obituaries
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.
Phillip Dale Melott, Sr.
Apr 11, 2023
Phillip Dale Melott Sr. passed away at home April 11th, 2023, after following a long-term illness.
Phillip was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Josephine Kay (Sullivan) Melott, and an infant daughter Malinda Jo Melott.
Phillip is survived by his five children, Bonnie (Joseph) Merschdorf of Florida, Phillip...
David Russell Lanman
Apr 8, 2023
David Russell Lanman, age 57 of Ashville, Ohio went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 8, 2023 at the James Cancer Hospital of Ohio State University Medical Center after a four-year battle with cancer. Born on September 12, 1965 to Carroll A. and Doris J. Lanman in Bloomfield, Iowa. Dave is survived by his...
Christina Crispin
Apr 8, 2023
Christina Lynn Crispin
1971 - 2023
Christina Lynn "Tina" Crispin, late of London, passed away on April 8, 2023 at Doctor's West Hospital. She is no longer suffering and can now be free and happy.
Christina was born on September 25, 1971 in Columbus Ohio, and went on to...
Michael Christakis Counnas
Apr 7, 2023
Michael C. Counnas
November 21st, 1964 to April 7th 2023
Michael Counnas completed his Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems from the University of RI in 1987.
Mike loved God and his family. Mike is survived by his Mother Mary Louise Counnas, his brother John Counnas, sister...
Brett Thomas Foster
Apr 6, 2023
Brett Foster, 68, of Elida passed away on April 05, 2023 peacefully in his home. Brett was born on November 30, 1954 in Lima, Ohio, to Addison and Betty Foster, who preceded him in death.
Brett was very talented and family oriented. He loved to play the guitar and fish and spend time with his...
Howard L Ross
Apr 5, 2023
Howard L Ross Jr 61, of Zanesville, Ohio passed away on April 5, 2023, at home.
He was born March 20, 1962, in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Howard and Ruth Ross of Zanesville, Ohio.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his In laws, Thomas and...
Mary Margaret Field
Apr 5, 2023
Mary Margaret (Jones)Field, 85, passed away peacefully at her daughters home in Cambridge, Ohio on April 5, 2023 in the late evening. She was born February 2, 1938 in Cambridge Ohio but grew up around old Washington and Winterset area she proudly graduated from Madison High School in 1956 and was the Antrim Fireman’s festival Queen the same year....
Daniel David Travis
Apr 4, 2023
Daniel David Travis at the age of 84 years old went to Heaven on April 4, 2023 in Logan, Ohio with family by his side.
He was in the National Guard branch of the Army where he was a mechanic. He loved to build many things as he was a carpenter by trade and a former member...
Fudd
Apr 3, 2023
Barry "Fudd" Gallogly, 68, of Pataskala, Ohio took his final checkered flag on April 3, 2023 surrounded by family.
Barry was born on January 10, 1955 in Sunbury, Ohio to the late parents of Dean Gallogly and Tina Webb.
Fudd could be found at the racetrack or in the race shop...
Janet E Padrutt
Apr 1, 2023
Janet E Padrutt passed away at home on April 1, 2023. Janet was born on February 3, 1945 in Pekin, IL to Paul and June Hamm. She was the oldest of three sisters.
Janet married Paul Padrutt on March 18, 1967 and was married for 42 years prior to Paul’s death in 2009. They had...
Shona Jean Williams
Mar 30, 2023
Shona Jean Williams, 52, of Columbus, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 after courageously battling multiple health issues.
Shona was born in Youngstown, Ohio on July 6, 1970 to Regina Feisley (nee McGarry). She gained her GED and eventually obtained a degree in Accounting. Raised in foster care, she found comfort, love...
Junior Russell Gillum
Mar 30, 2023
Junior Russell Gillum
Russ Gillum 80 years old. Born in Dobbins Kentucky Aug. 23 1942.
Married to Marla McFarland Gillum 47 years.
Employed Lucent Technologies 37 years. Dawes Auboretum 7 years. Coached boys basketball, baseball, and soccer.
Father of Matthew Gillum and Kelly Trein son in law Micheal Trein....
William H Croom
Mar 29, 2023
William Henry Croom, affectionately known as Bill, was born in Ridgely, Tennessee on April 10, 1949 to the union of Willie T. and Willie Bell Glenn Croom. He departed this life in Columbus, Ohio on March 29, 2023 at the age of 73.
William served his country faithfully in the United States Air Force and...
Thomas M Seifert
Mar 29, 2023
Thomas M. Seifert, 65, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born June 27, 1957 in Lancaster to the late Thomas and Martha (Moore) Seifert. Tom was a jovial person who had a great sense of humor.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda, and siblings Terri and...
Sue Ann Farley-Seymour
Mar 28, 2023
Sue Ann Farley-Seymour
Born October 24th, 1958 in Johnstown, Ohio.
Passed into Jesus’ loving arms March 28th, 2023 in Mansfield, Ohio surrounded by her loved ones.
She was survived by her Brother, Michael Farley, and two sisters Becky Farley/Redmond, and Lisa Farley/Marsell, also her Son, Michael David Deeter, and two daughters,...
Diane Michelle Hawthorne
Mar 28, 2023
Diane Browne Hawthorne age 52 went to be with her Lord on 3/28/2023, 9:00 pm at Mercy Health St Rita's Hospital, Lima, OH. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She passed peacefully surrounded by family. Diane was receiving treatments for Stage 4 brain, liver, and lung cancer for 7 months and recently caught pneumonia and an infection...
Avis Marie Crews
Mar 27, 2023
Avis Marie Crews
November 16, 1960 – March 27, 2023
Avis M. Crews entered this life November 16, 1960, to the parents of Roscoe J. and Frances I. Crews. Avis was born in Mansfield, Ohio and in 1975 moved to Columbus and called it home. She is a graduate...
Ashley Olivia Walker
Mar 25, 2023
Ashley Olivia Walker August 30, 1988 - March 25, 2023
Mother of five; Kevin Martin III, Miciah Walker, Iyana Walker, Aubrey Walker and Queen'Legacy Burger.
Survived by her mothers, Deborah Walker and Gail Heard Frazier, brothers, Jerry Howard and Michael Howard, sisters, LaTisha Heard, Brandy Renea, and Ebony Frazier.
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Dorothy Willeen Whisenant
Mar 23, 2023
Dorothy Willeen Whisenant, 89, peacefully fell asleep in death on March 23, 2023 at Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio after a valiant fight against the onset of congestive heart failure and kidney failure.
Dorothy (as most in Ohio knew her) or Willeen (as most in Texas/Arkansas knew her) was born in McCollough, Texas on November 4, 1933...
Alexander Bare
Mar 23, 2023
Alexander Bare, 29, of Newark, OH passed away March 24, 2023.
He was the son of Craig Bare of Columbus, OH and Johanna Janicki of Ormond Beach, FL.
Alex attended Watkins Memorial H.S. in Pataskala, OH. He was a very friendly and kind-hearted gentle giant. He enjoyed playing sports, drawing &...