Obituaries

James Edward Higgins

James Edward Higgins

Nov 10, 2017

James Higgins. age 88, passed away Friday, November 10, 2017 at Kobacker House. He was born on January 24, 1929 in Gallipolis, Ohio to the late William Higgins and Stella Spanner (Duncan-Higgins). He also is preceded in death by his two brothers, Maurice and Donald. Jim is survived by his daughter, Cindy (Vince) Baker and his son, Andy Higgins. He...

Dena R. Deem

Dena R. Deem

Nov 9, 2017

Dena R. Deem passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2017. She was born on April 1, 1970 to Stephen and Diane Arthur Deem of Pataskala, OH, formally of Parkersburg, W.V. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Thomas E. Deem; maternal grandparents John and Gaye Boise Arthur; aunt, Peggy Davis Wix; uncles, Gilbert and Larry Arthur. Dena is...

Maurice Osborne

Maurice Osborne

Nov 9, 2017

Maurice "Butch" Osborne, age 73, passed away November 9, 2017. He was born July 9, 1944 in South Shore, KY to the late Crite and Louise Osborne. Preceded in death by his parents; sister Clotine Myers; nephews Roger Myers and Mike Myers. Survived by beloved wife of 47 years Judy Osborne; daughter Lisa Osborne and son Mark Osborne; brother Harold...

Julia Hale

Julia Hale

Nov 9, 2017

Julia Hale, 63, passed away on November 9, 2017. She was born on August 5, 1954. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Mary Davidson. Julie passed away with her family by her side. She graduated from Hamilton Township in 1972. Her love of animals was neverending, especially the stray kitties and Yoda. She spent her time...

Robert E. Brungarth

Robert E. Brungarth

Nov 8, 2017

Robert Earl Brungarth, 71 of Orient OH, went to be with his savior Jesus Christ November 8, 2017. Robert a.k.a. Indian, was a retired member of Local 669 of 33 years. In 1990, he received craftsmanship of the year award for his exceptional work at the City Center Mall. He was an active member of Grove City Church of the...

Leonard Fred Janisch Jr.

Leonard Fred Janisch Jr.

Nov 8, 2017

Leonard Janisch Jr., age 91, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2017. He was born on November 4, 1926 in Columbus, OH. Surviving family includes loving wife of 66 years, Ruth Janisch; brothers-in-law, Robert and Jack Comston; sister-in-law, Doris Hodoly; also survived by many nieces, nephews and a host of loving friends. Preceded in death by parents, Leonard F. Janisch Sr....

Marie A. Morgan

Marie A. Morgan

Nov 8, 2017

Marie A Morgan, age 89, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Howard Morgan; son, Randy Morgan; grandson, Drew Morgan; mother, Elizabeth Persinger; brothers, Dave, Gary and Ray Persinger.Surviving family includes son, Barry (Rosette) Morgan; sisters, Ruthie (Gary) Nutter of Mt. Sterling, Julia Marteney of Fulton, OH, Peggy Page of Waverly, WV and Iris Copeland of...

Violet (Moore) Peake

Violet (Moore) Peake

Nov 8, 2017

Violet "Jean" (Moore) Peake, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2017. She was surrounded by her loving family during the last days. She was born in Green County, Ohio on May 25, 1927 to Andrew "Delbert" and Louise (Davis) Moore. She worked at Fisher Body a division of General Motors from 1948-1989. She also worked at...

Michelle Hubbs

Michelle Hubbs

Nov 7, 2017

Michelle Hubbs, 48, passed away on November 7, 2017. She was born on August 12, 1969. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Sharon DeReno, brother, Edward Manley. Surviving family includes husband, Greg, children, Allison (Aaron) Corwin, Tristan Hubbs, grandchildren, Andrew, Alehna, brother, Ed Manley and niece, Ashley. Visitation will be held from 4-6pm, Monday, November 13,...

Ashley Renee Dills

Ashley Renee Dills

Nov 7, 2017

Ashley Dills, 30, of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2017.Ashley was born October 14, 1987 to Eric and Minnie (Chafin) Dills.Ashley will be deeply missed by her parents; children Aaliyah; brothers Eric Dills Jr.; sisters Erica (Jerry) Cremeans, Savannah, Mariah; nieces Shayla, Riley, Lily; nephew Brandon Jr.; grandparents Roger and Carolyn Dills.Ashley was preceded in death by her grandparents...

