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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.

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...

William Kenneth Bailey

William Kenneth Bailey

Dec 19, 2024

William (Bill) Kenneth Bailey, age 63 of Columbus, Ohio passed away December 19, 2024. He was born on January 17, 1961 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of John H. Bailey Jr, and Belvetta (Jordan) Bailey.

Bill graduated from Hicksville High School, class of 1979. He was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving are siblings Deidre (Steve) Oliver of Herriman,...

Margaret Diane Warth

Margaret Diane Warth

Dec 17, 2024

Margaret Diane Warth, age 82, passed away on December 17, 2024 in Chillicothe, Ohio. She was born on January 11, 1942 in Washington, DC to parents, Lloyd and Martha (Murray) Huiss.

Margaret is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by 2 children and many other dear family and friends. 

Veronica May Cisco

Veronica May Cisco

Dec 16, 2024

Veronica May Cisco, 64, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024. She was born on September 10, 1960, in Chicago, IL, to Herbert and Mary Gilbert. Veronica was a beloved mother, sister, friend, and GG, known for her kindness, humor, dedication, and that unmistakable Gilbert charm (a.k.a. stubbornness).

Veronica found immense joy in spending time with her grandsons, selling her beloved...

Rachel Louise Johnson

Rachel Louise Johnson

Dec 15, 2024

Rachel L. Johnson, 76, of Columbus, Ohio passed away at her home on Sunday December 15th, 2024.She was born February 3rd, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Thomas L. And Rachel (Roebuck) Johnson.Surviving are her children: David K. Johnson, Yvette Hogan, Roni (Chuck) Sims and Brian (Gwen) Lewis; siblings: Diana Johnson and Oscar (Minnie) Davis; 13 grandchildren,...

Anita Louise (Hill) Thompson

Anita Louise (Hill) Thompson

Dec 15, 2024

Anita Louise (Hill) Thompson, was born on August 24, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois. Anita grew up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of Linwood John Allen, Sr. and Bessie Lenora Allen of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She quietly passed away on December 15, 2024, at 21:15 in Columbus, Ohio. 

Anita met her late husband Robert (Bob) Thompson in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, who passed...

Paul Keith Throgmorton

Paul Keith Throgmorton

Dec 14, 2024

Paul Keith Throgmorton, 76, of Delaware, Ohio passed away on December 14th 2024 at his home. He is survived by his wife Susan, they shared 54 years of marriage together.

Born on October 31st, 1948, in Kevil Ballard County, Kentucky, Paul was the son of Albert Edward Throgmorton and Hortense Catherine Futrell. He was preceded in death by his parents and...

Phyllis Jean Shaffer

Phyllis Jean Shaffer

Dec 13, 2024

Phyllis Jean (Moats) Shaffer, 89, of Newark, Ohio, passed away on December 13, 2024. 

She was born in Springfield, Ohio, on December 5, 1935, and was the daughter of the late George and Helen (Strawsburg) Moats. 

Phyllis retired from Meijer in Springfield, Ohio, in 2013, where she worked as a cashier. She also worked as the manager of the Hot Sam’s Pretzel...

Steven E. Kirk

Steven E. Kirk

Dec 10, 2024

Steven E. Kirk

1975-2024

48 Years old

Steve went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2024. He is survived by his parents Pastor Gary E. and Deborah K. Kirk, his brother Michael J. Kirk(Katie Polczinski) and close friend Jason Parke and many cousins, Uncle Lawrence E.(Lois)Kirk, Aunt Marilee E. Snider, Uncle Richard T. Kirk, Steve was preceded in death by his...

Carol Marie Leis St. Jean

Carol Marie Leis St. Jean

Dec 10, 2024

Carol Marie Leis St. Jean passed away at the age of 90 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio on December 10, 2024. She was born on July 13, 1934 to Edward and Elsie Leis in Alden, New York. She is survived by her children, Miriam St. Jean of Mt. Vernon, OH, Rebecca (Denny) Leckron of Gahanna, OH, Edward St. Jean of Butner,...

