Obituaries

Haydon Ryan Chaffin

Haydon Ryan Chaffin

Aug 1, 2025

Haydon Ryan Chaffin, born July 31st, 2025 passed away peacefully in his mommy's arms on August 1st, 2025.  He was preceded in death by his grandma, Kimberly and his uncle, Dwane.  Haydon is survived by mother, Megan; his twin brother, Grayson; dad, Philip; grandpa, Brad; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  

Visitation Monday, August 11, 2025 from 10am until the time...

Catherine Cordle

Catherine Cordle

Aug 1, 2025

Catherine Lucille Cordle, age 75, of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on August 1, 2025. Catherine was born on February 14, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lamar and Mary Brink.

Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Cordle, sons, Terry Estep and Bill Estep, daughter, Mary Estep, siblings, Marty, Bob, Les, and Jerry.

She...

Stephen E. Saum

Stephen E. Saum

Aug 1, 2025

Stephen Earl Saum passed over into the arms of Jesus at 7:00 AM on August 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Jeannie and their children: Sarah Saum (Ben Dickerson); Nathan Saum and wife Kaitlin; Rebekah Saum; Rada Lehmer and husband Matt; and grandchildren Naomi and Madison Molyneaux; and bonus...

Jack M Sims

Jack M Sims

Aug 1, 2025

Jack M Sims, age 84 of Columbus, OH passed away on August 1, 2025. He was born on July 23, 1941 to the late Ralph and Clara (Lehnert) Sims in Columbus, OH. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by wife Ann Sims, infant son Jason Sims, brother Ray Sims and a sister Dona Sims. Jack is survived...

Jeffrey Lawrence Perry

Jeffrey Lawrence Perry

Jul 30, 2025

With a heart full of hope and love for his family, Jeffrey Lawrence Perry entered his eternal rest on the morning of July 30, 2025, at the age of 60.

A beloved son, husband, brother, cousin, and friend, Jeff was born on September 21, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio to Arthur Perry and Gloria (Perry) Gibson. From an early age, Jeff showed...

Timothy John Snively

Timothy John Snively

Jul 30, 2025

Timothy John Snively, 75, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away July 30, 2025. He was born on January 16, 1950 to the late Dr. L. J. and Jane R. (Ressler) Snively.

Tim was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School in 1968. He then attended Wittenberg University, and graduated in 1972. Tim worked as a nurse at Ohio State University for many...

Larry P Woodruff

Larry P Woodruff

Jul 30, 2025

Larry P Woodruff, age 73 of Groveport, OH, passed away on July 30, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1951 to the late Brother and Francis (Strutt) Woodruff in Piketon, OH. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Nancy (Huhn) Woodruff, sons Paul (Jessica) Woodruff and Jerry (Shelly) Woodruff, grandchildren Angelina (Sean) Crawford, Jacob (Madi) Woodruff,...

Debbie Jo Starkey

Debbie Jo Starkey

Jul 30, 2025

Debbie Jo Starkey, age 70, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025. Born on September 29, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio, Debbie was the beloved daughter of the late David and Joanne Shinn. Her life was filled with an abundance of love that she generously shared with those around her.

Debbie is lovingly survived by her devoted husband...

Paula S Snarski

Paula S Snarski

Jul 29, 2025

Paula Susan Snarski, 74, passed away in her daughter's home on July29th, 2025. Prior to moving closer to her family in Delaware, OH in May of 2023,Paula spent decades of her life living outside of Chicago, IL andworking as a Legal Secretary for Goldberg Kohn. She was known for her workethic and dedication before her retirement. She adored her pet...

Elicia Louise Madubuko

Elicia Louise Madubuko

Jul 29, 2025

Elicia Louise Madubuko, affectionately known as Licia, peacefully departed this world on July 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born on October 13, 1961, in Akron, Ohio, Licia was not only the life of the party but also a beacon of kindness and selflessness. Her infectious spirit and adventurous nature brought joy to everyone...

Richard "Rick" William Reynolds

Richard "Rick" William Reynolds

Jul 29, 2025

Richard William Reynolds age 64 transitioned to be with the Lord on July 29, 2025. He is survived by mother (Julia Ann Reynolds) sisters (Tina Davis and Susan Thompson) Children Richard "Suave" (Karolls) Reynolds, Misty "Dawn" Reynolds, Lindsay "Kay" (Chris) Messer, Haley "Rica" Reynolds and Nathan "Chop" (Cassie) Reynolds. 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

Rick is preceded in death by father,...

Robert "Bob" James Kettering

Robert "Bob" James Kettering

Jul 29, 2025

Robert Kettering, (79) of North Ridge, Ohio, passed away on July 29, 2025. Bob was born January 30th, 1946. 

He is preceded in death by his parents: Delbert and Helen, brothers Fred, Neil and Keith, son Dennis, grandchild Jessica. 

Survived by his loving wife of 30 years, (Trish), sister Martha Stevens, children Christopher, Charla (Rick), Gary, Greg (Patti), daughters in law Kim...

Lloyd "Mick" Eugene Barton Sr.

Lloyd "Mick" Eugene Barton Sr.

Jul 28, 2025

Lloyd E Barton, born July 31, 1930 in Asheville Ohio went home to Jesus on July 28, 2025. He was a beloved father and grandfather.

Lloyd was proceeded in death by his wife of 66 years Janet June Barton. They had three sons, Gene (Maria) Barton, Randy (Kathy) Barton, Jeff (Tracy) Barton; seven grandkids, including Shelley (Scott) Neaves, Tiffany Barton, Patrick...

Diana Lynn Butler

Diana Lynn Butler

Jul 28, 2025

Diana Lynn (Carter) Butler was born on June 20, 1945 in Olive Hill, Kentucky to the late John H. and Thurma (Barker) Carter. On Monday, July 28, 2025, Diana made her final journey with her loving husband of almost 61 years by her side.

She is survived by her husband, Mitchell Ray Butler, three children, Scott Butler, Cindy (David) Leonard and...

T. Lorraine Fraley

T. Lorraine Fraley

Jul 28, 2025

T. Lorraine Fraley, age 98, passed away on July 28, 2025. She was born on November 20, 1926 in Lucasville, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Fraley; parents, Henry and Ora (Bush) Middaugh; siblings, Etta Lena Hitchcock, John Middaugh, Dorothy Moore, Juanita Owens, Alice Ashcraft, Ralph Middaugh, Henry Middaugh Jr., Paul Middaugh, Wanda Roffe, Wayne Middaugh....

Donna Jean Nelson

Donna Jean Nelson

Jul 27, 2025

Donna Jean Nelson, age 88, most recently of Delaware, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones July 27th, 2025.

Donna was born July 30th, 1936 in Akron, Ohio to Philomena (Werner) & Dean Wake. She was a proud graduate of St. Mary’s High School in June, 1954. 

Donna married Frank (William Franklin) Nelson eloping to Angola, Indiana, at the tender age...

Mary Ruth Ables

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

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

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

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...

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