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.
Marynell Cleary
Jan 18, 2023
MaryNell Cecilia Cleary passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, January 18th, 2023. She was born in that state up North on May 28, 1942 to parents, Patrick Joseph Cleary Jr. and Ruth Mae (Ware) Cleary. MaryNell was a diehard Buckeye fan! After the family returned to Columbus, she attended high school at St. Mary’s in German Village and went...
Lona Mae Stanley
Jan 16, 2023
Lona Mae (Witt) (Denman) Stanley, affectionately known as Mom, Mama Lona, Grandma, GGMA, and Aunt Lona was called Home by the Lord on January 16, 2023. Lona was born December 4, 1938 to Oscar and Ruby Witt in Westerville, Ohio.
She was a graduate of Westerville High School. Lona retired from the Ohio Department of...
Chuck Schmitz Jr
Jan 15, 2023
Charles “Chuck” James Schmitz, Jr. passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side, on January 15th, 2023. Chuck was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 17th, 1958 to Charlie and Mary Sue Schmitz.
Chuck loved his family and always made sure everybody was well taken care of. He was a hard working individual...
Charles Emory Chapman
Jan 13, 2023
Charles “Chuck” Emory Chapman “Chappy”, 57, of Columbus, Ohio completed his life’s journey on Friday, January 13, 2023, following a short battle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Emory Chapman and Nancy Ann (Neville) Chapman. Survived by wife, Anna M. Chapman (Igo); sister, Alisa (Robert) Gibbs; children, Mason (Amber) Chapman, Jacob Chapman,...
Carl Roger Dugan
Jan 12, 2023
Carl Roger Dugan, 65, of Marion, Ohio (formerly of Glenford, Ohio) passed away on January 12, 2023.
He was born July 8th,1957 in Lancaster, Ohio to parents Clifford M. and Virginia M. Dugan.
Carl is survived by a daughter Marissa (Fernando) Dongo, a granddaughter Aria Scarlett, a beloved companion Debra Six,...
Billy Eugene Jordan
Jan 12, 2023
Billy Eugene Jordan was born February 12,1967 and passed away January 12, 2023 at the age of 55.
Billy had a huge personality and was known everywhere he went. He had a passion for tinkering and working on motorcycles.
Billy was proceeded in death by mother Catherine Jordan, father Bill Conley,...
Jennifer Michelle Haston
Jan 10, 2023
In loving memory of Jennifer Michelle Haston of Genesee Ave. Columbus Ohio who passed away suddenly on January 10th 2023.
Surviving are mother Kathy Haston Ball of Mars Hill NC, father Dick Haston of Wooster Ohio, brother Brock Haston of NC. Daughters Dee Haston and Deze Harley Gallagher of Smithville Ohio. Grandmother Marie Gunter Ball...
Myles Kenneth Stump Jr
Jan 10, 2023
Myles "Stumpy" Kenneth Stump Jr passed away at Riverside Hospital on January 10, 2023.
He was born December 31,1963 in Nelsonville, Ohio.
He was the son of the late Myles K Stump Sr and Verna Savely Stump of New Marshfield, Ohio.
He is survived by 4 sisters,...
Donald Joseph Ucker
Jan 9, 2023
Donald Joseph Ucker from Columbus passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on January 9, 2023 at the age of 82. Donald was born in Columbus Ohio to Carl and Clara Bell (Watsewah) Ucker, and is preceded in death by his parents, brother Clayton L Ucker, and granddaughter Chelsea Wright Volker.
Survivors include his...
Reah Catherine Breakall
Jan 9, 2023
Reah Catherine Breakall of Crown City, OH left her mortal body and went to heaven on January 9th, 2023.
She was born August 2nd, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio and was the daughter of Everett and Catherine Breakall.
She was preceded in death by her sisters Elsie, Juanita and her brothers Arthur,...
Cheryl Diane Lemley
Jan 8, 2023
Cheryl Diane Lemley, 68, unexpectedly went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2023, at Mount Carmel East Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.
She was born February 24, 1954 in Chillicothe, Ohio to the late Donald and Sally Lemley.
Cheryl earned her Associate’s Degree of Secretarial Science in 1985 from J. Sargeant...
Irene Dewalt
Jan 7, 2023
Irene DeWalt born June 23,1953, passed away on January 7,2023 surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her parents Frank and Betty Albright. She is survived by her husband of 52 years Fallen T. DeWalt, her daughter Tina (Len), her sons Lee (Stacey), and Charles Lee (Shelly) also her grandchildren Tiffany,...
Crawford Sisk
Jan 5, 2023
We are sad to announce the passing of Crawford Cree Sisk Jr.
He died at age 80 on January 5, 2023.
Crawford passed away surrounded by his loved ones after a long battle with dementia.
A celebration of life will take place privately for caregivers only.
Joseph Edwards Iv
Jan 5, 2023
Joseph Edwards IV, 75, of Columbus Ohio passed away on January 5, 2023.
He was born on April 22, 1947 in Franklin Pennsylvania to the late Joseph and Elverine Edwards.
Joseph (Joe, Jody) was beloved by family and friends, and adored by his cats over his lifetime. He is survived by...
Mary Kathleen Fidler
Jan 2, 2023
Mary Kathleen Cronin Fidler, age 73, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on JANUARY 2nd, 2023 in Lancaster, Ohio having succumb to Sepis, a complication resulting from the treatment of Uterine and Cervical Cancer.
Mary was born January 28, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio, the Daughter of Thomas Joseph Cronin and Freda Louise Hayslip. She is survived...
Clyde Leroy Bennett Jr.
Jan 1, 2023
Clyde Leroy Bennett Jr., 87, of Athens, Ohio, passed away on January 1, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Uhrichsville, Ohio and was the son of the late Clyde and Adrienne Bennett. He was preceded in death by his stepbrother John William Guy, stepsister Barbara Maurer, grandson Kyle Morgan,...
Wilbur E Hupp
Jan 1, 2023
Wilbur E Hupp, age 71 of Newark OH went to Heaven on 1/1/23.
He was a proud member of the US ARMY and volunteer to go fight in Vietnam, Wilbur was a decorated soldier earning the National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service Medal with 2 bronze Service Stars and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal....
Bonnie Jo Young
Jan 1, 2023
Bonnie Jo Young, affectionately known as Nana , went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2023. She was born October 7, 1953 to Everett and Lucy Mayes in Springfield, Ohio. She graduated from Shawnee High School. Bonnie retired from Champaign County Educational Service Center.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years,...
Valerie Lynn Clemons
Dec 29, 2022
Valerie Lynn Clemons, Obetz, OH, went to be with the Lord on 12/29/2022 after a short battle with cancer.
Valerie was preceded in death by her father, William Nelson Clemons and grandparents – Neal and Marie Jacobs and Prentis and Christine Jones.
Valerie is survived by her...
James Michael Buckley
Dec 28, 2022
James Michael Buckley, 69, of Grove City Ohio passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2022.
He was born August 26, 1953, in Wilmington Ohio. He was the son of James Joyce Buckley and Nancy Jane Buckley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James & Nancy, his sister Christine (Buckley)...