Obituaries
Jeffrey Allen Torrence Jr.
Jun 4, 2022
On June 4, 2022 the world parted with a beautiful soul. Jeffrey "Jeff" Allen Torrence, Jr. passed away unexpectedly at the age of 32.Jeff was an extremely talented singer/songwriter who loved strumming his guitar any chance he got. You could often find him playing golf and frisbee golf with his friends and family.He was a natural athlete loving anything competitive.Winning...
Carol Sue Parsley, Simpkins-Perkins
Jun 4, 2022
Mrs. Carol Sue Parsley, Simpkins-Perkins, passed away peacefully at home on June 4, 2022. Carol is survived by two children, Mrs. Charlotte Simpkins Drake (Brian) and Mr. George Simpkins (Tina), their children Kathern (Richard) Hudson, Justin (Tera) Simpkins and Elizabeth Harrell. She is also survived by her sisters Mrs. Wanda Lee Parsley DeRosa (Michael) and Mrs. Nancy Tayler. Carol is...
David L King
Jun 3, 2022
David Lee King: known by those who loved him as Dave and those who rode with him as Bobo, aged 65, from Columbus, OH, passed away suddenly at Grant Medical Center on June 3rd, 2022. Dave was diagnosed with cancer and receiving radiation and chemotherapy. Unfortunately, complications from the cancer and treatment abruptly took him from us.Dave was born January...
Jerrold A. Roff
Jun 3, 2022
Jerrold Alan Roff, 61, Pastor of Firehouse Church, was promoted to glory on Friday, June 3, 2022 after a long hard fought battle with Leukemia. Jerry is survived by his wife of 40 years, Charlotte Roff; daughters, Jenna (John Eldred) and Jillian (Josh Vermilyea); grandchildren, Elijah, Emma, Jensen, Isaiah and Jaycee; parents, siblings, nieces and nephews.He was born and raised...
Charles R. Barrowman
Jun 3, 2022
Charles R. Barrowman, age 84, passed away on June 3, 2022. He was born on October 16, 1937 in Chauncey, Ohio to the late Leota and James Barrowman.Charles is survived by his wife of 61 years, Kathryn; children, Charles Jr. (Myra), Gary (Becky), Brian (Alicia), Debra (Bill) Hanes, Christine (Rod) Winget; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded by his...
Larry J. Gant
Jun 2, 2022
Larry Joe Gant, 69, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on June 2, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Pearl Gant; his brother, Emmett Gant and great-granddaughter Lauryn Moore (Kristina Gant). Larry is survived by his Children Larry B. Gant, Bryant J. (Johansa) Gant, La'Traya B. Gant and Larry Joe Gant Jr.; his 13 grandchildren and...
Helen L Christensen
Jun 2, 2022
Helen L. Christensen, 89, of Galena, Ohio passed from this life on Thursday, June 2, at New Albany Gardens and Care Center following a series of recent health issues. She was born on October 12, 1932 in a farmhouse near Atlanta, Ohio in Pickaway County to Robert and Gladys (née Rowland) Thacker.On June 20, 1953, she married William R. Christensen....
Edward Lee Finley
Jun 2, 2022
Edward Lee Finley, 91, passed away June 2, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and James Finley; son, Dean E. Finley. Edward is survived by his wife of 70 years, Marjorie Finley; children, Janet (Thomas) Ketteler, John (Robin) Finley and Douglas (Deborah) Finley; granddaughter, Laura Jacoby; great-granddaughters, Camilla, Adelaide, and Emerson. His career took him through...
James W. Farber
Jun 2, 2022
James W. Farber, age 91 passed away at his residence on June 2, 2022. He was born on October 14, 1930 to the late Ralph A. and Norma M. (Petty) Farber in Dayton, Ohio. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by wife of 71 years Ruth Ann Farber, sister Janice (Farber) Cooper-Oliver, father and mother-in-law George H....
James Douglas Gilkerson
Jun 2, 2022
James "Doug" Gilkerson, 79, passed away June 2, 2022. He was preceded in death by parents, Kenneth and Edna Gilkerson; sisters, Charlotte Bing and Joann Mounts; brothers, Tommy and Dallas Gilkerson. Doug is survived by wife Donna Gilkerson; sons, Val (Carol) Bogdanowitz, Danny D. Fisher, and Larry T. Fisher; 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Wilda (the late Cliff) Birt,...
