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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.

Robert Lee Archer

Robert Lee Archer

Feb 20, 2021

Robert Lee Archer passed away on February 20, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on June 14, 1943 to Paul and Ruth Archer in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Robert or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Kenneth Smitley, Jr.

Kenneth Smitley, Jr.

Feb 20, 2021

Kenneth Smitley Jr., age 42, of Coshocton, Ohio, went to heaven on February 20, 2021. He was born on November 30, 1978 in Tampa, Florida to the late Kenneth Smitley and Mary Lou Reed. He was also preceded in death by his wife, April Dawn (Roberts) Smitley; brother, Roger Lee Reed; grandparents, Alvin and Sarah Reed. He graduated from...

Phillip Ensminger

Phillip Ensminger

Feb 20, 2021

Phillip Ensminger, age 88, of Columbus, passed away on February 20, 2021. He was born at Mt. Perry, Ohio, on April 4, 1932, the eighth of ten children of Charles H. and Mary (Koehler) Ensminger. When he was young, Phillip helped work on the family's farm and small-operator coal mine. He enjoyed softball, basketball, and played trumpet in his...

Evan Richard Hill

Evan Richard Hill

Feb 19, 2021

Evan Richard Hill, 63, of Columbus, Ohio, passed on February 19, 2021. Evan was born in Pittsburgh, PA. He was preceded in death by Frederick M. Hill, father, and Eleanor Jones Hill, mother. Survived by his sister, Leslie, and her husband Ray. Evan graduated from Whetstone High School in 1975 and Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics 2 years later. As...

David Lee Strong

David Lee Strong

Feb 17, 2021

David Lee Strong passed away on February 17, 2021 in Springfield, Ohio. He was born on November 10, 1952 to Asher and Joyce Strong in Dayton, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of David or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Philip C Mancini

Philip C Mancini

Feb 17, 2021

Philip C. Mancini passed away on February 17, 2021 in Marengo, Ohio. He was born on May 14, 1979 to Michael and Debra Mancini in Portsmouth, Virginia. If you would like to share a memory of Philip or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Holly Jean Lala

Holly Jean Lala

Feb 16, 2021

Holly Jean (Bauer) Lala, age 59, of Springboro, Ohio, passed peacefully in her sleep on February 16, 2021 after a long battle with respiratory problems. She was born on September 26, 1961 in Madeira, Ohio, where she spent much of her childhood. A beloved wife, mother, sister, friend, and kindred spirit to many, Holly was known for her bubbly...

Cheryl Ann Preston

Cheryl Ann Preston

Feb 14, 2021

Cheryl Ann Preston passed away on February 14, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on February 8, 1948 to Gary and Robin Preston in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Cheryl or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Paula Jean Delbart

Paula Jean Delbart

Feb 14, 2021

Paula Jean (Vance) Delbart, 64 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Sunday, Feburary 14, 2021 at Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center. She was born February 21, 1956 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Kenneth Clinton Vance and the late Gloria Jean (Stowers) Vance. She was preceded in death by her husband, Barry Keith Delbart. Mrs. Delbart was a loving wife, mother,...

Jeffrey Alan Kerttula

Jeffrey Alan Kerttula

Feb 12, 2021

Jeffrey Kerttula, 54, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, February 12, 2021. He was born in Smith River, CA, and is the son of Roger Kerttula (deceased) and Ethel Fraley. He was preceded in death by his father, several aunts and uncles, and by his maternal grandparents, Garfield and Thelma Parker. He is survived by his loving...

Alfred Michael Waddell

Alfred Michael Waddell

Feb 12, 2021

Alfred Michael Waddell passed away on February 12, 2021 in Logan, Ohio. He was born on May 20, 1950 to Alfred and Elin Waddell in Portsmouth, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Alfred or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Geraldine Murtha

Geraldine Murtha

Feb 11, 2021

Geraldine Murtha passed away on February 11, 2021 in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on November 27, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Geraldine or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Jamie Allen Spradlin

Jamie Allen Spradlin

Feb 11, 2021

Jamie Allen Spradlin passed away on February 11, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on November 30, 1973, to Donald and Madeline Spradlin in Troy, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Jamie or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Rayme Lynn Meadows

Rayme Lynn Meadows

Feb 11, 2021

Rayme Lynn Meadows passed away on February 11, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on February 3, 1970 to Raymond and Sharon Tennant in Circleville, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Rayme or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Gary Allen Stanton

Gary Allen Stanton

Feb 9, 2021

Gary Allen Stanton, 66, of Gahanna, OH, passed away February 9th, 2021. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. If you would like to share a memory of Gary or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

William Lowell Edwards

William Lowell Edwards

Feb 9, 2021

William Lowell Edwards passed away on February 9, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. William was born on December 23, 1935. If you would like to share a memory of William or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Gary Roger Colvin

Gary Roger Colvin

Feb 7, 2021

Gary Roger Colvin passed away peacefully the evening of February 7, 2021, his loving puppy Chewie by his side. Born September 13, 1947 in Chillicothe Ohio to Ora Kendrick and Thelma Ray Irene (Baldwin) Colvin, he spent much of his youth on his family’s farm in Kentucky. As an adult, he worked at Robbins and Meyers, Inc., first in...

Joan Marie Miller

Joan Marie Miller

Feb 6, 2021

Joan Marie Miller passed away on February 6, 2021 in Westerville, Ohio. She was born on May 19, 1948 to Gerald and Mary Brannon in Anaconda, Montana. If you would like to share a memory of Joan or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Dennis Raymond Jackson

Dennis Raymond Jackson

Feb 4, 2021

Dennis Raymond Jackson passed away on February 4, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on May 22, 1953 to Stanley and Doris Jackson in Circleville, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Dennis or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Galen White

Galen White

Feb 4, 2021

Galen White passed away on February 4, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on December 18, 1961 to William and Rene White in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Galen or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

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