Swick Bentley Funeral Home

06/05/2026

Keith Douglas Edwards

Keith Douglas Edwards, 33, of Portsmouth passed away Saturday, March 30, 2026. He was born in Portsmouth, March 29, 1993 to the late Lowell and Brenda (Waldeck) Edwards. He was loved by all who knew him. His sweet disposition and smile were contagious. He loved animals and playing with his toys especially his "music box". He also loved listening to music. Keith is survived by one brother, Wayne Edwards and wife Susie of Portmsouth. Funeral services will be held at...

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05/31/2026

Rebecca Kay Justice

Rebecca Kay Justice, 71, of New Boston passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at SOMC in Portsmouth. Becky was born August 11, 1954 in Portsmouth to the late Harvey and Kathryn (Thompson) Snyder. Becky loved her children and grandchildren, she loved going to their sporting events to cheer them on. She enjoyed classic cars, camping and was an avid Cincinnati Reds fan. Becky loved people and would help anyone. She sacrificed her whole life taking care of others. Becky is...

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05/28/2026

05/24/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and bright futures of all our local high school graduates. Your community is proud of you and excited to see where life leads you next.

As you step into this new chapter, may you carry with you the memories, friendships, lessons, and love that helped shape your journey. Whether your path leads to college, the workforce, military service, or new adventures, we wish you success, happiness, and God’s blessings along the way.

Keep dreaming big, working hard, and making memories with the people you love most.

Congratulations Graduates! 🎉

— Your friends at Swick Bentley Bentley Funeral Home

05/02/2026

Renee Sue Tipton

Renee Sue Tipton 73, of New Boston, passed away April 30, 2026 very peacefully with loved ones at her side. Renee was born May 3, 1952 to the late Homer and Arlene Tipton. Along with her parents, she was proceeded in death by many relatives, all of whom she treasured. Most precious of those lost, was her first born nephew, Lee. Renee was active and involved in many things throughout her younger years. She competed in the Special Olympics, where...

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04/20/2026

Randy Richard Sizemore

Randy Richard Sizemore, 75, of Portsmouth, passed away at home Friday, April 17, 2026. He was born August 22, 1950 to the late Earl William and Alberta (Bennington) Sizemore. Randy was an active duty Vietnam army veteran. He worked for the Ohio Department of Transportation in his civilian years until his retirement. He was a 1968 Graduate of Glenwood High School in New Boston. Randy was a member of several civic organizations including: The American Legion Post 23; Voiture Local...

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04/17/2026

Lisa Lynette Kurtz

Lisa Lynette Kurtz Age 70 of West Portsmouth, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026 at her home surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born March 17, 1956 in West Virginia to Darlene and Bob Lykins. She lived a life filled with kindness, creativity, love and the love to help others. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, mamaw and friend. She always wore her heart on her sleeve and she lived for her husband...

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04/16/2026

Angela Black

Angela Nicole Black, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Mantua, Ohio, at the age of 47. Born on October 27, 1978, in Cleveland, Ohio, Angie was the loving daughter of Sandy (nee Lilly) Donovan. Cherished sister of Traci Black of Alabama; niece of Lynette Burgess of Elyria, Ohio and the late Alfred D Lilly Jr. Great niece of Pamela Pennington and Rene Heath of Portsmouth, Ohio. Granddaughter of the late Alfred D. Lilly Sr. and Dorothy (Holsinger) Spencer. Great-granddaughter...

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04/14/2026

Danny E. Brown

Danny “Tater” Brown, 57, of West Portsmouth went to be with the Lord, Monday, April 13, 2026. He was born January 10, 1969 to the late Albert and Mary (Bloomfield) Brown in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was a graduate of Minford High School. Tater loved the Lord and his church. He served as Sunday School Superintendent and trustee at First Christian Holiness Church in New Boston. Tater worked at Vinyl Kraft Windows in the maintenance department. He loved his family and...

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