Obituaries
Carl Ray Pack
Aug 6, 2025
Carl “Ray” Pack, 71, of Washington Courthouse, passed away on August 6, 2025. He was born in Columbus on October 1, 1953 to the late George Jefferson and Georgia Mae (Griffith) Pack. He married Cathy Lynn Cartwright on 05/08/1972, and she survives.
Along with his loving wife of 53 years, Ray is survived by daughters, Amanda Kay Pack, Candie Rae Pack...
Linda V. Campanizzi
Aug 6, 2025
Linda V. Campanizzi, 75, of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio after a lengthy illness. She was born on March 16, 1950, in Wheeling, West Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles (Teddy) and Maria P. Campanizzi, of Flushing, Ohio and her sister-in-law, Jana Campanizzi of St....
Ronald Wayne Smith
Aug 5, 2025
In memory of Corporal Ronald Wayne Smith, born on August 16, 1960, in Greenville, Mississippi, and who departed from this world on August 5, 2025. With deep respect and admiration, we remember a man whose life was defined by his unwavering commitment to serving his country and to embodying the core values of the United States Marine Corps: Honor, Courage,...
Mike Bell
Aug 5, 2025
Michael "Mike" James Bell, age 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on August 5, 2025. Born on January 28, 1958, in Columbus, he was the cherished son of the late Charles and Mary Lou Bell.
Mike's journey through life was marked by the warmth of family and the unwavering support of friends. He is remembered fondly by his daughter, Shannon...
Diana Mary Dempsey
Aug 5, 2025
Diana Mary (Kaiser) Dempsey, Age 68, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away August 5, 2025 under Hospice Care in Columbus. Diana was born, August 2, 1957 at Virginia Gaye Hospital in Vinton, lowa. She was the daughter of Walter John Kaiser, Jr and Mary Ellen (Quackenbush) Kaiser.
She was preceded in death, by a brother, Daniel Paul Kaiser, her husband, Stephen Dempsey,...
Roy Allen Davis Sr.
Aug 5, 2025
Roy Allen Davis
January 23, 1943 August 5, 2025
Age 82
Roy Allen Davis, beloved husband to his late beloved wife Laura M. Davis, dad, grandfather, and great-grandfather, went to heaven on August 5, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born to Robert and Lida Davis in Columbus, OH.
Preceded in death by his wife Laura Davis, daughter Mindy, sister Wanda, brother...
Margaret Ann Cosgrove
Aug 5, 2025
Margaret Ann Cosgrove, 79, of Columbus, passed away on August 5, 2025. She was born on July 10, 1946 in Lima, Ohio to the late Floyd Ellsworth Hobson and Alma Ruth (Greenway) Hobson.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Ray Hobson.
Margaret is survived by her loving husband, Robert Cosgrove; children, Shelley Cosgrove, Scott Cosgrove, and Kris Cosgrove;...
Sharon Mae England
Aug 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sharon M. England
Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend
1943 – 2025
Sharon M. England, a woman whose kindness and warmth touched every life she encountered, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. She was 82.
Sharon was a true light in this world — generous, compassionate, and endlessly giving. The kind of person who would offer the shirt...
Diana M. Hovatter
Aug 4, 2025
Diana Marie Hovatter, (known by many as Lady Di), a child of God, passed away quietly on August 4th, 2025 at 84 years old. She was joyfully welcomed on the other side by her loved ones who went before her.
Born May 4th 1941 at home in Bristol, WV. She was the 9th child of Mildred (Ford) and Clyde Hovatter.
Her childhood...
Tawnya Harper
Aug 4, 2025
Tawnya Irene Harper, age 55, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2025. Tawnya was born on October 17, 1969 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Vicki Harper.
Along with her mom, she is preceded in death by her life partner, Pam Oswald.
She is lovingly survived by her grandmother, Norma Harper, children, Josh (Rachael) Harper and Caitie...
