MEINKEJesse Dale Meinke, 30 years old, Grove City resident, passed away on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010. Jesse was a 1998 Grove City High School Graduate and attended Columbus State for Auto Mechanics. Jesse had a heart of gold and never met a stranger. He truly loved his family, had a smile that would light up a room, and was able...

WALTONMarjorie M. Walton, 96, Columbus, was called Home to Jesus on Tuesday, March 16, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Marjorie was born in Detroit, MI., on November 12, 1913, and is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ernest J. Walton; son, Ernest L. Walton. Survivors include her son, James (Carol) Walton; sister, Eunice (William) Duncan; daughter-in-law, Ann Walton;...

WERTHWendy Marie Werth, 35, passed away after a long battle with illness on March 15, 2010. She is survived by her father, Duane Werth; mother, Jennifer West-Werth; brothers, Timothy (Melissa) and Matthew; her furry companion, Chewy; grandmother, Mary West and many other family and friends. Wendy always put others needs before her own, loved children and was strong in her...

LUCASEdward J. Lucas, 78, of Pataskala, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2010. Ed was born to Robert E. and Margaret (Littleton) Lucas in Moundsville, WV., on January 21, 1932, and is preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, two sisters and a granddaughter. Survivors include his daughter, Lori (Tim) Miller; sons, Joseph and Matthew (Brenda) Lucas; sisters, Betty and...

ALLEYLawrence K. "Larry" Alley, 57, of Gahanna, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2010, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Columbus on December 11, 1952, to William A. and Lillian (Kennis) Alley, Larry is preceded in death by his father and his first wife, Jacklyn (Iarussi) Alley. Survivors include his wife, Linda (Christopher) Alley; mother, Lillian (Kennis) Alley; sons, Brian...

ThomasHerbert M. Thomas Sr., 80, of Columbus, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2010 at St. Ann's Hospital. He was born April 14, 1929, in Huntington, WV, son of the late Earl Adkins and Nora Thomas. In addition to his parents, Herb was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Thomas; son-in-law, Donald Fishburn and 13 siblings. He served in the...

MOORED. W. "Pete" Moore passed away March 11, 2010 at Summerville at Outlook Manor. He was born in Ravenswood, WV. Pete was a WWII veteran and served in General Patton's 7th Army throughout Europe. He retired after 42 years from Nabisco Kraft and was affectionately known as the "Cookie Man." He was a loyal Buckeye fan, excelling at tailgating. He...

ScalesFranklin Delano Scales Sr., 76, of Columbus, passed away after a courageous battle with COPD surrounded by his loving family Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Mt. Carmel West. He was born January 30, 1934, in Columbus, son of the late Francis "Skeets" and Bernadine "Bee" Boehm Scales. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his brothers,...

BradshawJames "Jimmy" Bradshaw, 59, of Grove City passed away Thursday, March 11, 2010 at the Odyssey House. He was born March 26, 1950 in St. Louis, MO, son of the late Les and Martha LeResche Bradshaw. In addition to his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by his niece, Riley Bradshaw. He was a 1968 graduate of Northland High School....

LEVINGSRhonda S. Levings, 46 years old, longtime resident of Morrow County, passed peacefully on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010, after a 14 month long courageous battle with cancer. Rhonda will always be remembered for her willingness to help others, sense of humor, and her dedication to her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald and Nancy...

KINCAID Edith Viola Kincaid, 85, Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully at New Albany Care Center on March 4, 2010. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Hazlett and her mother, Esta Hazlett; 3 sisters and 1 brother. Edith was married for 65 years and is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kincaid; daughter, Judith (Brian)...

COLLIEREvelyn Louise Collier, Columbus, OH, was born September 13, 1924, in Firebrick Kentucky. She peacefully went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2010, at The Tuscany Gardens, surrounded by loved ones. Evelyn was a very special and amazing woman, who will be greatly missed by all. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, Edna and Joe Blair;...

CooperriderJames Jay Cooperrider, 44, of Columbus passed away Saturday, March 6, 2010. He was born December 27, 1965 in Columbus. Jay is survived by his wife, Julie Brown Cooperrider; sons, Luke and Justin Cooperrider; daughters, Kasey and Lindsey Sagraves; mother, Judy (Nelson) Dozer McLeese; brother, Jeffrey (Tracy) Cooperrider; sister, Julie (Bryan) Murphy; stepbrother, James (Rachel) McLeese; stepsister, Debbie Lewis; maternal...

RICHARDSShirley L. Richards, 60, passed away after a battle with COPD and pneumonia on March 8, 2010 at the Village at Westerville. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Gary and their beloved pet, K-C Boy. Services will be private. Newcomer Funeral Home, Columbus, was honored to serve the Richards family. GO BUCKS!

OVERLYWilliam James "Bill" Overly, 59, of Chillicothe, passed away Sunday morning, February 28th, 2010, at Mt. Carmel West, following an extended illness. Bill was a veteran of the US Army, proudly served his country in Vietnam. He was born January 4th, 1951 to the late Charles R. "Eightball" and Connie M. Overly. Bill is survived by his sister, Andrea Krick...

KEANDennis E. Kean, lost his battle with cancer at the age 59. He died peacefully with his family by his side. Dennis loved life and racing. He was an avid participant, owner and supporter of NASCAR. He has been involved as a Team Manager in 3 Regional NASCAR Championships and worked for M&R Body Shop before he become ill. Dennis...

MIZEPaul W. Mize, 41 years old, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 4th, 2010. Paul was a devoted husband and father. He had a love for music and enjoyed playing and collecting guitars. He will be deeply missed by his loving parents, Chester and Billie Mize, his loving wife of 18 years, Joanna Bocook-Mize, four precious daughters: Alyssa, Paige, Lauren...

BEEMDebra "Debbie" Beem, 55 years old, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 5th, 2010. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Shirley Mullins, and sister, Barbara Mullins. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Earl Beem, three daughters: Laurie (Mike) Stickdorn, Leslie (Robert Cannaday) Beem, and Stacie (Todd) Rodgers, sister...

LYBROOKLinda C. Lybrook, 59 years old, passed away on Thursday, March 4th, 2010, surrounded by her family. She enjoyed reading, visiting family in Kentucky, cooking, music, and dancing. Linda was a dedicated wife and mother. She was preceded in death by her father, Dwain Sparkman, her loving husband of 37 years, when he passed, Larry "Bud" Lybrook. She is survived...