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Recent obituaries in Columbus, Ohio

The obituaries in the Columbus, Ohio Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Columbus, Ohio's history and identity.

Marcella Durfey

Marcella Durfey

Jan 18, 2025

Marcella J Durfey, age 83, passed away on January 18, 2025. She was born on December 18, 1941 in Marion, Ohio to Hasel and Mary (Holt) Pickens. 

Marcella is preceded in death by her parents and son. She is survived by two daughters and many dear friends and family. 

Theresa Jo (Wilson) Crozier

Theresa Jo (Wilson) Crozier

Jan 18, 2025

A memorial service for Theresa Jo (Wilson) Crozier, 66, of Heath will be held at 11am on Friday, January 24th, 2025, at Christian Life Center, 665 Linnville Rd. SE, Heath with Pastor Michael Ensey and Bishop T. L. Kirk officiating. 

Theresa passed away on Saturday, January 18th, 2025, at Licking Memorial Hospital under Hospice of Central Ohio’s care. She was born...

Daniel A "Bud" Smith

Daniel A "Bud" Smith

Jan 17, 2025

Daniel A “Bud” Smith - 81, passed away on 01/17/2025. 

He is survived by his wife Penny Smith, sons Daniel (Kathryn Sanders-Smith) Smith Jr., Aaron (Masha Meyta) Smith, and Partick (Amanda) North; and grandchildren Austin, Maxim, Devin, Hunter, and Madison. Daughters-in-law Kathryn Sanders-Smith, Masha Meyta, and Amanda Saxton.

Born on 07/02/1943 in Columbus, Ohio, Bud lived a beautiful life as a husband,...

Catharine Nimon

Catharine Nimon

Jan 14, 2025

Mary “Catharine” Nimon, 76, of Chillicothe, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025 at home. 

Catharine was born in Lancaster, Ohio on May 25,1948 to the late Rose (Sullivan) and Harold Nimon. 

Catharine graduated from Lancaster High School in 1966. In addition to raising her children, she was an accomplished artist. Always working on her craft, she taught many students throughout...

Jeremy J Gore

Jeremy J Gore

Jan 13, 2025

Jeremy Joseph Gore passed away in his home on January 13, 2025. He was 43 years old. Along with many friends and neighbors, he leaves behind his mother, Cathy Shoemaker and husband Chris Shoemaker; his father, Richard Gore and partner Susan Cook; his siblings, Christopher Coffin and Caity Coffin; his sister-in-law, Amy Coffin; and his nephews and niece, Alfie, Billy,...

Sanda K. Muncy

Sanda K. Muncy

Jan 13, 2025

Sandra K. Muncy, age 51, passed away on January 13, 2025. She was born on January 10, 1974 in Springfield, Ohio to Terry and Teresa Fetty.

She is survived by her daughters, sister, and other dear friends and family. 

Elaine Marie McKinley

Elaine Marie McKinley

Jan 12, 2025

Elaine Marie McKinley, 79, of Reynoldsburg, passed away January 12, 2025. She was born September 20, 1945, in Columbus to the late Joseph and Elsie Bates Semon. Elaine was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Kenneth McKinley, and brothers, Joseph and William Semon.

 Elaine is survived by four children: Marie (Flip) Carkido, Kenneth (Kathy) McKinley, Jody (Mark)...

Dennis J Reeves

Dennis J Reeves

Jan 9, 2025

Dennis J Reeves 68 of Ashland passed away January 9th 2025 peacefully at home with his loved ones by his side.

Dennis was a man of very strong faith. He loved to minister and pray with everyone her met. Dennis did not know a stranger. He loved being outdoors and tinkering in his garage. He loved rebuilding small engines and making...

Patricia Ann Thacker

Patricia Ann Thacker

Jan 7, 2025

Patricia Ann Thacker, 63, passed away peacefully at her home in Bremen, Ohio, on January 7, 2025. She was born on September 22, 1961, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Harold and Geraldine (Oiler) Hiles.

A graduate of Fairfield Union High School, Patricia dedicated much of her life to being a homemaker. She found joy in cooking and was especially known for her...

William Patrick Caito

William Patrick Caito

Jan 7, 2025

William Patrick Caito, 73, passed away on January 7, 2025. He was a proud marine.

