Obituaries
Eileen Jean Chaffin
Jan 7, 2020
Eileen Jean Chaffin, age 91, passed away on January 7, 2020. She was born on Valentine's Day on February 14, 1928 to the late Regina and Leonard Vignere in Hornell, New York.Eileen leaves a legacy of 5 generations which she was very proud of.Left to cherish her memory are her children, Linda (Perry) Morrison, Dr. Thomas (Janet Colli) Beck and...
Gorman Horn
Jan 6, 2020
Gorman "Mickey" Horn, 62, of Columbus, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020 at Mt. Carmel East. He was born March 29, 1957 in Louisa, KY, son of the late Jerry Judgson and Emma Lee Hammond Horn. In addition to his parents, Mickey was preceded in death by his brother, Gary J. Horn; father and mother-in-law, Johnny and Gertie Bailey. He...
Donald W. Sweet
Jan 6, 2020
Donald W. Sweet, 60, of Westerville, passed away January 6, 2020. Donald was born April 7, 1959 to David and Carol (Hamman) Sweet. He was married to Deborah Cordrey for 14 years. Don was a man of all seasons, skiing in the winter, biking in the summer, and a beer after with friends!Don enjoyed camping, playing with trains in their...
Charles Fleshman
Jan 6, 2020
Charles N. Fleshman, age 72, passed away Monday, January 6, 2020. He is predeceased by his parents: Joseph and Alvesta Fleshman, siblings: Mary Jo, Linda, Virginia and Jay, daughter, McKenzie Fleshman and granddaughter, Tirzah Taylor. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Jean Fleshman, children: Nikki (Fred) Taylor, Tiffany (Ron) Davitt, Joe (Jessica) Fleshman, Paul (Heather) Fleshman,...
Rachelle R. Hoover
Jan 6, 2020
Rachelle Rae Hoover passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020. Shelly is the daughter of Jeannine Hoover Hollingshead and step-father Ray Hollingshead, both of whom predeceased her. Shelly was also preceded in death by her uncles William Hoover and Robert Hoover and her maternal grandparents Leah Mae and Raymond Hoover. Shelly is survived by many cousins; Michael and Jennifer Hoover...
Sue Malone
Jan 6, 2020
Sue Malone, age 77, passed away on January 6, 2020. She was born on March 14, 1942 in Ashland, Kentucky to the late Ella and Howard Purvis.Sue was an avid UK fan and family always came first. Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Chuck Malone; sons, Mike (Paula) Samples, Steve (Stacie) Morman, Patrick (Lori) Malone; niece, Yetta; several...
Michael A. Neuvirth
Jan 5, 2020
Michael A. Neuvirth, age 53 of Columbus, OH, passed away on January 5, 2020. He was born on February 14, 1966 in Columbus, OH to James Neuvirth and Agnes (Long) Neuvirth. Along with his father, he is survived by sisters Pamela (Dan) Hall and Terri (Joe) Mayerhofer, many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and loving friends. He is preceded in...
Brad Spinks
Jan 5, 2020
Bradley Louis Spinks, born May 1, 1993 suddenly passed away January 5, 2020.He is survived by his father and mother, Lou and Cindy, sister Maggie and brother-in-law, Justin Smith.Bradley will be remembered by his big heart, intelligence, sense of humor and incredible gift of music.Brad's Memorial Service will be Sunday, January 19, 2020 from2-4 pm at Xenos Christian Fellowship at...
Charles Wade Hodge Jr.
Jan 5, 2020
Charles Wade Hodge Jr., age 46, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020. Charles is predeceased by his father, Charles Wade Hodge Sr., daughter, Samantha and grandmother, Helen Hodge. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Hodge, sister, Messina (Gregory) Craig, children: Zachary Hodge, Charles Hodge III, Peyton (Logan Allen) Hodge and Hannah Hodge, grandchildren: Kensleigh, Aviana and Riley and nephew,...
