Obituaries

Shirley Woltz

Shirley Woltz

Jul 15, 2026

Shirley Ann Woltz, 84, passed away July 15, 2026. She was preceded in death by parents, Leila and Eddie Osborne; siblings, Leona Clifford, Jeanette Andrews, Maynard Osborne, Diane Carroll; and an infant sibling; son, Mark Woltz; as well as her previous husband of 27 years, Steven K. Woltz.

Shirley is survived by children, Eric (Lynn Steele Russell) Woltz, Michael (Rennee Williams-Woltz)...

Mary F. Williams

Mary F. Williams

Jul 15, 2026

Mary Francis Williams, born on March 30, 1928, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026. 

Mary is survived by her children, Connie (Mike) Cahill, Linda Lash, Kim (Anne) Williams, Mark Williams, Paula (Steve) Holman and Brad (Lorie) Williams. She has 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call from 10:00AM to 11:00Am on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church, 1080...

Joan Diane Molander

Joan Diane Molander

Jul 15, 2026

Joan [Carlson] Diane Molander of Lewis Center, Ohio passed away on July 15, 2026 at the age of 82, from complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

She was born on March 2, 1944, in Rockford, Illinois to Curtis and Kathryn Carlson. She was the youngest of two girls [Sharon Boudeman]. Joan graduated from East High school where she was active in the newspaper....

Raymond Earl Baker III

Raymond Earl Baker III

Jul 14, 2026

Raymond Earl Baker III, 78, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, after a brief illness.

Born on February 25, 1948, Ray was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Earl Baker II; his mother, Helen (Royce) Scott; his stepfather, Fred Scott; and his sister, Barbara Baker.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 48 years, Cheryl; his children, Sherri (Scott)...

Suzann Moritz

Suzann Moritz

Jul 14, 2026

Suzann Moritz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, in Powell, Ohio, at the age of 84. Born on January 7, 1942, in Lima, Ohio to the late Melvin Dale and Frances Ritchie.  Suzann lived a life centered around the people she loved. 

Suzann shared a lifetime of love with her devoted husband...

Loretta Mae Sanders

Loretta Mae Sanders

Jul 14, 2026

With heavy hearts and loving memories, we announce the passing of Loretta Mae Sanders (née Moore), who left this world on July 14, 2026, in Grove City, Ohio. She was born on February 3, 1953, in Prescott, Arizona, and in her 73 years, Loretta touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, generosity, and indomitable spirit.

Loretta’s journey...

Donald Wayne Eastham

Donald Wayne Eastham

Jul 14, 2026

In Loving Memory of Donald Wayne Eastham 

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Wayne Eastham, who passed away on July 14th 2026 at the age of 71. Born on August 4th 1954 in Thurman West Virginia. Donald lived a life defined by love, strength, kindness, and dedication to his family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father,...

Lois Ann Jamison

Lois Ann Jamison

Jul 13, 2026

The Newcomer - NE Chapel is honored to serve the Jamison family at this time.

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Joan "Nana" Gossett

Joan "Nana" Gossett

Jul 13, 2026

Joan “Nana” Gossett passed away at home on July 13th, 2026 with her husband (Robert “Bob” Gossett) of 46 years at her side at the age of 77. Joan was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio on April 26th, 1949 to Hubert and Marie Gartin. Joan got her first job at age 18 at Western Electric, where she worked for...

Virginia Ann Nichols

Virginia Ann Nichols

Jul 13, 2026

With deep love and heavy hearts, we remember Virginia Ann “Ginnie” Nichols, who passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Born September 7, 1938, in Middletown, Ohio, Ginnie’s long, beautiful life was a testament to devotion, resilience, and unwavering affection for her family and friends.

Virginia, lovingly known as “Ginnie” by those closest to...

Joan C. Weaver

Joan C. Weaver

Jul 13, 2026

It is with Broken Hearts that we share that Joan Weaver has passed away after her courageous battle with cancer on July 13, 2026.

