LaggahMary Stella Laggah, 90, of Pickerington passed away Monday, February 21, 2011 at her residence. She was born June 20, 1920, in West Africa, daughter of the late John and Ahmie Vandy Brewah. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Laggah and daughter, Petan Kabba. She is survived by her son, Keffie (Delores) Deen; daughters, Francess (Matthew) Allen,...

Swisher Charles W. Swisher, 73, of Grove City, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 surrounded by his loving family. Chuck was born on August 14, 1937 in Columbus, OH to the late Basil and Dorothy Swisher. He served in the Army from 1960-1962, retired from the City of Columbus in 1988 after...

MAYLeona Ruth Stanley-May, 82, of Columbus, OH, passed away February 26, 2011 at home with her family. She was born on October 15, 1928 in Hellier, KY to H. Henan and Kansas (Phiffs) Stanley. Family includes, daughters, Carol J. Minnehan, Barbara L. Babcock, Sandra C. Sharp, sons, Charles R. May, John M. May Sr., sisters, Lorriane (Harm) Thomas, Sharon Kaye...

RICHARDS Stanley L. "Spike" Richards, 90, Columbus, passed away Sunday, February 27, 2011. Stanley was born in Wellston, OH on February 18, 1921, to Herschel L. and Mable R. (Hansgen) Richards and is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Geraldine "Jerry" (Simes) Richards; daughter, Christina Richards; sister, Evelyn. Survivors include his son, Gene "Big Daddy" (Joyce) Richards; grandchildren, Jonathan...

James Willis Walker Strine, 43, passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2011. Jim was born on February 11, 1968 in Kingston, PA. Jim served in the United States Army Reserve. He was employed by J.P. Morgan Chase Bank for the past six years as Vice President Technology Program Manager. He is survived by his loving wife, Lisa, children, Samantha Strine,...

PICCIONEDaniel Ray Piccione, 43, of Columbus, OH passed away, February 26, 2011 at his residence. He was born on December 26, 1967 to Raymond Joseph and Linda V. (Donnally) Piccione, and they survive. He graduated from Hamilton Township High School and Eastland Career Center. Other family includes, son, Daniel Tyler Piccione, brothers, Raymond Deran Piccione, Joseph William (Mary) Piccione, grandmothers,...

YoakumDelores Yoakum, 87, passed away Friday, February 25, 2011 at Broadview Retirement Center. She was born October 29, 1923, in Columbus, daughter of the late Charles and Edna Poole McGarvey. In addition to her parents, Delores was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Libby; great granddaughters, Angel and Gracie; sister, Ardyth Cremeans. She is survived by her sons, Terry (Karolyn)...

Patrick L. "Gunner" Largent, 69, of Columbus, OH, passed away February 26, 2011 at his residence. He was born on February 17, 1942 in Vinton County, OH to Patrick A. and Irene (Davis) Largent. He graduated from Brown-Zalaski High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Patrick leaves behind his loving wife, Sandra S. Largent, children, Bradford (Shirley) Largent...

VogelChloe Vogel infant daughter of Adam and Lisa Price Vogel passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at St. Ann's. In addition to her parents, Chloe is survived by her grandparents, Sheree and Jim McKay, Gary and Deanna Price; aunt, Bridget (Mike) Cogley. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 1, 2011 from 10:30-11:00 AM at Newcomer Funeral Home NE Chapel, 3047 E....

WRIGHTKathleen A. Wright, 62, Lewis Center, passed away Thursday, February 24, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on July 14, 1948, to the late John and Antoinette McCormick. Survivors include her husband, Warren W. Wright; son, Scott Bader; daughter, Lisa (Matt) Davidson; brother, John (Liz) McCormick; sisters, Christine Bush and Jeri Rouhana; grandchildren, Kiala...

AdkinsMelissa Adkins, 74, of Columbus, died Wednesday, February 23, 2011. She was born August 31, 1936, in Ranger, WV, daughter of the late Taylor and Isabelle Toppings Osborn. In addition to her parents Melissa was preceded in death by her husband, Jake Adkins; infant daughter, Ramona Adkins; siblings, Edna Cyfers, Edgar Osborn, Harvey Osborn, Hattie McClellan, Henry Osborn, Thomas Osborn,...

NIGHBERTDennis "Denny" Richard Nighbert, 60, went to his final rest on February 23, 2011 after a long battle with diabetes and muscular dystrophy. Born March 6, 1950. Dennis was a graduate of West High School and a lifelong resident of Columbus. He will be warmly remembered for his devotion to work, family and The Ohio State Buckeyes. Dennis was a...

Tim Tom Burhns, 26, of Columbus, OH, passed away, February 19, 2011 at his residence. He was born in Salinas, CA to Timothy and Loretta K. (Nixon) Burhns. Family includes, daughter, Elexia, twin children, Aaron and Aariona, mother, Loretta K., sisters, Brandy, Luyreter, Rebecca and 5 nieces and 1 nephew, many aunts, uncles, grandmother, Barbara Nixon, grandfather, Charles Burhns. He...

HARDY Richard T. Hardy, 37, Columbus, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 20, 2011. Richard was born in Columbus, OH on May 24, 1973, to Richard L. Hardy and Kathy (Crow) McLaughlin and is survived by his father, Richard (Laura) Hardy and mother, Kathy (David) McLaughlin; son, Jeffrey Hardy; daughter, Ciera Hardy; sister, Pamela (Anthony Gomez) McLaughlin; brother, Steven (Tabatha) Hardy;...

Littleton Opal V. Littleton, 92, of Columbus went home to be with the Lord February 20, 2011. She was born April 19, 1918. Opal, a beautiful woman whose kind and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Naura Logan; husband, Dennis Littleton; children, Denny Littleton and Patty...

Charles W. "Bill" Dolby, 82, of Grove City, OH, passed away peacefully, February 21, 2011 at home surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean L. (Burris) Dolby. Bill was born on June 9, 1928 in Columbus to the late Charles Henry Dolby and Verda Baker. Bill is survived by his children, Deborah (Lee)...

HAWKINSMicah Nathanial Felix Hawkins, 18, lost his life with his long time girlfriend, Brooke Thompson in a tragic accident early Sunday morning on Johnson Rd. in Columbus' southwest side. They were two exceptionally bright children loved by everyone. Micah was a senior at Central Crossing High School set to graduate in May of this year and had already been accepted...

DeVoeRichard "Dick" Leon DeVoe, age 74, began his new journey on February 20, 2011 surrounded by his family. Dick was our beloved father and friend. He was a U.S.M.C. Mortar Man. Dick was a professional painter for over 40 years. He loved classic cars, and old westerns. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Joanna; sons, Briane...

SOWERS (ROSE) Mildred J. Sowers, 77, Westerville, passed away Sunday, February 20, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. Mildred was born in Siler, Ky., on July 31, 1933, to Arthur and Tisha (Bennett) Rose and is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Willard Sowers; daughter, Kim Heffley and brothers, Elmer, Carl and Kenneth. Survivors include her children, Terry (Sue)...

HAINES (ANDERSON) Marilou (Anderson) Haines, 51, passed away Sunday, February 20, 2011. She is survived by her parents, Albert and June Anderson; sisters, Lois (Kevin) Christopher and Debbie (Donald) Buckley; and daughters, Kelly (Chris) Haines Theisen and Casey Haines. Memorial Service Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 3 PM at Community of Christ Church, 840 Rose Hill Rd., Reynoldsburg, OH. Newcomer...