Obituaries

Sally Jean Blubaugh

Sally Jean Blubaugh

Mar 1, 2025

Sally Jean Blubaugh, age 78, a beloved figure of Johnstown, Ohio, was welcomed into heaven on March 1st, 2025. She was known for her kindness, charity, profound love for her Lord, and her family and friends.

Sally began her adult life as a Sister in the Order of the Trinitarians. She then taught elementary school at Mother of Divine Grace Church...

Shawn M. Chapman

Shawn M. Chapman

Mar 1, 2025

Shawn M. Chapman, 61, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, March 1st. Shawn was born on February 1, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio, to Anita Chapman and the late Harold Chapman.A beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, Shawn will be remembered for his passion for the outdoors, love for his family and friends, and unwavering support of the Ohio...

James "Jim" G. Cianflona

James "Jim" G. Cianflona

Mar 1, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James G. Cianflona (Jim), age 64, of Delaware, Ohio, after a 4- year cancer battle. 

Jim was born, January 27, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, grew up in Ashland, and resided in Delaware most his adult life. He was a graduate of Ashland High School and then had a career as...

Robert Willard Erickson

Robert Willard Erickson

Feb 28, 2025

With profound sorrow we announce the passing of Robert Willard Erickson, 89, on February 28, 2025 in New Albany, Ohio. Born on May 19, 1935, in Everett, Washington, Robert was the son of Olive Erickson (née Eddy) and Hjalmer Carl Erickson. He was predeceased by his parents as well as his brother Donald Eddy Erickson, Don’s wife, Joyce (née Sundberg)...

Michael "Mike" James Vogley

Michael "Mike" James Vogley

Feb 28, 2025

Michael (Mike) James Vogley of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 28 th, at 5:01 PM. He was 83 years old.

Mike Vogley was born in Canton, Ohio on June 19, 1941, to Ervin and Bernadette Vogley. He is survived by his beloved spouse of 28 years, Kathy Vogley; daughters Melissa Vogley (Jon Sherman) Stefanie Hauck (Matt...

Robert Lawrence Wood

Robert Lawrence Wood

Feb 28, 2025

Robert Lawrence Wood passed away on February 28, 2025 surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Nancy Wood, brother Jim and sister Mayvin Wood.

He is survived by his daughter Lauren (Curtis) Eigensee, grandchildren Mackenzie, Patton, and Layla and great grandson Teddy. Sister Nancy (Ralph) Rhodes, brother, John Wood; nephews Ralph Jr.(Anne), Rob, nieces Nancy,...

Deana Lynn

Deana Lynn

Feb 28, 2025

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 10am-12 Noon at the Newcomer Grove City Chapel - 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123. 

A funeral service will immediately following the visitation. 

Jerome "Jerry" Charles Gedert

Jerome "Jerry" Charles Gedert

Feb 27, 2025

Jerome (Jerry) Charles Gedert, age 76 of Columbus, Ohio passed away as a result of complications from his long battle with Huntington’s Disease. Survived by his high school sweet heart and wife, Susan (Norris) Gedert; his younger sister, Mary Ann (McCoy), his three boys Christopher Charles, Matthew Charles (Tonya, Corey & Marcus), and Jeremy Troy (Kellie, Cassandra, Milo), as well...

Flora V. Crump

Flora V. Crump

Feb 27, 2025

Flora Virginia Crump, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on February 27, 2025 at the age of 88. She was born on January 16, 1937 in Blackfork, Ohio. After moving to Columbus, Ohio in 1956, she lived with her sister Lula Mae and was employed at White Cross Hospital (now Riverside Hospital). Shortly thereafter, she married the love...

Tereasa Gray

Tereasa Gray

Feb 27, 2025

Tereasa Gray, age 74 of Columbus, OH passed away on February 27, 2025. She was born on September 10, 1950 to the late George and Marie (Kvintus) Baer in Newark, OH. Tereasa is survived by her children Sammie Lombardi, Tammie (Harold) Thomas and AnnMarie Lombardi, grandchildren Alyson, Nicholas, Taylor, Grace, Haylee, Dallas, and Noah, great granddaughter Aylah, sisters Candy (Ralph)...

