Obituaries
James Richard Bengston
Nov 23, 2024
James Richard Bengston, 74, of Columbus, passed away on November 23, 2024. He was born September 4, 1950, to Richard John and Ruby (Heisey) Bengston.
Jim graduated from South high school in 1968
Jim loved Music. Mostly the Blues and rock and roll.
He was a friend to all. He never met a stranger. If you needed anything he was there.
He leaves behind...
Charley Horsley
Nov 23, 2024
Charley Horsley, age 79 of Grove City, Ohio, passed away from this life on November 22, 2024. Charley was born February 27, 1945 in Greenup County, Kentucky, son of the late Melvin and Callie (Rhoden) Horsley. Surviving are his four children Charley Jr and companion Heather of Springfield, OH, Jeffrey Allen of Grove City, Ohio, Jerry Lee and wife Melanie...
Keith E. Huddleston
Nov 22, 2024
Keith Edward Huddleston, a man who lived life with passion and curiosity, passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on May 8, 1952, to Carl and Gloria (Sparks) Huddleston, Keith grew up with a love for the outdoors, classic rock, a fascination for cars, and an adventurous spirit that led him to explore his...
William A Grimm III "Bill"
Nov 22, 2024
William (Bill) Arthur Grimm III a devoted father, husband, brother, uncle and kind friend passed away on 11/22/24 at the age of 74 after his brave battle with Colon Cancer.
Bill was diagnosed with Stage IV Colon Cancer on 2/6/2024. From the time of his diagnosis to the very end, he fought bravely and courageously and died with dignity as the...
Robert D. Riddle
Nov 22, 2024
Robert D. ‘Bob’ Riddle, age 78 passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024 at Springfield Masonic Community. Bob was born September 22, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio. Bob was a life-long woodworker, starting at the family business, HJ Upperman & Sons as a cabinetmaker and draftsman. Later Bob owned a successful woodwork repair/refinishing business working for major homebuilders all over central...
Kevin Patrick Sanders
Nov 22, 2024
Kevin Patrick Sanders, born on March 17, 1963, in Columbus, Ohio, departed this world peacefully on November 22, 2024, in the same loving city that cradled his beginnings. Kevin touched the lives of many, and his absence will be deeply felt by a host family and friends.
Kevin was proud to have retired from Vision and Vocation Services, dedicating much of...
Mike Frazier
Nov 21, 2024
Michael Ray Frazier, age 63, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 21, 2024 at his home. Mike was born on April 16, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Thomas and Kathryn Frazier.
He is lovingly survived by his children, Miranda Perales, Benjamin Frazier, Kathryn Frazier, and Michael Frazier, his brother, Rick (Jodi) Frazier, his niece Tyler (Cory) Powers, his...
Clarence "Clancy" Phillips III
Nov 20, 2024
Clarence Albert "Clancy" Phillips III, age 60, passed away on November 20, 2024 at home. Clancy was born on October 22, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Clarence Phillips Jr. and the surviving Sandra Phillips.
Left to cherish his memory, he is lovingly survived by his mom, Sandy, his sister, Carri, his dog, Sloop, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and...
Donna L. Kopp
Nov 20, 2024
Donna Lee (Wade) Kopp, 83, of Powell, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Sunrise Senior Living of Dublin (OH) after an extended illness.
Donna was born on July 21, 1941 to Kenneth and Mary (Hoovler) Wade in Cleveland, OH. A graduate of Willoughby High School, she attended The Ohio State University, where she earned her Bachelor of...
Dirk Edward Shepherd
Nov 20, 2024
Dirk Edward Shepherd – son, father, grandfather, brother, and friend has ridden his last motorcycle ride and left his cancer behind on the road.
Dirk was born on 7-16-1955 and died on 11-20-2024. He was among the 2nd graduating class of Westland High School in 1974. He was proud of his 45 years of employment with Ohio Bell/AT&T. Dirk loved riding...