Joan was born on August 31, 1966 in Celina, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Ann Wagner.

She is survived by her husband, Jon, daughters,Noelle and Isabelle, sisters, Joy (Richard) Fishpaw, June (Vern)...

James D. Houston

James D. Houston

Jul 12, 2026

James D. Houston, age 64, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on July 12, 2026. Doug was born on December 24, 1961 in Hoonah, Alaska to the late James and Nancy Houston.

He is lovingly survived by his sons, Sam (Liz) Houston, Zachary (Isabelle) Houston, Levi Houston, granddaughter, Eleanor, brother, Mike Houston, and extended family members and friends.

Doug was an avid golfer,...

Edward H. Boerner Jr.

Edward H. Boerner Jr.

Jul 12, 2026

Edward Harold Boerner Jr, age 69, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on July 12, 2026. He was born on December 12, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Edward Sr. and Barbara Boerner.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Terri Boerner, brothers, Jeff and Scott Boerner.

He is lovingly survived by his children, Shannon (Sean), Ryan...

Debra Jo Dunaway

Debra Jo Dunaway

Jul 12, 2026

In Loving Memory of Debra Jo Dunaway

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Debra Jo Dunaway, who was born on June 1, 1954, in Kent, Ohio, to the late Antonio and Ernestine Dunaway.

Debra dedicated her life to caring for others. After retiring, she embraced what she proudly called her new...

Karen Sue Mayle

Karen Sue Mayle

Jul 11, 2026

Karen Sue Mayle, born in Columbus, Ohio on December 5, 1962, passed away on July 11, 2026 at the age of 63, surrounded by loved ones. 

Karen is survived by her loving husband, George of 25 years; Step-son, Brandon (Reva), Step-daughter, Shawna (TJ) Nelson; Grandchildren, Jayden, Jordan, Krystianna, Bryson, Andrew, Clayton, Faith, Caitlin. She is survived by her mother, Patsy Wells,...

Sharon Kay Nunley

Sharon Kay Nunley

Jul 11, 2026

Sharon Kay Nunley, 70, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on April 28, 1956, Sharon was the beloved daughter of the late Tommy Lee and Norma Jean (Gabriel) Johnson. She shared more...

Pansy Ackley

Pansy Ackley

Jul 11, 2026

Pansy Ackley, 86, passed away on July 11, 2026. She was born on February 20, 1940 in Biscuit, KY.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Harold Ackley, parents, Willard & Goldie Newsome, sisters Rose Watrus and Faye Justice.

Surviving family includes daughter, Joyce (Mark) Fullen; grandkids, Danielle (Christopher Ross), William Fullen (Nicole Jackson), Olivia Fullen; great-grandkids, Caleb, Marissa and...

Geeta Shirish Shah

Geeta Shirish Shah

Jul 11, 2026

Geeta Shirish Shah — beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and pillar of the Richmond community — passed away on July 11, 2026, surrounded by her family, after a three-year journey with glioblastoma. She was 79. 

Born in 1946 in Bharuch, India, to the late Kundanlal and Urmila Shroff, Geeta was the youngest daughter — though not the youngest child — in a...

Dianne R. Humker

Dianne R. Humker

Jul 11, 2026

Dianne R. Humker, 83, a resident of the wonderful Inn at Olentangy Trail in Delaware, Ohio, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on July 11, 2026 after a brief illness. 

Dianne was born on January 8, 1943 in Akron, Ohio. She graduated from North High School, Class of 1961 and then attended The University of Akron. Dianne married three times,...

Becky A. Cannaday

Becky A. Cannaday

Jul 10, 2026

Becky A. Cannaday, passed away peacefully at her residence on July 10, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on December 18, 1947, in Huntington, West Virginia, Becky’s life was rooted in steadfast faith, deep devotion to her loved ones, and a passion for reading and companionship that touched all who knew her.

Throughout her life, Becky’s warmth and kindness were...

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