Obituaries

Michaela Medek

Michaela Medek

Sep 11, 2025

Michaela Medek, age 41, passed away Thursday September 11, 2025 in Pickerington, Ohio. She is survived by her loving husband Austin, children Amelia Medek, Marshall Medek and Harlee Medeck; siblings Emily Rossi, Erin Lamb, Nathanial Lamb and Elle Hunt.

Visitation will be held at Real Church 5780 Reynoldsburg Baltimore Rd NW, Pickerington, OH 43147 Friday September 19 from 3-6pm where memorial...

Walter Wilson Morgan

Walter Wilson Morgan

Sep 11, 2025

Many students, parents, and fellow teachers in the Upper Arlington, OH School District believe they lost one of their legendary teachers when Walter Wilson Morgan 87 passed away on September 11, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Walt was born October 28, 1937 in Shawnee, OH to the late Walter and Myrtle (Harrop) Morgan.Upon graduation from Ohio University in 1962,...

George Larry Williamson III

George Larry Williamson III

Sep 9, 2025

Larry Williamson of Victorian Village, Columbus, Ohio passed away September 9th, 2025. He was born October 23, 1949 in Burgettstown, PA. Larry was a graduate of Penn State University.

Larry and his husband Dale Gussett met in 1979 and were married in New York City in April of 2012. They were partners in life as well as business. L'Antibes, their restaurant...

Artis C. McBride

Artis C. McBride

Sep 8, 2025

Artis C McBride passed away September 8, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Artisk was born January 10, 1939 in Ronda, North Carolina to Horse Gentry and Elisabeth McBride. Artis loved his Cadillac cars!

Artis is survived by his cousin Bobby Hague, children Terry McBride, Margaret McBride, Seth Allen McBride, Maurice Mason, Tyrone Mason, James Mason, Artenya McBride, Brittney McBride, and his favorite...

Brenda Lee Mitchell

Brenda Lee Mitchell

Sep 7, 2025

Brenda Lee Smouse Penwell Rooks Mitchell

It is with deep love and gratitude that we remember the life of Brenda Lee Mitchell, born November 23, 1968, in London, Ohio. She passed away on September 7, 2025, at the age of 56. She was a woman whose joy, laughter, and selfless heart left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her.

Brenda loved...

Mary Jo Weaver

Mary Jo Weaver

Sep 7, 2025

Mary Josephine Weaver (née Phillips) of Columbus, Ohio, died on September 7, 2025. She was 86 years old.

Born on July 27, 1939, in Belmont, Ohio, to Mary Gladys (née Davis) and Ralph L. Phillips, Mary Jo dedicated her life to her family, her community, and helping others. She graduated from North High School in 1957 and built a 27-year career...

Phyllis E. Bird

Phyllis E. Bird

Sep 4, 2025

Phyllis E. Bird was born November 11, 1937 in Columbus, OH. She experienced a full and wonderful life. She passed peacefully on September 4th, 2025 at the age of 87. She is receded in death by her husband Eddy Bird and her son Thomas Bird. She is survived by her children Dianah Beattie and Doug Bird and her grandchildren Jeremy...

Cary McVey

Cary McVey

Sep 2, 2025

Cary McVey, often referred to as “Julio” by some family and friends, from Guysville, Ohio, died September 2, 2025. He was life-flighted to OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, and diagnosed with an inoperable, terminal massive sudden and unexpected major brain bleed as a result of a stroke, rendering him unconscious from the time of his episode. He died...

Kellie R. Lindesmith

Kellie R. Lindesmith

Sep 2, 2025

Kellie R Lindesmith, 60 years old Westerville, Ohio 43081 passed away at St. Ann's Hospital September 2, 2025 from complications with cancer. She was born March 10, 1965 Shelbyville, Indiana. Mother Shirly Hiatt and Father Robert Hiatt.

Survived by her husband Scott Lindesmith; children Jerry Erwin and Joey Mentzer; grandsons Jaylin Mentzer, Austin Erwin and Ayden Erwin; sister Susan and Rick...

Maurice Lamont Hagans

Maurice Lamont Hagans

Sep 2, 2025

Maurice Lamont Hagans, affectionately known as “Mo” or “Mo Dog”, 59 of Columbus Ohio, departed life suddenly on September 2, 2025. Born on February 27, 1966 in Dayton Ohio to Shirley and James Earl Hagans. Maurice graduated from Brookhaven High School in 1985. Maurice spent many years as a professional cook. He enjoyed fishing, watching his Ohio State Buckeyes and...

