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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.

Donald Victor Wooten

Donald Victor Wooten

Jan 31, 2024

Donald Victor Wooten, 90, of Marysville, Ohio, born November 22, 1933, passed away January 31, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

Son of Ernest Scott and Dorothy (Farrin) Wooten.

Preceded in death by sister Myrtle (Cathy) Snyder, wife Vera Jean (Sowers), and granddaughter Amber (Foreman) Cole.

Donald’s career was...

David Aubrey Herron

David Aubrey Herron

Jan 28, 2024

David Aubrey Herron, 62, died on Sunday, January 28, 2024 of pancreatic cancer, surrounded by his loving family at home. David was preceded in death by his father Robert L. Herron. Surviving David are his mother Joan A. Herron, his brother Mark A. Herron, his sister Julie A. Thomas and brother-in-law Andrew G. Thomas, as well as nephews Aubrey...

Larry Ernest Lax Jr

Larry Ernest Lax Jr

Jan 27, 2024

Larry Ernest Lax, Jr of Lancaster, Ohio took his last breath on Earth, and first one in Heaven on January 27th, 2024 at age 58. Larry spent most of his life local to Lancaster and Logan, OH, which he called “his little place of serenity”. Larry was an Army Veteran, serving in the 1980’s. He was a beautiful artist...

Patrick J. Whited

Patrick J. Whited

Jan 27, 2024

Patrick J. Whited, 70, of Columbus, OH, passed away on January 27, 2024, at Riverside Hospital due to complications from COPD. Pat was born December 30, 1953, at White Cross Hospital, the younger son of Donald F. and June (Mullen) Whited.

A 1971 graduate of Brookhaven HS, Pat was a veteran of the U.S. Navy,...

Michael O. Gilfilen

Michael O. Gilfilen

Jan 25, 2024

Michael O. Gilfilen, age 51, passed away on January 25, 2024. He was born on October 21, 1972 in Plain City, Ohio to Glenn and Barbara (McCoy) Conrad. He is survived by sons, Michael Pullins, Mason Gilfilen, and Tyler Gilfilen, and many other dear friends and family.

Kaye Parker

Kaye Parker

Jan 23, 2024

Kaye Parker (1946-2024)

Kaye Parker, 77, of Wheelersburg, Ohio passed away peacefully at Otterbein Gahanna nursing home after a long battle with dementia on Tuesday, January 23rd. She was born in Wheelersburg on May 29, 1946, a daughter to the late Woodrow and Altha Parker. Kaye was a 1964 graduate and Homecoming Queen of Wheelersburg...

Eva Marie Gorsuch

Eva Marie Gorsuch

Jan 22, 2024

Eva Marie Gorsuch, a beacon of thoughtfulness and care in her community, passed away on January 22, 2024, at the age of 50. Born on July 25, 1973, in Newark, Ohio, where she would also peacefully draw her last breath, Eva’s life was a testament to the power of kindness and dedication.

As a lifelong...

Sandra O. Turner

Sandra O. Turner

Jan 21, 2024

In loving memory of Sandra O. Turner, 79, of Columbus OH, we are saddened to announce her passing on January 21, 2024.

She is survived by her three brothers, all of Marietta, Mike, Rodger, and Steve and she was an amazing aunt to six nieces and three nephews.

She was proceeded...

William Havens

William Havens

Jan 20, 2024

William Josheph (Bill) Havens, age 57, passed away January 20, 2024, at Main Street Terrace Care Center. Born September 3, 1966, in Columbus. Bill was an avid outdoorsman; he loved to hunt and fish. He was preceded in death by his Mother Mary M. Havens and Father James H. Haven., His siblings Cathy, Steve, Tom, Mary. No service will...

Margaret Lou Traylor-Travis

Margaret Lou Traylor-Travis

Jan 19, 2024

Margaret Lou Traylor-Travis, 70, returned to God on January 19, 2024 while under the care of the Angels at Fair Hope Hospice.