Lynette Wehmeyer Hsia
Nov 20, 2024
Lynette Wehmeyer Hsia, age 83, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024. She was born in Fredericksburg, Texas to Nora and Marcus Wehmeyer. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1960. She briefly attended Our Lady of the Lake, but then transferred to and graduated from The University of Texas in 1965 with a Bachelor of...
Ronald A. Statczar
Nov 20, 2024
Ronald Alan Statczar, age 58, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 20, 2024. He was born on April 19, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio the surviving Ronald E. Statczar and the late Sharon L. Statczar.
Along with his mother, he is preceded in death by his infant brother, Mark, and his maternal grandparents, Bill and Helen Bartholomew.
Ronnie is lovingly survived by...
John Patrick Dorgan
Nov 19, 2024
John Patrick Dorgan, 71, of Columbus, passed away on November 19, 2024. He was born in Columbus on July 2, 1953 to the late Edward D. and Jacqueline (Hart) Dorgan.
Those left to cherish John’s memory include son, Michael P. Dorgan; step-daughter, Dawn Pulley; and the mother of Michael, Debbie Fronius; siblings, Kathleen Dorgan Stevens, James Dorgan, Mary Dorgan Iden; niece,...
Barbara Jean Lucas
Nov 19, 2024
Barbara Jean Lucas, age 77, of Galloway passed away on November 19, 2024. She was born on August 19, 1947 in Elyria, Ohio to the late Delbert and Wanda Harvitt.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James R. Lucas Jr, and her siblings, Sue, Margaret, and Melvin "Butch."
She is lovingly survived by her children, Robin...
Rebecca Ann Paull
Nov 19, 2024
Rebecca Ann Paull, a devoted wife, loving sister, cherished aunt, and compassionate friend, passed away on November 19, 2024, at the age of 47. Born on October 16, 1977, Rebecca's life was marked by her commitment to nurturing the minds and hearts of young children, exemplified through her 16-year tenure at St. Vincent Family Center. In her role as Program...
William "Bill" P. Dowd
Nov 18, 2024
William "Bill" Dowd, 82, passed away November 18, 2024. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 13, 1942 to Gerard and Pauline Dowd (O'Brien), whom he is preceded in death by. He was also preceded in death by his wife, MaryAnn (Bores) Dowd.
He is survived by, son, William Jr. (Colleen), and daughter, Beth. He was the beloved grandfather to...
Lillian Louise Jewell
Nov 18, 2024
Lillian L. Jewell, 96, of Canal Winchester, Ohio, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024.
Lillian was born February 2, 1928, to Fred and Florence (Mellinger) Tietz. She graduated from New Lyme High School in 1946 and worked in a factory post WWII where she met her future husband, Jack Jewell who told her “Stick with me and I’ll show you the...
Danny J. Six
Nov 18, 2024
Danny J. Six, 43, passed away November 18, 2024. He was preceded in death by grandmother, Florine Bowling and aunt, Terry Hysell. Danny is survived by mother, Cynthia Bowling; father, Ira Six; brothers, Ira Francis and Charles Shane Six; sister, Angel K. Six; nieces, Emilie, Destiny, Summer, and Elecia; nephews, James, Gabriel, and Tristin; grandfather, "Pa;" and numerous aunts, uncles,...
Charles Lyle Fahrion
Nov 18, 2024
Charles Lyle Fahrion, age 74, passed away on November 18, 2024. He was born on October 25, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Ross Charles Fahrion and Alice Kathleen (Fries) Fahrion. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Kent Fahrion. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Fahrion; son, Alex Ross Fahrion, and his wife,...
James "Jim" Goodwillie
Nov 16, 2024
James “Jim” Goodwillie, 74, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024.
Born on June 23, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, Jim spent his early years in the Motor City and graduated from Central Michigan University where he played football. Jim later moved to Columbus, Ohio, his home for the past 40 years.
Jim was a beloved partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend....
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