All Obituaries

Robert L. Schuman, 76, of Portsmouth, died Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at SOMC Hospice. He was born October 7, 1946 in Portsmouth, to the late Louis and Norma Jean (Schivner) Schuman. Bob was a 1964 graduate of Notre Dame High School, a veteran of the United States Air Force, and had worked at Empire Detroit Steel, and then worked in industrial sales for Sheridan Safety and Premier Safety, and even worked until his death for ABCO. He use to repair antique furniture and had a passion for...

On Friday, March 17, 2023 we lost our beloved sister, mother, grandmother, and friend Deborah E. Cox. Debbie was born on May 28, 1952 in Portsmouth, Ohio to Elmer and Betty Justice. She was the sister of Ron, Richard, David, Steve, and Dale. Debbie’s bright and charming personality lit the lives of all who came in contact with her. Debbie found the love of her life in Donald Cox. They were married on September 25, 1971 and have enjoyed a beautiful 51 years of marriage. Together they...

Kylin Timothy James White, infant son of Mahala A Hughes of Portsmouth and Geoffrey A White of Ironton, born and died on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Addison White, his paternal grandparents, Jessica White and Timothy McMillan, an uncle, Trevor White(Jasmine), maternal grandparents, Debby Wilson (Bobby Whisman) and Kevin Hughes, maternal great-grandparents, Gene and Bonnie Wilson, and Shelby Hughes. He is also survived by...

Kevin Lee Bocook, 63, of Portsmouth, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023 in Portsmouth. He was born October 29, 1959 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Clifton Bocook and Marion (White) Bocook of Portsmouth, who survives him. In addition to his mother, Kevin is survived by his wife, Lisa Bocook, of Portsmouth, two sons, Josh and Clinton Bocook of Cedarville, OH, and two girls that he raised as daughters, Kendra and Katrina, and two grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Kent Bocook...

Stevenson Edward Chapman, 58, of Portsmouth, died Thursday, March 2, 2023 at his home. He was born April 7, 1964 in Portsmouth, to the late Joseph Austin and Charlotte (Taylor) Chapman. Steve worked in the concrete business for many years and always enjoyed being with family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Sheldon Chapman. Steve is survived by his eight children; Michael Chapman of Quincy, KY, Stevenson Adkins (Kirtsti Engle) of South...

Danny R. Johnson, 72, of Wheelersburg, died Monday, February 27, 2023 at King's Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY. He was born January 26, 1951 in Portsmouth, to the late William C. Johnson, Sr. and Betty (Dunn) Johnson.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, William Johnson III.  Danny was a veteran of the United States Army and was a retired tow boat Captain on the Ohio River.  Danny is survived by wife, Valerie (Gregory) Johnson, at...

Michael “Mick” Kornhoff, 79, of Portsmouth, died Friday, February 17, 2023 at SOMC Hospice. He was born February 22, 1943 in Portsmouth, to the late Raymond and Mary (Rose) Kornhoff.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death his wife, Carol Perry Kornhoff.  Mick was a Notre Dame High School graduate, a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, and coached various youth sports. He was also a retired Union Pipefitter, having served as Union Representative to...

Kay Kern (nee Hierholzer), 76, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2023 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.  Born on June 10, 1946 in Celina, OH, she was the daughter of the late John and Katie Hierholzer.   She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bill Kern, 3 daughters, Amy Kern (John Mengel) of Mason, Tracy Heinecke (Rob) of Cincinnati and Kari Riegle of Stout. Proud Grandmother of 4 grandchildren Aimee, Donny, Robby and Brighton. 8 siblings Larry (Christy)...

John Kline Studenka, 75, of Cincinnati, formerly of Portsmouth,OH, passed peacefully on February 3, 2023. He was born on March 14, 1947 to the late  Jarsvlov “John” and Mary Studenka. John was preceded in death by his younger brother Jerry and his beloved Aunt Jeanie Kline.  John is survived by his children Angie Studenka Dodd, Jeff(Kim) Studenka and Dave(Jen) Studenka, and former son-in-law Tom Dodd as well as grandchildren, Maggie, Claire, Beth, Olivia, Ben, Jacob,...

Judith T. Tipman, 70, of Portsmouth, died Saturday, January 14, 2023, at SOMC.  She was born June 6, 1952, in Chicago, IL to the late Peter and Stella (Gruszczynski) Zawila. In addition to her parents, Judy was preceded in death by a son, Peter Tipman, a daughter, Dawn Tipman, a brother, Peter Zawila, and a grandson, Robert Tipman, IV. Judy loved playing Bingo, and she loved her animals, especially her Pugs. She is survived by her husband, Robert Tipman, Jr., two sons, Robert Tipman,...