Larry E. Wilson
Jun 2, 2022
Larry Eugene Wilson, 82, passed away June 2, 2022. He was preceded in death by parents, Jack and Mary Wilson; brother, Keith Wilson. Larry is survived by wife of 64 years, Carolyne; children, Larry Wilson Jr., Lisa (Steve) Armitage, Amy (Matt) Miller, and David Wilson; 14 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great granddaughters; other extended family and friends. Larry retired from...
Wanda L. Smith
Jun 2, 2022
Wanda L. Smith, 91, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2022. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, husband, sister, brother, grandson, and granddaughter. Wanda is survived by her children, Phil E. Smith, Brenda Smith, and Deb (Dennis) Kessler; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; as well as other extended family. Wanda was a homemaker and also worked...
Clinton E. Marcum
Jun 1, 2022
Clinton E. Marcum, age 62, of Grove City, passed away surrounded by his family on June 1, 2022. He was born on March 21, 1960, to Clarence and Arthena (Waller) Marcum.Clinton was a very loving husband, dad, and the world's best Papaw. He was truly a jack of all trades, whether something needed fixed or giving a helping hand. He...
Wardie Runkle
Jun 1, 2022
Wardie "Ward" Raymond Runkle, age 81 of Grove City, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. He was born on April 28, 1941 to the late Glenn and Ethel (Bosley) Runkle Sr, in Marion, Ohio.Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Patricia Mae (Miller) Runkle; brothers Dale and Glenn Runkle...
Patricia J. Cramer
Jun 1, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of are dear mother/grandmother Patricia J. Cramer of Columbus Ohio on June 1, 2022. Born February 23, 1932 to Perry and Isabella Roach. Married her husband the late William G. Cramer of North Tonawanda NY, on April 21, 1956.Patricia enjoyed playing tennis and hanging out in her pool. Patricia was...
John W. Bray
Jun 1, 2022
John W. Bray, 73, passed away June 1, 2022. He was preceded in death by parents, John H. and Wanda M. Bray; brother, David Lee Bray; and sister, Diania Lou Hollingsworth. John is survived by wife, Linda S. Bray; daughters, Maria, Dalena, and Carise Bray; grandchildren, Jessica Burch, Cameron Vance, Mason and Maddie Bray, and Miranda Essex; great-grandchildren, Rhyder, Kimber,...
Patricia Ann Billingsley
Jun 1, 2022
Patricia A. Billingsley (Trish), 74, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on May 12, 1948 in Stopover, Kentucky to George and Martha (Bowman) Barker.Patricia is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Billingsley, Sr.; son, Harold Billingsley, Jr.; daughter, LyDean Billingsley; granddaughter, Korie Billingsley; and brother, Thomas (Junior) Barker.Patricia is survived by her...
Clara Helen King
Jun 1, 2022
Clara Helen King passed away peacefully in her home on June 1st, 2022 with her family members by her side. She left this earth and went to be eternally with her Lord Jesus Christ and to receive all the infinite blessings and comforts promised by God our Father. Clara was born on October 19, 1931, to Clark and Tersie May...
Joshua Moyer
May 31, 2022
Joshua Moyer, age 39, passed tragically on May 31, 2022. He was born on August 15, 1982.Josh is survived by his wife of 14 years, Ashley; children, Neveah and Kaizen Moyer, Josiah and Dathan Ashburn; parents, Nina and Earl Lester; siblings, Danielle (Lee) Redfern and Joey Multunas; nieces and nephews; aunts and uncles; cousins and many close friends. The visitation...
Richard Joseph Poulin, Jr.
May 30, 2022
Richard "Joey" Joseph Poulin, Jr., age 55, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022. He is survived by his son, Dominic J. Poulin, step-daughter, Brittany M. (Kirkwood) Roebuck, parents, Richard J. and Marilyn (Blackwood) Poulin, Sr., Sister Lisa D. (Poulin) Dayo, and Niece and Nephew, Mia and Jack Dayo. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, July 9,...
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