Obituaries
Carl Willis Pugh
Oct 11, 2025
Carl Willis Pugh, affectionately known as "Pap," passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on July 20, 1945, Carl lived a life rich in love and community, marked by his warm personality and dedication to his family.
For over 20 years, Carl and his beloved wife, Carol, owned and operated their carryout called "Gaslite," where they...
Theodore "Ted" Geanis
Oct 11, 2025
Theodore (Ted) Geanis, a devoted family man and loving person passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on January 10, 1937, in Cambridge Massachusetts, Theodore spent many years working in the electronic industry and small electrical jobs for many years before a much-deserved retirement. When he wasn’t at work or spending time with his family,...
Christina "Tina" Fleming
Oct 11, 2025
Christina J. Fleming, 72, of Columbus Ohio, passed away on October 11, 2025, born December 15, 1952.
Tina is survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Joe Fleming, who was also her lifelong best friend. She is also survived by two children, Derek Fleming (Jo) and Cindy Fleming, sister Diane Niese, and seven grandchildren, Emily, Mackenzie, Ryan (Emily), Alyssa, Lily,...
Barbara Joan Kidd
Oct 11, 2025
Barbara Joan Kidd, affectionately known as "Barbie," passed away on October 11, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 29, 1947, in Kermit, WV, she was a loving soul characterized by her soft-spoken demeanor and protective nature towards her family. Barbie was a woman filled with faith, who adored her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Barb was a devoted...
Mitchell Edward Leppert
Oct 9, 2025
Mitchell Edward Leppert, affectionately known as Mitch, was born on August 26, 1955 in Ohio. He passed away on October 9, 2025 leaving a legacy of love and laughter behind.
Mitch was a proud Marine veteran, embodying the values of dedication and service. He was not only known for his military service but also for his vibrant personality. He was funny,...
Marvin T. Ruhlen
Oct 7, 2025
Marvin T. Ruhlen, age 88, of Grove City, passed away on October 7, 2025. Marvin was born on June 4, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Samuel and Maxine Ruhlen.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Carriemae Ruhlen.
He is lovingly survived by his children, Terry (Elaine) Ruhlen, Daniel (Carrie) Ruhlen, Ronald (Cheryl) Ruhlen, Karen...
Debra L. Collins
Oct 6, 2025
Debra L Collins February 13, 1954 to October 6, 2025, born in Huntington, West Virginia.
Debra is retired from the State Of Florida where she spent a large part of her life working in the health care industry. Debra returned to Grove City after retirement to help with the care of her aging mother. Debra is preceded in death by her...
Patricia Ann Hall
Oct 6, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia (Patty) Ann Hall, who left us on October 6, 2025. Born on June 9, 1954 in Utica, New York, Patty later made her home in Harrisburg, Ohio.
She is survived by son's Scott (Christina) Hall, Kevin (Shelly Brandenburg) Wallace. Three grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Jacob and Zakary. And two sisters, Elizabeth...
Valerie Yvonne Starkey
Oct 5, 2025
Valerie “Val” Starkey
Sunrise, November 7, 1955, sunset October 5, 2025.
Val was preceded in death by her beloved parents Colleen and Franklin Starkey and her brother, Eric Douglass Starkey. She is survived by her husband and lifelong partner, Dean Nader; her brother, Rodney Starkey (Annette); her niece, Erica Starkey; her nephew, Michael Starkey; and a wide circle of friends who were...
Roy Gene Vance
Oct 5, 2025
Roy Gene Vance, born on March 5, 1942, in Steeles, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. He lived a life full of hard work, humor, and pride in his accomplishments. Roy was a dedicated business owner alongside his brother Clint, establishing C and R Trailer Repair in 1976. Their commitment to their work and community was evident...
Debbie Lynn Grimm
Oct 5, 2025
Debbie Lynn Grimm, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on November 17, 1962, she dedicated over 25 years of her career to Great Clips, where her warm personality and humor left a lasting impression on her coworkers and clients.
Debbie was known for her strong and independent spirit, and...
Dewielene Hunnicutt
Oct 5, 2025
Dewielene Hunnicutt, 85, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Dewielene was born on May 9, 1940, in Louisa, Kentucky, to Dewey and Effie (Wright) Kitchen.
Dewielene is preceded in death by her parents and daughter, Debra Lynn Hunnicutt.
She is survived by her husband, L. Hassell Hunnicutt, son Lyman, two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
She was a member of...
Terry Baker
Oct 5, 2025
Terry Baker, age 72, passed away on October 5th, 2025. Terry was born in Columbus Ohio on April 10, 1953. He grew up in Columbus and Grove City, OH where he was a 1971 graduate of Grove City High School. In Grove City, he dated and then married his childhood sweetheart, the love of his life, Leslie, on June 1st,...
Mary Darlene Jones
Oct 5, 2025
Mary Darlene Jones, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on March 11, 1937, in Columbus, Mary lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and an unwavering love for her family and friends.
For 30 years, Mary dedicated herself to her career at Lancaster Sales, where she excelled in...
Victor Hugo Mena
Oct 4, 2025
Victor Hugo Mena, Age 33 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away October 4th, 2025.
Victor was born August 5th, 1992 in Santa Ana Metapan, El Salvador to Salvador and Patricia (Mendez) Mena. Victor was proceeded in the death by Grandma and Grandpa Vitelia Osorio and Sixto Antonio Mendez.
Victor loved being a free soul, loved being in company of friends and family. He...
Barry James Roberts
Oct 4, 2025
Barry James Roberts, 79, passed away on October 4th, 2025. Barry was born in Painesville, Ohio on April 16th, 1946. Preceded in death by parents Donald and Martha Roberts and brother, Rex Roberts and the love of his life, Joanne Towner Roberts. He is survived by his Sons Eric(Patricia) Roberts and Scott Roberts, Stepchildren – Becky (Gary) Everly, Chuck (Debbie)...
Darral Leslie Chapman
Oct 3, 2025
Darral Leslie Chapman, Age 65, of Pataskala, Ohio, was born on July 15th, 1960.
After a brief battle with cancer, he was called home to be with the Lord on October 3rd, 2025 at 3:05 am. Darral was met in heaven by his mother, Laura, sister June, daughter Chasidy and his Father-in-law Randy. Staying behind to celebrate his life is his...
Ann Denise Christy
Oct 3, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Ann Denise Christy, Ph. D., P.E., who died surrounded by friends and family at The James Cancer Center ICU on Friday, October 3, 2025.
Born January 27, 1962, to Gordon and Jacqueline Christy. Ann cherished her family and her teaching career. She was a brilliant, beloved professor and Associate Dean...
Kenneth L. Bircher
Oct 3, 2025
Kenneth L. Bircher, 65 passed away October 3, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Lee Jarvis, stepfather, Loneus (Evelyn) Jenkins; brother, Ernie. Ken is survived by daughters, Laura (Rich) Lewis and Christina (Oscar) Jones; grandchildren, Leanne, Abby, Chandler, Nathan, Oscar, and Isabelle ; great-grandchildren, Skylar, Jackson, and Jason; siblings, Jeff, Brenda, and Liz; step-siblings, Dave and...
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