David D. Thornton

David D. Thornton

Nov 7, 2017

Thornton, David "Thunder" Dwight left this world to meet his Lord and Savior on November 7, where his faith became his sight and his body made whole again. Born in Columbus, Ohio June 4, 1938, to the late Charles F. and Nell Virginia (Spires) Thornton. He was a lifetime "westsider", and proud graduate and longtime supporter of West High School....

Isaiah Alexander Hoskins

Isaiah Alexander Hoskins

Nov 6, 2017

Isaiah A. Hoskins, age 18, passed away Monday, November 6, 2017.Surviving family includes mom, Amber Williams; father, Clayton Williams; daughter, Damyah, and her mother, Breonah; brothers, C.J., Hunter; sisters, Payton and Grayson; cousins, Mercedez, J.C., Tommy and Brian; aunt and uncle, Martha and James Courtright; also survived by many other friends and family members.Preceded in death by grandmother, Bonnie Siler;...

Mary Magdalene Traster

Mary Magdalene Traster

Nov 6, 2017

Mary Magdalene (Maggie) F. Traster, age 86 passed away Monday, November 6, 2017.Maggie was born on April 3, 1931, in Cornwall, Virginia to the late Robert and Julia (Hartless) Floyd.Maggie was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She enjoyed taking long walks and was an avid NASCAR fan.In addition to her parents, Maggie was proceeded in death by her siblings,...

Laura Warren

Laura Warren

Nov 6, 2017

Laura Warren, 92, passed away on November 6, 2017. She was born on November 18, 1924. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry, parents, Gordon and Jeanette Lynch. Surviving family includes children, Jean, David, Sharon, niece, Cheri, 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and her "Holy Family" family. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am, Saturday, November 18, 2017...

Michael L. Taylor

Michael L. Taylor

Nov 6, 2017

Michael L. Taylor, age 74 of Columbus, passed away at his residences surrounded by his loving family on November 6, 2017. He was born on December 15, 1942 in Columbus, OH. Michael served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Hope Ann (Green) Taylor, children Jason (Courtney)...

Rebecca J. Drake

Rebecca J. Drake

Nov 6, 2017

Rebecca J (Becki) DRAKE (Bodenheimer), passed away November 6, 2017 at home after a long battle with cancer. Becki was born in Dennison OH on March 26, 1949 to Crystal M. Senter Bodenheimer and Donovan V Bodenheimer. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers Keith & Jim Bodenheimer; sisters Carol Renshaw, Judith & Sue Ellen Bodenheimer. Becki is...

Dorothy Thelma Williams

Dorothy Thelma Williams

Nov 6, 2017

Dorothy T. Williams, age 93, passed away Monday, November 6, 2017. She was born on November 25, 1923.Surviving family includes children, Shirley (Tony) Brackman, Rex (Pattie) Williams; grandchildren, Morgan (Lance) Livesay, Cameron (Melissa) Brackman, Madison (Charles) Kneeland and Meridith (Brad) Combs; great-grandchildren, Beckett Livesay and Emery Brackman.Preceded in death by husband, Byron Dale Williams; beloved daughter, Rosemary Williams.Visitation will be...

Robert D. Forbes

Robert D. Forbes

Nov 6, 2017

Robert D. Forbes, 79, passed away Nov. 6, 2017. He was preceded in death by parents, Orpha L. and John D. Forbes; and several siblings. Bob is survived by wife of 60 years, June; sons, Johnny (Theresa) and Gary (Becky) Forbes; grandchildren, Johnny D. Forbes II, April (Ryan) Retherford, Eric (Brittany) Forbes, and Ashley (Dirk) Thomas; great-grandchildren, Noah, Donovan, Brayden,...

John B. Smith Jr.

John B. Smith Jr.

Nov 5, 2017

John B. Smith Jr., age 94, passed away November 5, 2017. He was born June 29, 1923 in Knott County, KY. Preceded in death by granddaughter Stacey Michelle Smith-Siders. Survived by wife Beulah; children Linda (Phil) Dillard, Rita Sharrock, David (Debbie) Smith, Lois Smith; grandchildren Tony (Danica) Sharrock, Phil Siders, Jessica Smith; great-grandchildren Zachary and Lauren Sharrock, Austin, Makayla, Paisley...

Gladys R. Stiffler

Gladys R. Stiffler

Nov 4, 2017

Gladys R. Stiffler, 83, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2017 in Columbus, OH. Gladys was born on February 16, 1934 in Toledo, OH to Bruce and Opal Hagen.Gladys is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Jennifer Kay and Lora Lynn Campbell; sister, Brucille 'Cookie' Holleran; brother, Louis 'Bud' Hagen and grandson, John Finney.She is survived by her husband,...

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