Obituaries

Linda Chocola

Linda Chocola

Jul 24, 2018

Linda Chocola, 71, of Columbus, passed away July 24, 2018. Linda was born October 11, 1946 to Norval and Betty (Young) Butcher. She was a member of Eastern Star. Linda will be deeply missed by her life partner John Dunn; children Stephanie Huffman, Jeffery Brownlee, Timothy Brownlee; 6 grandchildren ; 6 great-grandchildren ; 1 brother; 2 sisters along with many...

Darlene V. Elson

Darlene V. Elson

Jul 23, 2018

Darlene V. Elson, 83, passed away July 23, 2018. She was preceded in death by husband, Russell Elson Sr.; daughters, Patricia (Greg) Seltzer and Pamula Elson. Darlene is survived by children, Russell (Gina) Elson Jr. and Paula Elson; grandchildren, TR (Ashley) Keen, Amy (Jason) Gostrue, Dustin (Stephanie) Keen, Mike Elson, and Josh Elson; great-grandchildren, Ariana, Hannah, and Marissa Gostrue, Brian,...

Marjorie S. Fronczak

Marjorie S. Fronczak

Jul 23, 2018

Marjorie S. Fronczak (Green-Held), born Feb. 18, 1929, died July 23, 2018 at her home, surrounded by loved ones. Marjorie was born in Philadelphia, PA, graduated from Frankford HS in 1947 in Philadelphia, PA and later moved to Columbus, OH in 1972. Marjorie was a dedicated Jehovah's Witness servant for many years. She loved the beach, her gardening, taking ski...

Jon Michael Thompson

Jon Michael Thompson

Jul 23, 2018

Jon M. Thompson, 39, passed away July 23, 2018 after a battle with Huntington's Disease. Jon was a resident of Laurels of Hilliard for the past two years. He was preceded in death by father, Phil Thompson; grandfather, John Kleiber; and grandmother, Shirley (Gary) Garrison. Jon is survived by mom, Terry Thompson; aunt, Kathy (Buddy) Kleiber; grandmother, Shirley Kleiber; many...

John Richard Young

John Richard Young

Jul 23, 2018

John Richard Young, 80, passed away July 23, 2018. He was preceded in death by wife, Reba Dean Young; parents, Jack and Gladys Young; and brother, Vallie Young. John is survived by four children, Richard Emmitt (Cecilia) Young, Clay Edward (Loretta) Young, Deanna Ann (Thomas) Davis, and John Robinson Young; 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Larry (Barbara), Donald (Paula),...

Rhoda Barnhart

Rhoda Barnhart

Jul 22, 2018

Rhoda Barnhart, 59, of Columbus, passed away July 22, 2018. Rhoda was born January 12, 1959 to Paul and Evelyn (Tingler). She enjoyed bowling, karaoke and spending time with her family. Rhoda will be deeply missed by her; daughter Audrey Fast; sister Barbara Hubbard; step-brother Carl Slagle; sister-in-law Debbie Barnhart along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that were...

David L. Hutchison

David L. Hutchison

Jul 22, 2018

David L. Hutchison "Hutch" , age 71, passed away Sunday July 22, 2018. Dave is predeceased by his parents: James and Ila Hutchison, sister, Mona Lee (John) Kraynak, brother, Terry Hutchison. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Fran Hutchison, brothers: James Hutchison, William (Cindy) Hutchison, sister, Jackie (Barry) Kline, children: David Hutchison, Tim (Kim) Hutchison, Jamie...

Phyllis J. Miller

Phyllis J. Miller

Jul 22, 2018

Phyllis J. Miller, our beloved Mother was called to heaven on Sunday, July 22, 2018. She was born September 22, 1932 in Charleston, WV and resided in Grove City, OH most of her life. She retired from EFCO Corporation. Phyllis' kind heart and beautiful smile will truly be missed by all that knew her. Survived by daughters, Kara Miller, Kristi...

Ruth Starr

Ruth Starr

Jul 22, 2018

Ruth Starr, age 82 of Westerville, passed away at her residence on July 22, 2018. She was born on April 17, 1936 to the late Charles and Amy (Fulkerson) Toohey in Barnesville, OH. She retired from Fruehauf Trucking and AEP after 21 years. Ruth is survived by daughters Linda Marcum and Theresa Turner, grandchildren Cherina Pfleager-Hall, Chad (Christina) Lucas, Phillip...

Daniel D. Bender Ii

Daniel D. Bender Ii

Jul 21, 2018

Daniel Bender "Danny", 25 years of age, went to be with the Lord July 21, 2018. Danny is survived by his Daughter Wynter, who he loved more than life itself and a large family who loved him deeply. Danny enjoyed bike rides and walks with Wynter; he enjoyed playing baseball, was an avid gamer and enjoyed watching wrestling with his...

