Holly M. Essman, age 38, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, September 25, 2021, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.  She was born June 1, 1983 in Gallipolis, Ohio, daughter of the late Arthur G. "Artie" Essman and Cathy M. Dalton Essman.  Holly was a 2002 graduate of Wellston High School.  She was a good-hearted, caring and compassionate person who loved sea turtles, going to the ocean and trips to Florida.  Holly is survived by her companion, Bryan Baker; brother, James Essman; sisters, Pam Ellison (Ed), Bonnie Martin(Bryan), Tina Nicholson and Cathy Shell (Ed); along with several nieces and nephews.  Calling hours will be Friday, October 1st, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston.  Funeral service will follow the calling hours at 1 p.m. with Rev. John Pelletier officiating.  Burial will be in the Ridgewood Cemetery.  Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.mcwilliams-funeralhome.com.