Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

Dec 4, 2023

Joseph Douglas Eugene Neff passed away suddenly on December 4, 2023.  Joseph was born to Joseph Harley Neff and Darcy Kay Neff on September 23, 1986.  He is preceded in death by grandparents Fred and Cora Dick, Harley and Violet Reed, Eugene and Beulah Neff, Mitchell Roseberry, Richard Rausch and Joe and Betty Bailey; uncle Timothy Neff; aunt Bonnie...

Dec 1, 2023

George A. Poling, 83, of Laurelville passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.  George served in the Army from September 1963 to September 1965.  He retired from Dupont in April 1999 after 32 years.  He was a member of Amvets and American Legion.  He loved to travel and he did so with his...

Nov 30, 2023

Nancy Easter, 89, of Circleville passed away on November 30, 2023.  She was born on July 18, 1934 in Circleville to John and Vaudis (Keaton) Smith.  She graduated from Circleville High School in 1952 and worked for GE for 37 years retiring in 1991.  In August of 1956 she married Ronald Easter and together they had Ron Jr. and...

Nov 29, 2023

Bernard Burgess, 70, of Ashville passed away on November 29, 2023.  He was born on May 18, 1953 in Madison, WV. to Elmer and Mollie (Wallen) Burgess.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Sherry (Forth) Burgess, 3 brothers and 6 sisters.  Bernard is survived by his children Rebecca (Gary) Wilson and Douglas...

Nov 28, 2023

Judy Klinebriel, 69, of Circleville passed away on November 28, 2023.  She was born on August 20, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to Jack and Flossie (Chaffin) George.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a daughter Julie Evans and siblings Jack George, Vicki Leach and Cindy George.  Judy is survived by her husband Kenneth Klinebriel;...

Nov 28, 2023

Teresa Johnson, 66, of Circleville passed away on November 28, 2023.  She was born on December 28, 1956 in Circleville to Edward and Juanita (Combs) Robinson.  She was preceded in death by her parents.  Teresa is survived by her children Emily (Noah) Jones and Shawn Johnson; grandchildren Mackenzie, Genevieve and Mason Jones and Bryan Johnson and by siblings Tony...

Nov 27, 2023

Thomas Crawford, 91, of Circleville passed away on November 27, 2023.  He was born on January 7, 1932 in Mars, PA. to David and Virginia (Paterson) Crawford.  He was a Korea Navy Veteran and retired from E.I. Dupont.  Thomas loved to hunt and fish.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 58...

Nov 27, 2023

James “Jim” Justus, 58, of Circleville passed away on November 27, 2023.  He was born on June 26, 1965 in Circleville to Jean and Dorothy (Gates) Justus, Sr.  He was a 1983 graduate of Westfall High School and a member of Eagles #685.  He was preceded in death by his parents; niece Toni Speakman and nephew Brian Peart.  Jim...

Nov 26, 2023

Donald Eugene Jackson, 82, formally of Laurelville, passed away peacefully in his sleep November 26, 2023 at the home of his son in Londonderry where he has resided since February. He was born October 27, 1941 to Charles Edward and Hazel Evelyn (Bryant) Jackson in Logan, West Virginia.   He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nancy Lee...

Nov 25, 2023

Judith Fultz, 69, of Williamsport passed away on November 25, 2023.  She was born on August 26, 1954 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Carrie (Dougherty) Stopyak.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Randy Fultz and brothers Teddie and David Stopyak.  Judith is survived by her children Tonya (Joe) Fultz, Krystal (Shannon)...

Nov 23, 2023

Bonetta Carol Chaffin passed peacefully at home on November 23, 2023. She was born on April 30, 1933, in Louisa, Kentucky. Growing up during the Depression brought tough times but also cherished memories like riding horseback with her Grandpa whom she loved dearly; dressing up her favorite cat Rachel; getting a Christmas stocking filled with an apple, orange and...

Nov 21, 2023

Ronald Louis Hawkes passed away peacefully November 21, 2023 surrounded by his family.  Ronald Hawkes was born September 28, 1940 in Circleville, Ohio to Frank W. and Esther Mae Hawkes.  He married his grade school sweetheart Audrey “Cookie” Sabine on July 13, 1963 at The First E.U.B. Church now Good Shepherd United Methodist Church by Rev. O.F. Gibbs.  Ronald...

Nov 21, 2023

Dr. Paul B. Haynes, 85, of Loveland, Ohio passed away on November 21,

2023.  He was born on August 31, 1938 in Plain City to Paul and Thelma

(Wright) Haynes.  Paul was a Vietnam Army Veteran and a retired Dentist

from the Lancaster area after 38 years.  In addition to his parents he...

Nov 18, 2023

Charles “Brandon” Downs passed away unexpectedly with his fiancé and family by his side on Saturday, November 18, 2023 after a long battle with cardiac issues.  Brandon was a staple in our Circleville community due to his well-known shop, Tint Worx Auto Spa.  Starting from his tiny garage he built to what it is today with his never-ending dedication...

Nov 16, 2023

Leslie Brown, 82, of Circleville passed away on November 16, 2023.  He was born on September 21, 1941 in Circleville to Leslie and Mary (Starkey) Brown.  Leslie is survived by his wife Sue (Amos) Brown; children Kathy (Jerry) Wade, Randy (Norma) Brown, Tammy (Todd) Shuttleworth, Kristy (Mark) Roese, Lesley (Shawn) Manson; grandchildren Michael, Ashley, Todd Allen, Steven, Sonny, Eric,...

Nov 16, 2023

Ruby Ramsey, 83, of Circleville passed away on November 16, 2023.  She was born on June 19, 1940 in West Union, WV.  Ruby loved her family first and foremost and loved word search puzzles, hard candies, camping and going to East Harbor State Park (Lake Erie).  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by 3 sisters...

Nov 15, 2023

Steven Draise, 67, of Circleville passed away on November 15, 2023.  He was born on June 4, 1956 in Circleville.  In addition to his mother Betty Draise he was preceded in death by his siblings Terry and Linda Draise.  Steven is survived by his children Holly Ann and Steven R. Lowther; grandchildren Mariana Pearl Francene and Vivian Eleanor Freeman...

Nov 15, 2023

Carolyn Kay Keeton, 71, of Lancaster passed away on November 15, 2023.  She was born on October 4, 1952 to Harry and Rosalie (Crabtree) Kuhn.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Larry Keeton and brother Tom Kuhn.  She is survived by her children Brian (Carla) Keeton, Tera (Larry) Whited; grandchildren Anthony, Alyssa,...

Nov 14, 2023

James Lee Stevens, age 85, went to be with the Lord November 14, 2023.  Born March 23, 1938, Jim was preceded in death by his parents James D. and Louise (Smith) Stevens.  He is survived by his wife of 65 years Vivian (Stiltner) Stevens; brother Bill (Kathy) Stevens; sons James F. Stevens (fiancé Rhonda Wilson); Bruce Stevens and daughter...

Nov 12, 2023

Roger E. Speakman, of Circleville, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, November 12, 2023.  He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones.  He was born August 22, 1941 in Circleville the son of the late Otis and Zelma (Estep) Speakman.  He was also preceded in death by his wife Bernegene Speakman and siblings Julia Skaggs, Myrtle...