Myron Lyle Champ, 70, passed away in his sleep at home on Nov. 19, 2024.
Born Aug. 2, 1954, at the Veach Townsend Clinic in Petersburg, he was the son of the late John Robert Champ and Ruth Miller Champ.
Mr. Champ graduated in 1972 from Circleville High School. He worked at American Woodmark for years before retiring from Allegheny Wood Products.
He had a passion for planting and caring for beautiful flowers and trees, as well as feeding birds. As a younger man, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and photography. He had many cats that he loved including, Babe, whom he was extremely bonded to.
Surviving are his siblings, Aretha Kees (husband Tom) of Fairmont, Darlene Tustin (husband David) of Maysville, Randall Champ of Arthur, and Danny Champ of Seneca Rocks; and nephews, Scott Tustin, Adam and Shawn Champ and Darrell Kees.
He was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Pearl Champ.
He was especially grateful to first cousin, Janet Vance, for all her kindnesses and help that she provided.
Per his request, his body has been cremated.
A memorial service was held Sunday at the Basagic Funeral Home chapel in Petersburg with Pastor Shawn Champ officiating.