Preceding Bill in death were his father Charles E Caito Sr, mother Velma D Caito, brother Charles E Caito Jr, sister Gloria C Jessop, nephew Andrew McGonigle, and niece Michelle Caito. 

Bill is survived by his sisters Andrea Caito and Jo Ann Miles, special niece Lorena Caito,...

Jeffrey Mark Six

Jeffrey Mark Six

Jan 6, 2025

Jeffrey Mark Six, 62, of Mount Sterling Ohio passed on Jan. 6th 2025.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio. The son of the late, Joann Mertz and Bennie Jordan. He will be reunited with his parents and late brother James Six in heaven.

He was always found either helping his childhood friends- Damon & Derek- on the farm or helping his friend...

Valerie Lynne Sheik

Valerie Lynne Sheik

Jan 6, 2025

Valerie Lynne Sheik (Estabrook-Davis) of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. Valerie was a beautiful woman who never met a stranger and brought energy and joy to every occasion. She loved friends and family deeply and expressed it at every opportunity, often opening her home to those in need of shelter, love and a feeling of acceptance.

Valerie...

Jalinda "Lynn" Irene Henderson

Jalinda "Lynn" Irene Henderson

Jan 4, 2025

Jalinda "Lynn" Irene Henderson, age 63, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Lancaster, Ohio. Born on May 23, 1961, Lynn dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a medical assistant and through her work with REM Ohio, where she assisted individuals with disabilities.

Lynn was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for her warm smile and nurturing...

Gloria Jean Cherry

Gloria Jean Cherry

Jan 2, 2025

Gloria Jean Cherry, age 82, of Coshocton passed away at the Morrison House in Zanesville on January 2, 2025 after a short illness. Lovingly known as Jean, she graduated in 1960 from Salineville High School. She moved to Coshocton to begin a lifelong career at Shaw Barton Company where she worked for 42 years. Jean excelled at many positions throughout...

Ernestine Ott

Ernestine Ott

Jan 2, 2025

Ernestine Ott, age 84 of Circleville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2nd 2025. She was born to Arthur and Minnie Mae Guthrie on August 2nd, 1940 in Bloomingdale Florida.Ernestine and her husband Casper traveled a lot through the years, and lived in many places. She enjoyed gardening, sitting outside to soak up the sunshine. She also loved to sew and crochet....

Wilma Jean Draper

Wilma Jean Draper

Dec 31, 2024

Though your smile is gone forever and your hand, we cannot touch, we still have many memories of the one we love so much! Your memory is our keepsake with which we will never part. Yahuah has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts!

Wilma Jeanne Draper (Morrow) Born July 3, 1944 to the late Melvin and Edna...

Rose Ann Martin

Rose Ann Martin

Dec 31, 2024

Rose Ann (Woodworth) Martin, 90, of Marysville, OH and formerly of Plain City, OH and Fort Myers, FL, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at The Gables of Marysville. Born June 21, 1934 in Irwin, OH, to the late Bertie Inez (Blankenship) and Charles Clarion Woodworth, she was the eldest of five children. 

Rose Ann married Vernon Lee Martin on September 8,...

Marilyn Pritt

Marilyn Pritt

Dec 29, 2024

Marilyn Pritt, age 69, of Dresden, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on December 29, 2024. Born on September 22, 1955, to the late Donald and Janice Smith of McConnelsville, Ohio, Marilyn lived a life full of love, adventure, and a deep connection to her family.

Marilyn is survived by her loving children, Crystal Pritt, Joseph (Amber) Pritt, and Michael Pritt....

Peggy L Cilles

Peggy L Cilles

Dec 24, 2024

Peggy L. Cilles, 73, of Bridgeport passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024 at Roscoe Gardens in Coshocton, Ohio. Peggy was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio to the late Henry H Cilles and Wanda (Fulton) Cilles.

She graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1969 and went on to receive her nursing assistant certification. She was employed by Wheeling Hospital as a...

Deborah Thomas Snode

Deborah Thomas Snode

Dec 19, 2024

Deborah Thomas Snode

September 23, 1968 to December 19, 2024

 

Deborah Thomas Snode, 56 years of age, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024 after a quiet battle with cancer. 

 

She was born in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1968, to Elizabeth (Halahan) and Joseph Thomas, the youngest of twelve children. She grew up in Belle Valley, Ohio, where she graduated...

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