Anna Greer
Aug 3, 2025
Anna Mae Fairchild Walcutt Greer “Nana” was born in Marion, Ohio on January 25th, 1936 and passed on August 3rd, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio surrounded by family at 89 years old. Anna grew up with her brothers Richard, Gerald, Larry, her sister Janet, mother Mary (Thomas) and father Harlan Fairchild. She was honored as the first homecoming queen in the...
Charles Finley Lindsay II
Aug 3, 2025
Charles Finley Lindsay II, 64, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 in Columbus, OH. Charles was born on February 28, 1961 in Columbus, OH to Wyndolyn and Charles Lindsay I.
Charles is preceded in death by his father, Charles Lindsay I, sister Cheryl Lindsay.
He is survived by wife, Georgia Lindsay, mother, Wyndolyn Lindsay, son Sir Charles Lindsay III, step-children, Georjette,...
Molly Ann Smith-Thompson
Aug 3, 2025
Molly Ann Smith-Thompson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Orient, Ohio. Born on September 15, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, Molly led a life filled with love, service, and cherished memories.
Molly proudly dedicated 22 years of her life as a police officer for the Columbus Ohio Police Department. Known for her exemplary work...
Melanie Dawn Warthen (Hogue)
Aug 3, 2025
Melanie Dawn Warthen (Hogue), affectionately known as "Mel" and "Mawmaw" to her grandchildren, was a beacon of love and selflessness in the lives she touched. Born on March 11, 1954, in Newark, Ohio, Melanie's journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith, deep caring for others, and a remarkable ability to bring joy to those around her. She passed...
Dr. Sharda Karuturi Bobba
Aug 3, 2025
Dr. Sharda Karuturi Bobba, the fourth child in a large family of seven daughters and one son, was born to Sri Karuturi Ramamurty and Smt. Suryakanthamma in Kakinada, India. She received her MBBS from Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada, before coming to the U.S. in the early 1970s to pursue her medical profession. Sharda, who did her residency in Buffalo and...
Saundra Kay Lilly
Aug 3, 2025
Saundra Kay Lilly, age 83, passed away on August 3, 2025. She was born on January 20, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lawrence Haegele and Phyllis (Parsons). She is preceded in death by her parents; and husband, William Lilly. She is survived by her daughter, Terri (Brian) Ward; grandchildren, Todd Ward and Jenna Ward. She was retired from...
Joshua Behn
Aug 2, 2025
Joshua Behn passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2025. He was born on April 23, 1987. Josh grew up in Groveport, and was a graduate of Groveport Madison High School.
Those who knew Josh best would describe him as being a free spirit. Always the life of the party, he loved being surrounded by family and friends. He enjoyed spending his...
Joe "Big Dude" Moss
Aug 2, 2025
Joseph "Joe" Stephen Moss, aka "Joe Cool" or "Big Dude" age 70, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on August 2, 2025. Joe was born on August 23, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Elizabeth Moss.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Thomas Moss.
He is lovingly survived by his siblings, Mike (Barb) Moss,...
Jonathan A Dillen
Aug 2, 2025
Jonathan A Dillen, age 50 of Grove City, OH passed away on August 2, 2025. He was born on April 3, 1975 to William and Laura Dillen in Columbus, OH. Along with his father, he was preceded in death by sister Kellie Adams and niece Kailena Dillen, Along with his mother, Jonathan is survived by siblings Kimberly Dillen and William...
Phyllis Irene Scott
Aug 2, 2025
Phyllis (Hutchinson) Scott, age 89, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 2, 2025.Domestic goddess for 63 years. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.Surviving family includes; children, Michael (Kelly) Scott, Patrick Scott and Michelle Scott; granddaughter, Hadley.Preceded in death by parents, Leonard and Mary Hutchinson, husband, Edward R. Scott, and siblings, Francis, Charlie, and Desi.Graveside service will be held on Thursday,...
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