Obituaries
Michael F. Rayo Sr.
Nov 13, 2018
Michael F. Rayo, Sr., died on Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 at his home in Hilliard, Ohio. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 29th, 1955, and was the second of six children. After a 20-year hiatus, he returned to The Ohio State University and completed his B.A. in Psychology. Among his many professions, he built and owned Zuppa Downtown,...
Bernadine Mccorkle
Nov 13, 2018
R. Bernadine McCorkle, age 88, passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2018. She is predeceased by her loving husband of 60 years Bob McCorkle and parents: Vernon Bristley and Alice Ray. Bernadine is survived by her children: Lynn (Steve) Lilly, Brenda (Paul) Nixon and Rob (Cindy) McCorkle, grandchildren: Ryan (Amanda) Lilly, Lynsey (Harvey) Swartzentruber, Laura (Nathan) Kochheiser, R. Wesley (Jordan) McCorkle...
Elaine Turner
Nov 12, 2018
Elaine Ruth Turner, Sunrise August 27, 1937. Sunset November 12, 2018, on Angel wings she went to heaven. Beloved sister of Lois Burge and Oscar Walker. Mother of Lawrence Turner Jr., Lori Benton and Tracy Turner. A warm and loving grandmother to Candace, Ashleigh, Fairrin and Tracy Young, Lawrence Turner III, Ron, Ken, Veda, Margurita, Shandez, Remarion, Calesha, Erik, Jalelle,...
Marjorie Ann Williamson
Nov 12, 2018
Marjorie Williamson, 79, of Columbus, passed away November 12, 2018. Marjorie was born January 25, 1939 to George and Dida Williams. She played the piano, liked to play cards, loved to dance. Her favorite songs were Superwoman by Aretha Franklin and Automobile by Easy E. She was married to Kenneth A. Williamson SR. for over 20 years. Marjorie will be...
Connie M. Tufts
Nov 12, 2018
Connie Tufts, age 75, of Columbus, passed away Monday, November 12, 2018. She was born on October 15, 1943 in Lockbourne, OH. She was married to Daniel Conrad Tufts on October 13, 1962. Connie graduated from Hamilton Township High School in 1961 and was then employed at Seagrave Fire Apparatus from 1962 - 1966. After starting their family, she was...
Dorothy A. Gaus
Nov 11, 2018
Dorothy A. Gaus (Lincicome), 81, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Dorothy was born on June 8, 1937. She is preceded in death by death by her husband of 52 years, Dan; mother, Genevive and brother, Glenn.Dorothy was a loving mother to MIke Gaus and MelAnne Brown; grandmother to Katie (Marcus) Seas, Morgan (Marissa) Fagnani and...
Mary L. Nelson
Nov 10, 2018
Mary L. Nelson, 88, of Sunbury, went home on November 10, 2018. Mary was born June 29, 1930 to Ed and Francis (Brock) Reed. She was an avid bingo player, loved baking banana nut bread and giving her time to help others. She was married to Norman L. Nelson for 43 years. Mary will be deeply missed by her; children...
Sharon L. Bolin
Nov 10, 2018
Sharon L. Bolin, 76, of Columbus, passed away November 10, 2018. Sharon was born October 6, 1942 to Harold and Irene (Nicholas) Kaiser. She was married to Charles Bolin for 59 years. Sharon will be deeply missed by her husband; children John (Kathy), Debbie Favret, Jany (Kurt) Carpenter, Deanna (Ken) Callahan; 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews...
Vera M. Tharp
Nov 10, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Vera M. Tharp (Petrasio) announces her passing, Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the age of 95. Widow of Robert E. Tharp and Henry A. Johnson. Vera was one of 8 brothers and sisters. Rosie Roese. Deceased: Dorothy, Mary, Louie, Yank, Joe, and Charley. Vera will be lovingly remembered by her family...
Ronald E. Hord Sr.
Nov 10, 2018
Ronald E. Hord Sr., 86, passed away in his sleep on Saturday, November 10, 2018. He was born February 5, 1932 in Columbus, son of the late Mary Louise and Robert Hord. Ron graduated from St. Charles Preparatory School and then went to Notre Dame but graduated from The Ohio State University. He served in the Air Force during the...
