Obituaries
Gayle Lee Bowling
Mar 7, 2019
Gayle Lee Bowling, 75, of Columbus, passed away March 7, 2019. Gayle was born October 4, 1943 to Herman and Evelyn (Dillon) Walker. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. Gayle will be deeply missed by her; children Christina Trowbridge and Michael (Jennifer) Christian; grandchildren Aiden and Alexis; sister Margaret Walker and sister-in-law Lois Walker along...
Richard L. Justus
Mar 7, 2019
Richard L. Justus, 79, passed away on March 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by son, Ron Justus. Survived by wife of 51 years, Becky. Richard accepted the Lord and gave his heart to him. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. Richard retired from National Graphics after 45 years of service, loved singing with...
Samuel K. Butcher
Mar 7, 2019
Samuel K. Butcher was born November 7, 1952 in Clay, West Virginia and left us on March 7, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Butcher of 44 years; son, Jason K. Butcher; and daughter, Tracy D. (Victor) Onwa. Preceded in death by his mother, Mary W. Butcher and father, Ronald K. Butcher, both of Medina. Sam grew up...
Geraldine Dixon
Mar 7, 2019
Geraldine Dixon, 85, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019 in Westerville, OH. Geraldine was born on May 11, 1933 in Barton, OH to the late Harvey E. and Wilhemina (Sheets) Griffiths.In addition to her parents, Geraldine is preceded in death by her husband, Richard E. Dixon; son, Richard K. "Kirk" Dixon; granddaughter, Melissa Frey; siblings, Geneva Davis, Everett C....
Thomas Lee Bunting
Mar 7, 2019
Beloved husband and father, Thomas Lee Bunting, age 92, passed away Thursday March 7, 2019. Thomas is predeceased by his parents: William and Thelma Bunting, siblings: Robert V. Bunting and Freda Gross. Thomas is survived by his wife of 64 years, Eunice Evelyn Bunting, children: Thomas W. Bunting, Cynthia (Dennis) Preston, Annalee (Lance) Wade, grandchildren: Nicholas J. Plotner and Vincent...
Edwin E. Mcclung
Mar 7, 2019
Edwin "Dan" McClung, 79, passed away on March 7, 2019. He was born on February 14, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Dixie Waite, step-son, Brian Sartin. Surviving family includes wife, Laura, children, Keith (April) McClung, Kelly (Barb) McClung, step-son, Michael Sartin, grandchildren, Scott (Katie) McClung, Courtney (John) Campbell, Trisha Romero, Ian McClung, step-grandson, Cody...
Linda Mahr
Mar 6, 2019
Linda Mahr, born July 5, 1947 and passed away March 6, 2019 at Doctors West. Linda was preceded in death by parents, Josephine and Faye E. Kisor. Linda had many friends, family, and loved ones who will miss her terribly. She is survived by longtime partner, Jim Mullins and cousins, Patrick Beany, Bonnie Frame, Ted Lewis and families. Linda was...
Raymond E. Maginn
Mar 6, 2019
Raymond E. Maginn (Ray), age 84, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2019, from complications related to Alzheimer's. The family will welcome friends at a memorial service that will be held Thursday, March 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1909 Reynoldsburg New Albany Road, Blacklick, Ohio 43004. Stan Davis will be officiating....
Mary Jane Kraft
Mar 5, 2019
Mary Jane "Patty" Kraft, age 80, passed away Tuesday March 5, 2019. Mary has finally found peace, rest and ever increasing fulfillment in God's presence. Although Alzheimer's may have afflicted her, she still loved Jesus! Hebrews 13:5 says, "I will never leave you nor forsake you!" And Jesus never did. He cradled Mary in His loving arms through out her...
Leon L. Wheeler
Mar 5, 2019
Leon Lee Wheeler departed this life on March 5, 2019, after surpassing his 80th birthday.Mr. Wheeler was born on March 1st, 1939, in Huntington, WV, to Early Lee Wheeler and Alice Eanes Wheeler, who both precede him in death. He was wed to Esther Mae Clements and then relocated to Springfield, MA, where they started their family. Ultimately, the Wheelers...
