Obituaries

Alma Ruth Smith

Alma Ruth Smith

Apr 30, 2014

Alma Ruth Smith, 74, passed away on April 30, 2014 in Columbus, OH surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 7, 1939 in Greenville, MS to J.B. and Rosetta (Hemphill) Jennings. Alma is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, O.Z. and O.C. Jennings.She is survived by husband of 53 years Albert James Smith Sr.; children,...

Floyd "Charlie" Oliver

Floyd "Charlie" Oliver

Apr 30, 2014

"Charlie" Oliver, 48, passed away April 30, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Oliver; and grandparents. Charlie is survived by his father, Lloyd Oliver; siblings, Geneva (James) Webb, Bub (Roxanna) Oliver, Wayne (Bev) Oliver, Patty (Chuck) Risinger; numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles and friends. He really...

Forrest W. Brandenburg

Forrest W. Brandenburg

Apr 30, 2014

Forrest W. Brandenburg, 90 of Columbus, passed away at Doctor's West Hospital on April 30, 2014. Born on May 15, 1923 to the late Forrest and Florence (Haffner) Brandenburg in Dayton, Ohio. Forrest served with the U.S. Air Force. Survived by wife of 15 years Shirley (Gibson) Brandenburg, many nieces and nephews. Memorial service to be held at a later...

Michael Joseph-Christopher Hanson

Michael Joseph-Christopher Hanson

Apr 30, 2014

Michael Joseph-Christopher Hanson, 63 of Columbus, passed away at Mt. Carmel West Hospital on April 30, 2014. Born on February 17, 1951 to the late Nelson and Veronica (Murphy) Hanson in Columbus, Ohio. Survived by wife of 38 years Terry (Gantz) Hanson, daughter Kelli (Chris) Clark, grandchildren Nathan and Andrew Clark, K-9 companion Shadow, siblings Carole (Dale) Jones and Cathy...

Andrew Bradley

Andrew Bradley

Apr 28, 2014

Andrew A. Bradley, 49, passed away April 28, 2014. He was preceded in death by parents, Neilis and Marcia Bradley; uncles, Hansel and Bernis Bradley; aunt, Rita (John) Amburgey. Andy is survived by wife, Lori Bradley; daughter, Brooke Bradley; granddaughter, Sophia Howen; brothers, Darrell (Katie) Bradley and Fred (Ann) Bradley; numerous nieces and nephews. Andy was loved by all and...

Rachel M. Durrer

Rachel M. Durrer

Apr 28, 2014

Rachel Durrer, 75, of Lockbourne, OH, passed away after a short illness on April 28, 2014. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Robin Marie Durrer. A graveside service will be held at 11am, Saturday, May 10, 2014 at Jersey Township Cemetery, Pataskala, OH. Memorial donations may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

William A. Ives

William A. Ives

Apr 28, 2014

William Ives, 75, passed away on April 28, 2014. He was born on April 13, 1939. Bill retired from AEP in 2007. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Helen Ives. Surviving family includes, wife, Kathleen, children, William Ives II, Steven Ives, Tracie (Jon)Ives-Bellamy, grandchildren, Shawn Ives, Rachel Tyo, Rachael Bellamy, Taylor Bellamy, brother, Frederick (Reah) Ives,...

Helen "Hat" Agler Troup

Helen "Hat" Agler Troup

Apr 27, 2014

Helen "Hat" Agler Troup, 74, passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 27, 2014. She was born in Columbus, OH on January 16, 1940 to Norman and Evelyn (Durrett) Agler.Helen is preceded in death by her parents; and grandmother, Vera Hill Agler. She is survived by her children, Laura Frank and Daniel Troup; granddaughter, Samantha Frank; and many...

Shirley Ann Wine

Shirley Ann Wine

Apr 26, 2014

Shirley Ann Wine, 60, passed away on April 26, 2014 in Columbus, OH. She was born on March 14, 1954 in Columbus, OH to Boyd and Clara (George) Wine. She is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Robert C. Wine and Billy L. Wine. She is survived by her children, David C. Wine, Judy V. Wine, and Betty...

Donald L. Maier Sr.

Donald L. Maier Sr.