April J. Seymore
Nov 9, 2018
April J. Seymore, 45, passed away Nov. 9, 2018. She was preceded in death by grandfather, Russell Seymore and father, Dale Seymore. April is survived by mother, Theresa Hunter; children, David Seymore, Tara Steinbrook, and CJ Steinbrook; grandchildren, DJ, Aiden, Payton, Paislee, Addyson, and Malia; brothers, Dale and Shaun Seymore; other family and friends. Visitation Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018 from...
Charles E. Smith Sr.
Nov 9, 2018
Charles E. Smith Sr., 84, of Columbus, passed away Friday, November 9, 2018 at his residence. He was born November 22, 1933 in Columbus, son of the late John E. and Nannie McClain Smith. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Jean Smith; grandson, James "JJ" Smith; brother, Albert Smith; son-in-law, James "Jamie"...
Patricia Louise Matyskella
Nov 8, 2018
Patricia Louise Matyskella passed away peacefully on Nov. 8, 2018 at age 90. She resided at Mother Angeline McCrory Manor for 7 years, until Alzheimer's disease finally took her life. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband John, in Feb. 2017, after 66 years of marriage.Known most of her life as Pat, she grew up in...
Viola Gifford
Nov 8, 2018
Viola Gifford, 87, passed away on November 8, 2018. She was born on April 25, 1931. Viola was a longtime member of the Southwest Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nathan B. and Grace Dean, daughter-in-law, Cindy Gifford, and brothers and sisters. Surviving family includes husband, Warren Sr., children, Warren Jr. (Elaine) Gifford, Mark...
Michael John Penyak Jr.
Nov 8, 2018
Michael John Penyak Jr., 78, passed away on November 8, 2018. He was born on September 13, 1940. He a veteran serving in the United States Marine Corps. Surviving family includes wife, Larice, children, Michael John (Tawnya) Penyak III, Darrell Ray (Jessica) Penyak, Kim Penyak, grandchildren, Mackayla, Brittney and Jonathan Penyak, Holley Snyder, Trenton Clanin. A memorial service will be...
Leonard Fritts, Jr.
Nov 7, 2018
Leonard "Lenny" Fritts, Jr., age 66, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018. He was born on June 12, 1952 in Columbus, OH. Lenny was known as the World's Fastest Roofer and a Grandpa who could fix anything.Surviving family includes lifelong partner, Kathi Moore; children, Lenny III, Amy (Rod) Trevino, Joey, Becky, Jeff and Nikki Moore; sisters, Mae and Sherry; brother,...
Kim Nguyen
Nov 7, 2018
Kim Nguyen, 61, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Kim was born on August 20, 1957 in Dong Hiep, Vietnam to the late Nghiem Nguyen and Thiem Nguyen.She is survived by her husband, Cuong V. Nguyen; children, Tien Thinh, Trang (Hong Dang) Nguyen, Thuy Hang, Duc Thang and mother, Thiem Thi Nguyen.Family will receive friends on...
Kathleen Duda
Nov 7, 2018
Kathleen E. Duda, age 86, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018. Born in Wellston, OH to William Sanford Shingler and Hazel Perry Shingler. Preceded in death by her husband, John, of 66 years; daughter, Christina; granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth. Kay is survived by children, Cindi (Dale) Turner, Miles (Sandy) Duda, Matthew Duda, Carolyn (Tony) Beck, Mark (Ann) Duda; 17 grandchildren; 26...
Loretta Browning
Nov 7, 2018
Loretta Browning, 93, of Columbus, passed away November 7, 2018. Loretta was born October 15, 1925 to George and Ethel (Mills) Weddington. She retired from AT&T. Loretta was known for her kindness and will be remembered by all for her love. Loretta will be deeply missed by her; son Rich (Sharon); 4 grandchildren; sisters Jacqui Townson, Lena Ott, Eleanor Chaffins....
Elmer E. Tatman
Nov 7, 2018
Elmer E. Tatman, age 84, passed away Wednesday November 7, 2018. Elmer is preceded in death by his parents: Howard "Everett" Tatman, Loie (Tisdale) Tatman, brothers: Delbert "Bud" Tatman, Melvin Tatman, Everett "Sonny" Tatman, Charles Tatman, sisters: Mary Pence, Virginia Crosby, son, Tim Tatman. Elmer is survived by loving wife of 63 years, Shelby Tatman, siblings: Ruth Ellen Bohn, Joretta...
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