Obituaries
Darlene Ray
Feb 18, 2025
Darlene Marie Ray, age 80, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on February 18, 2025. Darlene was born on October 19, 1944 in Worthington, Ohio to the late Roy Bellamy and the surviving Dorothy Bellamy.
Along with her father, she is preceded in death by her life partner, Bob Foley.
She is lovingly survived by her mother, her children, Debbie (Rocky) Cline, Daryl...
Samuel "Sammy" V. Langhans
Feb 17, 2025
Samuel "Sammy" V. Langhans, born on March 22, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2025. He was a dedicated body technician known for his exceptional skills and affectionately nicknamed "Slammin Sammy." Over the course of 30 years, Sammy worked on and off at 3 C Body Shop and successfully managed an in-home side business that showcased...
Michael "Mike" Andrew Troute
Feb 17, 2025
Michael Andrew Troute was born October 28,1966 in Dallas, Texas, and died February 17, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Charlotte Troute. He is survived by his sister, Rebecca (Jay) Crook of Searcy, Arkansas; nieces Sierra (Mark) Kellermeyer of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Cheyenne Crook of Searcy, Arkansas, and nephew Gray Crook of...
Unnikrishnan "Maash" Nair
Feb 17, 2025
With heavy and bittersweet hearts, we announce the passing of Unnikrishnan “Maash” Nair, a beloved husband, father, brother, and pillar of our community. He peacefully departed this world on 17th February 2025, at the age of 63, surrounded by friends and family. Born on 4th March 1961, Unni’s life was a celebration of generosity, integrity, and devotion.
His love and legacy...
Elizabeth A. King
Feb 17, 2025
Elizabeth A. King, age 61, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on February 17, 2025 surrounded by her family. Elizabeth was born on June 26, 1963 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Marion and Ellen Knopp.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Kristina Ann King, and her sister, Mary Freeman.
She is lovingly survived by her husband...
Michael Reed Sr.
Feb 16, 2025
Michael “Mike” Linden Reed, aged 81 of Columbus, Ohio, died February 16, 2025 of complications from COPD.
Mike was a Navy veteran who served on a destroyer during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Once back on land, he said he’d seen enough of the ocean for a lifetime and never went back. Instead, he married the love of his life and settled...
Robert M. Bready
Feb 16, 2025
Robert M. Bready, affectionately known as "Bready," was born on October 10, 1966, in Columbus, OH. He passed away on February 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth.
A beloved figure in his community, Bready worked at Phillip's Coney Island, a favorite place where he formed meaningful connections with coworkers and patrons alike. He had a kind heart,...
Billy G. Ramey Jr.
Feb 16, 2025
Billy G. Ramey Jr. was born on January 28, 1953, in Williamson, West Virginia. He passed away on February 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and family.
Billy dedicated 25 years of his life to COTA before retiring. He was known for his skills as a Master Welder and often described himself as a "Jack of all...
Carolyn Kay Blackburn
Feb 16, 2025
Carolyn Kay Blackburn, 85, of Columbus, OH, passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1939 in Portsmouth, OH.
Kay grew up in Minford Ohio and graduated from Minford High School in 1957. She attended The Capital School of Beauty Culture in Columbus, OH graduating in 1958. She enjoyed a career as a beautician until becoming a...
John W. Cherup III
Feb 16, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Cherup on February 16, 2025, at the age of 70.
John was a loving husband to Michele, a proud father to Brandon and Tyler (& Thein), and a cherished grandfather to Aerial and Kipp. He is survived by his mother, Marilyn; sister Vicki and Mike Hicks; brother Ricky and his wife Debroah;...
Carmen Soto
Feb 16, 2025
Carmen Soto, age 98, passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born on February 15, 1927 to the late Petrona Coto Robles and Jose Robles Arroyo. She is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, David Melendez Baez; second husband, Juan Soto Velez; and child, David Melendez Robles. She is survived by her daughter, Carmen M. Melendez...
Kathryn L LePage
Feb 16, 2025
Kathryn L. LePage, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Thomas LePage; her parents, William and Alice Callaghan; and her brothers, John and Michael Callaghan.
Kathryn is survived by her four loving children, Kim (Devon), Katie (Doug), Edward, and Keri (Kyle); her cherished...
Rosalie "Rose" McCoy
Feb 16, 2025
Rosalie Ann (Smith) McCoy, born July 6, 1939, passed away peacefully at home with her family on Sunday, February 16th, 2025. Rose was born and raised in the Short North, Columbus, Ohio. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Smith. She graduated from Central High School, Class of 1957, and retired from real estate in 2008.
Besides her parents, Rose is...
Carolyn J. Perkins
Feb 16, 2025
Carolyn Joyce Perkins July 17, 1957 to February 16, 2025
The world got a little darker when Carolyn Joyce Perkins, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, closed her big beautiful brown eyes for the last time at home after a brief and courageous battle with cancer on February 16, 2025.
She was born in Dayton, OH in 1957 to Janet and Neal Perkins, M.D....
Rev. Dr. Ronald B. Warren
Feb 16, 2025
Rev. Dr. Ronald Barry Warren, 80, resident of Grove City, Ohio, passed away on February 16th, 2025 from natural causes. Dr. Warren was born in Sandusky, Ohio on November 22, 1944. His parents were Evelyn Hirt and Kenneth Warren, with two brothers, Jimmy and Chester Warren, and one sister, Wilma Agosti. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of...
Pitsamai "Pen" Gambill
Feb 16, 2025
Pitsamai “Pen” Gambill, 78, of Columbus, passed away in the early morning of February 16, 2025. She was born in Bangkok, Thailand on May 10,1946. She married Roger Gambill on July 4, 1971, and he preceded her in passing in 1995.
Those left to cherish the memories of Pen and love filled food created by her masterful hands include, daughters, Ruth...
Donna Marie Gunn
Feb 16, 2025
Donna Marie Gunn, age 73, of Columbus, Ohio, went to be with the Lord in Heaven on February 16, 2025, in the comfort of her son's home. Born on January 22, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois, she was the cherished daughter of the late Clyde Witherspoon and Norma Pence.
Donna's life, though brightened by many joyful moments, also bore the weight of...
Adela Mekush
Feb 15, 2025
Adela Mekush, 85, of Dublin, passed away February 15, 2025. She was born in Puerto Rico on November 30, 1939 to the late Antonio and America (Arce) Negron. She married Joseph Mekush and he preceded her in death on January 14, 2019.
In addition to her parents and husband, Adela was preceded in death by her sisters, Emma Negron and America...
Anjali Spencer Zedek
Feb 15, 2025
Anjali, born on October 3, 1978, in Haryana, India, was a beacon of faith, love, and unwavering resilience. On February 15, 2025, at 6:15 a.m., she peacefully transitioned from this world at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, entering into the eternal embrace of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whom she loved with all her heart. Her departure...
Joan Elizabeth Shoults
Feb 15, 2025
Joan Elizabeth (Hoffman) Shoults, 67, of Delaware, OH, passed away February 15, 2025, at home. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
Joan was born on October 4, 1957, in Washington, DC, to Rosemary (Dougherty) Saghy and Richard Hoffman, both originally from Canton, OH. Joan grew up in Akron, OH, and graduated from Firestone...
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