Joseph A. Lang

Joseph A. Lang

Dec 8, 2024

Life began for Joseph A. Lang on May 1, 1987 in Syracuse New York. He was the third son for David E. Lang and Tina Otto. 

After Tully High School, he attended college for electronics. In 2012, he moved to Ashland, Ohio where he was employed at a variety of jobs but his favorite ones were those where he could pursue...

Douglas Lamont Anderson

Douglas Lamont Anderson

Dec 7, 2024

Douglas Anderson, 71, of Lima, Ohio passed away on Saturday December 7, 2024.

Doug was a Photographer in Lima, Ohio and owned Artistic Photography for many years. He dedicated his young life to traveling the world and exploring his passion for photography. Time with his children and grandchildren was very important to him, whether it was time at cookouts or family...

Deanna Kay Caplinger

Deanna Kay Caplinger

Dec 6, 2024

Deanna Kay Caplinger 73 of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at home December 6, 2024. She was born September 11, 1951 and Graduated from Marion Franklin HS in 1969. She is predeceased by her parents Clarence and Maridell Hoppes. She was survived by her husband William J. Caplinger sister Vicki Garrett, Son Robert (Jackie) Kocher, daughter Kerri Richards and Five...

Mary Elizabeth Pryde

Mary Elizabeth Pryde

Dec 6, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Pryde, age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Main Street Terrace of Lancaster, Ohio, after a long but valiant 17 year battle with cancer. 

Mary was born on February 18, 1944, in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, to the late Thomas and Pansy (Russell) Pryde. She lived 70 of her years in western Pennsylvania. She graduated from...

Rudolph Wellington Lee Jr

Rudolph Wellington Lee Jr

Dec 3, 2024

Rudolph Wellington Lee Jr passed away at his home on December 3, 2024. 

He was born April 15, 1958 to Rudolph and Jennifer Lee. 

He had two sons, Jodie Jermaine Lee and Rudolph Wellington Lee III.

Denise E. Davis

Denise E. Davis

Nov 27, 2024

Denise Evon Davis, of Columbus Ohio, formerly of Salisbury, Maryland, gained her wings on November 27,2024. Denise was born on February 27, 1954, to Grace Ann Walls in Milford, Delaware. After graduating from Wicomico Senior High School in 1971, she moves to Wilmington, Delaware where she began her career in cooking. After 10 years she moved to Baltimore, Maryland, she...

Jacqueline North

Jacqueline North

Nov 23, 2024

Jacqueline “Jackie” (Russell) North of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 23rd, 2024. 

She was preceded in death by her mother Norma Jean Russel. Jackie is survived by her loving husband Kevin North, sisters Vicki (Tom) Tehan, Kelly Stickney, step-daughters Ciara (Chris) Ward, Kennedy North, nieces, nephews, many other family members and her beloved cat Holly. 

Jackie grew up in Springfield, OH....

Ronnie Taylor

Ronnie Taylor

Nov 22, 2024

Ronnie (Ron) Eugene Taylor, 48, of Ashley, Ohio, went to meet Jesus in heaven on November 22nd, 2024, after a 25 year battle with lung disease.

Ron was born July 16th, 1976 in Cleveland, Ohio to Sharon Lowery and Michael L Taylor.

Ron spent the last few years, along with his loving wife, traveling around the state. Ron was always eager to...

Judith Bierie

Judith Bierie

Nov 21, 2024

Judith Bierie passed away November 21st, 2024. She was born in 1942 in Dover, Ohio, to Harry and Evelyn Plotts Meese. She grew up working in the family business, Meese Funeral Home. She married Lee H. Bierie in 1960, and the business subsequently was named Meese-Bierie Funeral Home. Judy then owned and operated her own beauty shop, Hair Headquarters, which...

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