Mar 11, 2026

Lafella Louise Brewster, 81, of Columbus, born in Oceana, Virginia on June 22, 1944 to the late Sanford M. and Hattie (McDaniel) Fisher. She married General Brewster, and he preceded her in death.

Those left to cherish memories of Louise include daughter, Betty (preceded by Thomas) Love; sons, Royace (Marilyn) Meade and Garrett (Angela) Meade; numerous grandchildren; siblings, Donna, Tommy, Harold,...

Mar 11, 2026

Harold Lloyd Hawkins Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great 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...

Mar 11, 2026

Barbara Ellen Ross, age 62, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of those closest to her.

Barbara was born on September 7, 1963, in Columbus, Ohio. She was known for her resilience, quick wit, strong spirit, and fearless personality. She could be stubborn in the best way — the kind of stubborn that refuses to give...

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...

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...

Mar 10, 2026

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 Chaffins-Hite, siblings, Jodi (Richard) Bensema, Allan Hite, Meshelle (Aaron) Cloud, Elizabeth Hite; cousin, Timmy (Keri) Hite; grandparents, Earl and Roberta...

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...

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...

Mar 10, 2026

Son Thi Hong Huynh, 89, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Son was born on May 23rd, 1936.

Services are pending at this time; a completed obituary will be posted at a later date.

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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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 8, 2026

Robert “Bobby” L. Thompson Jr., age 58, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, at 8:41 a.m. at The James Cancer Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.Bobby was born on March 14, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio, to Robert Lee Thompson Sr. and Marlena Gay Boyles (Hallis). He grew up in Columbus and graduated from Marion-Franklin High...

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...

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;...

Mar 8, 2026

Daniel Fahey, 93, passed away on March 8, 2026.

He was born on March 7, 1933.

Complete obituary to be published once available.

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Mar 8, 2026

Dorothy Marshall Damschroder, born in 1938 in Greenwood, SC passed away on March 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving children. She and elder sister Peggy Marshall Payne grew up in the Carolinas before moving to Gibsonburg, OH in their teens. There she met Jim Damschroder, who would become her husband of 61 years.

After attending Ohio State University and serving four...