in Wilmington, Ohio, to the late Delbert and Ruby (Leber) Shelton. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ralph and Bobby Shelton; one sister, Joyce Stephenson.

Dianne's warm smile and dedication...