Obituaries
Roman S Witryk
Nov 12, 2025
Roman S. Witryk, age 74 of Groveport, OH., passed away on November 12, 2025. He was born on December 4, 1950 to the late Emil and Antonina (Wasyliw) Witryk in Sloan, New York. Roman is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Carole Witryk, children Andrew Witryk, Shane Dykes, Matthew Witryk, Brandon Dykes and Alan Dykes, grandchildren Tyler Witryk,...
Patricia Ann Guest
Nov 12, 2025
Patricia Guest, 89, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Patricia was born on July 26, 1936 in Thorntown, Indiana to Lewis H. and Mary (Mckinley) Russell.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Bill (Marsha) and Bobby Russell.
She is survived by her children, Colleen Franklin, Russell White, Rhonda Johnson, and son Michael Wethington....
Lora Brooks
Nov 12, 2025
Lora L. Brooks, age 69, of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2025. Lora was born on July 2, 1956 in Mt. Sterling, Ohio to the late John and Dolores Brooks.
She is lovingly survived by her husband of 33 years, Tony Maika, and her brother, J.D. Brooks.
She will be deeply missed.
A dignified cremation will take place at Newcomer...
George M. Meyer
Nov 12, 2025
George Marshall Meyer, 97, of Columbus, OH, passed away November 12, 2025. He was born in Blanca, Colorado on November 2, 1928 to Ernest and Edna Hinds Meyer. He served 6-1/2 years in the United States Army. George was a part of the famous Berlin Airlift at the end of World War II and spent 15 months in Korea.
He was...
Betty Jean Ross
Nov 11, 2025
Betty Ross, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Ida Peck; her husband, Harry Ross of 57 years; her brothers Kenneth, Donald, and Roger Peck; and her sisters Dorothy Thompson and Edith Peck.
Betty was the devoted mother of Daniel and Mark Ross, beloved mother-in-law...
Jill Kleinhenz
Nov 10, 2025
Jill Kleinhenz (Miracle) 74, passed away peacefully Monday, November 10, 2025. She was born on July 19, 1951. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Odell and Lillian (Myrtle) Miracle.Jill is survived by her daughter Michelle (Shawn) Lautner, sister Janice Adkins (Miracle), brother Keith Miracle, nieces Kim (Bob) Lott, Sherri Althoff (Chad), and nephew David Adkins (Sarah). She is...
Mary Beth Call
Nov 10, 2025
Mary Beth Call, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on November 10, 2025, in Grove City, Ohio, at the age of 57. Born on November 27, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio, Mary's early years shaped the vibrant woman she became—one who poured love into everything she did.
A proud graduate of Grove City High School, Class of 1986, Mary...
Christopher Paul Norviel
Nov 9, 2025
Christopher Paul Norviel, affectionately known as Chris, was born on April 20, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio. He passed away on November 9, 2025, in Grove City, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a profound impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Chris was a dedicated worker, contributing to Eastern Truck and Trailer and Transport Services...
Russell Buck, Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
Russell Buck, Jr, 93, of Lewis Center, formally of Westerville, passed away November 9, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born in Columbus on March 28, 1932 to the late Russell and Florence (Emerson) Buck, Sr.
Those left to cherish memories of Russell include dear cousins, extended family, friends, and those he touched with his heart in life.
Along with his parents,...
Charles Jon Sanders
Nov 9, 2025
Charles J. Sanders, affectionately known as "Charlie," age 74 of Columbus, Ohio, departed this life on November 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Charlie was born on November 27, 1950 in Indianapolis, Indiana, but grew up in Martinsville, Indiana, where he developed his deep-rooted sense of community and love for life.
Charlie leaves behind a legacy of love...
David Edward Emmons
Nov 9, 2025
David Edward Emmons, 88 of Westerville OH passed away peacefully November 9, 2025. David was born September 20, 1937 in Columbus OH to Wallace and Genevieve (Sensenbrenner) Emmons.
David was an ODOT employee for over 30 years and former veteran of the US ARMY. His love for his family, bowling and our BUCKEYES will be unsurpassed.
David will be deeply missed by...
Richard J. Fischer Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
Richard John Fischer Jr, age 75, of Grove City, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2025. Richard was born on February 4, 1950 in Sewickley, PA to the late Richard "Dick" and Estelle Fischer.
He is lovingly survived by his wife of 54 years, Cindy Fischer, his sons, Richard (Heather) Fischer, Nicholas (Amanda) Fischer, Michael (Dyana) Fischer, grandchildren, Paige Fischer,...
Karl Phil Kimball
Nov 9, 2025
Karl Phil Kimball, 89, passed away on November 9, 2025.
He was born in New Lexington, OH on October 2, 1936 to the late Wade E. and Alice D. (Dinsmore) Kimball.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Wade Kimball.
Surviving family includes children, Karl "Bud" Kimball, Pamela Hendrix, Wade Kimball, sister, Renee Wadleigh and many grandchildren.
Michael Ray Garwatoski
Nov 8, 2025
Michael Ray Garwatoski, age 50, of Lockbourne, Ohio departed this life on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Grant Medical Center. Michael was almost a Christmas baby born on December 23, 1974 to Patricia Ann Howland Garwatoski and Anthony Stanley Garwatoski in Aurora, Colorado. Michael graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School in 1993. Michael married the love of his life, Mitzie...
James Edward Walton
Nov 7, 2025
James E Walton, the boy from Chandler Hill in Northern Michigan, passed away at home on November 7, 2025, at the age of 84 where he was lovingly cared for by his devoted wife and grandson during his Alzheimer’s journey.
James’ greatest joy in life was serving Christ. He did this through serving as a Sunday school teacher, a Bible Bowl...
Vera Mae Sigg
Nov 7, 2025
Vera Mae “Nana” SiggAugust 22, 1929 – November 7, 2025
Vera Mae Sigg, lovingly known as “Nana” to all who were blessed to know her, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on August 22, 1929, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, where she met and married the love of her life, Robert Lee Sigg “Pap-Pap”. Vera and Bob shared more than...
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