Obituaries

Billy Joe Walters

Billy Joe Walters

Oct 18, 2025

Billy Joe Walters 93 of Grove City, Ohio passed away on October 18th, 2025. Born on September 15th, 1932, in Nats Creek, Kentucky, He was the son of Vint and Goldie Walters.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years Mary Ann Walters, daughter Jeanette Darleen Walters, and survived by sons Larry Walters (Suzan), Bob Walters (Angela). Billy...

Jeffrey L. Creamer

Jeffrey L. Creamer

Oct 18, 2025

Jeffrey Lynn Creamer, age 77, city of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on 10/18/25. Jeffrey was born 5/4/48 in Columbus to Howard & Betty (Morris) Creamer. Jeff loved life, first and foremost, family, with collecting "stuff " as a close second. Jeff is and will be deeply missed by his wife Kathleen of 41 years, sons James K., William H. &...

Melo Mendez Leon

Melo Mendez Leon

Oct 17, 2025

Melo Méndez León, falleció el pasado 17 de octubre de 2025 a los 51 años de edad. Melo nació el 8 de Julio, de 1974 en Jalisco, México de su difunto padre Magdaleno Méndez Ornelas y su madre María Dolores Méndez León. Junto con su padre es precedido en la muerte por su hijo Adrián Mendez. Será recordado con cariño...

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Lunsford

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Lunsford

Oct 17, 2025

Jennifer Lynn Lewis Lunsford, 38, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025 in Solon, Ohio. Jennifer was born on February 10, 1987 in Columbus, Ohio to Kenneth Lewis and Debra Wallace.

Jennifer is preceded in death by her daddy Kenny, her father William Wallace, and her grandparents, and numerous aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her daughter Aspyn Graham, mother, Debra...

Donna M. Spillman

Donna M. Spillman

Oct 17, 2025

Donna Mae Spillman, 82, passed peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 17, 2025. She leaves behind her five children Mary Cannon, Rick (Sandy) Spillman, Patti (Dan) Damron, Vicki (Ricky) Wright and Kelli Spillman; Ellen Garling, long time and beloved family friend; her twin sister Diann Breece and brother Chuck (Carol) McClary. Donna (affectionately known as Gigi to most) was...

Gail Horvath

Gail Horvath

Oct 17, 2025

Gail Horvath, born on November 11, 1950, in New York, passed away on October 17, 2025. She will be remembered for her ornery spirit, thoughtfulness, and stubborn determination. Gail was a very giving person, always ready to lend a hand or share her talents with others.

A lover of the arts, Gail found joy in crafting, knitting, painting, and cardmaking. Her...

Jim Schnaudt

Jim Schnaudt

Oct 16, 2025

Jim Schnaudt April 12, 1948 - October 16, 2025.

Jim Schnaudt, age 77, passed away on October 16, 2025, after a brief and courageous health battle. He will be missed by many.

He is survived by Susan, Jason (Gina), Stephanie (Brian) and grandchildren (Addison, Jake, Brittany, Maddie and Brendan), his brother Jeff (Donna), and many relatives and friends.

He graduated from Franklin University...

Mary Ann Riggle

Mary Ann Riggle

Oct 16, 2025

Mary Ann Riggle, 87, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. She was born on September 1, 1938, in Jackson, Ohio, and lived a life rooted in faith, family, and compassion.

Mary Ann was a kind and loving woman who found joy in helping others. She valued family, love, peace, faith, compassion, and humility—virtues she lived by...

Brenda Joyce Slaughter

Brenda Joyce Slaughter

Oct 16, 2025

Brenda Joyce Slaughter, 91, passed peacefully in her sleep, on Thursday October, 16, 2025. 

She was born November 11, 1933 in Winter Park, FL to Fanning and Allie Mae (Paul) Johnson. After marrying her husband Theotis Slaughter Sr. and raising her children, Brenda worked 33 years as a clerk for the United States post office until retirement. Affectionately and widely known...

Stephen Merrick Weed

Stephen Merrick Weed

Oct 16, 2025

Stephen Weed (Steve) 79, passed on October 16, 2025. 

