Obituaries
Jean Eileen Hedges
Jan 1, 2026
Jean Eileen Hedges, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on September 9, 1928, in Columbus, Ohio, Jean lived a life that truly embodied warmth and love. She graduated from West High School in 1946 and became a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church, demonstrating her...
John E. Haring
Dec 31, 2025
John E. Haring, age 65, of Powell, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. Born on January 11, 1960, in Youngstown, Ohio. John attended Youngstown State and later moved to the Columbus area, where he worked for Crown Eurocars and Equitable Mortgage. It is in Columbus he met the love of his life, Tracy...
Donald J. Parkison Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
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Don was a huge NASCAR and OSU fan. He was a jack of all trades working with sheet metal, Horton's Ambulances, and various maintenance jobs.
Visitation Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 2pm until the time of Funeral Service at 4pm at Newcomer, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH.
In lieu of flowers, donations may...
Gary Edwin Waldron
Dec 31, 2025
Gary Edwin WaldronAugust 24, 1947 – December 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Edwin Waldron, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Gary peacefully left this world on December 31, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born on August 24, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, to George Edwin Waldron and Charity Mae Waldron...
Odell "Phil" Gressett
Dec 30, 2025
Odell "Phil" Gressett, a beloved husband, stepfather, and friend, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025. Born on March 16, 1956, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Phil spent most of his younger years in Mississippi before creating a cherished life filled with love and purpose.
Phil is survived by his beloved wife Sheila, with whom he celebrated 34...
Shirley Ann Reed
Dec 29, 2025
Shirley Ann Reed, age 67, of Whitehall, Ohio passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Vernon and Eltis Leasure.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Forrest and Shirley Horn, grandmother, Tina "Tiny" Adams.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, James Reed,...
William "Bill" L. Graue
Dec 29, 2025
William Lawrence Graue, 76, died in his home surrounded by his loving family Dec. 29 at 1:42 p.m. in Galloway. He was born on Oct. 28, 1949, in Covington, Kentucky to the late William H. and Virginia (Hansel) Graue. His sisters Christina Lea Gaeth and Marjorie Burress also preceded him in death.
He graduated from Lexington Catholic High School in 1967....
Edward Blair Bokar
Dec 27, 2025
Edward Blair Bokar, age 54, passed away on December 27, 2025, at The Ohio State University Ross Heart Hospital, surrounded by those he cherished most.
For 27 years, Ed shared a devoted marriage with his wife, Valerie Wendel-Bokar. Their love was steady, genuine, and rooted in partnership. Above all else, Ed was a proud and deeply dedicated father to his son,...
Gwenda Marie Brown
Dec 26, 2025
Gwenda Marie Brown passed away at the OSU James Center on December 26, 2025, at the age of 53. Gwenda is predeceased by her mother, Catherine Moore (Johnson) and step-mother, Marla Brown (Koch), grandparents, Marvin and Marjorie Johnson, Roger Brown, Sr. and Maxine Buhacevich (Brown), brothers, Emmitt and Joesph Kauffer, and step-son, Duane Mobley. Gwenda is survived by her three...
Madhu Sharma
Dec 26, 2025
Madhu Sharma, born on July 22, 1944, passed away at 5pm on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Madhu was born in Sindh and was married to her beloved husband, Vishu Sharma for over 55 years.
Madhu leaves behind her daughters (Angie & Nisha), her sons-in-law (James & Peter), her brothers (Dilip & Mahesh), grandchildren and grandsons-in-law (Paris & Dylan; Siene & Shane; Alleah...
Sharon Marie Libert
Dec 26, 2025
Sharon Marie Libert passed away peacefully at her Canal Winchester home on December 26, 2025, after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
Sharon offered kindness and warmth to everyone she met and instilled strength, independence, compassion and curiosity in her children and grandchildren.
She was an avid reader and lifelong learner, a teacher, a gardener, and an explorer who loved to travel...
Mark Rowley
Dec 26, 2025
Mark Rowley, 64, went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by parents, Victor and Frances Rowley; and wife, Carol Rowley. Mark is survived by siblings, Scott Rowley, Steve (Cherry) Buckley, and Kim Buckley; nieces and nephews; and good friend, Larry Green.
Mark was a big Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
A private family burial will...
Beverly Jean Leonard
Dec 25, 2025
Beverly Jean Leonard, 93, of Dublin, Ohio, formerly of Orange, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025.
Beverly was born on April 28, 1932, in Orleans, Vermont, to Shirl and Ruth (Williams) Hutchins. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 66 years, Raymond Leonard, and her cherished granddaughter, Victoria-Raye Wisniewski.
Beverly lived a life defined by love, faith,...
Ryan Lloyd Dawson
Dec 25, 2025
Ryan Lloyd Dawson, 54, passed away on December 25, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, the city where he was also born.
Ryan is survived by his parents, Robert and Nancy Dawson; his brother, Aaron Dawson, his wife Nikki, his nieces, Olivia and Maddie; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends. He also shared his life with his partner, Jesse, who...
Marsha Lee Graham
Dec 25, 2025
Marsha Graham, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Marsha was born on July 20, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio to Rodger Graham and Nellie (Reese) Hinzman.
Marsha is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Jerry Reese.
She is survived by daughter, Melissa (Chris) Terry, son, Marvin Daryl (Debbie) Diller, Jr., proclaimed family, Doris and David Ramsey,...
Jerry "Mike" Johnson
Dec 25, 2025
On December 25, 2025, Mike was healed and is now walking and talking with his Lord hand in hand. His faith was evident in the way he served others and Jesus Christ. We, his family, are grateful that this is not the end for him. It is truly just the beginning.
Mike was born January 29, 1957 to Arch and Vicie...
Kirk Morris
Dec 25, 2025
Kirk Morris (Jr), 82, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 25, 2025. Born on September 14, 1943, to Kirk Morris (Sr) and Frances Woolridge.
He earned a GED but attended Linden McKinley High School and Garret Middle School, and married Suzanne(Wolf) on October 15, 1960.
Kirk, also called Junior and Red, found simple pleasures: playing cards (poker), betting on horses, dog...
Glen Watts
Dec 25, 2025
Glen Watts, born on November 26, 1951, passed away on December 25, 2025. He lived a life full of dedication, humor, and love.
Glen had a varied career that included landscaping, managing and working at pizza shops with his friends, and even working in different factories. He was known for his laid-back personality, good sense of humor, and straightforward nature. Glen...
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