Obituaries
Carol A Ware
Sep 12, 2025
Carol A Ware, age 71 of Grove City, OH, passed away on September 12, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1954 to the late William and Patricia (Ball) Colegrove in Columbus, OH. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by husband Timothy A Ware. Carol is survived by her loving daughters Michelle (Scott) Yakubik and Brandy Ware,...
Kimberly Dillon
Sep 12, 2025
Kimberly Dillon, 62, passed away September 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by mother, Robin Preston; husband, Gerald Dillon; son, Brett Dillon; and sister, Cheryl Preston. Kim is survived by daughter, Brooke (Traviss) Moore; grandchildren, Griffin Moore and Brinley Moore; father, Gary Preston Sr.; and brother, Gary Preston II.
Kim was a huge Steelers fan and was very involved with...
John "Barry" Leach
Sep 11, 2025
The family of John "Barry" Leach is heartbroken to announce his passing on September 11, 2025, at the age of 84. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Helen, with whom he shared over 50 wonderful years; their children, Greg, Brad (Courtney Leach), and Meredith (Jason Willis); five cherished grandchildren; and his two sisters, Barbara Leach and Fleming Allaire....
Eleanor L. Myers
Sep 11, 2025
Eleanor L Myers of Upper Arlington, Ohio passed away on September 11, 2025.
She was born in Wheeling, West Virginia August 20, 1939 to the late Thomas and Helen (Wagner) Myers.
Eleanor was a 1957 graduate of Shadyside High School in Shadyside, Ohio. She attended Ohio State University briefly and received certification as a paralegal from Capital University Law School in Columbus,...
John Michael Klavon
Sep 11, 2025
John Michael Klavon, 78, of Westerville was born on January 22, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He peacefully passed away in the early morning hours on September 11, 2025 surrounded by his only child, Michelle Lippincott (Klavon), Son-in-law, Paul and his sweetheart of 15 years, Barb Bickham.
Prior to his retirement John worked at AEP as a welder for 28 years. He...
Neva Louise Samuel
Sep 11, 2025
Neva (Jenkins) Samuel, 66, of Westerville, passed away on September 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father R. Lynn Jenkins, her husband Paul D. Samuel, and her daughter Aubrey L. Samuel. She is survived by her mother Vera Jenkins, her son Grant T. Samuel (Haileigh Ross), her brother Kevin Jenkins, her grandson DJ Lockhart, and numerous brothers-in-law,...
Norma Lee Dawson
Sep 11, 2025
Norma Lee Dawson-Age 83 went home to her Lord and Savior Sept.11, 2025 after a lengthy illness. She was born in Catlettsburg, Ky. July 27, 1942. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Helen (Castle) Abrams, son Gary Watkins, brother Don Abrams, sister Mary and Joe Watkins, Sr.
Survivors include sons Joe (Mindy) Watkins, Larry (Robin) Watkins, daughter...
L.V. Carroll Jr.
Sep 10, 2025
L.V. Carroll Jr., affectionately known as "Jr," passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on June 16, 1948, in Athens, TN, he was known for his outgoing personality and was a very lovable man, cherished by all who knew him.
Jr served proudly as a Marine veteran, an experience that shaped his character and instilled a...
Peggy Jean Hunter
Sep 10, 2025
Peggy Jean Hunter, age 84, passed away on September 10th, 2025. She was born on August 3rd, 1941 in Athens, Ohio. Peggy- most often called Grams- was loved by everyone she met and gave her love freely and unconditionally. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Merle Hunter; son, David Hunter; sisters, Donna Goble & Dicky Butts and...
Michael August Schad
Sep 9, 2025
Michael August Schad, a venerable spirit who graced this world for 98 remarkable years, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2025, following a prolonged illness. Born on July 31, 1927, in Plainview, Minnesota, Michael was the eldest of eleven siblings, a testament to both the tenacity and fortitude that marked his journey through life. He was the cherished...
John Taylor
Sep 9, 2025
John Taylor, age 66 of Grove City, OH, passed away on September 9, 2025. He was born on October 28, 1958 to the late Thomas Andrew and Betty Louise (Leach) Taylor in Chillicothe, OH. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings Betty Lou Adams, Linda Smith, Mary Ann Taylor, Marsha K Heath, Thomas Andrew Taylor II,...
Ruth Anne Steele
Sep 9, 2025
Ruth Anne Steele, 83, of Gahanna, passed away September 9, 2025 at home. Born January 9, 1942 in Athens, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Wesley and Ellen Lucille Carsey.
Ruth loved her family and friends, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed sharing her faith in the Lord, gardening as well as cheering for the Buckeyes and Browns.
She is survived...
Virgil Bruce Chapman
Sep 9, 2025
Virgil Bruce Chapman, age 73, passed away on September 9, 2025. He was born on June 26, 1952 to the late Howard Chapman and Vicie (Fields) Chapman. Virgil is preceded in death by his parents; sons, Howard and Virgil; brothers and sisters; Patricia "Treasie", George, Abby, Debbie.
He is survived by his daughter, Jennie (David) Fink; grandchildren, Amie, Samantha, Virginia, Savannah,...
Sue Ann Heischman
Sep 8, 2025
Sue Ann Heischman, lovingly known as Ann, passed away on September 8, 2025. Born on February 1, 1965, in Saint Clairsville, Ohio, Ann was a beacon of light to everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her. With her funny and friendly personality, she never met a stranger and had a remarkable ability to connect with people. She would strike...
Robert Connor
Sep 8, 2025
Robert “Bob” Connor was called away on September 8, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, after a health battle that he faced with strength and stubbornness. Bob was born May 1934 to the union of Silas Connor and Pearlie Whitt of Uniontown, Alabama. Bob was a graduate of Mobile Central High School.
He was preceded in death by wife Patricia Connor; parents Silas...
Constance "Connie" Lynn Williams
Sep 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of our wife and mother, Constance (Connie) Williams, who passed away of Parkinson’s Disease on September 8, 2025 at the age of 76.
She was a graduate of West High school, Columbus State Community Collège and Ohio Dominican University.
Connie fought Parkinson’s with incredible grace and determination, inspiring all who knew her...
Chris Anthony Thompson Jr.
Sep 7, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chris Anthony Thompson Jr., who left us on September 7, 2025, at the age of 52. Born on August 31, 1973, in Norristown, PA, Chris brightened the lives of those fortunate enough to know him. He was a proud Marine, having served with honor as a sergeant, embodying the...
Donald Richard Preston
Sep 7, 2025
Donald Richard Preston
September 18, 1955- September 7, 2025
Rick met Jesus, his Savior just a few days shy of his 70th birthday.
He leaves behind many memories of laughter and shenanigans (his favorite pastime) with his 3 children, his best friend and ex-wife, along with several siblings and their families.
Special thanks to the one who met his daily needs and special long...
Marian Hunt
Sep 6, 2025
Marian Hunt, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Malcolm; sister, Susan; and parents, Joan and Vic. She is survived by daughter, Jo Fleming (Derek); son, Jonathan Hunt; brother, Andrew Mitchell; and cherished grandchildren, Mackenzie, Alyssa, Danielle, and Kamryn, who brought her endless joy.
Marian lived...
Linda Lucille Post
Sep 6, 2025
Linda Lucille Post, age 81, of Pataskala passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
She was born on November 3, 1943 in Columbus, Ohio and was preceded in death by her parents John “Jack” and Martha (Jones) Cook, grandson Jacob Easterling and son-in-law Jim Stickel, family and friends.
Linda retired from the State of Ohio Department of Taxation and enjoyed a...
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