Obituaries
Germaine Evelyn Alexander
Mar 10, 2025
ALEXANDER, Germaine Evelyn (Brunner), 70, of Lockbourne, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025.
Germaine was born on November 8, 1954, to the late Clifford Brunner and Catharine Louise (McGonigle) in Columbus, Ohio. She graduated West High School in 1972. While in high school, she met her beloved husband of nearly 52 years, Earl Eugene Alexander, on a blind date.
Germaine...
Dr. Robert A. Agunga
Mar 10, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert Abugbilla Agunga, who peacefully departed this life on March 10, 2025, in Grove City, Ohio, at the age of 73.Dr. Agunga was born on July 6, 1951, in Kula, a small village near Bawku, Ghana. From humble beginnings, he pursued his passion for education and research, earning a PhD as a...
Jeanine Frash
Mar 10, 2025
Jeanine Frash, age 86, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away on March 10, 2025. Born on April 19, 1938, to the late Albert Callihan and Bonita (Darling) Callihan in Roseville, Ohio, Jeanine grew up surrounded by family values that would guide her throughout her life. She was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Roseville, Ohio.
She is preceded...
Linda Ann Payette
Mar 10, 2025
Linda Ann Payette, born on June 1, 1947, in Fremont, Ohio, passed away on March 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A beacon of kindness, strength, and positivity, Linda was admired for her upbeat personality and unwavering compassion. She had a unique gift for making everyone feel valued, always putting others first and ensuring they were taken care of.
Throughout...
Martha Ann Holt
Mar 9, 2025
Martha Ann Holt, affectionately known as "Mother Holt," was a formidable force in both music and community, born on September 19, 1934, in Columbus, Ohio. She departed from this world on March 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy steeped in faith, love, and the unforgettable sound of her voice.
Throughout her life, Martha was dedicated to her craft as a Gospel...
Evelyn Diaz Santiago
Mar 9, 2025
In Loving Memory of Evelyn Diaz Santiago
Beloved Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Friend
It is with deep sadness and a profound sense of loss that we announce the passing of Evelyn Diaz Santiago, a cherished mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, on March 9, 2025, at the age of 67. Evelyn was a gentle soul whose kindness, compassion, and love left...
Simone Marie Clark
Mar 8, 2025
Simone “Mimi” West-Clark
09/02/1939 - 03/08/2025
Born in Manhattan, NY on September 2nd, 1939 to the late Emile Brousseau and Claire Soltis ~ Marie Simone Brousseau ~
A superior seamstress, Simone made clothing, blankets and beautiful quilts. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, sudoku and crosswords. She loved warm sunny days and her smile was like sunshine. We loved her soft spoken, reassuring demeanor. Her...
Marjorie Ann Nixon
Mar 8, 2025
Marjorie Ann Nixon nee Dodd, 84 of Galesburg, Illinois passed away on March 8, 2025. Ann was born September 3, 1940 in Dickinson, North Dakota. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold Dodd and Marjorie (Shane) Dodd, and her brother James Dodd.
She graduated as valedictorian from Brimfield High School in Brimfield, Illinois in 1958. She then obtained a...
Gene Edward Jeffers
Mar 8, 2025
Gene E. Jeffers, born January 26, 1963 passed unexpectedly March 8, 2025. Originally from Huntington, West Virginia. He graduated from Marshall University and made his home in Columbus, Ohio. An avid Buckeye fan, Gene was known to be the loudest O-H leader everywhere he went. Preceded in death by his father, Oscar E. Jeffers; mother, Mary Ann Jeffers Webb; and...
James Richard Treadway
Mar 8, 2025
Sunrise 7/8/1941
Sunset 03/08/2025
Dick passed away on Saturday March 8th at his long time residence in Columbus Ohio. He was an avid hunter, angler and a true master storyteller. He had a great passion for his family, music & life. He will be greatly missed by everyone and was truly one of the greatest characters to ever grace God’s earth.
