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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.

Penny Ann Melton

Penny Ann Melton

Jun 18, 2020

Penny Ann Melton was born March 01, 1952 to Gladys M. Scarberry and Willis Ward in Georgecreek, Kentucky. Penny is lovingly remembered by her family. If you would like to share a memory of Penny or offer a message of condolence to the family please visit Penny's Tribute Wall.

Bret Charles Harrison

Bret Charles Harrison

Jun 17, 2020

Bret C. Harrison, age 59, born April 27, 1961 passed away on June 17, 2020. He was a graduate of North High School Class of 1979. Bret was a lifelong Ohio State football fan. He loved watching and cheering on the Buckeyes every game, especially against the team up north. Employed by G4S security for 2 years, Sears for...

David Paul Haider

David Paul Haider

Jun 17, 2020

David Paul Haider was born April 1, 1947 to Rosalia Mayers and Martin Haider in St. Paul, Minnesota. David will be missed and remembered by his loving family. If you would like to share a memory of David or offer a message of condolence to the family please visit David's Tribute Wall.

Russell James Lemaster

Russell James Lemaster

Jun 16, 2020

Russell James Lemaster, 67, of Ashville, Ohio went to dance in the sky with his late wife Sandra Kay (Dotson) Lemaster and daughter Tracy Ann Lemaster on July 16, 2020. He was born June 25, 1953 in Troy, Michigan to the late Paul Lemaster. He is survived by mother, Betty (Chambers) Lemaster; and had a total of 8 brothers...

Kathryn Marie Rife

Kathryn Marie Rife

Jun 16, 2020

Kathryn Marie (Mathews) Rife, 70, of Fredericktown, Ohio passed away June 16, 2020 at home. She was born 11/7/1949 in Flatwoods, KY. She had 2 biological brothers, Jon Hexum and Jimmy Mathews, both deceased. She also had 2 biological sisters that died of crib death shortly after their birth. She is survived by her children: daughter Brandy (Bryan) Hallett,...

Michael William Fitzgerald

Michael William Fitzgerald

Jun 16, 2020

Michael William Fitzgerald was born July 21, 1953 in Dayton Ohio. He went to heaven June 16, 2020. He was preceded by parents, William Fitzgerald Sr. and Elizabeth Fitzgerald (Gress); and brother William Fitzgerald Jr. He is survived by Mary K. Lynn, Jane Mannon, Terri and Ed Sullivan, Patty and Steve Leyland, John Fitzgerald and Pam Hensley; daughter, Nicole...

Hazel Louise Neff-Mcgath

Hazel Louise Neff-Mcgath

Jun 15, 2020

Hazel Louise Neff McGath June 28th, 1937 - June 15th, 2020. Preceded in death by father Leslie Neff and mother Christina Lemay Neff, sisters Wanda Irene Neff and Janet Neff, and brother Leslie Neff Jr. Hazel is survived by sons Robert McGath Jr., Thomas and Rhonda McGath and daughter Cindy McGath. Also survived by brothers Arnold Neff and Allan...

Mary Catherine  Lathrop

Mary Catherine Lathrop

Jun 11, 2020

Mary Catherine Lathrop, 94, passed away on June 11, 2020 in Marion, OH. She was born on February 25, 1926 in Wilkes Barre, PA to Leo Selover and Mary (Knauer) Selover. If you would like to share a memory of Mary or offer a message of condolence to her family, please visit her tribute wall.

Anthony  Goldberg-Rugalev

Anthony Goldberg-Rugalev

Jun 11, 2020

Anthony Goldberg-Rugalev, 60, passed away on June 11, 2020 in Columbus, OH. He was born on July 16, 1959 in the former Soviet Union to Julius Goldberg and Anelya Rugaleva. If you would like to share a memory of Anthony or offer a message of condolence to his family, please visit his tribute wall.

George Edwin Jones

George Edwin Jones

Jun 9, 2020

George E. Jones, 80, passed away on June 9th, 2020 in Waverly, OH. He was born on December 6th, 1939 in Waynesville, OH to Isaac Jones and Flossie Jones (Jordan). If you would like to share a memory of George or offer a message of condolence to the family, please visit his tribute wall.

