May 30, 2023

Kevin David Gillenwater, a kind and intelligent man, passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 30, 2023, in Bidwell, Ohio. Born on September 6, 1958, in Chillicothe, Ohio, Kevin was the son of Joyce Taylor Payne of Oak Hill, West Virginia, and the late Jack William Gillenwater, Sr.

Kevin is survived by...

May 28, 2023

Wayne Johnson Jr. passed away early May 28th at Mount Carmel East.

He lived a long and full life, full of moments that made him into the strong and proud man he was when he passed.

He was a builder and loved to cook and watch sports. His favorite team was the steelers...

May 28, 2023

Lori Williams, age 60 from Westerville, Ohio passed away on Sunday May 28th, 2023. Proceeded in death by her loving parents, Jerry and Nancy Laird as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Survived by brother Michael (Pam) Laird, children Sarah Carrell and Nicole (Ryan) Loper, and grandchildren Isabella Graham and Rylee Loper. She worked with the Plumbers and...

May 25, 2023

Kathryn Hollopeter, 95, formerly of Medina, Ohio, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Wooster, Ohio. She was born February 28, 1928, in Paint Twp., Holmes County, Ohio, to Solomon III and Ida E. (Miller) Miller, and married Glenn K. Hollopeter on October 5, 1957. Glenn passed away on March 1, 2021. They were married for 63 years.

May 24, 2023

While the world was mourning the great queen of rock and rolls passing. Daniel Richard Field, 65, passed away peacefully with his sister, aunt, and uncle by his side at Genesis hospital on May 24, 2023. Danny as his family called him, enjoyed reading the Bible, an old western, or a good thriller but most of all loved many...

May 22, 2023

Our Matriarch and “Forever Queen”, Jean Catherine O’Neill Perkins, passed, following a brief illness, on Monday, May 22, 2023, at the age of 90, at home and in the arms of her beloved family. Long before the phrase “when life gives you lemons” became a cliche, Jean cranked out oceans of aspirational lemonade, always concerned that everyone, from kids...

May 18, 2023

McCool, Thomas F. 78, of Galloway, Ohio passed into heaven on May 18, 2023. He was a gift from God to his wife of 37 years, Jan; sons Pat (Susan), Jim (Jackie), Jeff (Nikki); granddaughters Steph and Zoe. He is survived by brothers Paul (Sue), Mike (Peggy), Joe (Mary Ann), Bob (Daryl), and 3 sisters Barb O’Toole, Mary (Angelo) ...

May 16, 2023

Stephen Queen 5/30/1965-5/16/2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Albert Queen on May 16, 2023 at SOMC Hospice Center. He was born on May 30, 1965, in Bakersfield, California to Charles "Eddie" Queen Sr and Janet Queen. Stephen lived a life filled with laughter, kindness, and generosity. His family...

May 14, 2023

Powers, Sonda Lee, age 81 of Beavercreek, Ohio passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton after a courageous battle with cancer. Sonda is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Teresa Balonier. Sonda is survived by her husband Robert Bruce Powers, children Steven Powers, Christine (Daniel) Bennett, Melinda Esmond, David (Melanie) Powers and grandchildren...

May 11, 2023

Sha’tia Buchanan, age 30, passed away in Columbus, Ohio on May 11, 2023. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on August 1, 1992 to George Buchanan and Tia Stewart.

She is preceded in death by her Mother, Tia Stewart; and brother, George Buchanan, Jr.

Sha’tia is survived by her father, George...

May 11, 2023

Sally Marie Lovett

1948 - 2023

Sally Marie Lovett (née Wilder), late of Obetz, passed away on May 11, 2023 at her residence.

Sally was born on February 22, 1948 in Corban, KY. She was a beloved member of her family and community. Sally was a much beloved member...

May 7, 2023

Kimberly “Kim” Jo Metzger, passed away suddenly on May 7, 2023, in her hometown of Urbana, Ohio. Born to Wayne and Loretta Metzger on November 11, 1961, Kim was a miracle baby born 3 months prematurely and weighing just one pound and twelve ounces. She was best known for her caretaking of others and love of dogs.

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May 5, 2023

Linda Faye Foltz, 71, of Newark, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023, surrounded by loved ones after a long and hard-fought battle with several illnesses.

Linda was born on November 22, 1951, to the late John and Mary (Huffman) Painter of Hanover, Ohio. She is survived by her son, Scott Foltz; son-in-law, Dean Peiffer;...

May 1, 2023

James “Poe” Bell of Portsmouth, Ohio passed away peacefully at the age of 70, on May 1st , surrounded by family.

James was born in 1953, in Portsmouth, OH to the late Robert and Bernice Bell. He was born into a close family of six siblings and loved his nieces and nephews as though they were his...

Apr 28, 2023

George Jennings Robinson ll

Born June 9, 1955 at Ohio State University Hospital, George passed Friday April 28, 2023 with family by

his side. George was predeceased by Mother, Norma Sharon Crum, Father George Lurett Robinson

and loving Grandparents, George J and Wilma G Robinson, Milton and Mary Opal Ball.

Apr 28, 2023

Frank T. Berry Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on April 28, 2023 at Wesley Ridge Assisted Living. After four months of Hospice Care, Frank died peacefully in his sleep. He was 92.

Frank was born on February 27, 1931 in Reading, MA and went on to study at the New York University Stern School...

Apr 25, 2023

Melena “Mo” Brown (Keechle), 67, of Texas City, TX passed away on April 25 in Columbus, OH. She was born on July 13, 1955 in Waverly, OH and graduated early from Kiser High School in Dayton, OH. She is survived by her three children Alex (Teri) Keechle, Joe (Natalie) Osborne, and Angie (Robert) Meeker; grandchildren, Brian Osborne, Nila Meeker,...

Apr 20, 2023

Beverly Jean Higgins born May 18, 1945 passed away peacefully in her home on April 20, 2023. Preceded in death by her parents Frank and Alice Donaldson, sister Rose Rucker, and son James Upperman. Beverly is survived by her brother Gary Donaldson, three children Rob (Heather) Upperman, Peggy Green, and Angela Higgins, grandchildren Jimmy (Haleigh) Green, Zachary Upperman, Lily...

Apr 20, 2023

Richard Joseph Szulewski, 58, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away in hospice on April 20, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.

Richard was born on October 28, 1964 in Columbus and graduated from Worthington High School in 1983. He then attended The Ohio State University from 1983-1987, where he studied Pre-Med and received his Bachelor...

Apr 19, 2023

Tony was born in Newark, Ohio March 28,1969 to Lorena Belt.

He was a 1987 graduate of Newark High School.

Was preceded in death by grandparents Frank and Mary Belt, Aunts Christina and Diane, cousins Elizabeth an Chistopher. His loyal companion and best friend, his pride and joy his dog Rosco.

He is...