Obituaries
Mary Ruth Ables
Jul 27, 2025
Mary Ruth Ables, 76, of Grove City, Ohio passed away on July 27, 2025. She was born on July 30, 1948, in Columbus, to the late Charles and Rosey (Mustard) Brady. She married Harry Ables on Oct 3, 1987, and after 35 years, he preceded her in death on April 18, 2022.
Those left to cherish her memory include children Shalene...
Thomas Edward Kaple
Jul 27, 2025
Thomas "Tommy" Edward Kaple, 71, passed away July 27, 2025.
He was born on July 23, 1954 to Maurice Andrew Kaple and Dorothy Jean (Clark) Kaple.
Tommy was a member of the Delaware Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, an avid fisherman, and a self-employed contractor and coppersmith.
Tommy is survived by his two brothers, Larry (Amy) Kaple and Joe Kaple of Delaware;...
Carolyn S. Gregg
Jul 27, 2025
Carolyn Sue Gregg, age 81 of Grove City, Ohio passed away on July 27 2025. She was born February 9, 1944 to the late Clarance E. Gregg and the late Frances L. Stephenson. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her Niece: Michelle Rice.
Carolyn is survived by a son Gene Troyer, Siblings: Barb Lescody, Kenneth (Carole) Gregg...
James John Nardone
Jul 26, 2025
James “Jim” Nardone passed away on July 26, 2025, after an extended illness. A true pioneer at heart, Jim found joy in exploring the worlds of computers and technology throughout his life. From the earliest days of personal computers to today’s rapidly evolving innovations, he not only kept up but also thrived on sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with others.
A...
Marjorie Mason
Jul 26, 2025
Marjorie Mason, a cherished soul and beloved matriarch, departed this world on the 26th of July, 2025, at Riverside Hospital, leaving behind a legacy defined by love, creativity, and devotion to family. Born on March 13, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, Marjorie was a proud graduate of West High School and lived a life that richly exemplified the values instilled in...
William "Bill" Wolfe III
Jul 26, 2025
William Wolfe III, 70, passed away peacefully, after a year long battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family on July 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by parents, Virginia and William J. Wolfe; daughter, Tamie Wolfe; and brother, Ed Wolfe. Bill is survived by loving wife of almost 52 years, Janet Wolfe; children, Rob (Tara), Stephen, and Amanda...
Elena Christianne-Michelle Howland
Jul 26, 2025
Elena Christianne-Michelle Howland, age 5, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio on August 6, 2019, she was a bright light in the lives of her family and those fortunate enough to know her.
Elena is lovingly survived by her devoted parents, Hunter Howland and Britnie Reed, who cherish the joy she brought into their lives every...
Kathy Murray
Jul 25, 2025
Mary Kathleen Murray (Kathy), 90, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2025, following a long illness.
Kathy was born on May 21, 1935, in Wonderland Park, near Gahanna, to Eugene and Kathleen Murray. She grew up in the Hilltop neighborhood, attending Catholic schools. She attended The Ohio State University and, later, Otterbein College. She had a vibrant and diverse...
Clarence Rutan
Jul 25, 2025
Clarence Alva Rutan, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Mount Carmel Hospital in Grove City, Ohio. His final moments were spent with his family by his side. Born on November 16, 1946, in Hometown, West Virginia, Clarence leaves behind a legacy of service, hard work, and compassion.
From 1966 to 1972, he proudly served as a...
Luella Ramey
Jul 25, 2025
Luella (Evans) Ramey, age 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 25, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio on October 6, 1941. She was a bright light in the lives of her family and those who were fortunate of knowing her.
Luella is survived by her sons, Scot and Sean; her sister, Aggie; brother, Buggy; and many grandchildren. She...
Darryl Adrian Mayo
Jul 24, 2025
Darryl Adrian Mayo, born on August 17, 1945, in Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on July 24, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Darryl had a long and fulfilling career as a machinist for McDonnell Douglas, where he was instrumental in building B1 Bombers. He dedicated over 50 years...
Mike Trace Konkler
Jul 24, 2025
Tracy "Mike Trace" Konkler, 63, of Columbus, OH, left us peacefully early Thursday morning, July 24th 2025 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH, after a brief battle with leukemia. Mike Trace was proceeded in death by his parents Virginia Effie (Snow) and Harold "Pete" Valentine Konkler.
Mike Trace was born in Columbus, OH on January 13, 1962. He graduated from...
Barbara Anne Truman
Jul 24, 2025
Barbara A. Truman, 91, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Barbara was born on April 20, 1934, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Martin Stoffel and Mary Van Dyke.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, husband William H. Truman, her son William Neil (Lorrie) Truman, and granddaughter Andrea Ellen Truman.
She is survived by children: Anne...
Jennifer Sue Hogan
Jul 23, 2025
Jennifer "Jenny" Hogan was born on September 11, 1970 in Wrightstown, New Jersey. She passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 54.
She is survived by her two sons, Jack Bookhamer and Justin Bookhamer. She was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd Hogan and Rose (Kelley).
There will be a visitation at Newcomer Funeral...
Estelle Allen Newkirk
Jul 23, 2025
Estelle Allen Newkirk, born on January 15, 1932, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025 at the age of 93. Estelle was a talented individual who spent her career teaching dance at the Arthur Murray Studio. Dance was a lifelong passion for her, and she remained dedicated to it throughout her life. In addition to her teaching, Estelle was a...
Helen Jane Black
Jul 23, 2025
Helen Jane Black, age 93 of Grove City, OH, passed away on July 23, 2025. She was born on August 10, 1931 to the late William and Margarite (McDonnell) Killian in Columbus, OH. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by husband William Black, siblings Mary Margaret Jones, Joanne Stewart, Robert J. Killian, William J. Killian Jr, Ronald...
Jamie Sue Smith
Jul 22, 2025
Jamie Sue Smith, age 61, passed away on July 22, 2025. She was born on March 30, 1964 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late James H. Waller III and Edna Fleischer. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Nancy Banks; infant brother, Peter; many aunts and uncles. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Kevin...
Katie Meeker
Jul 22, 2025
It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Katie Meeker, 38, of Plain City, Ohio. Katie passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025.
Katie is the oldest of 2 children. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia in 1986 and adopted by Barry & Marilyn Lazarus at one day old. Katie grew...
Timothy James Rhode
Jul 22, 2025
Timothy James Rhode, 67, of Huron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on June 21, 1958, Tim was raised by the lake in Huron, where he enjoyed a beachside childhood full of sunshine, sand, and adventure with friends he remained close with his whole life. His love of the outdoors and active lifestyle continued...
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