Obituaries
Robert Eugene Lehman
Jan 1, 2026
Robert Eugene Lehman, born on August 12, 1964, passed away on January 1, 2026. Throughout his life, Robert was known for his unwavering dedication as a mechanic, showcasing a remarkable work ethic and intelligence in automotive repair, despite being color-blind.
Robert's personality shone brightly; he was a jokester and kind-hearted, bringing joy to those around him. He enjoyed simple pleasures, starting...
Frank Albert McLoughlin
Jan 1, 2026
Frank, surrounded by his family, went to be with our Lord on January 1, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Grove City and attended Grove City High School. Frank learned to work on cars from his maternal grandfather. He often helped loved ones with car repairs. Frank was a painter by trade, using that skill to paint for family...
Donna J. Todd
Jan 1, 2026
Donna J. Todd, aged 82, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2026. She was born on August 26, 1943.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Noah and Hazel Fyffe; her husband, Lee R. Todd; her son, Chico L. Todd; her infant daughter, Tina Todd; and her brother, Bill Fyffe.
She is survived by her daughter, Kimmie (Richard) Bird; her sister,...
Jean Eileen Hedges
Jan 1, 2026
Jean Eileen Hedges, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on September 9, 1928, in Columbus, Ohio, Jean lived a life that truly embodied warmth and love. She graduated from West High School in 1946 and became a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church, demonstrating her...
Barbara Lynne Capuana
Dec 31, 2025
Barbara Lynne Capuana, a beacon of strength and compassion, left this world on December 31, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on March 23, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio, Barbara was a trailblazer, becoming one of the first female firefighter paramedics in Columbus. Her remarkable career began in Westerville in the mid-1980s, and she joined the Columbus fire service in...
Ruth J Wetzler
Dec 31, 2025
Ruth J. Wetzler, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on March 10, 1927, Ruth was a beacon of love and warmth, leaving a mark on all who had the privilege to know her.
Ruth devoted herself wholeheartedly to her family. She is survived by her daughter, Julie (Steve)...
John E. Haring
Dec 31, 2025
John E. Haring, age 65, of Powell, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. Born on January 11, 1960, in Youngstown, Ohio. John attended Youngstown State and later moved to the Columbus area, where he worked for Crown Eurocars and Equitable Mortgage. It is in Columbus he met the love of his life, Tracy...
Donald J. Parkison Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
Donald J. Parkison, Jr., 59, passed away December 31, 2025. He was preceded in death by parents, Donald J. (Wanda) Parkison, Sr. and Janice (Jack) Meyers. Don is survived by his loving Chihuahua, Bailey; daughters, Cassie and Christina (Daymon) Parkison; grandchildren, Kolton, Xzavier, Neveah, Davonte "Jr.," and Maize; bonus grandchildren; siblings, Sonja (Tom) O'Conner, Candy (Scott) Ingram; step siblings, Dave...
Gary Edwin Waldron
Dec 31, 2025
Gary Edwin WaldronAugust 24, 1947 – December 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Edwin Waldron, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Gary peacefully left this world on December 31, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born on August 24, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, to George Edwin Waldron and Charity Mae Waldron...
Matthew Derek Hall
Dec 30, 2025
Matthew Derek Hall passed away on December 30, 2025 at Saint Anns hospital. He was 46 years old.
He was born at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on July 14, 1979. He graduated from Westerville South High School in 1997. He attended ITT technical Institute and Franklin University where he received his B.S. degree. He worked as an I.T. manager for...
Odell "Phil" Gressett
Dec 30, 2025
Odell "Phil" Gressett, a beloved husband, stepfather, and friend, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025. Born on March 16, 1956, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Phil spent most of his younger years in Mississippi before creating a cherished life filled with love and purpose.
Phil is survived by his beloved wife Sheila, with whom he celebrated 34...
Shirley Ann Reed
Dec 29, 2025
Shirley Ann Reed, age 67, of Whitehall, Ohio passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Vernon and Eltis Leasure.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Forrest and Shirley Horn, grandmother, Tina "Tiny" Adams.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, James Reed,...
William "Bill" L. Graue
Dec 29, 2025
William Lawrence Graue, 76, died in his home surrounded by his loving family Dec. 29 at 1:42 p.m. in Galloway. He was born on Oct. 28, 1949, in Covington, Kentucky to the late William H. and Virginia (Hansel) Graue. His sisters Christina Lea Gaeth and Marjorie Burress also preceded him in death.
He graduated from Lexington Catholic High School in 1967....
Chad Mayhorn
Dec 27, 2025
Chad Anthony Mayhorn, 41, of Columbus, passed away on December 27, 2025. He was born in Columbus to Mary Mayhorn and John Glipsy.
He married Jo Mayhorn on January 5, 2005, and she survives.
Along with his parents and wife, those left to cherish Chads memories include his two sisters; Tonya Walker and Angela Glispy; his friends, Danny, Jason, Ben, Angi, Sandy,...
John "Jack" Dukes
Dec 27, 2025
John Robert Dukes, “Jack” age 95, died peacefully in Dublin, Ohio, on Saturday, December 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
As an inquisitive young man, Jack’s interests included building and flying model airplanes, developing a commercial photography business, and tinkering with chemistry and electronics. Bowling Green State University introduced him to ROTC. In 1954, Jack earned a Liberal Arts degree...
Edward Blair Bokar
Dec 27, 2025
Edward Blair Bokar, age 54, passed away on December 27, 2025, at The Ohio State University Ross Heart Hospital, surrounded by those he cherished most.
For 27 years, Ed shared a devoted marriage with his wife, Valerie Wendel-Bokar. Their love was steady, genuine, and rooted in partnership. Above all else, Ed was a proud and deeply dedicated father to his son,...
Gwenda Marie Brown
Dec 26, 2025
Gwenda Marie Brown passed away at the OSU James Center on December 26, 2025, at the age of 53. Gwenda is predeceased by her mother, Catherine Moore (Johnson) and step-mother, Marla Brown (Koch), grandparents, Marvin and Marjorie Johnson, Roger Brown, Sr. and Maxine Buhacevich (Brown), brothers, Emmitt and Joesph Kauffer, and step-son, Duane Mobley. Gwenda is survived by her three...
Madhu Sharma
Dec 26, 2025
Madhu Sharma, born on July 22, 1944, passed away at 5pm on Friday, December 26, 2025.
Madhu was born in Sindh and was married to her beloved husband, Vishu Sharma for over 55 years.
Madhu leaves behind her daughters (Angie & Nisha), her sons-in-law (James & Peter), her brothers (Dilip & Mahesh), grandchildren and grandsons-in-law (Paris & Dylan; Siene & Shane; Alleah...
Sharon Marie Libert
Dec 26, 2025
Sharon Marie Libert passed away peacefully at her Canal Winchester home on December 26, 2025, after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
Sharon offered kindness and warmth to everyone she met and instilled strength, independence, compassion and curiosity in her children and grandchildren.
She was an avid reader and lifelong learner, a teacher, a gardener, and an explorer who loved to travel...
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