Obituaries Listing
Alma Susan Brown Steinbrook
Dec 8, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Alma Susan Brown Steinbrook, a vibrant soul who left us peacefully on December 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on April 8, 1946, in the town of Dingess, West Virginia, Susan was lovingly adopted at age four by Raymond C. Brown and Elizabeth Mabel Howell Brown,...
Larry E. Mullett
May 21, 2026
Larry Mullett, 78, of Ashville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026. A devoted family man and respected member of his community and church. Larry's life was marked by dedication to his loved ones, his work, and his faith.
Larry retired from Crane Plastics and Southwestern City Schools. His contributions to these organizations reflected his strong work ethic. Beyond his...
Thomas E. Justice
May 20, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Justice, born August 29, 1957, in Columbus, passed away on May 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Tom was preceded in death by his father, John Justice; his mother, Carolyn Jeanne Justice; and his sister, Kathy Emrick.
He leaves behind his one and only son, Derek (Jessica) Justice; two beloved grandsons, Bedile and De’Von; and two foster...
William Pickell
May 20, 2026
William Pickell, age 93, of Washington Court House, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. William was born on July 8, 1932, to William and Marie Pickell in Harrisburg, Ohio.
In following William's wishes, no services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements were handled by the Porter-Tidd Funeral Home, Mount Sterling, Ohio.
Juanita Faye Brown
Apr 28, 2026
Juanita Faye Brown, lovingly known as “Needy,” passed away peacefully in her home on April 28, 2026, at the age of 84, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
She was born on August 3, 1941, in Gallipolis, Ohio, to Dale Kemper and Myrtle Kemper. In 1960, she moved to Mount Sterling, Ohio, where she built a life centered on faith,...
Albert George Eccleston
Apr 27, 2026
Albert George Eccleston, age 87, of Sedalia, OH, passed away peacefully at Mt. Carmel Grove City Hospital on Monday, April 27, 2026. He was born in Worcester, MA, to the late George E. and Dorothy (Harvey) Eccleston. Veteran of the US Navy, where he served as a Navy Seal. He was a retired truck driver after many years of service for various trucking companies. Lifetime...
Tommy Theodore Stage
Apr 27, 2026
Tommy Theodore Stage, age 69, of Five Points, Ohio died Tuesday, April 27, 2026 at 10:00a.m., peacefully at his home. He was born January 7, 1957 at Fayette Memorial Hospital in Washington Court House, Ohio. Tommy grew up in Era, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Virginia Stage, brother Frank Waites, sisters Hazel Conley and...
Jason Travis Justice
Apr 17, 2026
Jason Travis Justice, born April 1, 1976, in London, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2026, in South Bloomfield, Ohio. He was the amazing son of the late Stephen and Rebecca (Truman) Justice. Jason was preceded in death by his beloved parents.
He was an unconditional father whose children meant the aggregate to him. A high school graduate that attended...
Jerrianne Creamer
Apr 13, 2026
Jerrianne Creamer, age 91, of Orient, Ohio, passed peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, April 13, 2026. Born March 29, 1935 in Columbus, Ohio, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Kay E. Creamer, her parents Raymond and Geraldine Myers, and her sister Jeannine Hamman. She is survived by her...
Lora Bowers
Apr 7, 2026
Lora (King) Bowers, Born May 13, 1950, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at home surrounded by family.
Lora was a devoted Christian woman and loved Jesus. She loved having devotions, and when she missed them, she would ask when our next devotion was.
Being Native American, Lora loved being outside, gardening, and fishing. She loved learning new things while polishing her...
Joy A. Stroup
Apr 1, 2026
Joy Stroup, 88, passed away at The Sterling Place in Mt. Sterling, Ohio, surrounded by her family on April 1, 2026.
Born on June 18, 1937, in Kingston, Ohio, Joy was the daughter of Mamie and Floyd Anderson. She lived a life defined by service, faith, and generosity.
Joy was a dedicated business owner who spent over 30 years running Ben and...
Duane Michael Thacker
Apr 1, 2026
Duane Michael Thacker, 71, passed away peacefully at his Mt. Sterling, Ohio, home surrounded by his loving family on April 1, 2026. He was born July 31, 1954, to James Albert Thacker and Shirley Lois (Wilson) Thacker.
In addition to his parents, Duane was preceded in death by his brothers: Jeffrey Thacker, Mitchell Thacker, Brian Thacker, Sister-In-Law Debbie Thacker, and daughter...
Charles A. Stump
Mar 24, 2026
Charles Allen Stump, 85, of Mount Sterling, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on March 24. He was member of The First United Methodist Church of Mount Sterling and Talmadge Lodge No. 194, Knights of Pythias. Charles co-owned Columbus Col-Weld Corp., where he worked until retiring in 2018. He will be remembered for his love of gardening, quick wit, and...
Carlos Ooten
Mar 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carlos Ooten, a vibrant soul who left us on March 3rd, 2026, at the age of 64. Carlos was a force of nature, remembered for his undeniable personality, unwavering determination, and inescapable charm. He was a beacon of light, a straight-shooter, and a maker of everyday miracles.
Carlos found joy in life's simple...
Joyce A. White
Feb 18, 2026
Joyce A. White, age 89, of Williamsport, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was born on November 8, 1936, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Louis and Josephine (Good) Kromer.
Joyce loved spending time with her family, watching Ohio State football and westerns, visiting with her friends and playing bingo...
Christopher Michael Anthony
Feb 17, 2026
Christopher Michael Anthony, age 75, of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, peacefully died at his home Tuesday morning February 17, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born at home in Mt. Sterling, to the late Marvel and Mildred Anthony, Chris was a graduate of Madison South High School, Class of 1969. Chris retired from Restoration Hardware. He also farmed, grew a wonderful...
Jack E. Maggard
Feb 16, 2026
Jack E. Maggard, age 91, of Orient, Ohio, passed away on February 16, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1934, in Greenup, Kentucky, to the late Ralph and Hope (Dickerson) Maggard.
Jack was a U.S. Army Veteran who fought in the Korean War, was a member of the Mt. Sterling American Legion, as well as the VFW, he retired from...
Patricia Jean Anthony
Feb 1, 2026
Patricia Jean Anthony, age 74, of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, passed away at home on Sunday, February 1, 2026. Born in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late Bonnie and Walter Dyer, Patty was a graduate of Plains High School, Class of 1969. A stay-at-home mom for many years, Patty later worked as a school librarian and teachers’ aide at Midway Elementary for...
Mary "Lou" Louise Hemphill
Jan 31, 2026
Mary “Lou” Louise (Osborn) Hemphill, age 87 years young, passed away on January 31, 2026, after battling severe pain and several bouts with cancer. Mary Lou was born on November 3, 1938, in Grove City, Ohio.
Mary Lou spent most of her life in Ohio, residing in Harrisburg and Mt. Sterling for over 40 years. Before Covid, she was a volunteer...
Carol L. Bowshier
Jan 24, 2026
Carol Louise Bowshier, age 67, of Mount Sterling, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 24th 2026. She was born on December 28th 1958 in Elyria, Ohio, and spent her life raising a family, traveling with friends and family, working for AFSCME & OCSEA, caring for others, and serving the community members of Mount Sterling and Madison County at large....



