Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

Nov 6, 2023

Ula Jean Ater Metzler, age 85, passed away on November 6, 2023, in Canal Winchester, OH.  She was born at the Chillicothe Hospital, Chillicothe, OH on August 28, 1938, to Mary (Roby) and John Ater.  She grew up on a farm in Deer Creek Township where she drove tractors, milked cows, gathered eggs and learned to become a wonderful...

Nov 6, 2023

"Cherishing the Memories of Bonita “Bonnie” Louise Fout (Fosnaugh) 76, born on December 18, 1946, who bravely faced dementia and has now found solace in the Lord’s embrace. Bonnie passed at home with loving family by her side November 6th 2023.

The life of the party, Bonnie didn’t know a stranger. She was quick to make friends...

Nov 4, 2023

Gary Bolin, 73, of Circleville passed away on November 4, 2023.  Gary was born on March 15, 1950 in Circleville to Jerry and Jo Ann (Music) Bolin.  He loved to ride his motorcycle and do woodworking for people.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Scott Bolin; grandchildren Brandon and Tory Bolin; brother...

Nov 1, 2023

Sonya Burris, 57, of Circleville died November 1, 2023 surrounded by her family after a long battle with cancer.  Sonya was born on January 18, 1966, daughter to Tom and Betty Miner who survive.  On May 3, 1986 she married Roger Burris, who survives her.  Sonya is also survived by her two wonderful children daughter Stefani Burris (Garry Lester),...

Nov 1, 2023

Eric Vanover, 49, of Laurelville passed away on November 1, 2023.  He was born on May 27, 1974 in Lancaster to Billy and Carolyn (Arledge) Vanover.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Christina Vanover;  his long-time girlfriend China Mercer and by brother Jeff Vanover.  Eric is survived by children Ryan (Danelle), Jada,...

Oct 30, 2023

Carol Smith, 79, of Laurelville passed away on October 30, 2023.  She was born on July 14, 1944 in Clendenin, West Virginia to Denzil and Kathryn (Young) Swiney.  Carol was a bus driver for Logan Elm School District for  30 years; years of ticket selling for Laurelville Fire Department; did fund raising for multiple organizations.  She always loved helping...

Oct 29, 2023

George Wendell Shannon, 86, of Chillicothe passed away on October 29, 2023.  He was born on May 4, 1937 in Louisa, Kentucky to Ollie and Maggie (Childers) Shannon.  He retired as a truck driver of 40 plus years.  George loved dirt track racing and working on the race car with his family.  In addition to his parents he was...

Oct 23, 2023

Fred Wagner Jr., 73, of Circleville passed away on October 23, 2023.  He was born on December 17, 1949 in Hocking County to Fred and Elva (Waites) Wagner.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter Samantha Jo Wagner and by siblings Joyce Watson, Marilyn, John and Henry Wagner.  Fred is survived by his...

Oct 22, 2023

Carolyn Rosier Clemons, 85, of Circleville, Ohio peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 22, 2023, surrounded by those she loved.  She was born on December 14, 1937, in Jacksonville Florida, Duval County, to Sterling R. and Emma (Becker) Rosier.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Oct 20, 2023

Alberta June Winner, 88, of Circleville passed away on October 20, 2023.  She was born on February 6, 1935 in Franklin County to Raymond and Pauline (Ballard) Carpenter.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Sheldon Walter Winner; son Mark Winner,  brother Fred Carpenter and sister Waneta Burt .  Alberta is survived by...

Oct 18, 2023

Helen Hartsaugh, 89, of Circleville passed away on October 18, 2023.  She was born on January 2, 1934 in Ross County to Floyd and Mary (McDaniels) Zickafoose.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Glenn Hartsaugh; daughter Cynthia Hartsaugh; 4 brothers and 4 sisters.  Helen is survived by her son Doug (Shawna) Hartsaugh;...

Oct 17, 2023

Peggy A. Shaffer, 70, of Circleville passed away on October 17, 2023.  She was born on March 2, 1953 in Circleville to Ralph and Lucy Marie (Giffin) Dollison.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Roger Lee Shaffer Sr.; sister Genevieve Moore and brother Ronald Dollison.  Peggy is survived by her children Ralph...

Oct 14, 2023

Mitchell Martin, 67, of Tarlton passed away on October 14, 2023.  He was born on September 10, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio to Wilson and Susan (Hedges) Martin.  Mitchell taught at Bloom Carroll Schools for 30 years; had a lawn care service for many years; enjoyed farming.  He also enjoyed Cleveland Browns and was an Ohio University Bobcats Fan, enjoyed...

Oct 14, 2023

Lydia Alice DeLong passed away at Ohio Health Berger Hospital, Circleville on Saturday, October 14, 2023.  Born on April 11, 1939 in Circleville, Ohio to Ralph and Leona (Bowman) DeLong. She attended Washington Township School and graduated from Circleville High School.  She was predeceased by her parents, aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.  Her working career began as a secretary...

Oct 8, 2023

Cinda Justice, 80, of Williamsport passed away on October 8, 2023.  She was born on March 31, 1943 in Williamsport to Earl and Justine (Bales) Anderson.  She was a retired Westfall Local School District teacher having served for 29 years, member of Emmett Chapel U.M.C., Delta Kappa Gamma and a life member of Ross County Genealogy Society, Pickaway County...

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...