He is survived by wife of 52 years, Mary Kay; Sons: Jeff (Chelsea) Hilliard, OH. Dan (Tiffany) Billerica, MA; Granddaughters: Josie Weed, Grace Collins, Natalie Weed. Also survived by Cousins, Sisters-in-law, and Brothers-in-law. 

Stephen was a manager at Washington Court House, and Circleville “Big Lots”. He was an avid reader, lover of history...

Teresa Helen Wilson

Teresa Helen Wilson

Oct 16, 2025

Teresa Helen Wilson, age 63, of Columbus, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on October 16, 2025. She was born on March 20, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio, to Lawrence and Louise (Freeman) Wilson.

Teresa’s life was defined by her deep faith, compassion, and love for others. She was a devoted mother and grandmother whose prayers and kindness touched...

Melissa Ann Craig

Melissa Ann Craig

Oct 16, 2025

Melissa Ann Craig, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, in Ashville, Ohio. Born on October 18, 1969, at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Ohio, Melissa was a bright light in the lives of many. Her warmth and love radiated from her, touching everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Throughout her life, Melissa dedicated...

Ruth K. Hummel

Ruth K. Hummel

Oct 16, 2025

Ruth K. Hummel, 95, passed away on October 16, 2025. She was born on June 16, 1930.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Hummel, parents, Harry and Ellen Sarver, brother, Wilbur "Bud" Sarver, sons, Mark Steven Kendrick, James Joseph Kendrick.

Surviving family includes son, Paul (Paige) Kendrick, grandchildren, Jennifer Ann (Eric) Kendrick, James Lee (Wendy) Kendrick, Tina Marie (Jenny)...

Jeanne A Spears

Jeanne A Spears

Oct 15, 2025

Jeanne A Spears, age 95 of Grove City, OH, passed away on October 15, 2025. She was born on September 4, 1930 to the late George and Freda (Bolin) Clendenen in Columbus, OH. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Homer Spears, sons Larry Spears and Scott Spears, grandchildren Alex Spears and Aubrey Bosstic, sisters Naomi...

Jason Brown

Jason Brown

Oct 14, 2025

Jason Fitzgerald Brown, age 60, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on October 14, 2025. Jason was born on November 20, 1964 in New York City, New York to the late William J.Brown and the surviving Ruby L. Brown.

Jason attended Columbus High School in the Bronx. After graduation, he pursued higher education at Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio. Upon returning to...

Geoffrey William Conrad

Geoffrey William Conrad

Oct 14, 2025

Geoffrey William Conrad, 72, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025.

Born on February 5, 1953, Geoffrey charted his own course in life, collecting stories and experiences along the way. He proudly served in the United States Navy.

Those who knew Geoff — or Conrad, as many knew him — remember his big personality, love of a good meal,...

Roy E. "Butch" Duty Jr.

Roy E. "Butch" Duty Jr.

Oct 13, 2025

Roy E. "Butch" Duty Jr, age 73 of Columbus, OH, passed away on October 13, 2025. He was born on August 16, 1952 to the late Roy Edward Duty Sr and Mary (Staten) Duty in Delbarton, WV. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by sister Carol Duty, and a brother Elmer Duty. Roy is survived by his...

Dorothy J Huffines

Dorothy J Huffines

Oct 13, 2025

Dorothy Jane Huffines, born on October 21, 1927, in Covington, Kentucky went home to be with Jesus on October 13, 2025. She passed peacefully at her home in Groveport, Ohio where her daughters, Judy and Lula, granddaughters, Melissa and Dawn, and great granddaughter, Rachel were blessed to care for her in her final days.

Dorothy spent her early years in Kings...

Joann Serafin

Joann Serafin

Oct 13, 2025

Joann Serafin, born on August 26, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, in Dublin, Ohio. She was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and greatunt who cherished the moments spent with her family.

Joann was the beloved daughter of Joseph and Anna Serafin, who have predeceased her. She was raised in a loving home that laid the...

Joseph Earl Davis Jr.

Joseph Earl Davis Jr.

Oct 12, 2025

Joseph Earl Davis Jr., known affectionately as Joe, was born on December 14, 1944, and passed away peacefully with family by his side on October 12, 2025. He lived a life full of devotion to his family, and his proud accomplishments include being a dedicated father, grandfather, and a veteran who served honorably in the Army during the Vietnam War...

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