She resided in Lancaster, Ohio. Margaret “Maggie” was born on May 15, 1953 in Portsmouth, Ohio to her mother, Wanda L. (Traylor) Slone and father, Francis E. Traylor.

Preceded...

Jackie Sloat

Jackie Sloat

Jan 18, 2024

Jacqueline Antoinette Sloat, also known as Jackie, passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 53 in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born on September 4, 1970, in Farmville, Virginia. Jackie was a very loving person with a good spirit, always there for anyone who needed her. She cherished her family above all else and was known for...

Clarence E. Thomas Jr

Clarence E. Thomas Jr

Jan 18, 2024

Clarence E. Thomas Jr. 76, "the devoted father and husband, tough as nails, larger than life spirit, candy lover, adventurer, outdoorsman, and BBQ sauce master passed away on January 18, 2024. He was born on August 14, 1947, to the late Katherine Tisdale and Clarence Thomas. He was the youngest of four siblings: Electa Johnson, Charlie-Mae Kee and Carl...

Mickey

Mickey

Jan 16, 2024

Jonnita Hazelwood, aka Mickey, joined our family on November 29, 1964. She was called home on January 16, 2024.

She was preceded by her mother, Thelma H Young, stepfather, Richard Young and her father, John W Whitfield. Also her husband, Alan Johnson and brothers William Shunk and Shawn K Cleveland.

She...

Ruthie L Senften

Ruthie L Senften

Jan 14, 2024

Ruthie L, Senften, 84, of Lancaster OH, passed away peacefully, on hospice, surrounded by loved ones in her home, on January 14th 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sons, Ray and Chad Senften. She is survived by her children Cherokee Russo, Cheyenne, Frederick, and Keith Senften along with their spouses, multiple...

Vivian Burns

Vivian Burns

Jan 9, 2024

Vivian (Charles) Burns, 58, of Orient Ohio, left her earthbound body for her heavenly home, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at home.

Born September 19, 1965, in Williamson West Virginia, she was the daughter of Earmel & Georgiann (Fultz) Charles.

Vivian, aka “Boo,” as we all knew and loved her, was...

Linda Louise (Bishop) Cox

Linda Louise (Bishop) Cox

Jan 8, 2024

Linda Louise (Bishop) Cox, 72, of St Marys, WV passed on to her next adventure with the Lord on January 8, 2024. She was in the company of her daughter and daughter-in-law and went peacefully.

Lindy Lou was born March 15, 1951 in Buena Park, CA and was the youngest daughter of the late Eugene...

James Edwin  Athens Jr

James Edwin Athens Jr

Jan 8, 2024

James Edwin Athens Jr. Obituary

December 14, 1969 – January 8, 2024

Military Memorial Service: Saturday, February 17, 2024, 11:00 AM

Master Sargent James “Jim” Athens USAF (Ret.), loving husband, father, son, and brother, was called home to be with our Lord on Monday, January 8, 2024, in Columbus,...

Janet Coulter Dyke

Janet Coulter Dyke

Jan 6, 2024

We are sad to announce the passing of Janet Coulter Dyke of Circleville, Ohio. She passed away at age 84 on 01/06/2024. Leaf Cremation will be providing services for the family.

Erma D Davis

Erma D Davis

Jan 4, 2024

Erma Dynel Davis (Dynel Ingram) 68 of Lancaster, Ohio went to heaven on Thursday, January 4th, 2024. She was born Nov 22nd 1955 in Columbus, Ohio and was the daughter of Patricia & William Ingram. She leaves to love her memories, her sons; Shawn Hysell, Keith Hysell, Joshua Brooks, Grand-children; Kain Hysell & Kali Hysell.

She now...

Dianna  L Wilson

Dianna L Wilson

Jan 1, 2024

Dianna L. Wilson, 61, of Sidney passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at St. Rita's Medical Center.

She was born on October 22, 1962, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of the late Murvin and Reba (King) Wilson.

Dianna is survived by two children, Jason Pohlschneider and Nichole Hecht; 4 grandchildren, Ethan and Zoey Pohlschneider; Hagen...

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