Obituaries

Daniel S. Lettvin

Daniel S. Lettvin

Oct 28, 2025

Obituary will be posted soon. 

Rodney L. Johnson

Rodney L. Johnson

Oct 28, 2025

Obituary

Rodney L. Johnson passed away at Wexner Medical Center/The James Cancer Hospital from Acute Myeloid Leukemia on October 28, 2025. 

Early Life and Education

Born on April 19, 1947, Rodney was the eldest son of Delbert and May (Purcell) Johnson. He grew up in Columbus and Gahanna, Ohio, where he attended Gahanna Lincoln High School. Rod graduated in 1965, having been an...

Philip Armstrong

Philip Armstrong

Oct 24, 2025

Philip Alexander Nikolas Armstrong died peacefully on October 24, 2025, surrounded by his family at Ohio’s Hospice Inpatient Facility in Columbus, Ohio. Philip is survived by his spouse, Laura Lisbon and their two sons, Nikolas (born 2000) and Keir (born 2005). He is also survived by his beloved sister Caroline Whaley, her spouse Timothy Whaley, and his mother Alison Armstrong,...

Dorine Yvonne (Bosse) von Stein

Dorine Yvonne (Bosse) von Stein

Oct 24, 2025

Dorine Yvonne (Bosse) von Stein, 87, of Arlington, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, October 24, 2025, at Primrose Assisted Living in Findlay, Ohio. She was born on January 13, 1938, in Jenera, Ohio, and spent her life surrounded by her family, her farm land, and the community she loved.

On September 8, 1957, Dorine married...

Donna Jean Warren

Donna Jean Warren

Oct 23, 2025

Donna Jean Warren, 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, with her granddaughter by her side.

She was born in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, to the late Helen Kwaniewski and Carl Renz. Donna was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Raymond Warren; her son, Robert Warren; former daughter-in-law, Christine Warren of Bucyrus, Ohio; and Lisa Rogers of...

John Joseph Flowers

John Joseph Flowers

Oct 21, 2025

John J. Flowers, age 61, of Columbus, OH passed away at home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. John was born on April 13, 1964, in Wheeling, WV, to Albert “Abbie” and Mary “Sally” Flowers. 

He was an avid Ohio State Buckeye Fan and on any Fall Saturday, you could find John watching the football game. He had a soft spot for...

William Carr Rogers

William Carr Rogers

Oct 20, 2025

William (Bill) Rogers was born on November 9, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio to Isaac Rogers and Monterro McKinney. He had 11 siblings; Charles (Jack), Vando , Charlotte, Monterro, Archie, Isaac, Carl, Andrew, Betty and Jeanne.

In 1943, William was drafted into World War II, where he fought in Europe. He guarded German prisoners, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and...

Randy Wayne Ogden

Randy Wayne Ogden

Oct 20, 2025

Randy “Oggdog” Ogden, 63, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on October 20, 2025.

Randy was born on September 9, 1962, to Ralph and Susan Ogden in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School, where he met many of his lifelong friends and started a band. A self-taught guitarist from a young age, Randy was a...

Michael Wayne Greenwald

Michael Wayne Greenwald

Oct 19, 2025

Michael (Mike) Wayne Greenwald, born in 1952 (age 73) died on October 19, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers and half-brothers and 2 nephews.

He is survived by his sister and 1 of her sons, and numerous other nieces and nephews. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren from his marriages survive him as do their mothers.

As he grew...

Brian Nathan McElroy

Brian Nathan McElroy

Oct 19, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we share that Brian McElroy, affectionately known as “BMac” to his friends, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, who already miss him beyond measure.

Born on January 16, 1974, Brian lived a full and vibrant life that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. A 1992 graduate of Pickerington...

Anthony Likirdopulos

Anthony Likirdopulos

Oct 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce Anthony (Tony) Likirdopulos, 84, of Lexington, KY (Worthington, OH) passed away on October 18, 2025 at Kobacker House, surrounded by his loving family, daughter Christina, son-in law Eric, and granddaughters Eleni and Alexa.

Tony was born on August 2, 1941 on the small island of Bozcaada, Turkey (formerly Tenedos). His parents were Constantine...

Ronald Daryl Gibson

Ronald Daryl Gibson

Oct 17, 2025

Ronald D Gibson, age 77, of West Jefferson, Ohio passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on October 17, 2025 at Kobacker House, Columbus, Ohio. 

Ron was born to Oscar and Ethel(Magnuson) Gibson on February 9,1948 in Columbus, Ohio. Graduating from London High School, he was a lifelong Red Raider. Ron proudly served in the US Air Force and retired from...

Eleanor Ruth Rea

Eleanor Ruth Rea

Oct 17, 2025

Eleanor (Elly) Ruth Rea of Hannibal, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning at her home in Columbus, OH, on October 17th, 2025, one month shy of her 74th birthday, and 5 days short of her 47th wedding anniversary. She endured a decade of battles with multiple cancers and always bounced back. When cancer returned this time,...

Kathryn Bell Lump

Kathryn Bell Lump

Oct 17, 2025

Katey Bell Lump passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, October 17, 2025.

She left this world just as she existed in it every day, radiating love, being sincerely kind, and being classically Katey with her wit and candor.

Katey was so many things wrapped into one beautiful human being. She was an adoring wife to Corey Lump...

Gerald Frank Mudd

Gerald Frank Mudd

Oct 16, 2025

Gerald Frank "Jerry" Mudd, age 74, of Columbus, Ohio passed away October 16, 2025 at Riverside Hospital. Born January 22,1951 to Gerald and Sarah.

He is preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth Mae in 2016, daughter Drema Lyn Mudd in 2014; siblings Robert Fleming, Richard Fleming and Susan Kern and niece Tiffany Cade.

He is survived by his children Gerald Lee...

Denis D Dunagan

Denis D Dunagan

Oct 16, 2025

Denis Dale Dunagan, 79, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025.

Born in Lubbock, Texas, on November 22, 1945, Denis was the son of Winston L. and Espie Rae Dunagan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael Dunagan. He is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Kay Dunagan; loving daughters, Melissa Dunagan and...

Keith William Austin

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...

Christina Marie deCirota

Christina Marie deCirota

Oct 11, 2025

Christina Marie deCirota, age 37, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025. Born on April 7, 1988, Christina lived a life filled with compassion, laughter, and unwavering love for those around her.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Barry D. Cook; her beloved father, Roger D. Clark; her cherished sister, Abigail C. Clark-Yoho-Glenn and brother-in-law Zachary Yoho-Glenn; her two children,...

Dianne Kaye Heskett-Ward

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...

Jeremy Joseph Allan

Jeremy Joseph Allan

Oct 10, 2025

Jeremy Joseph Allan, 39, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on October 10th, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Sheri Allan and Aunt, Amber Allan of Columbus, He is preceded in death by his uncle, Joseph Allan and his beloved dog Guinness. 

A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Church, 684 S. Third St., Columbus, OH on Tuesday October...