Apr 26, 2014

Donald L. Maier Sr., 74, passed away at his home on April 26, 2014. He was preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Hazel Maier; brothers, Carl, Kenneth and Eugene; sisters, Helen, Betty, Shirley and Thelma. Donald is survived by his wife of almost 55 years, Beverly; children, Donnie Maier, Sherry (Danny) Frye, Darlene (Chuck) Rupe, Kevin (Brenda) Maier, Chris...

John F. Gorslene

John F. Gorslene

Apr 25, 2014

John F Gorslene, 60 of Grove City, passed away on April 25, 2014. Born on May 22, 1953 to the late Robert and Helena (Herbst) Gorslene. John served in the Air Force, Army, Air Force Reserve and the Air National Guard. Survived by wife of 44 years Joyce (Rich) Gorslene, children Michelle, Johnny (Angie), Lisa, Christina Gorslene, grandchildren Sierra, Juston,...

William Palmer

William Palmer

Apr 25, 2014

William "Lee" Palmer, 70, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 25, 2014 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born July 28, 1943 in Columbus, son of the late William H. and Martha H. (Davies) Palmer. In addition to his parents, Lee was preceded in death by his sister, Peggy Williams. He retired from the Columbus Fire Department with 25...

Wayne Edward Robbins

Wayne Edward Robbins

Apr 25, 2014

Eddie Robbins, 90, passed away April 25, 2014. He was preceded in death by parents, Paul and Frances Robbins; sisters, Helen and Phyllis, grandson, Roger. Eddie is survived by children, Ron Robbins, Lisa Miller, Kelly Robbins, Tracy Robbins and Misty Blevins; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and lifelong friends Don Wolfe, Don Hutchinson and Roy Duke and many others. Eddie was...

Kenny F. Akers

Kenny F. Akers

Apr 25, 2014

Kenny F. Akers, 60, passed away April 25, 2014. He was preceded in death by his mother Mae E. Akers and sister, Judy Gee. Kenny is survived by his wife, Denise; father, Reverend James E. Akers; children, Amanda Akers, Lewis Akers, Lori Akers, Leah Akers, Kim (Chris) Chapin and Sherry Salyers; niece, Amy Gee; nephew, Anthony Gee; brother, James Akers;...

John W. Douglas

John W. Douglas

Apr 25, 2014

John W. Douglas, 52, passed away on April 25, 2014 at his childhood home with his dad, mom and sister by his side, after a short battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his long time companion, Cheri Poole; grandparents, Irene Vaughn and George Douglas, Niza Ray and Troy Ray. John is survived by parents, Jim and Barbara...

Martha Janetsky

Martha Janetsky

Apr 25, 2014

Martha "Marty" Janetsky, of Columbus, passed away Friday, April 25, 2014 at her residence. She was born in Ostrander, daughter of the late Edwin and Frances McIntyre Prouty. In addition to her parents, Marty was preceded in death by her son, David Hillyard; brother, Chauncey Prouty; sister, Mary Boals and daughter-in-law, Zura Hillyard. She retired as a Secretary from Associated...

Iris Joan Dobbins

Iris Joan Dobbins

Apr 24, 2014

Iris Joan Dobbins, 82, of Gahanna, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2014 at her residence. She was born March 2, 1932 in Chillicothe, daughter of the late Arthur Lee and Rosetta Johnson Cooper. In addition to her parents, Iris was preceded in death by her husband, Hollie Dobbins; daughter, Vickie Dobbins; sisters, Catherine, Virginia "Bea" and Charlotte "Jean" Cooper, Patricia...

Kellis Randy Morris Jr.

Kellis Randy Morris Jr.

Apr 24, 2014

Kellis Randy Morris Jr., 55, passed away April 24, 2014. He was preceded in death by his mother, Billie Irene Morris and brother, Gary Morris. Randy is survived by his father, Kellis Morris Sr.; son, Kellis Randy Morris III; cousins, Linda (Frank) Vitullo, Debra (Robert) Porter, Linda (Josh) Crandall, Carol (Ed) Coyle, Pat (John Dale) Sheets, Colleen (Robbie) Bissonette, Collette...

Penny Marsee

Penny Marsee

Apr 24, 2014

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Steven Jay Nance

Steven Jay Nance

Apr 23, 2014

Steven Jay Nance, 57, of Galena, OH, left this "Beautiful Green Planet" suddenly on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, doing what he did best: repairing medical equipment. His soul was in his music with a voice that many have said sounded like Neil Young: his favorite artist. Music was his favorite hobby and he hosted years of open mic nights at...

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