Obituaries
Melenie Barclay
Dec 28, 2017
Melenie Barclay, 80, passed away on December 28, 2017. She was born on October 22, 1937. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest E. Barclay, parents, Harold Ankrum and Gertrude Slaughter, sisters, JoAnn Jose, Florence Rittenhouse. Surviving family includes daughters, Debra Porter, Abbie Wroten, grandchildren, Heather, Dillon, Justin, Courtnie, great-grandchildren, Taylen, Harley, Lamar Joseph, Hayden, Devin, Addison, Larissa,...
John R. Blount
Dec 28, 2017
John R. Blount, 66, passed away on December 28, 2017. He was born on February 1, 1951 in Charleston, WV. He was a 1969 graduate of Franklin Heights High School. John was a longtime member of the Sheet Metal Union. You always knew John was around by his laugh. He was very loyal and loving to all his family and...
Glenda Jean Cosby
Dec 27, 2017
Glenda J. Cosby, 61, of Columbus, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017. Glenda was born September 25, 1956 to Raymond and Martha Houpe. She was married to Robert Cosby for 39 years. Glenda will be deeply missed by her husband; children Nakia (Paul) Flemister, Raab Cosby, Ashley Cosby (DeShawn); grandchildren Dominique Thomas, Martee Morse, Malik Morse, DeShawn Patrick, Malayah Patrick;...
Talishia Linnea Jones
Dec 27, 2017
Talishia Linnea Jones began her life journey on May 17, 1976. She blessed this world with her presence until the angels of God called her home, gaining her wings while surrounded by family and close friends on December 27, 2017. Talishia "Tish" graduated from Columbus Alternative High School and Southeast Career Center majoring in Pre-College Business Technology in 1994. She...
Marvin E. Wright
Dec 27, 2017
Marvin Wright, age 92, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2017. He was born on November 29, 1925 in Baltimore, OH.He is a WWII veteran of the US Army and a retired Columbus Firefighter. Surviving family includes wife of 69 years, Verla Wright; children, Regina (Carman) Roberts, Andrea (Brian) Schrock; grandsons, Benjamin Schrock, Joshua Schrock and Zachary (Jane) Roberts; great-grandchildren, Lydia...
Katherine N. Campbell
Dec 26, 2017
Katherine N. "Katie" Campbell, 32, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 in Westerville, Ohio. Katie was born on April 3, 1985 in Columbus, Ohio to Stuart Campbell and Kimberly Saunders.Katie is preceded in death by her grandfathers, John S. Campbell, Sr. and Robert Salyer, Sr.; aunt, Kim Campbell; and sister-in-law, Salena Williams. She is survived by her daughter, Ariana...
Leslie Wilburn
Dec 26, 2017
Jim "Jimmy" Wilburn, 46 "38", passed away on December 26, 2017. He was born on November 10, 1971 in Columbus, OH. He was preceded in death by his niece, Dalyanca Watrous. Surviving family includes children, Kara Wilburn, Makenzie Wilburn, Cameron Wilburn, parents, Leslie and Sharon Wilburn, brother, Dennis James Wilburn, niece, Brianna Wilburn, nephews, Christian McDade, Michael Grey, Cameron Wray....
Gregory A. Degler
Dec 26, 2017
Gregory A. Degler, 63, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2017. Greg was born in Millersburg, OH on July 13, 1954, to the late Gerald and Constance (Billiar) Degler. Survivors include his wife, Emily (Salyers) Degler; daughter, Stephanie (Andrew Pheasant) Scott; son, Parker Degler; brother, Brian (Lori) Degler; grandchildren, Anthony, Alyssa and Dominic; mother and father-in-law, Kathy and Phil Salyers; brothers-in-law,...
Elbie J. Swint
Dec 25, 2017
Elbie J. Swint, age 76, passed away at home on Monday, December 25, 2017. He was born on August 10, 1941 in Kehoe, KY to the late Raymond and Ruth Swint. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Catherine; children, Lynn, Mark, Deandria, Candy and Elbie II; grandchildren and great grandchildren; 10 loving siblings and many nieces...
