Obituaries
Melinda Sue Hunt
Nov 9, 2026
Melinda Sue Hunt, age 66, passed away on November 9, 2026. Born on October 29, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Gerald and Evelyn Hunt.
Arrangements under the care of the Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio (614-539-6166).
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Kenneth Tad Arnold
Nov 9, 2026
Kenneth T. Arnold, age 93, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026.
Born on December 19, 1932, on his family’s farm in Otway, Ohio, Ken was the son of the late Kepler and Clara Arnold. He dedicated 26 proud years of service to the United States Air Force, retiring at the distinguished rank of Master Sergeant. His military...
Stephen T. Lewis
Nov 9, 2026
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Michael Gerald Stainer
Nov 8, 2026
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Friends may call at the Newcomer Funeral Home, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio (614-539-6166) on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 2:00pm until time of funeral service at 4:00pm. Graveside services will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 12:30pm at Providence Cemetery.
Joseph G. Menix
Nov 8, 2026
Joseph Glen Menix, age 53, passed away peacefully as the sun set on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at OSU Wexner Medical Center, with his beloved wife Devon by his side. The world is a little quieter—and a lot less full of laughter—without him.
Joe and Devon met on a blind date in 1994. Devon likes to say she wanted nothing to...
Geneva Cooper
Nov 8, 2026
Geneva Cooper, age 94, of Grove City, Ohio passed away on November 8, 2026. Geneva was born on March 10, 1932 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Orville and Icy Jarvis.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John Cooper, daughter, Debra Clary. Brothers, Harold Jarvis and Ellis Wicker. Sister Dovey Darnell.
She is lovingly survived by...
Lois J. Reeves
Nov 7, 2026
Lois J. Reeves, born August 3, 1941, in Ohio. She passed away November 7, 2026, at the age of 85, peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.
Lois was a respected and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was the foundation of her family, the one who helped hold everyone together. She dedicated most of her life to caring for her...
Ralph R. Wimer
Nov 7, 2026
Ralph R. Wimer passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde Wimer and Alice McMillen Wimer; his brother, Bob Wimer; his sisters, Peg Wimer and Norma Jean Wimer; six stepbrothers; and four stepsisters.
Ralph is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lucille (Bolen) Wimer; his sister, Dolly...
Jack Terry Collins
Nov 7, 2026
Jack Terry Collins, 61, born in McCombs, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and love.
Jack has truly one of a kind. Known for his sense of humor, fun-loving personality, and just the right amount of stubbornness, he had a way of making life a little more interesting for everyone around him....
Everett Eckard
Nov 7, 2026
Everett E. Eckard, age 83, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 7, 2026. Everett was born on March 9, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Everett and Esther Eckard.
He is lovingly survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Eckard, daughter, Michelle (Greg) Robertson, son Michael (Lisa) Eckard, grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.
Everett worked at OSU for 35 years....
Diana Lynn Castle
Nov 6, 2026
Diana Lynn Castle (Osborn)
Diana Lynn Castle (Osborn), 64, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Born November 23, 1961, she grew up in Grove City, Ohio, and graduated from Grove City High School in 1981. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on November 6, 2026.
Diana began her career with Nationwide Insurance at...
Donald James Clark
Nov 6, 2026
Donald James Clark, of Pickerington, Ohio, passed away on November 6, 2026, in Pickerington. He was 92. He was born on February 24, 1934, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, to Norman and Margaret Clark.
Donald was a graduate of Aliquippa High School in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. He went on to serve in the United States Army, including work as a Military Police officer. After...
Jack Dean Knisley
Nov 6, 2026
Jack Dean Knisley, 92, passed away after his struggle with dementia on Friday, November 6, 2026. A devoted husband, loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Born June 23, 1934, in South Solon, Ohio. He is survived by his loving wife, Ann, of 70 years, his daughters Sheree (Mike) Yates, Kim (Mike) Scott, and Jackie (Paul Fleming) Moore. His grandchildren April (Jeff) Conley,...
Henry Keeton
Nov 5, 2026
Lovingly known as Robot and Hen Dog, Henry was born in Blackfork, Ohio, and made his home in Columbus.
He shared 47 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Nena.
A hardworking, fun-loving Mr. Fix It, Henry was also a human map who always knew the way. He treasured camping, family vacations, days at the Naus Club, and summer days around the...
Robert T. Harrison
Nov 5, 2026
Robert Terrance Harrison, age 65, of Blacklick, Ohio passed away on November 5, 2026. Rob was born on May 25, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Donald and Marda Harrison.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his infant sister, Patricia Mary Harrison.
He is lovingly survived by his wife, Linda Harrison, son, Brian Ropchock, siblings, Tim (Terri)...
Barbara Meyer
Nov 5, 2026
Barbara Meyer, 74, passed away on November 5, 2026.
She was born on March 20, 1952.
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James H.R. Goddard
Nov 5, 2026
James Goddard, 77, passed away on November 5, 2026.
He was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 10, 1949.
Jim grew up in Upper Arlington and graduated in 1967. He graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in history and accounting and was a member of Phi Kappa Sigma. Jim owned and operated his own CPA firm in Sarasota, Florida...
William "Bill" M. Neff
Nov 4, 2026
William “Bill” M. Neff, 64, of Columbus, passed away at home, surrounded by his loved ones on November 4, 2026. He was born in Columbus on April 8, 1962, to the late James and Corlyn (McGonigle) Neff.
Those left to cherish memories of Bill include his sons, Michael (Liz) Neff, Robert (Amber) Neff, Zakary Neff, and Shane Neff; grandchildren, Jovan Johnson,...
Kathleen Ann Rickey
Nov 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kathleen Ann Rickey
March 23, 1956 – November 4, 2026
Kathleen Ann Rickey, age 70, passed away on November 4, 2026. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and all whose lives she touched.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ralph Rickey, and her son, James Williamson.
She is survived by her sons, Eddie (Casey) Hysell...
Rodney Asbury
Nov 4, 2026
Rodney Asbury, age 67, passed away peacefully at home on November 4, 2026.
Rodney was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Asbury; his father, Ervin Asbury; his grandmother, Dorothy Gilkerson; his stepfather, Tom Hawkins; his brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Sandy Asbury; and his parents-in-law, Ed and Jeanie Adkins.
Rodney's memory will be cherished by his wife, Becky Asbury; his mother,...
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