Obituaries

Dec 9, 2022

HAZEL

Norma Jean Bagshaw Hazel, 90, of London, formally of Jeffersonville, IN. passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2022, in London, Ohio.  She was born on November 22, 1932, in Jeffersonville, IN to Eldon and Flossie Whiteside Bagshaw. Norma worked at the ICI plant and eventually moved to Ohio to open a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant. ...

Dec 7, 2022

PAYNE

Ashley Allyse Payne, 34, of London, died Wednesday, December 7, 2022, in her residence.

Born October 26, 1988, in Columbus, she was the daughter of Susan (Ritter) and David A. Payne, Jr.

Ashley was a fierce, but happy person, and loved everyone!

She was the best and devoted mother like...

Nov 30, 2022

DELPH

Eleanor "Ellie" (McGee) Delph, 90, of London, died Wednesday, November 30, 2022, in the Madison Senior Living Community.

She was born September 29, 1932, in Bronx, New York City, New York.

Ellie had worked in the bakery for Giant Eagle, as well as Highlights for Children. She always loved gardening and adored...

Nov 28, 2022

WILLIAMS

Delorise "Sue" Williams, 81, of London, died Monday, November 28, 2022, in Doctors Hospital, Columbus.

Born April 24, 1941, in Columbus, she was a daughter of George and Helen Mae (Oyer) White, Sr.

A cook and waitress at the former Dixie Drive In, Sue attended the Gospel Tabernacle Church where she sang...

Nov 26, 2022

ERNST

Jessica Ryan Ernst, of London, Ohio, passed away on November 26, 2022. Jessica was born on November 28, 1987, to Ruth Ann and Phil Ernst.

After she graduated from London High School, Jessica attended and graduated from Wilmington College receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture, majoring in Animal Science. Jessica had numerous...

Nov 25, 2022

Yvonne Teeters (née Marian Yvonne Goble) passed away November 25, 2022, at home in London, Ohio.

She was born September 8, 1932, in Estoril, Portugal, to American parents Ivan and Marian (née Baker) Goble, who preceded her in death, as did her brother Garrett Goble.

Yvonne married Lawrence Schaefer in 1950, and they divorced in...

Nov 20, 2022

CARPENTER

Debra Ethyl Carpenter, 69, of South Salem, died Sunday, November 20, 2022, in her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 13, 1953, in Florida, she was a daughter of Forrest and Owida Mertans.

Debra had worked professionally as a correctional officer for 17 years in Orient Correctional. She loved interior...

Nov 19, 2022

MAYNARD

Charles Maynard, Jr., 85, of West Jefferson, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, November 19, 2022, in London Health and Rehabilitation.

Born July 11, 1937, in Holden, West Virginia, he was a son of Charles and Phoebe (Sutherland) Maynard, Sr.

A proud member of the First Baptist Church of...

Nov 18, 2022

CALDWELL

Jerry L. Caldwell, 73, of West Jefferson, died Friday, November 18, 2022, in Doctors Hospital, Columbus.

Born December 27, 1948, in West Jefferson, he was a son of John and Sally (McRutherford) Caldwell.

A roofer by trade, Jerry loved fishing, his birds, but especially his family.

Survivors include his wife...

Nov 17, 2022

CHILDERS

Ramona Gail Childers, 84, of London, died Thursday, November 17, 2022, in London Health and Rehabilitation.

Born April 3, 1938, in Hardy, Kentucky, she was the only daughter of Thomas Edward and Sophia (Brown) Childers.

Gail graduated from high school with honors and went on to work professionally as an interior decorator...

Nov 14, 2022

RAYMOND

Ruby Maxine (Davis) Raymond, passed away peacefully, Monday, November 14, 2022, at the age of 93.

Born on July 23, 1929, in Louisa, KY, she was the daughter of Herbert "Wildcat" and Marjorie (Holbrook) Davis.

Ruby had worked for Graybar and enjoyed sewing and gardening.

She was preceded in death...

Nov 13, 2022

BLACK

Kathy Lynn Black, 61, of South Charleston, died Sunday, November 13, 2022, in Springfield.

Born March 15, 1961, in Springfield, she was the daughter of Lowell and Carrol (Bennington) Black.

Kathy is survived by her parents Lowell and Carrol, brother Bill Black, nieces Leah and Kayla Black; aunts and uncles Beulah Black,...

Nov 12, 2022

TOMPKINS

Charlene A. Tompkins, 73, of London died Saturday, November 12, 2022, in Mt. Carmel, Grove City.

Born October 8, 1949, in Steubenville, Ohio, she was a daughter of William F. and Pauline (Sekerak) Morelli.

Charlene had worked for the former Ohio State Life Insurance Company.

Charlene was a proud 50+...

Nov 10, 2022

WRIGHT

Harold "Harry" "Hairman" Wright, 59, of Washington Court House, died on Thursday, November 10, 2022, in his residence. Born October 1, 1963, he was a son of John and Roma (Clark) Wright.

Harry graduated from Madison Plains High School and went on to attend Wright State University. He worked professionally as a radio personality...

Nov 8, 2022

MCNEAL

On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, we did not think that when we awakened this morning, of the sorrow the day would bring. Our hearts were saddened by the passing of our loved one Mrs. Faison Alicestine Smith McNeal.

Born January 30, 1947, she was the first child of Emma French Harts Smith (Campbell) and...

Nov 5, 2022

ARNETT

Mary Catherine "Katie" Arnett, 80, of London, died Saturday, November 5, 2022, in her residence.

Born February 7, 1942, in Newport, Ohio; she was the daughter of Elbert and Marie (Birchfield) Bumgarner.

Katie had worked for Cascade, International Steel Wool and Jefferson Industries. She loved her flower and vegetable gardens, feeding her...

Nov 1, 2022

SWANEY

Barbara Jane Swaney went to be with the Lord November 1, 2022 at the age of 84.

Born January 5, 1938 in Columbus, she was a daughter to Luther and Mary (Cross) Bryant.

Barbara was a kind, and selfless woman who always showed up for family and friends.  She was a dedicated...

Oct 30, 2022

CHAMBERS

Emily Elizabeth Chambers, 21, of Springfield, died Sunday, October 30, 2022, in Springfield Regional Hospital.

She was born May 4, 2001, in Columbus, Ohio

Survivors include her children Brianna Parker and Greyson Parker; grandmother Kay Chambers, brother Robert Chambers, sister Chloe Gersper, aunt Tiffany (Eric) Miller, several cousins including Robin and Juan...

Oct 30, 2022

PATRICIA ANNE WATTS (WAGNER)

Patricia, 90, spread her wings surrounded by her loved ones on October 30th, 2022, in London, Ohio. Patricia was born February 12, 1932, in New Lexington, Ohio. She was part of the New Lexington Class of 1950 and married her high school sweetheart, Ralph Watts, on December 26, 1952, and together in 1956...

Oct 28, 2022

ADAMS

Trina Ann Adams, 48, of West Jefferson, died unexpectedly, Friday, October 28, 2022, in Doctors Hospital West, Columbus.

Born June 10, 1974, he London, Ohio, she was a daughter of Howard and Barbara (White) Bateman.

Trina had worked for The Ohio State University. She loved filling her spare time remodeling her home,...