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04/05/2026

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04/03/2026

Tony Sylvester

Athens - Anthony “Tony” Sylvester, beloved Athens tavern owner, community fixture, and friend to generations of locals and Ohio University alumni, passed away peacefully April 2, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He was born April 12, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert and Barbara Sylvester. Tony arrived in Athens in 1979 to manage the local Ponderosa restaurant. What began as a job quickly became the start of a life devoted to the Athens community. With a dream of creating a...

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03/30/2026

David Jay Laney

David Jay Laney Athens - David Jay Laney, 77, of Athens, formerly of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, died Sunday, March 29, 2026 at his residence. Born January 27, 1949, in Kenova, WV, he was the son of the late William and Clora Davis Laney. David graduated from Thomas R, Brown High School in 1967, attended the University of Kentucky and retired from AK Steel in Ashland after a long career there. He enjoyed hiking, biking, Anna Maria Island, sunsets, thunderstorms, bluegrass music...

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03/30/2026

Be gentle as people pass by.
They may be going home
to empty chairs, and beds.
Empty hands that once held another’s.
Empty machines once filled with messages.
Walking with empty arms. Empty wombs.
They stroll by you, wishing the sky
would collapse on top of them
so they could see their face again.
Please be gentle with
the grief that fills them
and the loss that left them
empty.

- Sara Rian

03/28/2026

Frankie Carol Newell Davenport

The Plains - Frankie Carol Newell Davenport, 71, passed on March 19th, 2026 surrounded by family in The Plains, OH. Frankie was born in Prestonsburg, KY on March 31st, 1954. The family later moved to Ohio and Frankie attended Linden McKinley and Westerville South High Schools. Frankie married at a young age and had two children, later she enjoyed bodybuilding and worked many different jobs including working at a gym, restaurant management, and sales. Frankie enjoyed being with her family,...

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03/25/2026

A little planning today can make a big difference tomorrow.

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03/25/2026

Funeral and cremation costs go up every year, but if you preplan and prepay now, you can lock in savings and protect your family from future stress. Receive $1,000 off traditional burial services or $500 off cremation with this limited-time offer. Monthly payment options are available, too. Ends March 31.

03/24/2026

Caring for our families doesn't stop when a loved one is laid to rest. Our staff is proud to be a supportive guide in the following weeks and months. Whenever you need assistance, we'll be here.

03/22/2026

Cremation services provide an affordable and meaningful way to honor a loved one. Our team is here to guide you through your options and help you create a service that truly reflects their life.

Message us today to learn more, and let us support you every step of the way.

03/20/2026

From our state-of-the-art equipment to our arrangement rooms, we maintain our facility to care for your loved one to the best of our ability, providing a welcoming and safe space for family and friends.

03/19/2026

Plan ahead and save! $1,000 off burial or $500 off cremation when you prepay by March 31.

03/18/2026

Considering your options, but need help sorting out the details? Our staff is always available to answer your calls or reach out to you after you've filled out our free form on our website.