Obituaries
Norbert Enslen
Nov 26, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Norbert (Nobby) William Enslen Jr., 68, announces his passing away at his home in the morning hours of November 26th, 2018. He was born to Anna Lee Enslen and Norbert William Enslen Sr. on March 5th, 1950 in Dayton, Ohio. He attended West Carrolton High School and graduated from the School...
Anna Jean Kellison
Nov 26, 2018
Anna Jean Kellison, 63, passed away on November 26, 2018. She was born on June 15, 1955. Anna worked at the Walmart on Hilliard Rome Road for 16 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Helen O'Donnell. Surviving family includes husband, James, son, James (Jessica) Kellison Jr., daughters, Elizabeth Zuckerman, Jeannette Kellison, grandchildren, Chastity, Selena, Dominic,...
Kenel E. Kelly
Nov 25, 2018
Kenel E. Kelly, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2018 surrounded by his loving family.Kelly was born on April 18, 1927 in Flatgap, KY to Luther and Sarah (McKenzie) Kelly.He served in the United States Army during World War II in Italy's Po Valley.Kelly was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Agnes (Robert) Dudley; brother, Kenneth (Doris) Kelly; wife,...
Steven August Anderson
Nov 25, 2018
Steven August Anderson, lifelong Hilltop and Westgate resident, passed peacefully in his sleep on November 25, 2018. Born August 18th, 1943, Steve is preceded in death by his parents, Althea Jones and Russell Anderson, brother Donald Anderson, daughter April Anderson Merrill, and son Steven Scott Anderson. He is survived and deeply loved by daughter Tiffaney (Bryan) DeFranco, wife Cynthia Steinke...
Mary Kathryn Wallace
Nov 25, 2018
Mary Kathryn "Kathy" (Harp) Wallace, age 70, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer on Sunday November 25, 2018 at Kobacker House surrounded by her family. Kathy is predeceased by her husband of 37 years, Jim Wallace, parents: Orlando Harp and Lola Gibson and sister, Sandy Pappas. She is survived by her sister, Judy (Alan) Harp Varney,...
Charles Fredrick Hummel
Nov 25, 2018
Charles F. Hummel, age 90, loving husband of Sharon R. Burris, sons: Michael C. Hummel and Mark Hunter and wife Susan Hummel, sister, Mary Hummel-Brewer, brother, Randolph Scott Hummel. Charles was a World War II and Korean War Veteran, former member of: YMCA- Grove City, TOA, SPEBSQSA, Sweet Adelines- Director, CFMS Worthington Squares, TORUS, AMA, BSA Harrisburg # 498, Charity...
James J. Clark
Nov 25, 2018
James J. "Jim" Clark, 69, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Jim was born on April 3, 1949 in Washington, PA to the late Joseph and Eileen (Williamson) Clark.In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Patty.He is survived by his children, Kathleen Morris (Rich Heskett) , Kelly Morris (Scott Hurst),...
Robert Leo Starr
Nov 24, 2018
Robert Leo Starr, age 87, died Nov. 24, 2018. Born in Butler, PA, he lived in Columbus, OH most of his life. A graduate of Canton Township High School, he then attended Kent University. Robert was a carpenter for Local 200 for 30 years before retiring. He was a Korean War Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his...
Phillip R. Howard
Nov 24, 2018
Phillip R. Howard, 66, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Phillip was born on November 2, 1952 in Paintsville, KY to Frank M. and Delia (Wilson) Howard.Phillip is preceded in death by his brother, Lyndel Howard.He is survived by his children, Roger Howard, Paul Howard and Christine Howard (Scott); four grandchildren; parents, Frank and Delia Howard;...
Larry Rice
Nov 23, 2018
Larry E. Rice, age 66 of Columbus, passed away on November 23, 2018 at Ohio State University Hospital. He was born on November 13, 1952 to the late James E. and Ruden (Aiken) Rice in Hodges, SC. Larry is survived by his siblings James (Charlotte) Rice, Rosetta (Bill) Lawson and Carolyn (Grippen Hairston) Rice, several nieces and nephews. Friends may...
