Keith William Austin
Oct 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Keith William Austin, who after complications with cancer, departed this life on Sunday October 12, 2025 in Westerville, Ohio. Keith was born, January 20, 1960, in Clifton Forge, VA. Keith touched the hearts of everyone who knew him, leaving an indelible mark with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.
He...
Dianne Kaye Heskett-Ward
Oct 11, 2025
Dianne K. Heskett-Ward passed away at the age of 72 on October 11th 2025 in Hilliard Ohio, surrounded by her family.
Dianne was born April 2nd 1953 in Columbus Ohio, the beloved daughter of Glen and Rebecca Heskett. She attended Whitehall-Yearling /Eastland Vocational, and retired from University Radiology at The Ohio State University. Dianne loved Ohio State Buckeye football, all dogs...
Lionel "Bruce" Carroll
Oct 9, 2025
Lionel “Bruce” Carroll was born June 20th, 1936 to Lionel and Marie (Messer) Carroll in Buena Vista, Ohio. At a young age his family moved to Millersport, Ohio where he spent the rest of his childhood. He graduated from Millersport High School in 1953. He had many different occupations throughout his life. The 2 main ones were construction and he...
Rollin Duane DeLong
Oct 9, 2025
Rollin (Rollie) Duane DeLong, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, coach, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karla (Kahler) DeLong; children Tiffany DeLong, Geoff DeLong, Jennifer (Matthew) Sperry, Matthew (Kristy) DeLong, and Sarah (Johnny) Bills; grandchildren Cayden Kocher; Jack and Ryan Sperry; Max and Samuel DeLong; and Olivia and Brendan Bills;...
Jane Ellen Leemhuis
Oct 8, 2025
Jane Leemhuis, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, just days before her 74th birthday. A beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, Jane was surrounded by love and care in her final days at hospice.
Throughout her life, Jane dedicated herself to the service of others, both professionally and personally. As a speech-language pathologist, she worked...
Geraldine McKenna
Oct 8, 2025
Our beloved Mom, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend Geraldine McKenna, age 79, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Grant Hospital. She was born on December 15, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, to Bertha and Willie Demmings.
Geraldine was a devout Jehovah's Witness for 48 years, beginning her faithful service in Dayton, OH. In 1996, she moved to Columbus,...
Danny Charles Au
Oct 8, 2025
Danny Charles Au 1954 - 2025 passed peacefully in hospice care after a long Illness.Danny was an EMT and a CPR instructor, He was a 35+ year volunteer for the Richland co. American Red Cross. He volunteered as a course worker for the Mid Ohlo Sports car course, and he was duration of run maintenance and animatronics adviser for HAUNTED...
Cecilia Fabro Bruzzese
Oct 8, 2025
Cecilia Fabro Bruzzese passed away peacefully in her home on October 8, 2025.
Cecilia was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who lived a life rooted in family and service to others. A long-time resident of Clintonville and a faithful member of Immaculate Conception Church, Cecilia gave generously of her time and heart. She served as a lector and Eucharistic...
Jeffery Alan Jones
Oct 7, 2025
Jeffery A. Jones, 73 of Gahanna, OH passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on October 7, 2025, after a brave battle with cancer and a life devoted to service.
Jeff was born at Langley Air Force Base in Norfolk, Virginia on May 2, 1952, to the late Roy G. Jones and June E. (Small) Jones. Jeff graduated from...
John Nicholas Taphorn
Oct 6, 2025
John Nicholas Taphorn January 22, 1943 – October 6, 2025
John Nicholas Taphorn, 82, of Dublin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, at Kobacker House in Columbus. He was born on January 22, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, to John Mason and Esther Jane (Schroeder) Taphorn.
On May 23, 1969, John married the love of his life, Carolyn Kaye Taphorn, and...
