Obituaries

Paul Leroy Viers

Paul Leroy Viers

Aug 10, 2026

Paul Leroy Viers, age 81, passed away on August 10, 2026. He was born on April 23, 1945. Survived by his son, Donald Mullins. 

Arrangements entrusted to the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL. 

Jose Gregorio

Jose Gregorio

Aug 8, 2026

With deepest love and heartfelt sorrow, we announce the passing of Jose Gregorio, affectionately known as “Greg Taylor,” who gently departed this world on August 8, 2026, at OhioHealth’s Hospice House - Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio. 

Jose Gregorio was born in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 7, 1956, a city known for its vibrancy, artistry, and soul—qualities that Jose reflected in...

Donna Knox

Donna Knox

Aug 8, 2026

The Lord called mom home on August 8th 2026 after a battle with dementia.

Donna Irene Knox (Stockham) was born to William (Bill) Roth and Gereldine (Jerry) Florance Stockham in Portsmouth Ohio on June 8th 1946. She spent her early years living in West Portsmouth before grandpa moved the family to the west side of Columbus to work for Greyhound. Mom...

Jenny Louise Gleich

Jenny Louise Gleich

Aug 8, 2026

Jenny Louise Gleich, age 72, went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2026. Jenny was born on August 28, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Harry and Helen Search.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Keith Gleich, son-in-law, John Thomas, brothers, Jeffrey Search and James Search.

She is lovingly survived by her children,...

Elmer Wayne Cook

Elmer Wayne Cook

Aug 7, 2026

Elmer Wayne Cook, 97, of Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully at home on August 7, surrounded by his family.

Elmer was born May 26, 1929, in Honaker, VA, to Grat W. and Clara Hooper Cook. 

Elmer was a proud Veteran who served in the Korean War. After returning home, he met the love of his life, Margaret (Wilson), and moved to Columbus...

Wayne Raymond Skiba

Wayne Raymond Skiba

Aug 7, 2026

Wayne Raymond Skiba, age 70, of Westerville, Ohio passed away on August 7, 2026. He was born on May 19, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Raymond and Mildred Skiba.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Joyce, and his long-term partner, Paula Brown.

He is lovingly survived by his sons, Quinn Skiba, Adam Skiba, Eric...

Nancy Ann Johns

Nancy Ann Johns

Aug 7, 2026

Nancy Ann Johns, age 80, passed away on August 7, 2026. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on October 23, 1945 to Raymond and Helen. 

Arrangements entrusted to the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL. 

Joyce Ann Ballengee

Joyce Ann Ballengee

Aug 6, 2026

Joyce Ann Ballengee (Lemaster), age 84, of Galloway, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on August 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on November 7, 1941, in London, Ohio, Joyce was a woman of remarkable strength, resilience, and grace. She carried herself with elegance and pride throughout her life. She faced life’s challenges with determination, dignity, and...

Miladene C. Arnold

Miladene C. Arnold

Aug 6, 2026

Miladene Cole Arnold, of Galloway, Ohio. Miladene joined the lord in eternal peace during the night, passing peacefully in his hands at 95 on August 6th, 2026, just days before her 96th birthday.

Miladene Cole, affectionately known by family as “Millie”; was the fourth of nine children born to parents, Icie (Kirk) & Howard Cole; she born in the summer of...

Joe "JoePa" Vulpio

Joe "JoePa" Vulpio

Aug 6, 2026

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Ashley Nicole McCann

Ashley Nicole McCann

Aug 5, 2026

Ashley Nicole McCann, born on September 11, 1988, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026, at 37 years old, surrounded by her family. 

Ashley is survived by her husband of 20 years, James; her children, Gabriel (Carmen), Chase, Brooklyn, Haley, and Riley; her father, Robert (Brenda) Gibson, and mother, Laurie Harris- Gibson. Also survived by mother and father in law, Jaqueline...

Joshua Thomas Adair

Joshua Thomas Adair

Aug 4, 2026

Joshua Thomas Adair

January 15, 1986 – August 4, 2026

Joshua Thomas Adair, 40, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2026, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, surrounded by his loved ones. His life was taken far too soon, leaving behind a family and many friends who will forever love and miss him.

Josh is survived by his children, Madison, Makenna,...

John Cleveland Beard

John Cleveland Beard

Aug 4, 2026

John Cleveland Beard II, age 81, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.

He was the son of the late Ida Wilma and John Jackson Beard. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 3, 1944.

He served in the United States Navy and as a Correctional Officer at the historic Ohio Penitentiary in Columbus....

Tara Rani Mytle

Tara Rani Mytle

Aug 4, 2026

Tara Rani Mytle, 91, of Dublin, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, at OhioHealth's Kobacker Hospice House, Columbus, Ohio. 

Born on July 8, 1935, in Shajhan Pur, India, to the late Banwali Lal and Champa Rani, Tara is survived by her two daughters, Abha (Sudhir) Jindal and Nutan Mytle. 

A Celebration of Life, where family and friends are invited...

Elizabeth Ann Musselman

Elizabeth Ann Musselman

Aug 3, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Musselman, a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and cousin, was born on May 6, 2008, in Columbus, Ohio. She departed this world far too soon on August 3, 2026, in Columbus, leaving a deep and irreplaceable absence in the hearts of those who loved her.

Elizabeth’s story is woven through the lives of her adoring family. She was the...

Melody Kaye Helmig

Melody Kaye Helmig

Aug 3, 2026

Melody Helmig, 61, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. Melody was born on July 25, 1965 in Columbus, Ohio to Daniel and Phyllis (Morris) Kingery.

Melody is preceded in death by her parents, son Jeremy Kingery, and brother Daniel Kingery.

She is survived by son, Josh (Stephanie) Helmig, daughter, Jennifer (Brian) Watson, brother, Ty (Marcie) Kingery, grandkids: Xander,...

Cheryl Ann Stilwell

Cheryl Ann Stilwell

Aug 2, 2026

Cheryl Ann Stilwell ("Waffle Mom") touched countless lives in ways words can only hope to capture. Born on August 12, 2026, in Springfield, Ohio, and passing away far too soon on August 2, 2026, at Mount Carmel Hospital in Grove City, Cheryl’s life was defined by love, warmth, and unwavering devotion to those she held dear.

To her beloved husband, Timothy...

Gerald Warren Gillman

Gerald Warren Gillman

Aug 2, 2026

Gerald Warren Gillman, 94, passed away on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, at Darby Glenn Nursing Home, Hilliard, Ohio. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on January 25th, 1932.

Following high school, Gerald proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean-War Conflict. In his free time, Gerald was a lifelong fan of the New York Giants...

Pamela Jill Johnston

Pamela Jill Johnston

Aug 1, 2026

Minister Pamela Jill Johnston

Born April 22, 1960-Died August 1, 2026

Jill was a lifelong resident of the Westerville area. She graduated in 1978 from Westerville North High School.

Jill received her minister’s license from World Harvest Bible College. She worked as a Victoria's Secret fashion consultant for 15 years and was employed by AAA for 25 years. She loved her family, swimming,...

Wanneta Clark

Wanneta Clark

Aug 1, 2026

Wanneta Clark, 95, of Columbus, OH, passed away on August 1, 2026. She was born in Columbus, OH on April 8, 1931.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Richard Clark, parents, Willard O. and Myrtle E. (Willis) Bumgarner, siblings, Mildred Pope, Freida Laymaster and David Bumgarner.

Surviving family includes children Jim (Debi) Clark, Lisa Sweeney, grandchildren, Lindsay (Isaac) Zimmer,...

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