Verna Salyer

Verna Salyer

Feb 27, 2025

Verna Salyer, age 92, passed away on February 27, 2025. She was born on February 12, 1933 in Ophir, Kentucky to the late Ray Pennington and Beulah Jenkins. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ollie F. Salyer; twin boys, and son, Ollie E. Salyer. 

She is survived by her children, Lora (Doug) Johnson, Glenda "Sue" (Mike) Pfadt, and...

Kay F. Cotterman

Kay F. Cotterman

Feb 27, 2025

Kay F. Cotterman, born on December 8, 1944, in, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Throughout her life, Kay was known for her sassy and direct personality, coupled with a great sense of humor and an endearing charm that endeared her to many. She was a friendly soul who loved people and brightened the lives...

Harold "Pops" H. Kemper

Harold "Pops" H. Kemper

Feb 26, 2025

Harold "Pops" H. Kemper, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on February 26, 2025, at 4:20 pm. Born on April 18, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio, Pops lived a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

With a bear of a personality, he embraced all those around him with warmth and strength. Those...

Margaret Owens

Margaret Owens

Feb 26, 2025

Margaret Owens, 88, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

Margaret was born July 4, 1936 in Covington, Georgia to Zeddie and Odessa (Roseberry) Hendrix. She came to Columbus, Ohio in 1952 and graduated from Central High school. She then went to work for Marzetti’s restaurant in the baked goods department. She...

Sarah Lindsey

Sarah Lindsey

Feb 26, 2025

Sarah Lindsey, 47, passed away on February 26, 2025. She was born on August 6, 1977 in Columbus, OH.

She was preceded in death by her step-father, Roger Boyd, grandparents, Charles & Phyllis Zech and uncle Gary McDowell.

Surviving family includes daughter, Sadie May McConaha, step-son, Nicholas McConaha, mother, Paula Boyd, father, Rick Higginbotham, siblings, Leah Higginbotham, Adam Higginbotham, Rachel Otis, Jessica...

Timothy McFarland

Timothy McFarland

Feb 26, 2025

Timothy W. McFarland, 66, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2025. Born on July 16, 1958, he was the cherished son of Bob and Betty Lewis. A 1976 graduate of West High School, Tim explored various career paths before finding his true calling as an entrepreneur in snack food distribution.

Tim was a devoted husband to his beloved...

Charles W. Webb

Charles W. Webb

Feb 26, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Wayne Webb, 77, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. 

Born on June 24, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, Charlie was the son of Cecil William Webb and Sidney Hazel Webb (née Flannery). He grew up surrounded by a large and loving family, forming bonds that remained strong throughout his life. He was predeceased by his parents as...

George W Dunn Jr

George W Dunn Jr

Feb 26, 2025

George W. Dunn Jr., age 67 of Grove City, OH, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 26, 2025. He was born on August 8, 1957 to the late George W Dunn Sr and Maria Darlene Dunn in Columbus, OH. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Robert Dunn and son-in-law Derrick Dunham....

Ruby Jean Duty

Ruby Jean Duty

Feb 26, 2025

Ruby Jean Duty, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on February 6, 1938, in Delbarton, WV, Ruby was known for her warm spirit and her ability to connect with everyone around her. She was truly a friend to everybody.

Throughout her life, Ruby took immense pride in raising five...

Arthur James Lawson Sr.

Arthur James Lawson Sr.

Feb 25, 2025

Arthur (Bill) James Lawson, Sr., beloved son of the late John A. Lawson and Lucille Mitchner Britt, was born on May 8, 1948, in Cuthbert, Georgia, and passed away on February 25, 2025, in Hamilton, Ohio, at the age of 76. 

Arthur was a proud graduate of Henderson High School, Class of 1966. Following his education, he served in the United...

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