Obituaries

May 27, 2025

Gail R. Coppess, born on January 4, 1953, in Ansonia, Ohio, departed this life peacefully at his home in Hilliard, Ohio, on May 27, 2025, surrounded by family as he bravely faced a battle with cancer. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the hearts of many with his unwavering kindness and infectious laughter.

Gail was...

May 26, 2025

Marcela (Mamang Cel) Velasquez Rivera, beloved mother to four children, 87 years old, passed away peacefully in her home on May 26, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio surrounded by her family and loved ones leaving a void her family cannot fill.

She was born in Angeles City, Philippines in January 17, 1938 to Engracia Espino Velasquez and Bernardo Velasquez. She was the...

May 26, 2025

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May 23, 2025

Shawn Lee Day, 38, passed away on May 23, 2025 with his loving wife who was also his best friend by his side, Courtney Day. 

He is survived by his wife Courtney Day, step-kids Draven Landis, Gaven Landis, Meah Landis, nieces and nephews Ryan Day, Jazzlynn Hicks of Pomeroy, OH, Isaiah Day, Hunter Day, Brayden Bartoe of Hartford, WV, brothers Keith...

May 23, 2025

It's with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to friend and father, Robert "Bob" Volk, who tragically passed away Friday, May 23rd in Columbus, OH. 

He will be dearly missed by his 4 children, Bryce, Brayden, Bryanna, and Blake and his wife, Jayne as well as his 3 grandchildren, who were the love of his life, Ellya, Emerson & Enzo Crute. 

We...

May 23, 2025

Kenneth Scott Adams, born June 16, 1963, in Cleveland, OH, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Columbus, OH after several years of a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Kenny, as he was affectionately known, was a huge fan of Ohio sports teams, Starbucks iced coffee, 70’s rock music, and playing the lottery. While his last few years were marred by...

May 21, 2025

Ronney Joe Writesel, affectionately known as Joe to his close family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, in Hilliard, Ohio, at the age of 75.Born on May 15, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio, Joe was a lifelong resident of the state he loved. He was a man of deep faith and quiet strength—soft spoken and caring, with a...

May 20, 2025

May 19, 2025

Brandon Tyler Burgett born October 14th 1997 to Scott Burgett and Tracey Burgett. Passed away May 19th 2025.

He is survived by parents Scott and Tracey Burgett , his sisters Alayna Anderson and Stephanie Burgett and his brothers Donovan (Breanna) Burgett and Ryan Burgett, Two nieces Skylar Sexton and Peyton Burgett and nephews Donovan Burgett Jr and Dalton Burgett.

Brandon was a...

May 16, 2025

On Friday, May 15, 2025, our beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, Shana Marie Savage Tackett was welcomed into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on June 22, 1979, and grew up in Worthington, Ohio with her loving parents Jack Savage and Beverly (Opper) Savage, and her four siblings.

Shana attended Worthington Kilbourne High School,...

May 15, 2025

Ruth Jean Matthews, age 87, passed away peacefully at her home on May 15, 2025. She was born August 20, 1937 in Wheelersburg, Ohio to Arthur Morrison and Reba Hutchinson. Ruth retired from GM, where she worked 30 years at Fisher Guide and 17 years at Eddie Bauer. She enjoyed playing bingo, bowling, playing cards, and going to the casino....

May 14, 2025

Sharon Lou Nutt, 76, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at St. Ann's Hospital, after a short illness. She was born April 3, 1949, in Ashland, Kentucky, the identical twin of her beloved sister Karen Lynn Nelson-Curry, who predeceased her in 2016. Attending North High School, and known back then as "The Nelson Twins," they graduated...

May 13, 2025

It is with great sorrow to announce that Miguel Perez Tapia, 50, of Dublin, Ohio, has passed away on May 13, 2025. Born in Santa Isabel Cholula, Puebla, Mexico on October 15, 1974 to Leonso Perez and Esperanza Tapia, he spent most of his life in the U.S., where he built a humble, loving legacy through hard work, faith, and...

May 11, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Lockhart, who departed this world on Sunday, May 11th, 2025.

Born on December 4th, 1973, in Columbus, Ohio, Jerry was the son of Greg Lockhart and Janice (Brown) Lockhart. Jerry was greatly loved by his sister Jennifer (Lockhart) Floyd, whom he often referred to as Refinnej, teasing her by...

May 11, 2025

Jeremiah Daniel Spires, age 40, passed away on May 11, 2025. He was born on May 11, 1985, at St. Ann’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, to Peggy Spires. He excitedly joined the United States Army in 2004, right out of high school. Proudly serving for 3.5 years. He was stationed in South Korea and Colorado and was deployed to Iraq...

May 11, 2025

Michael Fitzpatrick Parrett born April 29, 1950 in Tarentum, PA, died at home May 11, 2025 after a long illness. Mike was a proud Mifflin High School graduate, class of 1968. He was preceded in death by parents William A. Parrett IV and Betty David Parrett, brother William A. Parrett V and sister Vicki Yost. He leaves his wife of...

May 11, 2025

John “Ace” Milling, 75, died peacefully surrounded by family on May 11, 2025, after facing a difficult illness with strength and dignity. He was born on September 12, 1949 at the old Scripps Hospital in La Jolla, California to John and Esther Milling. John grew up on La Jolla beaches and spent summer vacations in Texas with his aunts, uncles,...

May 11, 2025

Born January 5th 1950 to Arthur and Marjorie (Coontz) Todd in Columbus, Ohio. Passed on May 11, 2025 in Circleville, Ohio .

Tom was proceeded in death by his wife Mary “Aggie” (Smales) Todd, parents, and brother John “Jack” Todd.

He is survived by children; Donna Scott, Becky and Reb Fularz, Thomas and Kelsea Todd. Grandchildren; Jayson and Melissa, Frank, Chance, and...

May 9, 2025

Susan Joyce Litton, PhD, 77, of Columbus, passed away suddenly on May 9, 2025. Susan was born in County Durham, England. Her father was a family doctor, and her mother was a grade-school teacher. In the year between high school and college she worked as an au pair in France and Italy. Susan worked in The Ohio State University’s Office...

May 9, 2025

Dorothy Mae Helen Byrdsong, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. She was 90 years old.

Born on January 5, 1935, in Villa Rica, Georgia, Dorothy was the cherished daughter of Will and Annie Byrdsong. She was a woman of great strength, wisdom, and grace whose presence brought warmth and comfort to everyone who knew...