All Obituaries

Jerry R. Burke Jr passed away suddenly, while Surround by his loved ones, On Nov. 7th 2018 @ The age of 42. He Was Born Jan. 18th 1976 To Parents Jerry R Burke Sr And Jeannie D. Burke,Both Who have Proceeded him in Death. He Is Survived by his Two Children Gage (Camryn)and Lilli Ann,Brother Anthony (Heather), Sister Nichole Ebert(John), God Parents Mark(Pops) Lois(Moms) Kershaw. Along with Many Friends and Family. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at The Cherry Creek Church of...

Major Kent W. Freshwater (USAF Ret.) Kent passed away, while surrounded by his loved ones, at the Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio on October 16, 2018 at the age of 76. His passing was due to complications attributed to Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). He was born November 25, 1941 in Lakewood, Ohio to parents Richard Archer and Zella Grace Freshwater and is survived by his 2 older brothers, Richard A. Freshwater II (Venice, FL) and identical twin Theodore W. Freshwater (Kathy) (Bermuda Run,...

REDMOND Astrid S. Redmond, November 11, 2018 in Columbus, OH.  Astrid gave a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. As a nurse she dedicated 40 years to serve those in need of care. She spent 17 of those years at the OSU Medical Center. Astrid selflessly served others as not only a nurse, but a friend. When there was a need even outside the hospital, she was there. She also gave back to the sick in our community, even caring for others with her own time and money.  Astrid is...

Nanci Lee Cummins, 84, of Powell, peacefully passed away at The Kobacker House on Nov. 3, 2018, just 7 days after her husband, Lowell Cummins passed away.  Nanci worked at Battelle for 21 years as a Secretary where she met Lowell; they were married for 32 years.  After retirement, they shared a love for antiques and had a small business at the Scott’s Antique Market for several years. Nanci was a talented & creative soul her entire life, and created beautiful works of art...

 Brian Keith Borham, 45, of Ashley, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 6, 2018. He was born to the late Charles E. And Lila M. (Parker) Borham on October 27, 1973 in Delaware, Ohio.  Brian was a powerful soul, loved and respected by anyone blessed enough to cross paths with him. Brian had his faults,  however, his protections greatly outweighed anything seen as a fault. He was a great man, ready to help anyone who needed him.  He was a beloved son, father,...

Dr. Kerry Yolanda Patterson Cole, 62, of Powell, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday, October 15, 2018, surrounded by her loving family.  Kerry was born in Greenville, Mississippi, on February 15, 1956 to Leola Patterson.  She was a graduate of Tufts University.  Kerry received her medical degree from The Ohio State University and practiced radiology for many years. Kerry raised her children in Springfield, Ohio, where she lived for nearly 20 years.  Kerry was active...

Taylor, Susan Elaine, of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly November 10, 2018.  She was born in Columbus, Ohio June 6, 1961 to the late Robert S. Taylor and Pauline (Shields) Vernon. In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her step-father, Jerry C. Vernon and her former husband Daniel D. Smith. Susan is survived by her former husband Cliff J. Morton; son Clifford Morton; daughters Danielle Smith (Drew West) and Monica Smith; sisters Bonnie (Nick) Smith, Connie...

Bette Anne Smith, age 84, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018 at Kobacker House. Educated at Pecos Benedictine Monastry. She was a spiritual director who lead many people to Christ.  She brought a lot of love, friendship and comfort to many. Member of All Saints Community. She was a creative artist, creator and founder of Jenny Miniatures. She is survived by her husband Frank W. Smith of 67 years marriage; 3 loving daughters Leslie Anne Smith, Caryn Lee (Jeff) Gifford and Jennifer...

Vernon D. “Buzz” Mast, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Mayfair Retirement Village, Columbus, Ohio after a short illness. Buzz was born November 2, 1925 to David L. Mast and Amanda (Hochstettler) Mast in Salt Creek Township, Holmes County, Ohio.   David and Amanda had 5 sons (Buzz was the third) and a daughter.  During the Great Depression, he helped provide for his family by farming for his Father and Mother and extended families in Wayne and...

DAVIS Kathy A. Davis, age 62, Nov 9, 2018. Born Feb 5, 1956 in Fort Knox, KY to her late parents Thomas Sr. and Claudia P. Davis. Preceded in death by brothers Wallace Davis, Thomas W. Davis, III, Rex Davis and Michael Davis. Survived by sister Chloe (Larry Clark) Davis, dearest friend Raymond Fischer and many loving nieces and nephews; great niece and like a daughter Marlisa Miller. Kathy was a long-time employee with Discover. A graduate of Hamilton Township High School, Class of...