Obituaries
Ernest Charles Bircher
Oct 23, 2020
Ernest Charles Bircher, 56, passed away Oct. 23, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Pennington and brother, Carl Pennington, Jr. Ernest is survived by his wife, Patricia Bircher; mother, Virginia Jarvis; daughters, Michelle (Carlos) Zavaleta, Shannon Sankey, and Melinda McDaniel; 11 grandchildren; sisters, Elizabeth Stanley and Brenda (Chuck) Scott; brothers, Kenneth Bircher and Jeff (Maryann) Jarvis;...
Kathryn Mccoy
Oct 23, 2020
Kathryn McCoy, 83, of Dublin, passed away October 23, 2020. Kathryn was born January 19, 1937 to Leslie and Helen {Graggs} Burns. She was married to Donald McCoy. Kathryn will be deeply missed by her; daughter Sheri (Dustin) Ash, son-in-law Brian Shafer; grandchildren Randy (Tina) Ash, Danielle Ash, Rachael (Luke) Woodring; great-grandchildren Gavin and Landon Ash; sister Eileen Lewis, her...
Elmer L. Morris
Oct 23, 2020
Elmer L. Morris, 85, passed away on Oct. 23, 2020 due to Parkinson's Disease. Elmer was originally from Harrisonville, OH and retired from Timken Roller Bearing after 35 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Emily Morris; also wives from two happy marriages, Charlotte of 45 years, and Tempa Faye of 18 years. Elmer is survived...
Cynthia Anderson
Oct 23, 2020
Cynthia B. Anderson, 62, passed away on October 23, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born on September 22, 1958. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herschel and Sally Butler. Surviving family includes her wonderful husband, David, sister, Janice (John) Gearhart, brother, Todd O. Butler, children, Hunter Anderson, Kelsey (Tony) Chessey, grandson, Michael O. Chessey, many nieces...
Mildred V. Johnson
Oct 23, 2020
Mildred Virginia Johnson "Millie", age 97, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away on October 23, 2020. Millie was born on September 4, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Kathryn and Albert Johnson. She was a beloved resident at Columbus West Park.Preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Johnson; sister, Grayce Kelly; brother, Robert Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Judi and...
Peggy Jo Adams
Oct 22, 2020
Peggy Jo Adams, age 80 of Columbus, OH passed away at The Ohio State University on October 22, 2020. She was born on March 29, 1940 in Louisa, KY. Peggy is survived by son Arlie (Mary) Adams and step daughter Karen Wherry. She is preceded in death by husband Arlie Adams, Sr, and son James Adams. Friends may call at...
Vickie J. Ivan
Oct 22, 2020
Vickie J. Ivan, 65, of Circleville, Ohio, passed peacefully on October 22, 2020. She was born in Louisa, KY on May 21, 1955 to the late Enos and Hazel (Baldridge) Robertson. She was preceded in death by; brothers, Jim, Gilbert, and Richard.Surviving family includes loving husband of 27 years, Brett Ivan; children, Robert (Debby), Shawn (Melinda), Kelly (David); many grand...
Kevin A. Didonato
Oct 22, 2020
Kevin A. DiDonato, 71, of New Albany, Ohio, formally of Wooster, Ohio, passed away October 22, 2020.Kevin was born July 24, 1949, to the late Arthur and Lois (Thompson) DiDonato and married Sherrill (Crocker) DiDonato on June 19, 1971. He was a graduate of Claymont High School and received his Bachelors, Masters, and Specialist in Education from Bowling Green State...
Benjamin H Cope
Oct 21, 2020
Benjamin H. Cope, age 34, of Sunbury, OH, went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2020. He was born on February 24, 1986 to Craig and Sue (Steahly) Cope in Westerville, OH. Along with his loving parents, he is survived by siblings Julie (Jeff) Smallwood, Christopher (Lyndsie Macneer) Cope and Eric (Heather) Cope, nieces Caya and Shea Smallwood,...
Barbara Ann Duffey
Oct 20, 2020
Barbara Ann Duffey, age 82, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, October 20th, 2020 at Meadow Grove Transitional Care in Grove City, Ohio. She was born Barbara Ann Focht on August 10, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan to parents Leo and Emma. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Robert B. Duffey; an infant daughter, Laura L Duffey;...
