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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.
Timothy Ray Riley
Feb 19, 2025
Timothy Ray Riley, 60, of Piketon, Ohio passed away on February 19, 2025. He was born October 1, 1964 in Greenup, Kentucky and was the son of the late Robert Ray Riley and Kansas Marie Riley (Sweeney). He was also preceded in death by his brother Seth Michael Riley, and two bonus children Miranda Smith and Marisa Smith. He was proud to...
Misty Sue Melton
Feb 14, 2025
Misty Sue Melton
Misty Melton, age 45 of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on Friday, February 14th, 2025, after a short battle with Neuroendocrine cancer.
She was born to Carroll Lee Melton Jr. and Marie Bartell on September 22nd, 1979. Misty was later adopted by her grandparents Carroll Lee Sr. & Betty Melton whom she referred to as mom and dad.
Misty’s favorite past...
Patricia Ann Auxier Gardner
Feb 14, 2025
Patricia Auxier Gardner, 70, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on February 14, 2025.
Terri J Reynolds
Feb 12, 2025
Terri J Reynolds of Columbus, Ohio died on February 12, 2025 at the age of 61. Terri was born in Medina, Ohio on November 16, 1963; the daughter of Bill Reynolds and Laura Reynolds. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Randy J Reynolds, grandparents Russell and Alma Reynolds and Charles and Mary Camp, numerous aunts and...
John Delmer Hart
Feb 11, 2025
John Delmer Hart, 56, of Lancaster, OH, passed away on February 11, 2025. John was born December 11, 1968 in Tacoma, WA, the son of Thomas Hart and Evelyn Jensen Hart.
John graduated from San Pasqual Academy in 1987, then went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in marketing from Idaho State University, and an MBA...
Brenda Adkins Slad
Feb 10, 2025
Brenda Adkins Slad, 67 passed away peacefully at her home in Chillicothe, Ohio on February 10, 2025. She was born on June 21, 1957 in Elgin, Illinois to Ralph and Juanita (Sexton) Adkins. She grew up and spent her childhood in Wayne, West Virginia.
Brenda is lovingly remembered by her son Charles (Crystal) Rowe; her grandchildren Bryson Rowe and Brylee Rowe,...
Gary Lloyd Laswell
Feb 9, 2025
Gary Lloyd Laswell, 65, of Grove City, OH finished his last race on February 9, 2025. He was born February 20, 1959 in Houston, TX. He was the son of the late Joann and Charles Laswell. As a collegiate athlete, he ran track at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX and studied geology. Ever the wanderer and sometimes hitchhiker,...
Mary A Colflesh
Feb 7, 2025
Mary Alice Colflesh, age 75, of Amlin, Ohio passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at St Catherine's Manor of Washington Court House. She was born May 29, 1949.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents Clayton and Marjorie (Harter) Shriver, son Guy Colflesh III, siblings Gary Lee Shriver, Robert Shriver, Andrew Shriver, Carol Shriver, and her beloved dogs, Gizmo, Joey...
Roger Allen Stover Sr.
Feb 3, 2025
Roger Allen Stover, Sr., of Beaver, OH, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2025 at his home.
Roger was born in Columbus, OH to the late Raymond Stover and Donna (McKee) Moore.
He is survived by his wife Betty, his siblings Richard (Laura) Stover, Susan (Jim) Stover-Hite, Heidi (David) Jen-kins, Stacy (Tommy) Ewing, his sons Roger Stover, Jr., David Waggoner, daughters...
Robert Eugene Thompson Jr
Feb 2, 2025
Robert Eugene “Butch” Thompson, Jr,. of Baltimore, Ohio, passed away on February 2, 2025 in the home he had recently designed and built with his own two hands.
Butch, was born in Lancaster, Ohio to Robert and Clara Marie (Nisley) Thompson, who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his loving partner, Robin Carter Thompson, his sister, Debra Leiendecker, his brother...
Gregory Todd Jordan
Jan 31, 2025
Gregory Todd Jordan, 58 of Chillicothe Ohio, passed away from this life on January 31st, 2025, following a brief illness.