Leroy Nicely

Leroy Nicely

Aug 30, 2025

Leroy Nicely age 83, April 3rd, 1942, to August 30th, 2025, Born in Columbus, Ohio.

Preceded in death by parents, brothers, sisters and grandson.

Survived by wife of 63 years Gloria Nicely, Daughter Tereasa Clay, Son Royce Nicely and granddaughter Olyvia Nicely.

Leroy loved collecting things, maybe too much but he loved going to Flea markets rather it was to sell, buy or...

Billie D. Kelley

Billie D. Kelley

Aug 28, 2025

Billie Debosse Kelley, born November 27, 1948. Passed away August 28, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio to Josephine Kelley Hall and Eugene Barrett. Preceded in death by grandmother Willie Clyde Kelley, mother Josephine Kelley Hall, father Eugene Barrett Sr., sons Juan Romero Kelley and Robert Cecli Kelley, sister Leigh (Robert) Enoex, brothers Eugene “Butch” Barrett Jr, and Rodney Evans. Survived...

John Michel Hilbert Sr

John Michel Hilbert Sr

Aug 28, 2025

John Michel Hilbert Sr. age 61 of West Jefferson, Ohio, peacefully returned to our Heavenly Father the morning of August 28, 2025, with his loving wife by his side.

John was born December 5, 1963 in Norfolk, Virginia to William John Hilbert Jr. and Rosemarie Rita Erdos Hilbert. He has told many stories of growing up with his siblings and friends....

Leo R King

Leo R King

Aug 28, 2025

Leo Robert King, 46, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in a car accident due to a medical emergency on August 28, 2025. Another person was injured in the crash, and knowing Leo, he would have taken that pain himself ~ if it had meant sparing someone else.

Leo was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert D. King...

Dennis Ray Bates

Dennis Ray Bates

Aug 25, 2025

Dennis Bates Age 63

Born in Columbus-Ohio on July 12, 1962 to John and Venus Bates. Passed away on August 25, 2025 in Galloway, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by his wife Peggy Bates and Daughter Rhonda Bates; Parents John and Venus Bates; Brother Kenneth Bates; Infant brother Jerry-Lee Bates; Infant grandson Anthony Sanders.

Survived by his grandsons Eric Sanders, Matthew Sanders...

Florence C. Tymash

Florence C. Tymash

Aug 25, 2025

Florence Tymash (Chranowski), also known as “Flo” passed at the age of 96. She was a resident at Carriage Court Assisted Living in Hilliard, Ohio. Flo died on Monday August 25, 2025. Her daughter and son-in –law were at her bedside when she passed. Flo died following complications from pneumonia.

Beloved wife of Michael Tymash, Jr who preceded her in death...

Lawrence M Peck

Lawrence M Peck

Aug 25, 2025

Lawrence M Peck (Micky) Born 9/24/1940 and passed away peacefully at home on 8/25/2025. Micky was born to Howard and Nellie Peck in Columbus Ohio in what is now known as Italian Village. Micky was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Nellie Peck, Aunt Pansy Busch, 5 Brothers and 4 sisters.

Micky is survived by his wife of 63...

James Edward Smiley

James Edward Smiley

Aug 25, 2025

James Edward Smiley was born in Columbus, Ohio, March 20, 1943 and passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025. He graduated from West High School in 1960. On August 10, 1963, he married the love of his life Judy Ferrero, and they were married for 62 years.

Jim loved to travel, discovering Hilton Head with Judy in the early 70’s. He...

William Ray Pyett

William Ray Pyett

Aug 25, 2025

William Ray Pyett, lovingly known as Bill, age 50, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on August 25, 2025. He was a devoted son, husband, father, and grandfather whose presence touched the lives of all who knew him.Bill is survived by his mother, Patricia DeLong; his wife, Jessica; his children, Jessie Ann, William, and Amber Pyett; and...

Donald Lloyd Coey II

Donald Lloyd Coey II

Aug 23, 2025

Donald Lloyd Coey II, born on June 20, 1967, peacefully departed this life on August 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and friends after a long and exhausting battle with cancer.

Donald began his journey of hard work and dedication at a young age, working on Tom Irvin's farm, where he earned the nickname "Duck." After completing school, he went...