Obituaries
Billy Harold Messer
Mar 12, 2026
Billy Harold Messer, 77, of Powell, OH, passed away on March 12, 2026
He was born on November 3, 1948.
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Madeline Lyons
Mar 12, 2026
Madeline Lyons, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Lewis Center. Born on June 20, 1939, in Long Island, New York, Madeline lived a life filled with love and service.
Madeline was known for her dedication to both the Lord and her family. She cherished her husband, Joseph Lyons, with whom she shared...
Harold Lloyd Hawkins Jr
Mar 11, 2026
Harold Lloyd Hawkins Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man of unyielding dedication, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, in Grove City, Ohio. Born on January 2, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, Harold’s life was marked by hard work, loyalty, and a love that embraced those closest to him.
Harold was a proud veteran who served in the U.S....
Barbara Ellen Ross
Mar 11, 2026
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Friends may call at the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123 on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 12:00pm until time of memorial service at 2:00pm.
Leala "Lu Lu" Marie Barry
Mar 11, 2026
Leala "Lu Lu" M. Barry, age 62 of Columbus, Ohio passed away on March 11, 2026. Lu Lu was born on February 16, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Fred and Janet Barry.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Regina (Arthur) Wilhoite, and best friend, Darlene Gaines.
She is lovingly survived by her sister, Sharon...
Stephen Michael McCaffrey
Mar 11, 2026
Stephen Michael McCaffrey, 76, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on March 11, 2026 after an extended illness surrounded by his family.
Steve was born on December 31, 1949, in Maysville, Kentucky. He graduated from Hamilton High School and went on to serve his country in the United States Army, spending 12 months in Vietnam. After his service, Steve...
Mark Steven Hite Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
Mark Steven Hite Jr., age 47, passed away on March 10, 2026. He was born on April 27, 1978 in Columbus, Ohio to Mark Hite Sr. and Janice Chafins.
He is survived by his wife, Veronica Lees, son, Damian; mother, Janice, siblings, Jodi (Richard) Bensema, Allan Hite, Meshelle (Aaron) Cloud, Elizabeth Hite; cousin, Timmy (Keri) Hite; grandparents, Earl and Roberta Chafins;...
Brenda Sue Blanton
Mar 10, 2026
Brenda Sue Blanton, 69, was reunited in Heaven with her husband of 56 years, Glenn on March 10, 2026. She was a woman of immense heart and spirited energy. To know her was to know a woman who would give the shirt off her back to a stranger and her last dollar to a friend in need. She moved through...
Gene A. Briggs "Bud"
Mar 10, 2026
With passing at the age of 90, Gene (Bud) Briggs had a full, beautiful life.
His childhood years were spent with his beloved mother and 9 brothers and sisters. Then spending several years in the Army National Guard. Making the decision to leave the military to marry the love of his life, Mary Lou.
Married in 1958, they began to build their...
Carol Samples
Mar 9, 2026
Carol Samples, born on February 20, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, in Grove City, Ohio. She was a beacon of love and strength in the lives of her family and friends, cherished for her selflessness and dedication as a wife, mom, grandmother, and friend.
After an impressive 38-year career at DSW, Carol retired in 2024,...
David E. Hutchison
Mar 9, 2026
David E. Hutchison, lovingly known as "Hutch," passed away on March 9, 2026, in Powell, OH, at the age of 75. He was born on March 18, 1950, in Columbus, OH, to Robert and Betty Hutchison.
Hutch had a heart full of kindness and a spirit that brought laughter to those around him. He enjoyed traveling, helping others, and making people...
Debra June Waggoner
Mar 9, 2026
Debra June (Howell) Waggoner, 72, passed away March 9, 2026. She was preceded in death by parents, Norman Eugene and Naomi May (Clendenen) Howell; as well as siblings, David Howell, Diane Six, and Doug Howell. Debra is survived by husband, Clyde Michael Waggoner, whom she married on March 15th, 1969. Additionally, Debra leaves behind her children, Michael Wayne and Tammy...
James "Jim" W. Davis
Mar 9, 2026
James "Jim" W. Davis, born on June 10, 1946, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on March 9, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. He lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and love for his family. Jim was a graduate of Central High School and proudly served in the Army and Army Reserves from 1966 to 1994. A Vietnam Veteran...
Rhonda M. Kantor
Mar 9, 2026
Rhonda M. (Rust) Kantor was born on October 29, 1960, in Richmond, Indiana. She proudly served as a Deputy Sheriff in both Richmond, Kentucky, and Franklin County, Ohio. Rhonda's dedication to her work and her community was evident throughout her career.
A graduate of Richmond High School, Rhonda also pursued her passion for beauty as a licensed cosmetologist in Indiana. Her...
Albert W. Hines Sr.
Mar 8, 2026
Albert Willie Hines Sr., age 76 of Columbus, Ohio passed away on March 8, 2026. He was born December 4, 1949 in Greenboro, Alabama. The son of the late Earl and Willie (Benderson) Hines.
In addition to his parents, Albert was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Janet Hines; children, Albert Hines Jr. and Shalita Hines; and 2...
Janet Sue McLain
Mar 8, 2026
Janet McLain, a devoted wife, loving mother, and steady source of warmth and strength, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Her life was defined by kindness, quiet resilience, and a deep commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.
Janet approached every role in her life with grace — as a wife, she was a loyal partner and constant companion;...
Daniel Fahey
Mar 8, 2026
Daniel Fahey, 93, passed away on March 8, 2026.
He was born on March 7, 1933.
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Dorothy Damschroder
Mar 8, 2026
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Arrangements under the direction of the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST CHAPEL, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123.
Loretta Sue Adkins
Mar 7, 2026
Loretta Sue Adkins, born on March 18, 1943, peacefully passed away on March 7, 2026. A dedicated Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Loretta spent the majority of her career at St. Anthony's Hospital, where she provided compassionate care to countless patients.
She was an accomplished graduate of Columbus State, earning her Bachelor's degree, and she later went...
Sherri C. Rhoades
Mar 7, 2026
Sherri Rhoades, March 18, 1944- March 7, 2026.
Proceeded in death by husband Robert (Bob) Rhoades, parents Donald and Ordeltia Bolen, sons Tim and Todd Rhoades, sisters Lou (Burl) Debolt, Elaine (Bob) Howard, Rheta (Ray) Colvin, Judy (Frank) Hamilton, Margie Stanley, brother James Bolen, grandson Teddy Clemens.
Survived by daughters Cyndi Cuccio, Tina Reese, Son Frank (Nikki) Bright, daughter-in-law Tammy (Deb) Lantrip,...
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