Michael Joe Forsythe
Oct 20, 2020
Michael Joe Forsythe, 62, of Grove City, passed away October 20, 2020.Michael was born March 12, 1958 to James Forsythe and Wanda {Paul} Forsythe Underwood.He proudly served in the United States Army. Michael loved to sing, cook, was a comedian and more than anything, loved spending time with his family. He was married to Pamela (Sowards) for 5 years. Michael...
Julie Lynne Kay
Oct 20, 2020
Julie Lynne Kay, age 67 of Columbus, passed away on October 20, 2020 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was born on January 16, 1953 to the late Rodney and Geneva (Davis) Kay in Columbus, OH. Julie is survived by her loving sister Mary (Robert) Mayer, nieces Katie (Tony) Cirino, Emily (Ryan) Mayer and Laura (Joe) Mayer, great nieces and...
Paul M. Drum
Oct 19, 2020
Paul M. Drum, 32, of Galloway, passed away October 19, 2020. Paul was born November 6, 1987 to Paul and Thereasa. Pauley will be deeply missed by his; parents Paul and Thereasa; brothers Andy (Alyssa) and Jimmy; sisters Anna Marie (Jon) and Kristi (Antonio); nieces Olivia and Kennedy; nephew Gio along with many other family and friends. Private family service...
John M. Luther, Sr.
Oct 19, 2020
John M. (Jack) Luther, age 89 died Monday, October 19th 2020 due to health related complications. Served in France with the U.S. Army. Employed by NCR, Walkers, EZ Way Rent to Own. Self employed Elites Ice Cream and Hallmark Shop in 1976. Volunteered as VIP for Cowen Lake and Indian Lake campgrounds (1992 to 1997). Preceded in death by wife,...
Janice L. Shannon
Oct 19, 2020
Janice L. Shannon, 81, of Westerville, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on October 19, 2020. She was born in Williamson, West Virginia on June 1, 1939 to the late Crockett and Vina (Bentley) McNeely. She is preceded in death by brother, John Gent; sisters, Helen Lenard, Faye Millirones, Ruby Millirones, Sylvia Smith.Surviving family includes loving husband of...
Andrew E. Rhoades
Oct 18, 2020
Andrew Edward Rhoades, 48, of Upper Arlington, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on October 18, 2020. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 6, 1972 to William and Janet (Adams) Rhoades. He is preceded in death by his father, William E. Rhoades.Surviving family includes mother, Janet Rhoades; sister, Amy (Jeff) Whetzel; nieces and nephew, Lucie, Tommy, Sadie; various cousins, aunts,...
Kenneth Daniel Gullett Sr.
Oct 18, 2020
Kenneth Daniel Gullett Sr. (Danny), at age 60 passed away October 18th 2020. He was born December 20th 1959 in Columbus, Ohio.He is proceeded in death by his parents Vita Gullett and Kenny Gullett and his son Daniel Gullett Jr.He is survived by his brother Randy (Sue), and sister Susie (Buddy); his wife Tarry Gullett; children Cheryl, Mikey (Stacie) and...
Dale E. Eppley
Oct 18, 2020
Dale Eppley, age 77, passed away on October 18, 2020. He was born on October 24, 1942 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Margaret and Merle Eppley.Dale retired from the Columbus Board of Education, Kitchen Maintenance. He was also the owner of Epps Gas Refrigeration Service.Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 43 years, Jeanne; daughters, Rose...
Joyce Ann Gorslene
Oct 17, 2020
Joyce Gorslene, 68, of Grove City, passed away on October 17, 2020. She was born on June 28, 1952 to the late Kenneth and Elsie Jacqueline (Robinette) Rich. Joyce will be deeply miss by children Michelle, Johnny (Angie), Christina (Tahir) Gorslene, grandchildren Sierra, Juston, Stephanie, Selena, Cassie, Desiray, Mikeal, Kyle, Kiara, Tiara and Brianna, 9 great-grandchildren, siblings Vicki, Billy, Tammy,...
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