Obituaries

Brenda L Ryan

Brenda L Ryan

Feb 22, 2026

Brenda Lee Ryan, of Grove City, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Born March 29, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Fleeta Colflesh, and Margaret Prettyman. She was preceded in death by her brothers, James Prettyman, and Junior Prettyman, Father-in-law William J. Bush, and Mother-in-Law Helen Bush, and brother-in-law Rev....

Scott Pitts

Scott Pitts

Feb 21, 2026

Scott Pitts, age 61, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at his home. He is preceded in death by his parents Cab and Jerri Pitts, his brother Shane Pitts and his sister Bobbie DiMarzo. 

Scott is survived by his wife Kim Pitts; son Josh Pitts and wife Christina Chapman; grandson Bruce Pitts; siblings Lori McNabb, Jeannie Holsinger,...

Elizabeth Mayfield McEntyre

Elizabeth Mayfield McEntyre

Feb 17, 2026

Elizabeth Mayfield McEntyre, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in Columbus, Ohio on February 17, 2026. Betsy, as most people referenced her was a mother, grandmother, and friend whose quiet nature and spirit shaped the course of her life.

In her early years, Betsy embraced a life of travel and exploration. She collected stories, experiences, and perspectives that broadened her world...

Paul Odom

Paul Odom

Feb 16, 2026

Paul Odom, age 70, passed away in his Reynoldsburg home on Monday, February 16th. Paul battled cancer 4 times throughout his life, successfully overcoming it each time. He also endured a battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis later in life. He ultimately succumbed to the results of end stage liver failure, more than likely a result from treatments and medications over the...

Anthony Dean Fritz

Anthony Dean Fritz

Feb 15, 2026

Anthony "Tony" Dean Fritz, 68, of Minford, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. 

Born on February 2, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Jack D. and Shirley A. (Morgan) Fritz. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lisa Fritz, his brother Andrew (Andy) Fritz, his son Devin Martin, and his parents. 

Tony...

June Marie Swies

June Marie Swies

Feb 14, 2026

June Marie Swies, 97, died peacefully at home in Gahanna, Ohio on Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Swies, parents, Daniel and Eva Allen, and her sister, Marjorie Filipello. She is survived by her children: Skip (Marj,) Susan Rosenberg, Mark (Kathy,) Judith Swies, Sandra McClellan, and Matthew (Christine,) and her sister Evelyn Katsion....

Kezhuang Fu

Kezhuang Fu

Feb 14, 2026

Kezhuang Fu, age 93, passed away peacefully at her home on February 14, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born in Beijing, China, on August 21, 1932, to her father, Zuoyi Fu, and her mother, Yunsheng Liu, who preceded her in death.

As the eldest daughter in her family, Kezhuang grew up with a strong sense...

Rebecca Green

Rebecca Green

Feb 13, 2026

Rebecca Green, age 67, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 16, 1958, in Huntington, West Virginia.

Rebecca was a woman who understood that the best things in life weren't things at all—they were moments. Whether she was savoring a fresh cup of coffee, listening to her favorite music, or enjoying...

Victoria Ellen Day

Victoria Ellen Day

Feb 13, 2026

Victoria Ellen Graham Day, age 64 of Pickerington, OH, departed this life on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Grove City Methodist Hospital after a brief illness.

She was born February 23, 1961, in Barnesville, OH, the middle daughter of the late Stuart Ralph Graham and Martha Highman Graham Howard.

In addition to her parents, Ellen was preceded in death by her husband...

Tyler Franklin Biddle

Tyler Franklin Biddle

Feb 12, 2026

Tyler Franklin BiddleApril 6, 1993 – February 12, 2026With profound sorrow and unwavering love, we announce the passing of Tyler Franklin Biddle, 32, who entered into eternal rest on February 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.Born on April 6, 1993, Tyler lived a life marked by energy, laughter, and a spirit that could brighten any room. His...