Patricia A. Strong
Mar 5, 2019
Patricia A. Strong, 66, passed away March 5, 2019. She was preceded in death by parents, William and Virginia Kilbourne; sisters, Kathie Heisley-McCulloch and Teri Fairbanks. Pat is survived by son, Kenneth Edwards; grandson, Liam Edwards; sisters, Tamera Franklin, Tracy (Andy) Hosfelt, Tess (Rob) Shirey, and Tina (Russell) Fraley; brothers, Keith Heisley, Kent (Marsha) Heisley, Michael Kilbourne, and Ken (Gail)...
Robert E. Dool
Mar 4, 2019
Robert E. Dool, age 53, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019. He was born on April 9, 1965 in Niles, MI.Rob was employed with AEP for over 30 years as a Financial Modeling Consultant, a member of First Presbyterian Church of Grove City, served as Troop Leader with BSA Troop 136 Grove City and was a member of Simon Kenton...
Rosella May Ridenour
Mar 4, 2019
Rosella May Ridenour, 86, passed away March 4, 2019. She was preceded in death by husband, Billy Joe Ridenour; parents, Lowell and Beatrice Groves; brother, James Groves. Rosella is survived by children, Marjorie (Ronald Corry) Malone, Deborah (Brian) Naegel, and Edward (Mellanie) Ridenour; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild on the way; sister, Eva (Greg) Harsh; brother, Arthur (the...
Marie Thelma Broyles
Mar 4, 2019
Marie Thelma Broyles, 91, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019 in Columbus, OH. Marie was born on June 7, 1927 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Henry and Grace (Roberts) Burger.In addition to her parents, Marie is preceded in death by her husband, William Broyles; sons, Alan, Alfred and Arnold Broyles; daughter, Anita .She is survived by her daughter-in-law,...
Paranthaman Somasundaram
Mar 4, 2019
Paranthaman "Paran" Somasundaram, 55, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019 in Columbus, OH. Paran was born on August 12, 1963 in Kuliyapitiya, Sri Lanka to the late Ramalingam and Logawathy Somasundaram.He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth 'Liza' Ebacuado; sons, Jeyshan Paranthaman and Nereshan E. Paranthaman; brother, Padmajith (Padman) Somasundaram; sisters, Yaso (Siva) Sivanesan and Sumithra Thayalan ;...
George E. Fitzgerald
Mar 3, 2019
George E. "Pa" Fitzgerald, age 85, passed away Sunday March 3, 2019. He is predeceased by his parents: Harrison and Bracie Fitzgerald. Siblings: Geneva Peterman, Deloris "Sissy" Peterman, Charles "Buddy" Fitzgerald, Harrison Fitzgerald Jr. and John Paul Fitzgerald. Pa is survived by his former wife and best friend, Joy siblings: Shirley "Lou" Reagan, James Fitzgerald, son, Ed Fitzgerald, step-children: Donna...
Robert Lee Cundiff
Mar 3, 2019
Robert L. Cundiff, age 84, passed peacefully March 3, 2019. He is preceded in death by beloved wife of 54 years, Bessie L.Cundiff and infant daughter, Rosebud. Retired Sign Painter and Veteran of the US Army. Survived by Dawn (John) Neymeyer, Robert (Tina) Cundiff, Beth (Bill) Mobley, Carl Cundiff, Chrissy Windon and best friend, Butch McCall; 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren....
Gail E. (Dodson) Hanby
Mar 3, 2019
Gail E. (Dodson) Hanby, age 86, passed away Sunday March 3, 2019. She is predeceased by her parents: Turney and Helen Frazier, sisters: Doris and Marilyn, step-sons: Bill and Gene, husband of 35 years, Walter Dodson, and second husband of 5 years, Richard Hanby. Gail is survived by her daughter, Dawn Dodson as well as many loving family members and...
Glenn Thomas Rickens
Mar 2, 2019
Glenn Thomas "Tom" Rickens, 79, Dublin, passed away March 2, 2019 in Kobacker House Hospice in Columbus, Ohio. Tom was born July 19, 1939 to Glenn and Lloydell (Stuller) Rickens in Cresson, Pa. He proudly served in the United States Army from June 17, 1958 until June 3, 1961. When he was discharged he was a PFC. He was stationed...
Ross L. Tackett
Mar 2, 2019
Ross L. Tackett, age 54, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019. He was born on May 29, 1964 in Columbus, OH.He was the proud owner of "A Family Roofing," an avid Ohio State and Browns fan and enjoyed fishing. Ross loved spending time with his wife, family and grandchildren. Surviving family includes wife, Tonya Tackett; children, Rossy, Timmy, Dustin and...
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