Obituaries
Regina "Jean" Gray
Oct 31, 2026
Regina Ann Gray, age 83, of Ashville, Ohio passed away on October 31, 2026. Jean was born on July 26, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Arthur and Rita Smith.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by brothers, Sherman Smith, Don Smith, and daughter-in-law, Trudy Gray.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 64 years, Denver Gray...
Brenda Helen (Copley) Weaver Darst
Oct 31, 2026
Brenda Helen Copley Weaver Darst, 69, passed away due to complications from a recent surgery on October 31, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on January 20, 1957, in Huntington, West Virginia.
Brenda will be remembered as a kind, loving, and thoughtful woman whose warm spirit touched many people. She loved to laugh, was carefree in the best way, and...
Sandy Jones
Oct 30, 2026
Sandra Lee Jones, 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her husband, dog, and family on October 30, 2026. Sandy is preceded in death by parents, Miriam and Walter; sisters, Donna and Christina; and step-son, Harry A. Jones II.
She is survived by her loving husband of 29 years, Harry Jones; children, Ron (Carolyn) VanDyne, Don (Brenda) VanDyne, Chrys (Roger)...
Donna Fortner
Oct 29, 2026
Donna J. Fortner (nee Schamel) passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving children, on October 29, 2026, due to complications of vascular dementia. She is survived by her 4 children: daughter Lynda Fortner, son Jeff Fortner, son Scott Fortner, and daughter Robyn Fortner. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, James "Skip" and Risa Schamel. She...
Joan W. Hanes
Oct 29, 2026
Joan W. Hanes, 95, passed away October 29, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles R. Hanes, Sr.; grandson, Dustin T. Wooden; and brother, Richard Whisner
Joan was born on May 7, 1931 to the late Aubrey and Harriette Whisner.
Joan and Charlie enjoyed their time in Vero Beach, Florida and then Murphy, North Carolina before returning to Ohio.
She...
Pauline Louise Lee
Oct 29, 2026
Pauline Louise Lee, age 65, passed away on October 29, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Arrangements entrusted to the Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio (614-539-6166).
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John Swisher
Oct 29, 2026
John E. Swisher, 58, passed away October 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Swisher Sr.; sister, Kimberly (Swisher) Schneller; mother of his children, Tamara Gray; cousins, Mandy Hildebrand, Daniel Hildebrand, and Matthew Scott; aunt and uncle, Mable and Glen Mullins; uncle, Bud Masters.
He is survived by mother, Mayme "Pat" Young; step-father, Micheal Young; sons, Tyler...
Carol Elaine Wells
Oct 29, 2026
Carol Elaine Wells, age 86, passed away on October 29, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1940 to the late Paul and Myrtle Wright. She is preceded in death by her parents; her infant daughter, Debra Dawn Stricklett. She is survived by her husband, Carl Wells; son Eugene Stricklett; sister, Doris Jean (Don); brothers, Jimmy (Tammy) Wright, Paul (Pam)...
Nicholas Best
Oct 29, 2026
The Newcomer-NE Chapel is honored to serve the Best family.
Please check back soon for the full obituary.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 pm and Monday, November 9, 2026, from 10:00 am-11:00 am. A service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 11:00 am. He will be laid to rest at...
Jerry Wayne Gardner
Oct 29, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Jerry GardnerSome people leave footprints wherever they go, and then there are people like Jerry, who leave a little piece of themselves in everyone’s heart they meet.Jerry was a true social butterfly, affectionately known as a “Good Time Charlie.” He had a smile that could light up a room, a kind heart that knew no limits,...
Douglas Edward Martin
Oct 29, 2026
Douglas Edward Martin, 79, of Dublin, Ohio, passed away on October 29, 2026.
He was born on December 14, 1946.
Arrangements are pending and will be published once available.
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Charles Arthur Bryson Jr.
Oct 28, 2026
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Audrey (Marsh) Wolery- Hilliard
Oct 28, 2026
Audrey (Marsh) Wolery-Hilliard, age 94, formerly of Orient, Ohio, passed away on October 28, 2026, at Optalis Health & Rehabilitation Center in Canal Winchester, Ohio.
Audrey was born on September 13, 1932, in Batavia, Ohio, to the late Jeremiah and Elsie (Williams) Marsh.
In addition to her parents, Audrey was preceded in death by her first husband, Floyd A. Wolery; her second...
John Leslie Stewart
Oct 28, 2026
Completed obituary is currently forthcoming by the family.
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Arrangements entrusted to Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio (614-539-6166)
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Kathleen Louise Barnhill
Oct 28, 2026
Kathleen Louise Barnhill, age 78, passed away on October 28, 2026. She was born on March 13, 1948, in Lancaster, Ohio.
Arrangements entrusted to the Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio (614-539-6166).
To leave a special message or memory for the Barnhill family, please visit the Guestbook.
Donna M. Bianca
Oct 28, 2026
Donna M. Bianca, 56, passed away October 28, 2026. She was preceded in death by parents, Wayne and Donna Loiacono; and brother-in-law, Mark A. Craig. Donna is survived by daughter, Danielle Davis; sisters, Stacey C. Craig and Michele (Eddie) Smith; nieces and nephews, including, Micheal (Torianna) Craig and their son, Maverick, Samantha (Collin) Whitesel and their daughter, Gemma, and Stephanie...
Donald L. McNichols
Oct 28, 2026
Donald L. McNichols, age 101 and 9 months, passed away on October 28, 2026. Donald was born on January 28, 1925 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Miles "Burt" and Sadie McNichols.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 78 years, Nancy McNichols, infant son, Donald Wayne McNichols, grandsons, Zachary and Jacob Homoelle, son-in-law, Gary...
Ransom P. Havice II
Oct 27, 2026
Ransom P. Havice, II, age 42, passed away unexpectedly and will be reunited with his beloved brother, Andy, who is preceded him in death. He leaves behind his son, Tripp; his parents, Rance and Jeri Havice; his sister and brother-in-law, Jordan Havice and Ismail Abdelqader; his niece, Avery Havice; and countless wonderful aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will forever...
Janice Marie Mensah
Oct 27, 2026
Visitation Friday, November 20, 2026 from 6-8pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, NE Chapel, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., Columbus, Ohio (614-818-1188). Additional visitation Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10-10:30am at Sanctuary Columbus Church, 4142 Westerville Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43224. Funeral Service to follow at 10:30am at the Church. Interment to follow at Northlawn Memory Gardens, Westerville, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, please...
Alice M. Ricketts
Oct 27, 2026
Alice M. Ricketts, 78, of Plain City, Ohio, passed away on October 27, 2026. She was born on July 1, 1948, in Lancaster, Ohio.
Alice was a devoted wife of 54 years. She dedicated herself to raising four children. She took great pleasure in being involved in their activities and most recently, those of her beloved grandchildren. Alice was an active...
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