William J. Clayton
Dec 25, 2017
William J. "Bill" Clayton, age 56 years old, passed away Monday, December 25, 2017 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born at St. Ann's Hospital in Columbus, OH on December 13, 1961.Bill was an independent businessman owning various Tow Truck and Trucking Companies over the years.Bill is survived by wife, Sarita Clayton; step-daughter, Danielle; brothers, Bob, Jimmy and David; many...
Randy A. Leist
Dec 25, 2017
Randy A. Leist, age 59, passed away on December 25, 2017. He was born on January 28, 1958 in Columbus, OH. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Linda; grandparents Noah and Madge Silvia, Ray and Geneva Follrod. Randy is survived by parents Stan and Opal Leist, Washington Court House, OH; children Ken Leist, Mckaysville, GA, and Kim...
Daisy Mae Claypool
Dec 24, 2017
Daisy M. Claypool, 73, of Columbus, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017. Daisy was born April 23, 1944 to Charlie and Ethel (Sawyers) Stump.She was a member of Shining Light Baptist Church in Hilliard. Daisy was a full time employee at the Forum for 10 years. She was married to George Claypool for 20 years. Daisy will be deeply missed...
Judith E. Newcomer
Dec 24, 2017
Judith E. Newcomer, 76, passed away on December 24, 2017. Born on October 1, 1941 to the late John N. and Lucia Kiebel. Judy graduated from St. Vincent School of Nursing in Toledo, OH. As a registered nurse Judy organized a joint commission accredited home health agency at Friendship Village of Dublin, OH. Judy was also a proud volunteer with...
David F. Farabaugh
Dec 24, 2017
David F. Farabaugh, 83, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Colver, PA on July 5, 1934, to the late Elmer and Florence (Bard) Farabaugh and is also preceded in death by two brothers, Claude and Martin. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Rose Marie (Hammer) Farabaugh; daughters, Yvonne (Christopher) Sayer...
Jane Brickels Hofelt
Dec 24, 2017
Jane Brickels Hofelt, of Westerville, passed away on December 24, 2017. Jane was born in Lynchburg, VA, and is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Henry P. Hofelt; daughters, Jeanette Hofelt and Brigette (Hofelt) Hewis; and extended family and friends. A private memorial will be held.
Noreen M. Taylor
Dec 24, 2017
Noreen Taylor, age 67, of West Jefferson, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017. She was born on June 2, 1950 in Boston, MA.Surviving family includes husband, Charles Taylor; daughters, Stacey (James) Gibbish and Kim (Matt) Garvie; brother, Norm (Denise) Liddell; also survived by many in-laws, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by mother, Norah Liddell.Visitation will be held Thursday, December...
Dorothy A. Mcelwain
Dec 23, 2017
Dorothy A. McElwain, age 83 of Columbus, passed away at Ohio State East Hospital on December 23, 2017. She was born on August 15, 1934 to the late William H. and Catherine (Bombard) Allen in Naugatuck, CT. Dorothy is survived by children Dot Fantasia, John C. (Debbie) Ferris and Mary Frances Kamyar, grandchildren Katie Fantasia, John C. Ferris, Nicolas Fantasia,...
Van Allen Belcher
Dec 23, 2017
Van Allen Belcher Sr., 72, of Columbus, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017. Van was born September 17, 1945 to George and Velva (Johnson) Belcher. He was an avid fisherman and loved to fish in Curtis, Michigan. He loved being with his family and friends. Van worked at the OSU concession stands for over 40 years. He retired from the...
Mary Pack
Dec 23, 2017
Mary "Gen" Pack, 84, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017 in Columbus, OH. Gen was born in Wayne, WV on May 29, 1933. She is preceded in death by her daughter Tina Mae Murphy, father and mother Walter and Linnie Stevens, brothers Henry Thomas Stevens, Charles Stevens and Willard Stacy, sisters Marie Marcum, Naomi Ferguson and Millie Priest. She is...
Barbara L. Johnson
Dec 23, 2017
Barbara L. Johnson, age 92, passed away at home on Saturday, December 23, 2017. She was born in Ravenna, OH on December 21, 1925 to the late Robert and Corinthia Denton. She is preceded in death by her husband, Beryl Johnson and son, Danny Johnson. Barbara is survived by her children, Marty (Paula) Johnson, Rick Johnson, and Cheryl (Jeff) Prichard....
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