Lee Roy Williams
Jan 5, 2020
Lee Roy Williams, 77 of Clintonville passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2020 in his home with his loving wife by his side.He was born in Warren, Ohio to William A. Williams and Clara Belle Foley who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Judy Williams, children and longtime family friend - Karen.Lee Roy was employed at...
Paul Finley
Jan 5, 2020
Paul Finley, age 77 of Columbus, passed away at The Ohio State University Hospital on January 5, 2020. He was born on September 20, 1942 to the late Charles and Ersie (Tackett) Finley in Dingess, WV. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Ava (Trout) Finley, children Paul Allen (Valerie) Finley, Steve Finley and Sean (Sarah) Finley,...
Wendell Barker
Jan 5, 2020
Wendell Barker, age 79, passed away on January 5, 2020. He was born in Martha, Kentucky on November 15, 1940 to Virgil and Mollie Barker.Wendell had served in the US Army. He is preceded in death by his father, Virgil Barker; life long best friend, Carl Seedle. He is survived by mother, Mollie Barker; Sue Barker, his wife of 52...
Richard A. Scott
Jan 5, 2020
Richard A. Scott, age 90, passed away on January 5, 2020. He was born on May 20, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois.Richard proudly served in the Air Force during WWII and the Korean War and was stationed at the Rhein-Main Air Base in Germany. He was an amazing father and adored his family. Richard will be remembered for his kindness, generosity...
William M. Riley
Jan 5, 2020
William Riley 56 of Columbus passed on Jan. 5, 2020. He was born in Columbus to Donald and Gay (McCoy) Riley who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Camelia Figueroa, daughter Brittany Hamm, 4 grandchildren, brother George (Teresa) Prince and 2 step brothers, and several aunt's and uncles.Bill retired from US Air, and loved motorcycles and...
Joan Celesta Fry
Jan 5, 2020
Joan Celesta Fry, 81, after an extended illness was released from her suffering and went to be with her Lord on January 5, 2020. She was born on May 7, 1938 in Madison County, OH. Joan had a heart to volunteer her help to others, which later led to her 10 year career as a Coordinator for volunteer services at...
Daniel Gest
Jan 4, 2020
Daniel Gest, age 65, passed away on January 4, 2020. He was born on May 3, 1954 in Columbus, OH to Charles and Winnie Gest. Daniel is preceded in death by his father, Charles Gest; brothers, Terry, Joseph, and Wayne Gest. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Pam Gest; sons, Bryan (Christina) Gest, Anthony (Gina) Gest, Daniel...
Andrew Brian Hempstead
Jan 4, 2020
Andrew (Andy) Brian Hempstead, 53, of Grove City, OH, passed away peacefully Saturday 1/4/2020 in his home with his loving wife Chrissy by his side. He was also surrounded by many loved ones during his final breaths. Andy was born in Biloxi, MS. Andy was a well-educated man with three degrees. He graduated with his AA Degree from Columbus State...
Charles Noah Roberts
Jan 4, 2020
Charles Noah Roberts, 84, of Gahanna, Ohio, passed away January 4, 2020 at home surrounded by family. He was born on February 23, 1935 to the late Dewey Wilson Roberts and Amba Lee Roberts. He is preceded in death by daughter Dianna Short; brothers, Oren, John, Jack, Henry, Garland; and step-mother, Monnie Roberts. Surviving family includes his loving wife of...
Beatrice Springer
Jan 3, 2020
Beatrice "Sally" Springer, age 86, of Lewis Center, Ohio went to be with the Lord January 3rd, 2020 while surrounded by her family.Born on April 11, 1933 in Chatfield, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Springer of over 50 years. Sally is survived by her two children; daughter Jean "Springer" Bricker and husband Steve, son...
Lugena Gall
Jan 3, 2020
Lugena Gall, age 72, of New Lexington, Ohio passed away on January 3, 2020. She was born on August 1, 1947 in Kermit, West Virginia to the late Glenn and Mosella Bryant. She is preceded in death by her husband, William; sons, Craig and Tom. She is survived by her children, Tony (Cindy), Sherry, Christy, Tina (Brian); 12 grandchildren; 8...
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