Richard E. Dennison
Nov 23, 2018
Richard Dennison, age 75, passed away Friday, November 23, 2018. He was born on July 23, 1943 in Cleveland, OH.Surviving family includes wife, Marylin; children, Richie, George William, Phil and Terri; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Preceded in death by parents, William and Dorothy; son, Corey;Visitation will be held Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 2-4 p.m. at Newcomer Grove City, 3393 Broadway.Funeral...
Robert Thomas Mccoy
Nov 23, 2018
Robert T. McCoy, age 74, passed away Friday, November 23, 2018. He was born on January 25, 1944 in Cleveland, OH.Surviving family includes wife, Beth McCoy nee Gallo; children, Heather McCoy, Jason (Tara) Walsh, Julie Walsh and Jeanna Waugh; grandchildren, Kenneth Robert Young, Jayme, Cole, Josslyn and Jared Walsh, Shawn Burrow and Maggie Waugh; great-granddaughter, Layla P. Barner.Memorial service will...
Erma Dawn Leap Penn Vagnier
Nov 22, 2018
Erma Dawn Leap Penn Vagnier, 90, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Erma was born on June 18, 1928 in Hilliard, OH to the late Ferd McKinley Leap and Leah Elizabeth Walker Leap Ward.In addition to her parents, Erma is preceded in death by her first husband, Paul W. Penn; second husband, John D. Vagnier; sisters,...
Robert J. Zelli
Nov 21, 2018
Robert J. Zelli, 72, of Gahanna, passed away November 21, 2018. Bob was born November 22, 1945 to Virgil and Lucy (Morconi) Zelli. He grew up in Trenton, New Jersey, with sister Adelaide and brother Edward. In high school in Trenton he met his wife, Roberta Ann Weeks.He attended Rider College while starting his banking career at New Jersey National...
Mary Woltemath
Nov 21, 2018
Mary Woltemath, 88, passed away on November 21, 2018. She was born on December 4, 1929 in Pontaic, MI. Per her wish cremation will take place.
Carol Ann Brown
Nov 21, 2018
Carol Brown (Crouse), age 77, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 21, 2018. She was born on March 19, 1941 in Columbus, OH.Surviving family includes children, Rusty and Keith Robinson and Stacy Gallagher; brother, William (Dee) Crouse; grandchildren, Amber Taylor (Michael), Melissa, Morgan, Hannah, Christopher and T.J.; also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.Preceded in death by parents,...
Gary E. Philbrick
Nov 20, 2018
Gary Edwin Philbrick, 81, passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 in Columbus, OH after a short battle with cancer. Gary was born on October 4, 1937 in Cleveland, OH to the late George and Hilda (Jones) Philbrick. Gary was a Management Consultant who was proud of his work helping retailers and wholesalers find profitability through inventory management. His career...
Melissa A. Penix
Nov 20, 2018
Tuesday, November 20, 2018, Melissa Ann Penix (Willis) of Grove City, loving wife of Joe Penix and mother to their three children passed away at the age of 82, while surrounded by her family. Born May 27, 1936 to Genevieve and Willy Willis. Preceded in death by both parents, brother, Leak Willis, sister, Phyllis Salvatore. Survived by husband of 65...
Kellye Lehman
Nov 20, 2018
Kellye Lehman, age 62 of Johnstown, passed away on November 20, 2018. She was born on April 25, 1956 to Tom and Joyce "Sally" Gemperline in Portsmouth, OH. Along with her father, Kellye is survived by sons Charles (Melissa) Lehman and Jeffrey (Sandy) Lehman, grandchildren Madison, Jacob, Gavin and Charlee Lehman, siblings Michael (Cindy) Gemperline, Laura (Larry) Beatty, Scott Andrew...
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