Obituaries
Ruth MaeGrace Watters
Apr 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Ruth MaeGrace Watters, who left this world far too soon on April 14, 2025, at the tender age of 20 days. Born on March 25, 2025, in Westerville, Ohio, Ruth was a bright light who touched the lives of all those fortunate enough to know her.
Affectionately known...
Judy Stewart
Apr 14, 2025
Judith Ann (Karnes) Stewart, age 87, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, we lost our precious mom. Mom was the glue that held our family together. Judy was preceded in death by our dad, Harry L. "Dick" Stewart, our brothers Larry A and Barry E Stewart, her brother James A Karnes and a son-in-law John C Wolverton, Jr. Judy...
Joanne Patricia Skinner
Apr 14, 2025
Joanne Patricia Skinner was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025 at the age of 86 at her home in Powell Ohio. She was born in Oakland, California on May 31, 1938 to Jonathan and Bernice Calori. After she married, she lived in Memphis, Tennessee for nearly 50 years. In 2024 she lived...
Arthur G. Lee
Apr 14, 2025
Arthur Gene Lee, 90, of Columbus, passed away 14, April 2025. Arthur was born January 21, 1935 in Columbus, OH to Harold and Evelyn (Emerson) Lee. Arthur loved to dance, bowl, fish and watch sports.
Arthur will be deeply missed by his Wife Frances M. (Nancy) Lee of 63 years; Daughters Lori Gurio; Lisa (Stephen) Phillips; LuAnn (Patrick) Kulaga; Grandchildren Joshua...
Larry Lee Bales
Apr 13, 2025
Larry Lee Bales, 86, went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2025. Larry was born on November 18, 1938 in Columbus to the late Marie (Albright) Bales, late Lawrence Cutlip.
Larry was a proud veteran of the United States Army for four years in the 101st Airborne Division. Larry worked for over 40 years as a painting contractor for...
Lynn M Lewis
Apr 13, 2025
Lynn M. Lewis, age 64 of Grove City, OH, passed away on April 13, 2025. She was born on October 18, 1960 to the late Carl and Margaret (Suster) Rericha in North Canton, OH. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by husband Robert Lewis, brothers Mike Rericha and Larry Rericha. Lynn is survived by her loving children...
Phil Eitel
Apr 13, 2025
Phil D. Eitel, 73, passed away April 13, 2025. He was preceded in death by father, James Eitel and mother, Patricia Eitel. Phil is survived by wife of 45 years, Rita Eitel; daughters, Christy (Chris) Hayes and Jana (Bret) Andrews; grandchildren, Brandon, Kylie, Zach, Ryan, Brady, and Codie; brother, Marc (Carol) Eitel; sister, Gwen Blubaugh; nieces, nephews, other extended family...
Pastor Floyd Curtis Shilling
Apr 13, 2025
Pastor Floyd Curtis Shilling, a devoted husband, father, and friend, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on April 5, 1958, Floyd led a life characterized by his deep faith and unwavering commitment to his community.
After graduating from Eastmoor High School, where he excelled as a cross-country runner, Pastor Floyd proudly served in the United...
Russell E. Townsend
Apr 13, 2025
Russell E. Townsend, 66, passed away April 13, 2025. He was preceded in death by mother, Ruth (McCabe) Townsend; father, Ronnie Townsend; and brother, Robin Townsend. Russ is survived by his wife of 39 years, Julie Townsend; children, Ron Townsend and Becky (Evan) Keller; brothers, Randall and Raymond Townsend; nieces, other extended family and friends.
Russ was a 1976 graduate of...
Richard J. Repeta
Apr 12, 2025
Richard J. Repeta, 77, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1947, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Louis and Charlotte Repeta.
Rick proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. A hardworking and dedicated man, he spent many years as an auto mechanic and mail...
Mary Emily Cormack
Apr 12, 2025
Mary Emily Cormack 79, passed away peacefully at her home on April 12, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 4, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio to her parents Claude Jordan and Stella Nicholas. Mary celebrated 31 years of marriage to Robert (Bob) W. Cormack Jr. before his passing in July 1997. In 2007 Mary retired from...
Linda S. Parker
Apr 12, 2025
We gather here today, filled with warmth and joy, to celebrate the life of Linda S. Parker a remarkable woman who brightened the world with her presence and a heart full of love. Born on September 19, 1944, in Glouster, OH, Linda lived a full and vibrant life, and we are thankful for every moment we shared with her.
Linda enjoyed...
Dalita Alverta Abbott
Apr 12, 2025
Dalita Alverta Abbott, age 74, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 12, 2025. Dalita was born on May 10, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Walter and Bernice Bell.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Bernice Bell, her grandson, Devon Hershey.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, Michael Abbott, her children, Mikala Freeman,...
Yolanda Lou Ferguson
Apr 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, Yolanda Lou Ferguson (Keefer), of Columbus Ohio, who departed this life on 04/11/2025 at the age of 48.
Born on 07/16/1976, Yolanda was a beacon of love, strength, and unwavering dedication to her family. She spent her life nurturing and guiding her eight...
Richard Allen Miller
Apr 11, 2025
Richard "Dick" A. Miller, 85, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away April 11, 2025. He was born on July 23, 1939.
He was a spiritual man with lots of unconditional love for his family. He was a hard working man in the construction field where he was highly respected by those around him.
He was a Navy Veteran of four years as...
Louise Biser
Apr 11, 2025
Louise Biser, age 83, of Whitehall, Ohio passed away on April 11, 2025. Louise was born on October 8, 1941 in Huntington, West Virginia to the late Joseph and Dorothy (Wall) Persinger.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband James Biser, Sr., sisters Dorothy, Judy, Betty and Mary Lou.
Louise is survived by her children, James (Karen...
Camden Anthony Lawson
Apr 10, 2025
Camden Anthony Lawson passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2025. Camden was born on March 23, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio to Candice Green and Camron Lawson.
Along with his parents, he is lovingly survived by his sister, Kacey Lawson, his maternal grandma, Misty Neff, his uncles, Kenneth Green, Kaiden Green, and his maternal great-grandparents, Sara and Charles Neff.
He will be deeply...
Addie Faye Campbell
Apr 10, 2025
Addie Faye Campbell, age 88, of Lancaster, Ohio (formerly of Vinton County) passed away on April 10, 2025. Faye was born on July 16, 1936 at home in Vinton County, Ohio to the late Charles and Addie (Baker) Campbell.
Along with her parents, Faye is preceded in death by her brothers, Edgar and Virgil (Patty) Campbell.
She is lovingly survived by her...
Jack Elmore Wooten
Apr 9, 2025
Jack Elmore Wooten, age 90, of Gahanna, Ohio, passed away on April 9, 2025, in Westerville, Ohio.
Jack was born on June 29, 1934, in Columbus, Ohio, to Theodore William Wooten and Susie Ann Ralston. He attended school in Westerville and was raised by his stepfather, Ira Arthur Fulks.
A true “jack-of-all-trades,” Jack spent much of his life working independently in construction—hanging...
Mabel Alma Miller
Apr 9, 2025
Mabel Alma Miller, age 94, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 9, 2025. Mabel was born on July 18, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio to the late George and Mabel Herb.
Along with her parents, Mabel is preceded in death by her first husband and father of her children, William A. Willard, she remarried later to the late George Miller, her...
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