Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

Nov 29, 2024

Arbutis M. “Betty” Higginbotham, 84, of Circleville passed away on November 29, 2024.  She was born on December 6, 1939 in Liberty, WV to James and Una (Winthrow) King.  She attended Outreach Ministries.  In addition to her father and mother she was preceded in death by her husband Roy Higginbotham; son Michael Higginbotham; step mother Faye; siblings Hildan Muck,...

Nov 27, 2024

The song has ended, but the melody lingers on. Daniel L. Cook, 72 of Circleville, Ohio put down his trumpet on Wednesday November 27, 2024. He was born June 1, 1952 to Carroll and Margaret (Dearth) Cook, who preceded him in death along with his brother Carroll Cook Jr. Dan was a graduate of Westfall High School and Ohio...

Nov 27, 2024

Beverly Carroll, 81, of Circleville passed away on November 27, 2024.  She was born on October 2, 1943 in Amanda to Sterlie and Reba (Stewart) Edwards.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands Earl Carroll and Jerry Bainter and siblings Charles and Roy Edwards. Beverly retired from G.E. and attended Crossroads Church. Beverly...

Nov 26, 2024

Charles Kuhn Jr., 58, of Chillicothe passed away on November 26, 2024.  He was born on October 22, 1966 in Columbus to Charles and Elizabeth (Giffin) Kuhn.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his former wife Samantha Schwalbach Kuhn; son Ben Schwalbach and siblings Marvene Davis and Kathryn Stotridge.  Charles is survived by his...

Nov 26, 2024

Albert Smith, 68, of Circleville passed away on November 26, 2024.  He was born on August 14, 1956 in Circleville to Buford and Esther (Leasure) Newman.  He loved hunting, fishing, playing poker and spending time with his family.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by daughter Danielle Smith.  Albert is survived by his significant other...

Nov 25, 2024

Charles Cook Jr., 54, of Commercial Point, passed away on November 25, 2024. Born on March 19, 1970, in Columbus, Ohio, to Charles and Kathy (Smith) Cook Sr., Charles was a devoted family man, a successful business owner, and a lover of life’s many joys. Charles was the proud owner and operator of Complete Office Installation. Outside of work,...

Nov 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharon Rose Kaiser, 81, of South Bloomfield, Ohio, on November 24th. Sharon was born on December 19, 1942, to William “Bud” and Beulah Brookover, who preceded her in death, along with her beloved siblings, Allen Brookover and Beth Flowers-Diles. Sharon is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Kaiser,...

Nov 23, 2024

Eleanor “June” Shaffer, 92, of Circleville passed away on November 23, 2024.  She was born on September 19, 1932 in Pickaway County to Clarence and Mary (Shoemaker) Easter.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband William Shaffer; son Donald Dewey; step daughter Connie McDonald; brothers Clarence, Forrest and Don Easter; sister Joan Dawson...

Nov 23, 2024

Nancy Fee, 87, of Circleville passed away on November 23, 2024.  She was born on August 16, 1937 in Pickaway County to Harold and Lora (Wolford) Fee.  She was preceded in death by her sister Judith Welch Myers.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. in Jackson Township Cemetery.  Online condolences can...

Nov 23, 2024

Nicholas Skinner, 46, of Stoutsville passed away on November 23, 2024.  He was born on May 12, 1978 in Circleville to Thomas and Aunda (Lintner) Skinner.  He received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from Ohio State.  Nicholas was a member of Nipissing First Nation, enjoyed annual trips to Dokis, Ontario, loved spending time with family, enjoyed fishing and...

Nov 21, 2024

Joyce Ann (Barr) Butts, a beloved teacher, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024.  She was surrounded by her loving family.  She was born to Ralph and Roxie Barr on November 9, 1953.  She grew up on the family farm outside of Ringgold, Ohio.  Joyce graduated from Teays Valley High School in 1972, attended Otterbein College, and graduated from...

Nov 17, 2024

Marilyn Arledge, 86, of Circleville passed away on November 17, 2024.  She was born on June 29, 1938 in Circleville to Russell and Lyda (Tolbert) Evans.  Marilyn loved to help her husband groom the horses for over 50 years; loved the Buckeyes and loved spending time with her family.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death...

Nov 17, 2024

Wilma Clifton, 82, of Circleville passed away on November 17, 2024.  She was born on August 21, 1942 in Ashville to Kenneth and Lois (Beatty) Rathburn.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by sister Bonnie Rathburn.  She retired from G.E.  Wilma is survived by her husband Richard Clifton and brothers Jimmy (Sharren) and Russ (Michelle)...

Nov 16, 2024

Michael Brookins, 79, of Circleville passed away on November 16, 2024.  He was born on January 20, 1945 in Columbus to Roy and Margaret (Leroy) Brookins.  He was a Army Vietnam Veteran and was a lifetime member of VFW in South Bloomfield.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings Robert Brookins and Midge Miller. ...

Nov 15, 2024

Phyllis Adams, 86, of Circleville passed away on November 15, 2024. She was born on April 7, 1938 in Adelphi to Oliver and Goldie (Payne) O’Dell. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands Walter Cupp and Christopher Adams, son Denzel Adams and siblings William Craig O’Dell, Henry O’Dell, Leah Boyer and Eleanor Jacobs....

Nov 14, 2024

Uriah departed us and this world, unexpectedly as a result of a work place accident, on November 14, 2024.  He was born in Circleville, OH on May 29,2001.  He was doing what he loved with his co-workers he loved.  Uriah was a handsome young man that always possessed a welcoming smile.  With his heart of gold and compassion he...

Nov 14, 2024

Dannie R. Fouts passed away on November 14, 2024 at the age of 80, leaving a profound legacy of devotion to his family, faith, and community. Born in Zanesville, Ohio, on September 21, 1944, Dannie was the son of the late David Raymond Fouts and Esther O. (House) Fouts. He grew up on a small farm in Muskingum County,...

Nov 12, 2024

Dorothy Jean Mathias, age 75, passed peacefully on November 12, 2024.  She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Neal Mathias.  She is also survived by her three children, who made up the entirety of her world, “her boys,” Wayne Birkhimer, Bruce (Angela) Birkhimer and Brad (Mary) Mathias.  Dorothy loved nothing more than being a grandmother to her...

Nov 12, 2024

William J. Richards

1931 - 2024

William J. “Bill” Richards will always be remembered as an innovator and pioneer in conservation farming. Born October 19, 1931, Bill spent a lifetime cultivating a love of agriculture in the hearts of those who met him. A lifelong Ohio farmer, Bill was well known for his pioneering work...

Nov 11, 2024

Vickie Spung, 69, of Circleville passed away on November 11, 2024.  She was born on November 16, 1954 in Circleville to Albert and Martha (Beougher) McCain.  Vickie loved playing bingo, spending time with her family, going to concerts and the Pumpkin Show.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Paul Spung; and a...