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.
Nancy Bradshaw Walker
Apr 18, 2022
Nancy Bradshaw Walker, 84, of Columbus, OH passed away on Monday, April 18, 2022. She was born on February 19, 1938 to John and Audrey Bradshaw. She is survived by her children John Curtis Walker, John Bradshaw Walker, and John Wesley Walker; her granddaughter Nikita; as well as many other family members and friends.
Peggy S. Sims
Apr 17, 2022
Peggy Sue Sims, age 60, passed away on April 17, 2022 at Doctors West Hospital. She is survived by her sisters, Robin and Tracy (Scott); and her brother, Greg. Peggy is preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Judy Sims, of Columbus, OH. Peggy was a graduate of Franklin Heights High School. She enjoyed being creative and had...
Gary Francis Creamer
Apr 16, 2022
Gary Francis Creamer, 71, of Tiffin, OH passed away at his home on Saturday, April 16, 2022. He was born on October 04, 1950 to Bernard and Margrett Creamer. He is survived by his sons Nathan And Matthew; as well as many other family members and friends.
Judy
Apr 14, 2022
Julia A. “Judy” Bryant, age 80, of Pickerington, OH passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, April 14th, 2022. Judy was born on December 7, 1941, to the late Earle and Georgia (Holden) Klingler in Columbus, OH. Judy was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 60 years, Harry “Ed” Bryant; son, Todd Bryant; brother, David Klingler,...
William A. Needham
Apr 14, 2022
William A Needham, 69, Westerville, OH passed from this realm into heaven on April 14, 2022. He was Brooklyn, NY, born and bred but came to Westerville, OH in 1990 with his wife Robin Allen. Pre-deceased by his parents William and Elisabeth Needham, he is survived by his sister Patricia Toomey and niece Aileen and grandnephews Cian and Dylan...
David Sockett
Apr 13, 2022
David Sockett, 77, of Pomeroy, OH passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. He was born on August 17, 1944 to William and Constance Sockett. He is survived by his children Sandra Sockett- Klatt, Gregory Sockett, David Andrew J. Sockett, Harry Watters, Shelbie Pettersen, and Joseph Sockett; as well as many other family members and friends....
Gregory Ward
Apr 12, 2022
Greg Ward, age 70, passed away Tuesday, April 12th in Columbus, Ohio. Greg was born in Anderson, Indiana and was raised in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He attended Lahser High School and studied at the University of Michigan before going on to a career in audio engineering. Greg was a talented sound mixer and music producer. He was well known...
Robert Amos Winegardner
Apr 12, 2022
Robert Amos Winegardner, age 75, of Lancaster, Ohio peacefully passed away on April 12, 2022, in his wife’s arms at FAIRHOPE Pickering House. Bob was a member of the Freemasonry and American Legion Post 11. He was a hardworking, charismatic, joyful man who loved his family, fishing, western movies (especially starring John Wayne), GTO’s, The Ohio State Buckeyes and...
John Bernard Pittl
Apr 12, 2022
John Bernard Pittl, 77, of Englewood, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Grandview Hospital. He was born on December 02, 1944 to Karl and Rita Pittl. He is survived by his wife Donna and many other family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Dennis Gerald Steen
Apr 12, 2022
Dennis Gerald Steen, 73, of Lancaster, OH passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on January 27, 1949 to John and Juanita Steen. He is survived by his loving wife Linda, as well as many other family members and friends.
Barbara Jean Summers
Apr 11, 2022
Barbara Jean Summers, 78, of Delaware, OH passed away at her home on Monday, April 11, 2022. She was born on January 22, 1944 to Charles and Zoe Bigler. She is survived by her sons Travis and Adam; her ex-spouse Larry; as well as many other family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time....
Carol Ann Thompson
Apr 11, 2022
Carol Ann Thompson (nee Elwell) (nee Brown) was born October 10, 1948, to the union of Eleanor (La Motte) and David Elwell in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the second daughter of four daughters born to their union (both parents preceded her in death). Carol spent most of her childhood in the Broadway area and then moved to Willoughby, Ohio....
Christina Aletha Neff
Apr 11, 2022
Christina Aletha Neff, 66, of Lima, OH passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022. She was born on March 01, 1956 to Vernard and Jaunity Hadding. She is survived by her husband Ernest, son Joshua, and many other family members and friends. No services are taking place at this time.
Cathy Jo Dowdy
Apr 11, 2022
Cathy Dowdy, 62, of Blacklick, OH. Passed away on 04-11-22 from health complications at Mt Carmel East Hospital. Cathy was born 02-29-60 in Ironton, OH and was the daughter of the late, Carol Dean & Kenneth Dean. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Ed Dean, Rick Dean, & late, Chris Dean, Allan Dean, Tim Dean. Cathy...
Max Allen Van Fossen
Apr 10, 2022
Max Allen Van Fossen of Kimbolton, Ohio went to heaven on April 10, 2022 following an extended illness. He was born on 12/02/1962 in Cambridge, Ohio and was the son of Harold Van Fossen (Phyllis) and Dorothy Adams (Wendell). He was preceded in death by grandparents Maywood and Mabel Van Fossen, Carl and Velma Black, brothers Kim Asher (Tami),...
Arlene Anne Hoffman
Apr 10, 2022
Arlene Anne Hoffman (85) passed peacefully on April 10th at Cherry Blossom Senior Living in Columbus, Ohio with her beloved daughter, Barbara Langel, at her side, after a week of being surrounded by her loving family — her son, John, her sons-in-law, Bill Langel and Tony Leondis, her cherished grandchildren Bethanne Barrows (Keith), Matt Langel (Valarie) and Kristine Rhodes...
James Albert Hunt Jr
Apr 10, 2022
James Albert Hunt Jr, 47, of Chillicothe, OH passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022. He was born on August 31, 1974 to James Sr and Janice Hunt. He is survived by his mother Janice, his sister Kristy, and many other family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Aaron Meredith
Apr 7, 2022
Aaron Meredith of Newark, OH passed away on April 7th, 2022. He was born August 17, 1976 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of the late David and Sherry Meredith. He loved doing podcasts for More on That in a Moment and anything Marvel. He was a loving and devoted father and husband. The world will be a...
John Phillip Fisher
Apr 6, 2022
John Phillip Fisher, 57, of Baltimore, OH passed away on Wednesday, April 06, 2022. He was born on October 24, 1964 to John and Sharon Fisher. He is survived by his loving wife Tammy; his children Rebecca Fisher, Sam Fisher, Matt Fisher, and Jake Fisher; as well as many other family members and friends. No services will be taking...
John Lewis Wedge
Apr 6, 2022
John Lewis Wedge earned his wings on April 6, 2022 and he was born November 8, 1933 in Carey, Ohio. John was a Corporal in the United States Army and served in the Korean, War. Preceded in death by his father Roscoe Wedge and his mother Margaret Casper. Survived by daughters Margie Willis, Patty Wedge-Ludwig (Michael) and his sons...