Obituaries
Marcus J. Nicholson
Jan 7, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Marcus Nicholson, who left us on January 7, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born on December 19, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, where he proudly lived most of his life.
Born to Clarence and Elnora Nicholson, Marcus grew up in a loving family alongside his siblings Clarence...
Sheila Ann Riddick
Jan 7, 2025
Sheila Ann Riddick, 76, died on January 7, 2025 at Meadow Grove Transitional Care in Grove City, Ohio, where she was cared for by wonderful staff for three and a half years. Sheila is reunited with her dear friend from Meadow Grove, Anna, who passed away one year prior.
She was born to Raymond and Lera (Phillips) Lee on February 18,...
Paul Griesemer
Jan 6, 2025
Paul David Griesemer of Galloway, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2025 surrounded by his beloved family. Paul was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 17th 1953 to the late Lawrence Brooke Griesemer and Amma Jean Reid. Paul was the second of four children. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1971. For many years, Paul lived and...
Susan E. Rensch
Jan 6, 2025
Susan E. Shaffer Rensch, daughter of Norman and Alma Shaffer, passed away on January 6, 2025. She is lovingly survived by husband Jack Rensch; son Peter Rensch, daughter-in-law Louise Godby-Rensch, and two loving granddaughters Amaia Rensch and Marissa Rensch; brother and sister-in-law George and Jackie Shaffer; and sons Matt, Todd, Nick, and their families; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dick and Pat...
Lois Marie Criss
Jan 6, 2025
Lois Marie Criss was born Nov. 9, 1929 to Ray and Ethel (Brothers) Gill in Akron, Ohio. She loved playing in the orchestra in high school and college. In 1948, while attending the University of Akron, she met and married Everett Robert Criss. The couple had three sons, William, Robert and Karl.
The family moved to many states due to Everett’s...
Marlene A. Smith
Jan 6, 2025
Marlene Agnes Smith, age 86, passed away peacefully at home January 6, 2025.
She is survived by her loving husband, Danny F. Smith, Son, Mark A. Hale, Brothers, Forrest LeeRoy (Brenda) Morlan, Terry (Kathy) Morlan many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and cherished friends and neighbors.
Marlene is preceded in death by parents, Forrest M. and Louise A. Morlan, siblings,...
Shanti Kashyap
Jan 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of MomMom was a beacon of love, joy, forgiveness, and unwavering devotion. She was not just a mother but also a cherished Grandma and Great-Grandma, deeply loved by all.She lives on in the hearts of her 4 sons, 2 daughters, 1 son in law, 4 daughters in law, 14 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.Mom dedicated her life to...
Melissa Perkins
Jan 5, 2025
Melissa Perkins, age 47, of Powell, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 to be with Our Lord and Savior.
Raised by her loving parents, Jim and Jane Jolly, Melissa was a devoted daughter, a beloved sister to Lauren, and a compassionate friend to many. Above all, she was a loving and proud mother to her two sons, Aidan (16)...
Kinsley Sara Green
Jan 5, 2025
Kinsley Sara Green, Age 3, passed away on January 5th, 2025 at Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH. Kinsley was born on August 4th, 2021 to Mother, Alexus Sara Green . Kinsley survived by her mother, brothers, grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kinsley was loved by everyone who got the honor of knowing her, and will be greatly missed....
Nghiem V. Tran
Jan 5, 2025
Nghiem V. Tran, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025 at Riverside Hospital surrounded in love by his family.
Born on October 31, 1957, in Thoi Vinh, Vietnam, to Riem and Sen Tran, Nghiem lived a remarkable life devoted to his family, community, and the pursuit of the American Dream. In 1975, at the age of 18, Nghiem...
Eva Diane Barnett
Jan 5, 2025
Eva Diane Barnett, affectionately known as "Grandma Di," left this world on January 5, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on December 27, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, Eva devoted her life to her family and community, making a profound impact on everyone she met.
Her career led her through various beloved positions, including her time with Big Bear and Hearts...
Douglas E. Mooney
Jan 5, 2025
Douglas E. Mooney, 47, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Douglas was born December 22, 1977, in Fremont, Ohio to Donald K. and Gloria J. (Nay) Mooney.
He enjoyed gathering with friends and playing Warhammer Fantasy. Over the years he had acquired many armies and played in many tournaments that were local and in other...
Effie Mae Tuller
Jan 5, 2025
Effie Mae Tuller, 77, passed away on January 5, 2025. She was born on July 15, 1947 in Monticello, KY.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Tuller Sr., parents, Claude and Pearl Upchurch, siblings, Donald Ray Upchurch, Lythie Ann Upchurch, Elmer Glenn Upchurch, Homer Upchurch, Samuel Upchurch, Joe Upchurch, Jerry Upchurch, Susan K. Colwell.
Surviving family includes children,...
Lee Ellen Thomas
Jan 4, 2025
Lee Ellen Scott Thomas was born to the late Henry and Elza Scott on January 17, 1935 in Holly Grove, Arkansas. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with St. Paul A.M.E. Church. She attended Holly Grove Vocational School. She moved to Columbus, Ohio at the age of 17 to live with Aunt Elva Artis....
Brian Nelson Miller
Jan 4, 2025
Brian Nelson Miller, 68, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 4th 2025 after a short illness. Brian was born December 15th 1956 in Elmira New York. He was the cherished husband of Vicki Lee Cline Miller for 44 years, having been married on July 4th 1980. He was a devoted Father to daughters Anna Miller (Joshua Holcomb) and Gwyndolyn...
Brandon Christopher Blaha
Jan 3, 2025
Brandon Christopher Blaha died on January 3, 2025, at Riverside Hospital. He was 29 years old.
Brandon was born on January 24, 1995, to Deborah Goodwin Blaha and Kenneth Blaha Jr.
Brandon was raised Lutheran. He was a very smart, well-like student. Brandon is in two books in the Library of Congress.
Brandon was a big sports fan. He graduated from Ohio University...
Douglas M. Swisher
Jan 3, 2025
Douglas M. Swisher, 79, of Westerville, OH passed away January 3, 2025.
Douglas was born April 19, 1945 in Chicago, IL to Douglas and Sarah (Prickett) Swisher.
He proudly served in the United States Army for several years. Douglas graduated from Ohio State University. He greatly enjoyed collecting coins, stamps and postcards. Douglas was an accomplished writer with several poems published. He...
Shannon Leigh Harrison
Jan 3, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Shannon Leigh Harrison (February 28, 1986-January 3, 2025), a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who left this world too soon. Shannon’s mother and father were with her when she passed. Born in Columbus Ohio, Shannon attended Westland, & Central Crossing High Schools.
Shannon had a vibrant spirit and love of...
Camille Hockenberry
Jan 3, 2025
Camille Ursula Abigail Hockenberry 2/18/50 to 1/3/25 daughter of Clement & Grace Hazell, was born in Georgetown, Guyana where her journey began before moving to the United States to build a life of love, resilience and commitment to her family.
Amazing mother, of 4 boys Rhaoul Carter 3/23/77 - 8/8/16, Carlos Andre Carter, Ibraheem ElGallad and Noor ElGallad who will carry...
Charlie Lindner
Jan 2, 2025
Charles Edward "Charlie" Lindner, 74, of Columbus, OH. He was born on February 2, 1950 in Columbus, OH. He attended Brookhaven High School.
Charlie had such a great heart always willing to help anyone in need. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was assigned to special unit Black Horse Cavalry during his time...
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