Greg was born January 27th, 1967, in Chillicothe Ohio to the late Harold “Bud” Jordan and Shirley Liebe Jordan.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents John & Dorothy Liebe, Layton and Florence Jordan and a nephew Randy Diehl.
Greg was a...
Wendell E Clark
Jan 28, 2025
Wendell E. Clark passed away peacefully at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
He was born June 3rd, 1946 in Maysville, Kentucky to Della (Merson) and Homer Clark. He graduated from Ridgedale High School. He served in the US Navy. He was an electrician for a family business Clark Electric, worked for...
Shelby Christine Wetzel
Jan 25, 2025
Shelby Christine Wetzel 54yrs
Born:Nov 6,1970
Passed Away: Jan 25,2025
She is survived by the following:
Husband Richard Wetzel who loved her more than life itself,her son Trevor Wetzel who loved his mom with all his heart as so did she love him with all her heart , daughter Malisa Wetzel ,son Mat Wetzel ,mother Lenore Igleheart who loved her baby dearly, father Charles...
Jennie L Hall Ross
Jan 24, 2025
Jennie L Hall Ross 46 of Zanesville Ohio passed away January 24, 2025 with her family by her side. Born November 20, 1978 in Cambridge Ohio. Jennie had a contagious smile, she was a loving daughter, sister, wife and friend who will be missed my many.
Daughter of Linda Ingram. Jennie is survived by her mother and loving wife Elizabeth Ross,...
Robert "Bob" Lee
Jan 23, 2025
Robert (Bob) Lee 78 of Lancaster Ohio passed away peacefully Thursday January 23, 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones.
Bob was born July 6, 1946 in Pontiac, Michigan. He spent a majority of his life doing what he loved, working on cars. He was a hardworking man who always took care of his family. He was a member of...
Charles Robert Smith
Jan 21, 2025
Charles (Chuck) Robert Smith was called home Tuesday January 21st, 2025 at 12:45 A.M. He was born in Rochester, New York then later moved to Lancaster, Ohio. He worked Magna Seating of Columbus for the past three years. Chuck was preceded in death by his father, Charles Leroy Smith, Sister, Lisa Bunthoff and brother Kevin Smith. Chuck is survived by...
Carla Jean Gordon
Jan 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we remember our beloved Carla Jean “Bean” Gordon, who left us on January 21, 2025. Carla was born on February 17, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, to Frank and Rose Gordon. She is preceded in death by her father, Frank Gordon Sr., and her son, Reginald Gordon.
Carla attended Columbus Public Schools and spent her childhood...
Marcella Durfey
Jan 18, 2025
Marcella J Durfey, age 83, passed away on January 18, 2025. She was born on December 18, 1941 in Marion, Ohio to Hasel and Mary (Holt) Pickens.
Marcella is preceded in death by her parents and son. She is survived by two daughters and many dear friends and family.
Theresa Jo (Wilson) Crozier
Jan 18, 2025
A memorial service for Theresa Jo (Wilson) Crozier, 66, of Heath will be held at 11am on Friday, January 24th, 2025, at Christian Life Center, 665 Linnville Rd. SE, Heath with Pastor Michael Ensey and Bishop T. L. Kirk officiating.
Theresa passed away on Saturday, January 18th, 2025, at Licking Memorial Hospital under Hospice of Central Ohio’s care. She was born...
Daniel A "Bud" Smith
Jan 17, 2025
Daniel A “Bud” Smith - 81, passed away on 01/17/2025.
He is survived by his wife Penny Smith, sons Daniel (Kathryn Sanders-Smith) Smith Jr., Aaron (Masha Meyta) Smith, and Partick (Amanda) North; and grandchildren Austin, Maxim, Devin, Hunter, and Madison. Daughters-in-law Kathryn Sanders-Smith, Masha Meyta, and Amanda Saxton.
Born on 07/02/1943 in Columbus, Ohio, Bud lived a beautiful life as a husband,...
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