Dick met...
Sandra Schmidt
Mar 8, 2025
Sandra Schmidt, aged 69, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Delaware, Ohio. Born on November 3, 1955, Sandra dedicated her life to the care and well-being of others, both through her professional work and personal endeavors.
Sandra's career as a Licensed Practical Nurse spanned several esteemed institutions including Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio, Grant Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, and Hilliard...
Leon D. Chapman
Mar 8, 2025
Leon D. Chapman, 88, passed away March 8, 2025. He was preceded in death by parents, William and Oretta Chapman; son, Rocky Chapman; wife, Virgie; brothers, Eugene, James, Robert, Sherman; sister, Irene; step-daughter; Janice; granddaughter, Nicki. Leon is survived by daughter, Cheryl (Kenneth) White; stepchildren, Larry, Steve, and Patricia; brothers, Bill and Leo; sisters, Sally and Sherley; many grandchildren and...
Rick Grant
Mar 7, 2025
Rick Grant, age 69, of Columbus, OH, passed away on March 7, 2025. He was born on December 19, 1955 to William "Bill" and Betty Jean (VanFossan) Grant in Columbus, OH. He was preceded in death by his father, sister Kim Grant, and brother from another mother Rick "Roach" Chapman. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 48 years...
Heidi Hendrix
Mar 7, 2025
Heidi Hendrix, age 53 of Grove City, OH, passed away on March 7, 2025. She was born on July 4, 1971 to the late William and Elizabeth Steffens in Marysville, OH. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by sister Lisa. Heidi is survived by her husband of 7 years Richard Hendrix, children Kristen (Eric) Everetts, Jason Smith,...
Janet M. Manley
Mar 7, 2025
Janet Marie Manley, 86, passed away March 7, 2025. She was preceded in death by parents, Walton and Susan Manley; daughter, Carol A. Gillenwater; brother, Carol Manley; ex-husband, Marvin Boyles. Janet is survived by daughters, Yvonne Wilcox, Susan Gipson, and Shelly (Patrick) Gibson; Karen Boyles; grandchildren, Randall Rader, Malia O'Connell, Cori Zander, Melissa Seiller, Bradley Gillenwater, Brett Massie, D.J. Thivener,...
Theresa Serra
Mar 6, 2025
Theresa Marie Serra (Vitale), 98, formerly of Florissant, Missouri, passed away 2:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, 2025, at The Inn at Walnut Trail, Sunbury, Ohio.
Theresa Marie Serra (Vitale), 98, formerly of Florissant, Missouri, passed away 2:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, 2025, at The Inn at Walnut Trail, Sunbury, Ohio.
Theresa was born June 10, 1926, in St. Louis, Missouri, the seventh...
Robert Lee Massey
Mar 6, 2025
Robert Lee Massey (“Bob”), 93, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his home in Alexandria, Ohio. Bob was born on September 14, 1931, in Marietta, Ohio, to Parents John Edward Massey and Florence Pearl (Brothers) Massey. Bob was married for 70 years to the love of his life, Peggy (Weekley) Massey. Bob is survived by his Wife,...
Carol Jo Carr
Mar 6, 2025
Carol Jo Carr, born on August 22, 1951, passed away suddenly from heart failure on March 6, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. She retired from Chemical Abstract Services after 47 years, and lived a full and vibrant life, marked by her unwavering commitment to her job, family and an extensive network of friends.
Carol’s proudest accomplishment was her enduring marriage to her...
Gary Eugene Frey
Mar 6, 2025
Gary Eugene Frey, 90, of Westerville, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025. He was born in Steubenville, Ohio on June 6, 1934, to the late George and Annie (Linton) Frey. Gary married his beautiful wife, Marilyn J. Yates, on September 16, 1960.
Along with his loving wife of over 64 years, Gary is survived by his two sons, Curtis (Lisa)...
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