Myron Dean Hively

Myron Dean Hively

Jun 8, 2020

Myron Dean Hively, age 77, passed away in Lancaster, OH on June 8, 2020. He was born on June 28, 1942 in Butler, OH to Marion Leroy Hively and Bernice Marie Cheney. To share a memory of Myron or to offer a message of condolence to the family, please visit his tribute wall.

Pauline Patricia Scott

Pauline Patricia Scott

Jun 6, 2020

Went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2020. She was born August 9, 1933 to the late Charles and Martha Whiteus. She married William F. Scott on April 21, 1957. Loving mother to one son Bo Scott (Jade), and to five daughters. Lynn Skelley (Jeff), Linda Arden, Nancy Little (Dean), Lila Scott, DeeDee Scott, and a special...

Ewell  Kent Steppe

Ewell Kent Steppe

Jun 6, 2020

Ewell Kent Steppe, 70, of Pataskala, Ohio passed away on June 6, 2020. He was born November 26, 1949 in Martin County Kentucky, and was the son of the late Taylor Thomas and Thelma Louise (Smith) Steppe. After his formative years of working for Metal Forge and Coca-Cola he put himself through college later in life and graduated on...

Robert R.  Bloomfield

Robert R. Bloomfield

Jun 6, 2020

Robert R. Bloomfield passed away on June 6, 2020. He was born in Circleville, Ohio to Henry and Florence (Greeno) Bloomfield May 31, 1968. He enjoyed drawing, going fishing, camping and fixing cars. His true passion was his children, grandchildren and his dog Peanut. Robert was a wonderful Husband, Father and Pawpaw. In his spare time he love spending...

Sharon Denean Miller

Sharon Denean Miller

Jun 6, 2020

Sharon Denean Miller born November 26, 1969 to Donald and Doris of Washington, DC. Sharon will be missed by her family. If you would like to share a memory of Sharon or offer a message of condolence to the family please visit Sharon's Tribute Wall.

Elizabeth Choban

Elizabeth Choban

Jun 5, 2020

Elizabeth Choban, 91, previously of McDonald OH passed away peacefully Friday June 5,2020 in her apartment at Danbury Senior Living, Columbus OH. She was born May 5, 1929, the daughter of Joseph and Bertha (Illeys) Ferenczy. She was a National Honor Society graduate of Girard High School. She worked at Mahoning Bank until her marriage to Steve Choban, May...

Dea Henrich

Dea Henrich

Jun 2, 2020

Dea Henrich, 58, of Riverside, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2020. Dea was born April 2, 1962, in Mt Clemens, Michigan she was the daughter of the late Charles and Patricia Henrich. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Chuck (Mary) Henrich, Rick (Martha) Henrich, and Bruce Henrich. Dea was a graduate of Wright State...

David  Leroy Smith

David Leroy Smith

Jun 1, 2020

David Leroy Smith, age 91, passed away in Pickerington, Ohio on June 1, 2020. He was born on June 12, 1928 in Dayton, Ohio to Donald Leroy Smith and Alice Laura Page. To share a memory of David or to offer a message of condolence to the family, please visit his tribute wall.

Jason Wayne Taylor

Jason Wayne Taylor

May 31, 2020

Jason Wayne Taylor, 41, of Mt.Gilead Ohio went to Heaven to have Peace on May 31,2020 Jason was born in Mt. Vernon Ohio on May 30 1979 and is son of Tammy Parker and David Taylor. He loved gardening, fishing and family. He will be remembered for smile and his kind words. Jason was preceded in death by his...

Kenneth Andrew Hughes

Kenneth Andrew Hughes

May 30, 2020

Kenneth Andrew Hughes 39, of Columbus,Ohio passed away on May 30,2020. He was dearly loved and will be forever missed. Kenny was born December 28,1981 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of Lisa O'Bryan and Donald Backus Jr. He was preceded in death by brother Mitchell Roach,Grandma (Nanny) Nancy Rudd and Grandpa Charles Hughes Survived by son Andrew,...

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