Floyd Raymond West Jr.

Floyd Raymond West Jr.

Feb 12, 2026

Floyd R. West Jr. passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2026. He attended West High School and was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He continued on to be a successful business owner for over 30 years – making friends from many of his customers.

His hobbies included fishing, boating, visiting the cigar shop, playing Friday night poker with friends...

Yun Bi Ye

Yun Bi Ye

Feb 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Yun Bi Ye

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Yun Bi Ye, a woman whose life was marked by resilience, dignity, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Born into a Chinese family in Malaysia, Yun Bi Ye faced adversity from an early age. After the loss of her father during...

Gary Alan Everetts

Gary Alan Everetts

Feb 10, 2026

Gary Alan Everetts passed away peacefully in his bed on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

There were many health issues he faced but it is unknown the ultimate cause of death.

A true Buckeye, Gary was born to Donald and Norma Darst-Everetts on October 18, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Norma Everetts, his brothers, Donald...

Rebecca Levon Jackson

Rebecca Levon Jackson

Feb 9, 2026

On June 26th, 1940 Rebecca Levon Davidson made her debut, the Earth trembled upon her arrival! Born to Emanuel and Elizabeth Davidson. Her nick named was “Becky”. She was the the youngest of 11 children. She attended East High School.

Although most of her early life she was a housewife, she was employed in the workforce for several years before being...

Charlene Ruth Jendry

Charlene Ruth Jendry

Feb 8, 2026

Charlene Jendry, age 85, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on July 28, 1941 in San Antonio, Texas and was the cherished daughter of William Hobert Stone and Thelma (Haley) Stone.

Charlene graduated from Highlands High School in 1958 and married her high school sweetheart, Bobby Jendry, in 1960.

Known for her infectious...

John Cyrus Yerian

John Cyrus Yerian

Feb 8, 2026

Sunday we lost John Yerian at just 60 years old. Our hearts are broken, but we’re thankful he is no longer in pain.

Cancer is a cruel disease. John fought for 18 long months, and he fought hard — with strength, grit, and heart. He never gave up, even on the days it was heavy.

John had a way of showing up...

Paula Jean Wexler

Paula Jean Wexler

Feb 3, 2026

Paula Jean Wexler, 78, of Columbus, passed away February 3, 2026, at the Kobacker House. Paula was born on April 21, 1947, in Toledo, Ohio to Paul and Nancy Warden.

Paula grew up in Van Wert, Ohio and was the eldest of eight children. She moved to Columbus in 1969. She was a loving mother to her three children and ten...

Shirley Ellen Johnson

Shirley Ellen Johnson

Feb 3, 2026

Shirley passed away Tuesday February 3, 2026 after a long battle with lung cancer. She was 82 years old. She is survived by her 4 children, Egbert Elias (Donna), Paul Johnson (Kathy), Pamela Tinsley (Charles), and Harry Johnson (Erica). Also, her longtime boyfriend Harold Narotsky. She had 7 brothers and sisters, James Elias (deceased), Frank Elias (deceased), Emma Walraven, Margaret...

Gloria J Harman

Gloria J Harman

Feb 3, 2026

**Gloria Jean Harman**

**March 29, 1956 – February 3, 2026**

Psalm 42:11: “…Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”

Gloria Jean Harman, who accepted Jesus as her Savior at Mahaffey Camp, Pennsylvania, at the age of eight, passed away on February 3rd.

Born in Indiana, PA, she spent her formative years in the western part...

Paul Eugene Melton Jr.

Paul Eugene Melton Jr.

Feb 1, 2026

Paul E Melton Jr., also affectionately known as “P.J.” or “Pauly”, passed away at the age of 67 on Feb 1st 2026 at St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville.

He was born on July 25th, 1958 and was raised in Columbus/Westerville. Paul worked all over the Central OH area as a painter for 45 years. He was a fan of Grandad’s and...