Obituaries

Gary Allen

Gary Allen

Oct 31, 2025

Gary Lee Allen, a devoted son, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at the age of 62.

Born on March 19, 1963, in Hillsboro, Ohio, Gary was the only child of Franklin and Roberta (Pollard) Allen.A proud graduate of Hillsboro High School, above all, Gary cherished his role as a father to Sean (Cheyenne) Allen and...

Sharon Tong

Sharon Tong

Oct 29, 2025

Sharon Kay Tong, 65 years of Hillsboro, passed away on Wednesday October 29, 2025.

She was born in Hillsboro on June 23, 1960, the daughter of the late Johnny and Priscilla (Hammond) Barnett. Besides her parents, she is also preceded by her husband, Steve "Harve" Tong and grandson, Jaydon Boggs.

Sharon is survived by her son, Brandon (Sarah Clark) Gibson,...

Terrence "Terry" Alexander

Terrence "Terry" Alexander

Oct 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Terrence "Terry" H. Alexander, of Hillsboro, Ohio, who departed this life on October 29, 2025. He was the son of the late Arthur and Ellen (Hauldren) Alexander. Besides his parents, he is also preceded by his brothers, Boris and Mark Alexander.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother, he...

Lawrence Davidson

Lawrence Davidson

Oct 26, 2025

Lawrence A. "Larry" Davidson, 90 years of Hillsboro, formerly of the Sugartree Ridge Community, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025.

Larry was born November 2, 1934, in Winkle, OH., the son of the late Lawrence R. and Tiarella R. (White) Davidson. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Audrey Davidson and Ramona Daugherty.

Larry was a...

Corrine Erickson

Corrine Erickson

Oct 23, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Corrine J. Erickson, beloved mother, dedicated musician, and cherished member of her community, who departed this life on October 23, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Duluth, Minnesota, on May 24, 1931, Corrine lived a life rich with service, creativity, and love. Corrine is preceded by her...

Wahnita Anderson

Wahnita Anderson

Oct 23, 2025

June 12, 1948 - October 23, 2025

Grace Wahnita Anderson, 77, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025.

Wahnita grew up on the Wylie dairy farm in Seaman, Ohio, where she learned the values of hard work, faith, and family. One of three daughters, she worked like the son her parents never had-helping to put up hay, milk cows, and...

Estella "Bunny" Myers

Estella "Bunny" Myers

Oct 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Estella "Bunny" Myers, of Hillsboro, who left us on October 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on April 9, 1944, in Union City, Indiana, Bunny was the daughter of the late, Edward and Ruth (Pratt) McDaniel.

A graduate of Reading High School, Bunny Myers was a wife,...

Cathy Deardoff

Cathy Deardoff

Oct 18, 2025

Cathy Mae Deardoff, a beloved member of the Sinking Spring community, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on April 7, 1959, in West Union, Ohio, Cathy spent her life offering compassion and care to others through her work in home health care. Her dedication not only touched the lives of her patients but...

Virgil Tharp

Virgil Tharp

Oct 8, 2025

-----------------Virgil H. Tharp, age 72, of Hillsboro, Ohio, passed away on October 8, 2025. Born on May 13, 1953, in Hillsboro, he was the son of the late Oscar H. and Blanche R. (Arledge) Tharp. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Tharp and his sister, Peggy Williamson.

Virgil proudly served his country in the...

Emma Puckett

Emma Puckett

Oct 8, 2025

Emma Jean (Smith) Puckett, 88 of Hillsboro, Ohio, formerly of the Sinking Spring community, passed away Wednesday October 8, 2025 at the Hospice of Hope in Seaman, Ohio.

Born September 27, 1937, in Pike County, Ohio to the late Walter Earl and Nita Merle (Locke) Smith. Besides her parents, she is also preceded by her 9 siblings: Etta Faye, Bud,...

Ray Smith

Ray Smith

Oct 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ray G. Smith, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who departed this life on October 7, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on October 29, 1941, in Elliott County, Kentucky, Ray lived a life full of purpose and dedication. He spent many years as a carpenter, skillfully crafting...

Bradley Bourne

Bradley Bourne

Oct 5, 2025

With a spirit that shone brightly and a heart that embraced all who knew him, Bradley Clay Bourne, of Hillsboro, Ohio, peacefully passed away on October 5, 2025. At the age of 86, he leaves behind a cherished legacy, filled with love, creativity, and joy. He was the son of the late Cabell and Irene (Casey) Bourne. Besides his parents,...

Herschel Creech

Herschel Creech

Oct 2, 2025

-----------------**Obituary for Herschel Lee Creech

Herschel Lee Creech, 72, of Seaman, Ohio, who left this world on October 2, 2025.

He was born on October 25, 1952, in Adams County, Ohio, the son of the late Frank and Iva Lucille (Ogden) Creech. Beside his parents, Herschel was preceded in death by four sisters, Carolyn Creech, Virginia Dyer, Elizabeth Storer, Kathy...

Tina Rhoads

Tina Rhoads

Oct 1, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Tina M. Rhoads, who left us on October 1, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on July 24, 1970, in Fremont, Ohio, the daughter of the late Kenneth W. and Marilyn (Huddleston) Rhoads, Sr. Tina was a beloved sister, aunt, cousin, a creative spirit, and a friend to...

Carolyn Searls

Carolyn Searls

Sep 13, 2025

Carolyn S. Searls, a cherished mother and beloved member of the Greenfield community, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on May 20, 1955, in Highland County, Ohio, Carolyn was known for her warmth, kindness, and the love she poured into her family and friends. Carolyn is preceded by her parents, Harold and Orma...

Tiffany Keidel

Tiffany Keidel

Sep 10, 2025

Tiffany Marie Keidel, 30 years of Hillsboro, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, was born on January 6, 1995, in Georgetown, Ohio, the daughter of Christopher "Chris" Gotherman of Winchester and Brenda (Ray) Thomas of West Union. She left this world far too soon on September 10, 2025, in a tragic accident that has left an irreplaceable void in the...

Tristan Mackey

Tristan Mackey

Sep 9, 2025

Tristan Howard Mackey, age 50 years, passed away at his home in Christiansburg, Virginia, September 9, 2025.

He was born June 13, 1975, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. When he was 2 years old his family moved to Hillsville, Virginia, where Tristan grew up. He was a member of the Hillsville Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He graduated from...

Celesta Lunsford

Celesta Lunsford

Sep 8, 2025

Celesta Mae Lunsford, known as "Mae", a cherished mother, devoted community member, and a beacon of strength, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born on August 27, 1946 in a small country home in Hillsboro Ohio. Mae dedicated her life to raising her four beloved children: Amy Louise Patton, Charles William Lunsford,...

Bonnie McGuire

Bonnie McGuire

Sep 6, 2025

Bonnie Jean McGuire, 67 of Winchester, OH passed away on September 6, 2025, just one day before her birthday. Born September 7, 1957, in Kentucky, Bonnie lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, and had a personality that uplifted everyone around her.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Florence Haggard, Gene Haggard (step-father), father, Robert Holbert, brothers, Kenneth...

Willa Lawhorn

Willa Lawhorn

Sep 5, 2025

Obituary for Willa Jean Ryan Lawhorn Willa Jean Ryan Lawhorn, age 93, of Sinking Spring, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home of 76 years on Friday, September 5, 2025, with her cherished family by her side.

Born on March 6, 1932, in Adams County, Ohio, Willa Jean was the third child of Paul Ryan and Goldie "Dodie" Thomas Ryan....