Obituaries

Mar 28, 2025

David Michael Saunders In Remembrance

David M. Saunders, 58, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

Born on March 23, 1967 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, David was the son of Richard H. Saunders of Gallipolis and the late Bonny G. Sanders Saunders, who preceded him in death on May 12,...

Mar 27, 2025

Luella Johnson

December 20, 1930 - March 27, 2025

Luella Johnson, 94, of Gallipolis, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and close friends.

On December 20, 1930, Luella was born to the late Floyd Neal and Gracie Dulaney Neal.  She was born in the Walnut...

Mar 27, 2025

Johnnie J. McGuire, 66, of Patriot, Ohio, passed away on March 27, 2025 at his home.

He was born on August 27, 1958, the son of John B. McGuire and Mildred Harrison.  Johnnie married Mary Church McGuire.  He retired from Gallia Auto Sales and Auto Body.  Johnnie enjoyed farming and Model A and Model T cars.

Mar 26, 2025

Elaine D. Johnson, 67, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Holzer Medical Center.  Elaine was born on November 25, 1957 in Gallia County, Ohio, daughter of the late Herman and Norma Jean Sims, Jr.

Elaine was married to Larry K. Johnson; and he survives her in Gallipolis, Ohio.  Also surviving are two...

Mar 26, 2025

Margaret Louise Montgomery Myers, 85, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Arbors at Gallipolis.

On July 26, 1939, Margaret was born to the late John Monroe Montgomery and Bonnie Irene Phillips Montgomery.  She was born in Eblin Hollow in Ohio Township, Gallia County, Ohio.  Margaret was the second child in a family...

Mar 24, 2025

Mary L. Vaughn, 60, of Patriot, Ohio, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 at her residence.

Born on July 21, 1964 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Mary was the daughter of the late Albert P. and Beatrice O. Wickline Barker.  On January 6, 1989, Mary married Jess Harley Vaughn, Sr. in Virgina.  Mary graduated from Southwestern High School...

Mar 20, 2025

Shirley Lilly, 82, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Arbors at Gallipolis.

Born on January 24, 1943 in Crown City, Ohio, Shirley was the daughter of the late Hazel E. White Montgomery and the late Oris Needles.  Shirely was married to David L. Lilly, who preceded her in death on October 16,...

Mar 19, 2025

Lindsey Marie Campbell (Crago), 31, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Lindsey was born on April 17, 1993 to Wendy Harold and the late David Crago.

She attended Gallia Academy High School and graduated from Buckeye Hills School of Cosmetology. Lindsey was active in sports, 4-H, and pageants throughout school. She enjoyed...

Mar 17, 2025

Aaron Scott Phillips peacefully entered his forever home on Monday, March 17, 2025 at St. Mary’s Medical Center ER after a courageous and faith-filled fight with Glioblastoma. He was surrounded by so many who loved him when he saw the face of his Savior. Aaron won his fight that day and received a reward beyond what we could ever...

Mar 12, 2025

Howard Lee Brewer, 57, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at his residence.

Born on August 14, 1967 in South Williamson, Kentucky, Howard was the son of the late John H. Brewer, Sr. and the late Donna Jean Gilman Brewer.  Howard graduated from high school in Lenore, West Virginia.  He enjoyed singing, playing...

Mar 11, 2025

Regina G. Flanagan, 64, formerly of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Born on June 23, 1960 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Regina was the daughter of Clyde E. and Evelyn Rhodes Clark.  Regina was a graduate of Gallia Academy High School Class of 1978.  She served...

Mar 10, 2025

Braylon Jade Cox, 12 days old, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Cabell Huntington Hospital.  Born on February 26, 2025 in Huntington, West Virginia, Braylon was the son of Starr Blakeman and Colton Jade Cox of Gallipolis.  In addition to his parents, Braylon is survived by a twin brother, Jaylon Dean Cox of Gallipolis;...

Mar 5, 2025

Harold Lee Heugel, age 81, of Bidwell, Ohio, went to be with our Lord and Savior, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, while in Arbors Nursing Home.  Harold was born March 5, 1944 in Henlawson, West Virginia, son of Robert Elwood Heugel and Regina Ellen (Claypool) Heugel.

Harold is survived by his daughter, Cathy (Brad) Bryant of Gallipolis; two...

Mar 4, 2025

Jim Rose, 65 years old, passed away on March 4th at his residence after his 5.5 year battle with cancer. Jimmie leaves behind his wife Tande Pope Rose, son Brandon Montgomery and daughter-in-law Erin, four grandchildren Ellie, Sadie, Maggie, and Hank Montgomery, Brother Steve (Sheri) Rose, Aunt Daisy Smoot, Sisters-in-law Cynde Kuhn and Amy (Stoney) Johnson, Brother-in-law Chad (Deanna)...

Mar 3, 2025

Walter Obley, Jr., 83, of Gallipolis, Ohio, formerly of Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 at Holzer Medical Center.  Walter was born on March 27, 1941 in Plainfield, New Jersey, son of the late Walter Obley, Sr. and  Ann Cole Obley.

Walter was a retired supervisor for National Starch and Chemical Company in...

Feb 28, 2025

Rev. Charles E. Curry, 95, of Gallipolis, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord and his beautiful wife of seventy-one years, Nada Jean, on Friday, February 28, 2025. Born on October 10, 1929 in Monaville, West Virginia to Rev. Jeff Curry and Mary Wooten Curry, he was a devoted Free Will Baptist minister who faithfully served his congregations...

Feb 25, 2025

Dakota Andrew Lykins, 21-day old son of William and Cheyenne Lykins, passed away on February 25, 2025. He was born in Gallipolis, OH, on February 4, 2025.

In addition to his parents, Dakota is survived by, sister, Nicole Thomas; step-brother, Jerry Lykins; maternal grandparents, Tanja Thomas, and Jim Thomas; and paternal grandparents, Steve (Lisa) Jackson.

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Feb 24, 2025

Luzon Lee McQuaid, age 78, of Sumner Road, Chester, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on February 24, 2025, with his family by his side.  Luzon had been in deteriorating health for several months and was under the care of Ohio Health Hospice, Columbus and Athens, Ohio.

Luzon was born in Gallipolis, Ohio to Lawrence and...

Feb 23, 2025

Timothy Bossick, Sr., 63, of Gallipolis, Ohio, formerly of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. He was born on April 5, 1961 in Canton, Ohio, to Donald Bossick and the late Lenora Whaley Bossick. Timothy was an avid sports fan; his favorite teams were the Cleveland Browns, Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Cavaliers, and former Cleveland Indians...

Feb 16, 2025

Hazel M. Workman, 97, passed to her Heavenly home on Sunday morning February 16, 2025.  Born December 13, 1927 in Gallipolis, Ohio, Hazel was the daughter of the late Charles and Lillie (Casto) McKinney.  She married Dale Workman in November 1946; he preceded her in death in May of 2019.  She lived her life taking care of Dale and...