Obituaries
Paul A. McClure "PAG"
Dec 14, 2025
Paul A. McClure, known affectionately as "PAG," passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on February 15, 1948, in New Albany, Indiana, Paul was the son of the late Paul and Edith McClure. He spent his life dedicated to his family and his work.
Paul is lovingly survived by his devoted wife of 59 years,...
Homer H. Gearheart
Dec 14, 2025
Homer H. Gearheart, affectionately known as "Mo," passed away peacefully at home on December 14, 2025, after a brave eight-year battle with cancer. Born on February 24, 1949, in Blue Field, West Virginia, Mo lived a life filled with love, laughter, and commitment to his family and community.
For over 43 years, Mo dedicated himself to his career on the railroad,...
Cynthia Corrine Reggins
Dec 13, 2025
Cynthia Corrine Reggins, 68, of Columbus, passed away on December 13, 2025. She was born on August 14, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio.
She was lovingly raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie and Etta Reggins. Cynthia leaves to cherish her memory 2 beloved sons, Terell (Brooklynn) Davis, Jr. and Daryn Joseph; grandchildren, Dasia, Dasani, Destiny, Abeni, Rain and Gavyn; 5...
Patricia Sue Mechling
Dec 13, 2025
Patricia (Patty) Mechling passed away at her home on December 13, 2025 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband, Paul, of 55 years and her three sons, Chris, Paul Jr., and Shannon; her sisters, Shelva and Bernice; her brother, Daryl; five grandchildren, Josh (Jennifer), Lacy (Cody), Nathan, Megan (Wes), and Brandon; and six great-grandchildren and many nieces...
Elizabeth "Betty" Anna Thomas
Dec 13, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Anna Thomas, lovingly known as Betty, who left this world on December 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on February 19, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, Betty lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to her family.
A proud graduate of Linden McKinley High...
Sue Gorslene
Dec 12, 2025
Sue Gorslene, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, left this world on December 12, 2025, at the age of 78, in Galloway, Ohio. Born on January 4, 1947, in Columbus, she was raised in a family that instilled in her the values of love, kindness, and community. Sue was a proud graduate of West High School, class of 1965, where...
Lidia Terechina
Dec 11, 2025
Lidia Terechina, 88, passed away on December 11, 2025. She was born in St. Petersburg, Russia on November 24, 1937.
Surviving family includes children, Maria Terechina, Roman Tereshin, grandchildren, Ivan (Michelle) Zemskov, Igor (Ariel) Zemskov, Makar Tereshin, great-grandchildren, Lidia, Ivan, Mila, Milana and sister, Valintina Solonenko.
Visitation will be held from 2-4pm, Monday, December 15, 2025 at Newcomer Funeral Home, NW Chapel,...
Richard L. Brock
Dec 11, 2025
Richard Lee Brock, 73, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, surrounded by the family he cherished.
Born on March 10, 1952, to Frederick and Mary Alice (Leachman) Brock. Rich grew up alongside his brother, Gary (Debbie) Brock, and was preceded in death by his father, Fred, and sister, Rita.
On March 2, 1974, Rich married the love of his life and...
Alice L. Browning
Dec 11, 2025
Alice L. Browning, born on October 11, 1963, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on December 11, 2025. She will be lovingly remembered for her vibrant personality and her unwavering commitment to her family.
Alice was known as a prankster, always ready with a joke or a good laugh. She had a straight-forward way of sharing her thoughts,...
Yong H. Morris
Dec 11, 2025
Yong H. Morris, known to her family as Sue, passed away at Kobacker House, after a short battle with cancer on December 11, 2025. She was born on September 30, 1947, and led a life marked by strength, independence, and generosity. Yong's presence was a blessing to those who knew her; to know her was truly to love her.
Yong was...
Piroska Szabo
Dec 11, 2025
Piroska Szabó (née Fodor), 80, of Lewis Center, Ohio, passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, December 11, 2025, following longstanding health issues.
Piroska was born on March 15, 1945, in Poroszló, Hungary. At the age of five, she moved with her family to Budapest, where she attended school on the Pest side of the city and later completed...
Elvera Ann Fox
Dec 10, 2025
Elvera Wheeler Fox, lovingly remembered as a vibrant force of nature, passed away on December 10, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 92. Born on February 12, 1933, in Columbus, she brought joy to those around her with an outgoing personality and a passion for life that endeared her to many.
Elvera's career as a Secretary for Civil Defense...
Thomas "Tom" McBee
Dec 9, 2025
Thomas McBee, 90, of Johnstown, Ohio, formerly of Morgantown, West Virginia, passed away on December 9th, 2025, at Wesley Woods in New Albany, Ohio.
He was born on September 16th, 1935, to the late Spencer and Charlotte McBee.
Tom graduated from Morgantown High School in 1953. He married the love of his life, Gayle, on June 1st, 1956, at Goshen Baptist Church....
Brenda Dean Blazy
Dec 8, 2025
Brenda Dean Blazy, born on December 27, 1947, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025. She lived a life rich in love and strong will, known for her blunt honesty and deep affection for those around her. Brenda was a long-time resident of Helen Street in Columbus, Ohio, where she built a home full of warmth and cherished memories.
Family was...
Harold "Bo" Louis Bocook Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
Harold “Bo” L. Bocook, Jr., (82) of Grove City, Ohio, was born on October 8, 1943, in Galveston, Texas, and passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at home. He is preceded in death by his beloved son, Tracy; his parents, Harold Sr. and Berniece; and his sisters, lovingly remembered as Sis and Ruthie. Bo is survived by the love of his...
Beverly "Bev" Bishop
Dec 7, 2025
Beverly Ann Bishop, 72, passed away on December 7, 2025. She was preceded in death by husband, John A. Bishop Jr. "JR"; parents, Adrian and Lulabell Ray; infant brother; and sister, Patricia Ray. Bev is survived by "her honey," Paul Thompson; daughter, Tracy Seymour; granchildren, John (Vic) Seymour and Katie (Robert) Robinett bonus kids, Brad (Ashlee) Thompson and Lisann (Xavier)...
Zachary James Alexander
Dec 6, 2025
Zachary (Zack) Alexander was born on July 3, 1993 in Columbus, OH and left this world on December 6, 2025.
Zack led his life with a huge heart, always spreading his love to others. He had the ability to walk into any room and immediately start talking and laughing with anyone in it. His mind was always running, and his hands...
Gabriel "Gabe" McLaughlin
Dec 6, 2025
Gabriel “Gabe” Morgen McLaughlin, 21, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away December 6, 2025. Born October 24, 2004, in Columbus, Gabe was a student at Mississippi State University studying Botany, driven by his dream to find natural treatments for brain cancer and neurological disorders.
He is survived by his father Kevin McLaughlin, mother Bobbie (Carawan) McCleery, stepfather Shaun McCleery, sister Emily,...
George Albert Price
Dec 5, 2025
George Albert Price, age 72, passed away on December 5, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1953 to the late Albert and Marian Price. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Debra Price; brother, John Price; and daughter, Kristina Mason. He is survived by his children, Cammie (Saul) Price and John Price; grandchildren, Gabriel, Silas, Mateo, Josh...
Emma Eileen Bentley
Dec 5, 2025
Emma Eileen Bentley, 98, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, at Hoover Haus Assisted Living in Grove City, Ohio, where she was surrounded by compassionate caregivers and many dear friends. Born on February 14, 1927, in Mason, Ohio, Emma lived a life filled with love, laughter, and generosity.
Emma was a spirited, funny, and loving woman who had a remarkable...
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