Grace Ajemian-Kishishian 91, passed away on October 15, 2020 at Lewis Center, Ohio. She was the wife of John Kishishian, mother of Virginia, Linda, Gloria, Michael and John, mother-in-law of Mark Detwiler and Vahe Manoukian, and grandmother of Christian, Nicholas & Alyssa. She was married to her beloved husband John for 56 years. Grace was born in Shimlan, Lebanon on August 27, 1929 to Nerses and Oghig Ajemian. Her mother contracted tuberculosis when Grace was young and died in 1934....

Aaron P. Raita died peacefully in Columbus, Ohio on October 13, 2020 after a short illness. Aaron was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 4, 1922 to Kate (nee Gangler) and John Raita Sr. Growing up during the Great Depression, times were tough during his early life. Aaron enlisted in the Army and served in the 14th Armored Division (Liberators) during World War II. At the end of the war he returned to Cincinnati, went to work for the City of Cincinnati, and married his wife, Ruth (nee...

Watkins Mackey Ray Watkins, age 66, Sunrise August 19, 1954, to Sunset October 13, 2020. Survived by wife Tonia Watkins Hamilton; children Evangelist Janet (Elder John) Darden, Mack Ray Watkins, Jr., Matthew 'Chew' Hamilton and Jaleesa Watkins. Many grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; loving siblings and their families, including a host of nieces and nephews. Numerous close friends. A memorial in his memory will be held Saturday, October 24, 2020 from Noon - 3:00 pm. at...

Marguerite “Sue” Mercurio (nee Kaylor), born January 14, 1934 in Columbus, died peacefully at home in Westerville, Ohio on October 11, 2020 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.  Preceded in death by her husband of 23 years, Dick Mercurio, her son, Marc, a brother, Jim Kaylor, and parents. Sue is survived by her loving son Rick Mercurio (Sally Luken), her cherished grand-daughter Anna Maria Mercurio, beloved siblings Nancy and Gordon, and the entire Kaylor...

MarySue Helstern Rosenberger, registered nurse, author, ordained minister, and chaplain, died at home in Westerville, Ohio, on Sunday, October 11, following a lengthy illness with pulmonary fibrosis.   Born on March 10, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Russell and Vinna Bowers Helstern, she lived her childhood years in a rural location outside of Brookville, Ohio.    She married Bruce Rosenberger in 1968 and they are the parents of two sons, Luke (Julie) of Boerne,...

Jeffrey Lynn Wilson of Columbus, Ohio passed away October 10, 2020 at the age of 71 after a 2-year battle with cancer. He served as a Lieutenant in the US Air Force. Graduated from the Ohio State University with an advanced degree in Public Administration. Began his career as an investigator with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission in Columbus. Retired after 27 years with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources having served as Acting Chief and Assistant Chief of two divisions. He is survived...

Dr. Frank Lawrence Himes passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 10, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio, due to pneumonia brought on from myasthenia gravis.  He was born on July 30, 1927, to Ralph and Mary (Herr) Himes on the home farm in Montgomery County, Indiana. He attended New Market schools from first through 12th grade, received an AB degree in 1949 from Wabash College, an MS degree in chemistry in 1941 from Purdue University, then a PhD in Soil Science in 1956 from...

Ray Lewis Defenbaugh, 85, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 9, 2020. He was surrounded by his family and pets including Benny, Leo and Mako his trusted loyal guard cats. He was born the second of four children of on August 5, 1935 in Columbus, Ohio to parents Grover and Helen (Fauble) Defenbaugh. Ray worked at NCR (National Cash Register), Ohio Bell, and retired from AT&T after 28 years of service. He was a man of many interests and hobbies!  He enjoyed creating...

Stephen Wayne Bernsdorf of Lewis Center, Ohio, passed away on October 8th, 2020 with his wife Bette by his side. Born on September 29th, 1949 to parents Paul and Marilyn Bernsdorf, Steve was a life-long resident of central Ohio. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School and went on to serve his country in the United States Army Reserve while earning his bachelor’s degree from Franklin University. After graduating, Steve and his brother Randy took over the family business, M&D...

On Wednesday, October 7, 2020, Eleanor Marie Turley, loving mother, grandmother and sister, passed away at the age of 84.   Eleanor was born on June 27th, 1936 in Columbus, Ohio to Cardie and Dorothy Foster. She was a school teacher and was loved by many.   Eleanor was preceded in death by her father Cardie, her mother Dorothy, her infant son Charles, and siblings Harold, James, Ruth, and Virginia. She is survived by her daughter Connie,...