Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

Oct 8, 2023

Theresa Clements, 74, of Circleville passed away on October 8, 2023.  She was born on March 15, 1949 in Corning, Ohio to John and Margaret (Rutter) Grabans.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ron Clements.  Theresa is survived by her son Bobby (Byrd) Lavan; grandchildren Roxanne, Eugene, Bud, Nicolai, Vermillion and Fantasia...

Oct 8, 2023

Vickie Lynn Boniphant Shepherd, age 64, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on October 8 2023. She was born August 14, 1959 in Circleville to the late Lettie Griffey and Loren Boniphant. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles “Bud” Fraley. She is survived by brother Rick (Lora) Boniphant and sister Norma Price, daughters...

Oct 6, 2023

Harold Hewitt Jr., 94, of Circleville passed away on October 6, 2023.  He was born on September 6, 1929 in Portsmouth to Harold and Geraldine (Garrett) Hewitt.  He was a Navy Veteran serving in Korea Era.  He was employed by the YMCA of Central Ohio, serving as Founding Director of the Pickaway county Family YMCA from 1968-1984, was a...

Oct 4, 2023

Connie Sue Archer, age 71, of West Carrollton, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on October 27, 1951 in Circleville, Ohio, the daughter of Marvin and Marvene (Marshall) Rowland.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ronald Archer, son Timothy Archer, and siblings Yvonne “Boone”...

Oct 4, 2023

Terry Allen, 68, of Circleville passed away on October 4, 2023.  She was born on January 4, 1955 in Circleville to Roger and Nina (Walls) Allen.  She was a 1973 Amanda Clearcreek High School graduate.  She graduated from Hocking Tech with a paramedic/emt degree.  She took paramedic training with Life Flight.  Terry ran the squad for Circleville during the...

Oct 2, 2023

Lena Cline, 85, of Circleville passed away on October 2, 2023.  She was born on February 10, 1938 in Circleville to William and Julia (Stevens) Pence.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband James Cline; siblings Mary, Betty and Bill Pence.  Lena is survived by her children Gregory (Jean) Cline, Sheila (Norman Smith)...

Oct 1, 2023

Lisa J. Mahaney Shafer, 60, passed away at home in Chillicothe, Ohio on October 1, 2023 after a courageous fight with cancer.  Lisa’s biggest joy in life was her children Dane (Crystal) Morgan, Raven (Dustin Weatherby) Morgan, and Rollie Morgan.  Her fondest memories of childhood were spending time with her grandmother Eva Davis.  Lisa spent her past 20 years...

Oct 1, 2023

Donna Jean Dyke (Keaton), 77 was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend.  She was a sweet, cheerful and caring person that would do anything for anyone.  Donna was battling Parkinson disease for 12 years.  She fought a good fight, and is no longer suffering.  Donna was born on February 3, 1946 to Charles and Marie...

Sep 30, 2023

Rose Thurston, 71, of South Bloomingville passed away on September 30, 2023.   She was born on May 12, 1952 in Logan, Ohio to Jesse and Eva (Ringheiser) Stevens.  She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Martha Rooker, Donna Biebler and Everett Stevens.  Rose is survived by her husband Dale Wesley Thurston; son Dale Thurston Jr.; grandchildren...

Sep 29, 2023

Ernest Paul Haddox, known to his loved ones as Paul, passed away on September 29, 2023, at the age of 82, in Circleville, Ohio peacefully and, as he always was, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on December 4, 1940, in Circleville, Ohio, and was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Paul was a retired...

Sep 28, 2023

Daniel Brust, 71, of Circleville passed away on September 28, 2023.  He was born on June 15, 1952 in Pickaway County to Howard and Helen (Downard) Brust.  Daniel was an amazing father and a man who loved working for the EPA and knew how to appreciate his life with many hobbies.  He was preceded in death by his parents....

Sep 26, 2023

Johnathan Jesse Coleman, 83, passed away September 26, 2023 at the Berger Hospital.  He was born February 5, 1940 to the late Ulysses and Sarah Coleman.  Jesse is survived by his wife of 65 years, Janet (Bennington) Coleman; daughter Debora (Steve) Lumaye; grandchild Kristina (Carl Jr.) Jonas; great, great grandchildren Johnathan, Jacob (Carlie), Carl III, Ryan (Deanna); great, great,...

Sep 25, 2023

William Voss, 86, of Circleville passed away on September 25, 2023.  He was born on May 13, 1937 in Logan County, Ohio to Howard and Mary (McGowan) Voss.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son Kevin Voss.  William is survived by his wife whom he married on October 7, 1956 Janice (O’Connor) Voss;...

Sep 23, 2023

Thomas Parmer, 73, of Circleville passed away on September 23, 2023.  He was born on July 12, 1950 in Circleville tot Roy and Betty (Thompson) Parmer.  Thomas was in Army National Guards for 6 years, was an auctioneer for 40 years and was an avid Reds fan.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  Thomas is survived by...

Sep 22, 2023

Beverly Ann Halliburton, 82, of Circleville, passed away September 22,2023. She was born January 25, 1941 in Nashville, Tennessee to Horace and Robbie (Bates) Halliburton. Beverly enjoyed going to church, worshiping God and listening to gospel music. She still considered Grace Church of the Nazarene in Nashville, TN her church. For the past 13 years Beverly was a resident...

Sep 21, 2023

Gaylord Otterbacher, 92, of Stoutsville passed away on September 21, 2023.  He was born on June 19, 1931 in Valley City, Ohio to Rupert and Grace (Shore) Otterbacher.  As a man who lived a full life he also carried a huge heart for his family and friends.  He was generous to a fault for anyone and everyone and always...

Sep 21, 2023

John R. Lake Jr., 77, died Thursday, September 21, 2023.  He was born in Circleville, Ohio on August 18, 1946 to John R. and Anna Belle (Carle) Lake.  He graduated from Bishop Flaget High School in 1965 and attended Franklin University.  He was a plastics engineer for many years at USS Chemicals, Pittsburg, PA, Premix-Lancaster, Circle Plastics, Circleville and...

Sep 20, 2023

Shirley Walters, age 83, passed away peacefully September 20, 2023 at Adena medical Center surrounded by her family. She was born January 21, 1940 in South Shore, Kentucky to the late Flora and Virgil Winters.

Shirley was a retired hairdresser and most recently resided in Circleville, Ohio. She is survived by her son, Kenny Howell( Jacqui), son-in-law...

Sep 20, 2023

On Wednesday Evening, September 20, 2023 Linda Lou (McNichols) Fast began her work tending Jesus’ garden in paradise.  A woman who could grow nearly every fruit and vegetable, her faith was bigger than her garden.  Her life was beautifully ordinary and yet her death was extraordinarily holy.

If Linda wasn’t planting flowers or canning green beans she...

Sep 20, 2023

Dawn Engle, 64, of Circleville passed away on September 20, 2023.  She was born on June 13, 1959 in Columbus to Willard and Wanetta (Tatman) Smith.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by siblings Diane Barker, Ronald Smith and Connie Lagore.  Dawn is survived by her husband Robert Engle; children Keith (Benjamin) Palmer, Jamie (Jason)...