Jerald Mckenzie

Jerald Mckenzie

Jul 21, 2018

JR "Dick" McKenzie, born November 26, 1939, passed away on July 21, 2018. Survived by Jeanne McKenzie, his loving wife of 60 years, daughter Debbie Ellison (David), sons Jeff McKenzie (Doris) and Craig McKenzie, grandchildren Bethany Stoker (John), Patrick Ellison (Liz) and Matthew McKenzie, great-grandson Ellison Stoker, brothers Ken (Patty) McKenzie, Floyd McKenzie (Ruby), and Larry McKenzie (Dot). He was...

Lillian Ruby Cherryhomes

Lillian Ruby Cherryhomes

Jul 21, 2018

Lillian Ruby Cherryhomes, 100, went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2018. She was preceded in death by parents, Francis Leroy and Lydia Olive Bougher; husband, Earl Lewis Cherryhomes; and son, Earl Leroy Cherryhomes. Ruby is survived by sister, Ruth Carmedy; daughter-in-law, Carol Larimer Cherryhomes; grandchildren, Andy (Michelle) Cherryhomes and Amy (Tracy) Thompson; great-grandchildren, Matthew (Megan) Thompson,...

James Lewis Cossin Ii

James Lewis Cossin Ii

Jul 21, 2018

James "Jim" Cossin, age 52, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018. He was born on June 12, 1966 in Fairborn, OH.Surviving family includes grandmother, Gertrude Clark; mother, Pat Cossin; fiancee, Tonya Schirtzinger; sisters, Tammy (Ron) Murphy, Terri Mayabb; children, Stephanie (Scott) Ferguson, Lindsey (Tom) Huling, Janelle Cossin, Jaylah Cossin and Joy Cossin; grandchildren, Karrera Cossin, Scarlett Craig, Serena Cossin, Jamie...

Terrence M. Hartley, Sr.

Terrence M. Hartley, Sr.

Jul 21, 2018

Terrence M. Hartley, age 73, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018. He was born on September 27, 1944 in Columbus, OH.Surviving family includes wife, Margaret Hartley; children, Crystal Ybarra, Guy Hartley, Laura Winstel, Natalie Hartley-Lockhart and Amanda Ryan; 10 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and 5 siblings. Preceded in death by parents Terrence Hartley and Jo Ellen Grennell; siblings, Joe, Mitch, Debbie...

Harry Jacobson Rauch

Harry Jacobson Rauch

Jul 20, 2018

Harry Jacobson Rauch, 1921-2018, age 97, passed away peacefully in his sleep, July 20, 2018 at Arlington Court Nursing Home in Columbus, Ohio. Born Jan. 24, 1921 to Harry Francis and Hilda Mariah (Jacobson) Rauch in Glen Richey, PA. He was retired from COPCO and his upholstery business. He enjoyed travel, camping, boating and music. His sense of humor was...

Tomi Ellen Roush

Tomi Ellen Roush

Jul 20, 2018

Tomi Ellen Roush, 71, passed away July 20, 2018. She was preceded in death by parents, Robert Leroy Gorsuch and Honor Florence (Rush) Gorsuch Stemm; sisters, Margie and Roberta. Ellen is survived by husband of 45 years, Daniel; children, Carla Stern, Angel (Dennis) Hanna, Robert (Heather) Roush, and Adam (Amy) Roush; grandchildren, Justin, Tyler, Corey, Avery, Alexis, Kaitlyn, Mikalah, Emma,...

Bob Siders

Bob Siders

Jul 20, 2018

Robert Siders of Utica passed away at Centerburg Point on Friday, July 20, 2018 at the age of 78 with his family by his side. He was retried from Kanawha Scales and Systems of 40 years, which he really loved doing. He enjoyed watching Western's with his dogs. He was born on April 3, 1940 to the late Pansy (Wallace)...

Mary Margaret Souders

Mary Margaret Souders

Jul 20, 2018

Mary Margaret Souders, age 91, passed away peacefully at home on Friday July 20, 2018. She was born on April 5, 1927 in Columbus, OH. Surviving family includes children, Sharon (Dwight) Butcher and Michael (Twana) Souders; grandchildren, Beth Campanale, Jason (Tabea) Butcher, Deanna Souders and Joseph Souders along with many great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Cheshire. Preceded in death by husband, Albert...

Darci Ann Roberts

Darci Ann Roberts

Jul 19, 2018

Darci Roberts, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 19, 2018. She was born on August 15, 1959 in Columbus, OH. Surviving family includes husband, John Roberts; children, Lisa (Dustin) Schnipke, Chad (Jennifer) Roberts, Jennifer (Michael) Maihack and Lindsey (Keilii) Rozet; grandchildren, Reid, Courtney, Kaitlyn, Oliver, Orion, Loea and Haku; siblings, Jackie, Michelle, John Tschumper. Preceded in death by...

Myrtice R. Gray

Myrtice R. Gray

Jul 19, 2018

Myrtice R. Gray, 68, of Columbus, passed away July 19, 2018. She was born April 10, 1950 to J. C. and Naomi (Starks) Whiting. She was a long time active member of Redeemer AME Zion Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and was an avid reader. She was married to Clarence for 40 years. Myrtice will be...

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