Obituaries
Douglas M. Swisher
Jan 3, 2025
Douglas M. Swisher, 79, of Westerville, OH passed away January 3, 2025.
Douglas was born April 19, 1945 in Chicago, IL to Douglas and Sarah (Prickett) Swisher.
He proudly served in the United States Army for several years. Douglas graduated from Ohio State University. He greatly enjoyed collecting coins, stamps and postcards. Douglas was an accomplished writer with several poems published. He...
Shannon Leigh Harrison
Jan 3, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Shannon Leigh Harrison (February 28, 1986-January 3, 2025), a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend who left this world too soon. Shannon’s mother and father were with her when she passed. Born in Columbus Ohio, Shannon attended Westland, & Central Crossing High Schools.
Shannon had a vibrant spirit and love of...
Camille Hockenberry
Jan 3, 2025
Camille Ursula Abigail Hockenberry 2/18/50 to 1/3/25 daughter of Clement & Grace Hazell, was born in Georgetown, Guyana where her journey began before moving to the United States to build a life of love, resilience and commitment to her family.
Amazing mother, of 4 boys Rhaoul Carter 3/23/77 - 8/8/16, Carlos Andre Carter, Ibraheem ElGallad and Noor ElGallad who will carry...
Charlie Lindner
Jan 2, 2025
Charles Edward "Charlie" Lindner, 74, of Columbus, OH. He was born on February 2, 1950 in Columbus, OH. He attended Brookhaven High School.
Charlie had such a great heart always willing to help anyone in need. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was assigned to special unit Black Horse Cavalry during his time...
Belinda K. Shaw
Jan 2, 2025
Belinda Kay Shaw, age 75, of Orient, Ohio passed away on January 2, 2025. It is said “the purity of a person’s heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals.” This was true for Belinda as she was a lover of all animals but always had a special place in her heart and home for cats and dogs....
Isabella Akers
Jan 1, 2025
Isabella Akers passed away on 1st January 2025. She was born in Northern Ireland on 5th January 1939.
She is survived by her son Kelvin, daughter-in-law, Debbie; grandchildren, Katie and Ryan; their partners, Robert and Suzi; her great-grandchildren, Harrison and Joshua; and her friend, Sue Gyke.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary.
Isabella loved The Ohio State Buckeyes and Chelsea.
A...
Hung Quang Dam
Jan 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hung Quang Dam of Powell Ohio, on January 1, 2025, at the age of 69. He was born on July 18, 1955, in Quang Ngai, Vietnam. A devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, Hung leaves behind his beloved wife, My Phan Dam, and their two daughters, Rachel Ashley...
Duane Floyd McCoy
Jan 1, 2025
Duane Floyd McCoy, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 1st, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Duane was born on April 25, 1934, in Denver, Colorado. He was the cherished husband of Ardith McCoy for 68 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Ardith; his daughters Sharon (Michael), Dianne (Doug), Yvonne (Joe); his sons...
Mary Alice McClung
Dec 31, 2024
Mary Alice McClung (Strohmeyer) born May 16,1948 in Steubenville,Ohio
Passed away peacefully on December 31st. @ 10:10pm @ Columbus's Kobacker Hospice Center. She is survived by her beloved Husband John B. McClung of (33) years, paternal son Ronald James Bruce, Stepdaughter's Tiffany Owens and Katrina Jackson. She also has one Grandson Danny Bruce, three grand daughters Lilly, Maddison & Olivia Owens.
The...
Peggy Payne
Dec 31, 2024
Peggy Payne, 88, of Atlanta, GA, and Scaly Mountain, NC, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.
Born on August 12, 1936, in Henderson, NC, to the late Kathryn (Lumley) Marshall, Peggy spent her early years in the Carolinas before moving to Ohio at the age of 13. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother and...
Diana Lee Minshall
Dec 31, 2024
Diana Lee Minshall, age 81, passed away on December 31, 2024. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 24, 1943. She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard “Rick” Minshall. Diana is survived by her son, Sean (Lynette) Minshall; grandson, Gunnar Minshall; sister, Sue Pentz; many nieces and nephews. Private services are being held at the NEWCOMER SOUTHWEST...
Betty Jean Estep
Dec 31, 2024
Betty Jean Estep, born on May 15, 1935, in the quaint town of Paintsville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio at Oak Leaf Village Assisted Living Center. Her life, marked by grace and love, was a testament to the joy she brought to those around her. As a devoted mother and housewife, she dedicated herself...
Isaac Ray Flanery
Dec 31, 2024
Isaac Ray Flanery of Columbus Ohio passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Kobacher House December 31st 2024. Born on July 10th 1942 in Martin Kentucky, Issac is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Elaine (Wilson) Flanery. Preceded in death by his parents Henry Harrison Flanery born in Floyd County Kentucky and Josephine (Gibson) Nessleroad born in...
Robert William Furlong
Dec 31, 2024
Robert William Furlong, affectionately known as Bob, passed away on December 31, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 93. He was born on October 11, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois. Bob lived a life rich with love, laughter, and unforgettable stories that he generously shared with everyone around him.
In his professional journey, Bob was not just a salesman; he...
Catherine Pauline Swint
Dec 30, 2024
Catherine Pauline Swint, 75, of New Marshfield, passed away on December 30, 2024 at home, surrounded by family. She was born in Galena, Ohio on October 16, 1949 to the late Marcus Homer and Geraldine (Thornton) Mann. She married Elbie Swint, Sr., and he preceded her in death on Christmas Day of 2017.
Those left to cherish the memories of Catherine...
Dorothy Beery
Dec 30, 2024
Dorothy Beery, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, in Gahanna, Ohio. Born to Harley Kirker Sr. and Della Bowles, on July 9, 1925, in Jefferson Twp., Brown County, Ohio, she enriched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.
Dorothy was known for her deep love of family and the joy she derived from...
Charley Hager
Dec 30, 2024
Charley Hager, age 84 of Columbus, passed away on December 30, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1940 in Pike County, KY. Charley was preceded in death by his parents Russell and Emma Hager, siblings Jean McNeal, Martha Smith, George Hager, Brenda Hatfield and Faye Maynard, granddaughter Abby Hager. He is survived by his loving sons Mike (Chris) Hager...
Cindy K. Harris
Dec 30, 2024
Cindy Kay "Mawmaw" Harris, 68, passed away on December 30th, 2024 in the comfort of her own home with her loving family at her side.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Norman Harris, Sr. and parents, Chuck and Dorothy Linley.
In her prime days of life, Cindy loved spending her weekends camping on the Muskingum River or down at her...
Douglas Alan Robson
Dec 29, 2024
Douglas Alan Robson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, son-in-law, brother, cousin, and friend, passed away on December 29, 2024, leaving a legacy of love and fond memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on September 4, 1964, Doug was a vibrant spirit whose passion for life was evident in everything he did.
Doug's greatest...
Roger William Grime
Dec 29, 2024
Roger William Grime, 80, of Reynoldsburg, passed the morning of Sunday, December 29, 2024. Roger was born on August 18, 1944 in Adrian, Michigan to the late William Joseph and Lavina (Tuckerman) Grime. He married Elizabeth Ensley on June 24, 1972 and she survives.
Along with his wife, Roger is survived by his loving children, Jacki (Robert) Ahern, William Grime, Sarah...
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