Obituaries for Wellman Funeral Home Inc.

Aug 20, 2023

Georgann Porras Butler passed away with her family at her side on August 20, 2023 at The Wyngate in Circleville. Georgann faced a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease with the loving support of her husband and entire family.

Georgann of Circleville was born on October 15, 1938. She attended school in Lakewood, Ohio and graduated...

Aug 19, 2023

David Lee Church, 83, of Amanda, Ohio passed away on August 19, 2023.  He was born on May 19, 1940 in Portsmouth to Paul and Roberta (Kidd) Church.  David a United State Marine Corp and Navy Veteran, loved spending time with his family and had many outside interests including working in his garden, raising prize winning beagles, riding Goldwing...

Aug 17, 2023

Donald Kempton Sr., 94, of Laurelville passed away on August 17, 2023.  He was born on May 27, 1929 in Ross County to Albert and Lora (Oldaker) Kempton.  Donald was in the Army Counter Intelligence Corps in the US during the Korean War.  He was a mail carrier from 1960-1992.  He was a Saltcreek High School 1947 graduate, member...

Aug 14, 2023

Tracy Martindale, 56, of Circleville passed away on August 14, 2023.  She was born on September 9, 1966 in Circleville to Thomas and Barbara (Dennison) Francis.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Tim Francis.  Tracy is survived by her husband Tim Martindale; children Tonya Legg, Kaylee Frazier, Jeremy McGraw, Timothy Martindale Jr....

Aug 13, 2023

Barbara Phillips, 54, of Circleville passed away on August 13, 2023.  She was born on January 6, 1969 in San Francisco, California to Thomas and Irma (Rodriguez) Strawser.  In addition to her parents she is survived by her ex-husband Jim Phillips; siblings Anita and Tommy Strawser; many aunts, uncles and cousins and her beloved fur sisters Cookies and Kitties. ...

Aug 13, 2023

Darrel Conrad, 92, of Circleville passed away on August 13, 2023.  Mr. Conrad was a Korea Army Veteran, member of First Baptist Church, avid Car enthusiast and was kind selfless man and always had a smile on his face.  He was born on October 12, 1930 in Stoutsville to George and Hulda (Hoffman) Conrad.  In addition to his parents...

Aug 11, 2023

Joseph Carlisle, 58, of Circleville passed away on August 11, 2023.  He was born on May 20, 1965 in Circleville to Joseph Sr. and Donna (Ragland) Carlisle.  He was preceded in death by his father.  Joseph is survived by his mother Donna Hill; his significant other Tammy Tranum, children Kendra, Chase, Dalton Carlisle and Liberty Gavin; many...

Aug 10, 2023

Paul L. Ramey was born April 1, 1943, in Circleville, Ohio to David and Margaret (Grunden) Ramey.  He departed this life unexpectedly on August 10, 2023 at the age of 80.  He was preceded in death by his parents David and Margaret, his brother David Mitchell Ramey, his son David, his daughter Rebecca Clouse, a wife Judy, and a...

Aug 9, 2023

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my Grandma Leona “Pauline” Miller.  She passed peacefully on August 9, 2023 holding my hand at the age of 99.  She will be missed every day by all of her family and friends.  There will be a small graveside service on Monday, August 14, 2023 at 2:00 p.m....

Aug 9, 2023

William Massie, 66, of Circleville passed away on August 9, 2023.  He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio on June 25, 1957 to Gordon and Clara (Clagg) Massie.  He was preceded in death by his parents.  William is survived by his wife Kathy (Smith) Massie; son Stephen (Nicole) Massie; grandchildren Joey and Ollie.  There will be no services observed.   Online...

Aug 4, 2023

Donna Schroeder, 86, of Ashville OH, sadly left us on August 4, 2023.  She was born on February 13, 1937 in Buffalo, NY to Mendell and Virginia (Lyman) Richar.  She was preceded in death by her daughter Pamela, parents, her sister Sandy and brother Bill.  She was an excellent role model, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.   She fought...

Aug 3, 2023

John O’Hara, 74, of Colorado Springs, CO, formerly of Circleville passed away on August 3, 2023 in Colorado.  He was born September 23, 1948 in Circleville, Ohio to John and Jean (Fitzpatrick) O’Hara.  He was proud to serve in the US Army during the Vietnam Era.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years Brenda (Forrest); two sons...

Aug 1, 2023

James Eldon Sweet, 68, of Stoutsville, formerly of Mount Sterling passed away on August 1, 2023.  He was born on June 20, 1955 in Columbus to Robert and Iris (Hughes) Sweet.  He had worked in maintenance for Stephens Pipe and Steel for 30 plus years, was a former volunteer fireman for Mount Sterling and former employee of the State...

Jul 31, 2023

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to a beloved soul whose life was a testament to kindness, generosity, and unwavering humility.  Paul David Barnes, 74, of Williamsport, OH passed away on July 31, 2023 at home surrounded by his family after an extended illness.  Paul was born to Robert Owen and Margaret Barnes on January 23, 1949 in Westerville,...

Jul 31, 2023

Jason Grabill, 48, of Chillicothe passed away on July 31, 2023.  He was born on November 26, 1974 in Circleville to Ronald and Hazel (Legg) Grabill.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Tammy Grabill.  Jason is survived by the mother of his children Heather Osborne; children Gunner and Gatlin Grabill; step children...

Jul 28, 2023

Donald Robert Smith passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023. Don was born in Columbus, Ohio, August 11, 1938 to Cletus and Rose (Swendenburg) Smith. He attended Jackson Township School and was Valedictorian as well as president of his class. He graduated in 1956. He was a member of the International Typographical Union, which became the Communications Workers of...

Jul 26, 2023

Thelma Jean (Ling) Cheuvront, lovingly known as T.J., 73 of Circleville, was called home unexpectedly on Wednesday July 26, 2023.  Thelma was born on May 18, 1950 in Millersburg, Ohio to her parents Daniel Eugene and Dorthy (Fortune) Ling.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter Krista Jean Cheuvront, her sister Brenda, her...

Jul 24, 2023

Nadine Mounts, 82, of Lancaster passed away on July 24, 2023.  She was born on October 19, 1940 in Pickaway County to Floyd and Josie (Funk) Bennett.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Thurman Mounts; sister Beatrice Sollars and brothers Lawrence, Stephen and Floyd Bennett.  Mrs. Mounts is survived by her son...

Jul 20, 2023

Gregory Glen Foster, 57, born 9/28/65 died 7/20/23 Columbus Ohio due to complications from a burn injury

Born in Nor Suffolk, England and grew up in Orient, Ohio. Greg played football for Westfall High School, He was multiple time State Quarter Horse Champion and a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked at DuPont for 30 years,...

Jul 19, 2023

Karen L. (Novak, Rose) Bensonhaver, 74, passed away on July 19, 2023 at home. She was the wife of Bob Bensonhaver. They shared 38 years of marriage. Born in Hammond, IN, Karen was the biological daughter of Jennie (Pigg) Novak and Bob Novak. Upon the death of her mother at age eight Karen and her baby sister Larissa were...