Brooks Stanley Martin
Oct 6, 2025
Brooks Stanley Martin, 43, of Bellefontaine, OH, passed away unexpectedly October 6, 2025 in Columbus, OH. Brooks was born in Bellefontaine, OH on October 3, 1982 to the late Anna (Bolling) and Edward Martin. Brooks was also preceded in death by paternal grandparents Charlotte and Edward Martin, maternal grandparents Persie and Albert Bolling, nephew Justin Tucker, as well as numerous...
Judith Lynn Mathis
Oct 6, 2025
Judy L Mathis was born June 6, 1960 to Jim and Jane Thorne. She passed away peacefully October 6, 2025 at Kobacker House. Judy was preceded in death by her parents and sister-in-law Ann Thorne. She is survived by brothers Jim and Jeff; nephew Brandon (Mary); nieces Christine (Anton), and Jessica (Drew); seven great nephews; many special friends, coworkers and...
Meg Fröhlich
Oct 5, 2025
Mary “Meg” Fröhlich, 74, of Ohio, passed away on October 5, 2025. She was born in Lakewood, Ohio on November 30, 1950.
Meg was known for her sharp wit, amazing baking, and deep love for her family. She loved music and could often be found playing one of her favorites by Joni Mitchell or Paul McCartney. She enjoyed Sunday drives with...
Loretta Lynn Hunt
Oct 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Loretta Lynn Hunt, our beloved mother, sister, Grandmother and Aunt.Loretta was born in Ashland, Ohio and graduated from Clearfork High School before moving to Florida then Mansfield, Ohio where she raised her 2 daughters. Loretta attended North Central State College where she obtained her Associate degree...
George Michael Henry
Oct 5, 2025
George Henry, 69, of Columbus, formerly of Martins Ferry, passed away on October 5, 2025, surrounded by family. Born January 22, 1956, in Martins Ferry, he excelled in football, basketball, and track in high school, earning recognition as one of the top wide receivers in the Ohio Valley his senior year. He proudly wore #21 in honor of his hero,...
Catherine Ann Tulman
Oct 5, 2025
Catherine Tulman (Cathy), 59, of Columbus passed into the eternal presence of her Savior Jesus Christ on Sun Oct 5, 2025 at her home, after a courageous battle with a rare incurable liver cancer. Her devoted sister Jill was holding her hand and reading Psalm 23 to her as Cathy passed into glory at 1:45 AM.
Born in 1966 in Newport...
Nepria Nechele Woods
Oct 3, 2025
Nepria Nechele Woods Was born December 1, 1975 to Charlene Brown Woods and Rodney Woods. Nepria was a beautiful and loving soul. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends, her sons Jahmeir Woods, Jammie Woods, Malik Woods, daughters Miea Woods, Miara Woods, Sisters Ronnetta Woods, Iyanna Woods, brother George Easley the third, loving niece...
Joann Palmer
Oct 2, 2025
Joann Marie Johnston Palmer, 88, passed on Thursday, October 2, 2025. She was the daughter of Ralph E. and Sabina A (Miner) Johnston. She was preceded in death by her parents, her three brothers Finley, Ralph, and Robert, her three sisters Genevieve "Kiki", Betty "Boomie", and Maryann, and her former husband, Jim Palmer.
She is survived by her daughters Stephanie (Jason)...
Johnny Ray Ooten
Oct 2, 2025
Johnny Ray Ooten, known affectionately as John, Pops, Papa, Papal, Grandpa, or Grandfather, passed away peacefully at 67 on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Doctors West Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Ironton, Ohio, on November 30, 1957, Johnny was the son of the late Rush and Bessie Ooten. He took great pride in his lifelong...
Barbara Joanne Lipp
Oct 1, 2025
Barbara Joanne (Sladich) Lipp of Delaware, OH, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on October 1st, 2025, at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH at 76 years old. She was born on February 23, 1949, to Caroline Gorscak and Alvin Sladich at The Memorial Hospital of Monongahela, Pennsylvania. She was lovingly raised by her aunt and uncle, Anna and...
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