Obituaries

Mary Morrison

Mary Morrison

Jan 9, 2025

Mary Morrison, 65, of Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after her 3rd battle with cancer. She fought like a warrior until her very last breath, her strength over the past 7 months has been a true inspiration to all who knew her.

Mary was born on March 23, 1959, to Charles and...

John F. (Jeff) Garesché

John F. (Jeff) Garesché

Jan 9, 2025

John F. (Jeff) Garesché went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 9, 2025 at the age of 80. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents John Paul (JP) and Mary Louise Garesché and sister, Mimi Nusrala. He will be greatly missed by Nina, his wife of 40 years as well as his daughters,...

Chelsey Marie Ewald

Chelsey Marie Ewald

Jan 8, 2025

Chelsey Marie Ewald met Jesus on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 in her home. After a two and a half year battle with breast cancer. She fought like a true warrior. She never gave up and tried everything to beat it for her babies. In the end cancer did not win, God did. Chelsey was born to Jim and Heidi Ewald...

Marilyn Jane (Hartman) Jende

Marilyn Jane (Hartman) Jende

Jan 7, 2025

Marilyn Jane (Hartman) Jende of Westerville, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She was born on December 22, 1943 in Cincinnati, Ohio to George and Lillian (Rhodes) Hartman. She married the love of her life, Aris Jende, on June 13, 1965. A graduate of Circleville High School, she received her bachelor’s degree...

Ryan James Aebie

Ryan James Aebie

Jan 7, 2025

Ryan James Aebie passed from this life on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Ryan was born to Todd and Kim Aebie on January 31, 1992, in Columbus, Ohio. Ryan is survived by his parents, Todd & Kim, twin brother Aaron (Mary) Aebie, sister Kaylyn (Nick) Nottage, and paternal grandmother Susan L. Aebie. 

Ryan was a resident at the...

Caselyn Elizabeth Canter

Caselyn Elizabeth Canter

Jan 6, 2025

Caselyn (Casey) Elizabeth Canter, 31, of Chillicothe, OH, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025, after a courageous battle with complications due to renal failure, following a lifelong struggle with diabetes. She was born on September 10, 1993, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH, to Nicole Newland and Jon Canter.

Casey is survived by her beloved son, Greyson Kepler; her...

Wilmer Rolando Melendez Mendez

Wilmer Rolando Melendez Mendez

Jan 5, 2025

Wilmer Rolando Melendez Mendez, nació el 27 de octubre de 1963 en Barquisimeto Venezuela. El pasado domingo 5 de enero 2025 partió en paz a lado de su hijo y su esposa que estuvieron con el hasta el último momento aquí en la tierra. 

Rolando fue un gran luchador que demostró que lo más fuerte que puede tener el ser humano...

Betty Hirsch

Betty Hirsch

Jan 5, 2025

Betty Cornell Hirsch passed peacefully at home with her children, grandchildren, & great-grandchildren on Sunday, January 5th. She was almost 95 years old. She was preceded in death by many family members and friends, most recently her husband, Joe, and nephew, Tom. She is survived by brother-in-law, Chuck, sister-in-law, Mary Bell, children Mary Beth (Franco), Nancy (Doug), and Joe (Laura),...

Margaret Eillen Wills

Margaret Eillen Wills

Jan 4, 2025

Margaret Eileen Wills “Sissy” (1951-2025)

Margaret Eileen Wills “Sissy”, age 73, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on January 4, 2025 surrounded by loving family. 

Sissy was born on April 15, 1951 in Rushville, Indiana, the daughter of Leonard and Martha Wills, née Bryant. After graduating from Rushville Consolidated High School, Sissy worked for Ford Motor Company/Visteon Corporation until she retired. She was...

Anthony Michael Panzeca

Anthony Michael Panzeca

Jan 4, 2025

Anthony “Tony” Michael Panzeca passed away peacefully at home on January 4th at 4:39 AM in Columbus, OH, surrounded by his loving family. Born on his parents' anniversary, February 14th, at 4:39 AM, he entered the world despite his mother's wishes to wait. Tony was a cherished husband, devoted father, beloved son, loyal friend, and a natural entertainer. He created...

Martha Neal

Martha Neal

Jan 3, 2025

Martha Neal was born on June 19, 1964, in Dayton, Ohio, to Bobby Wallace and Ruby Shepherd. She was baptized at an early age at Valley Peace Baptist Church. Martha, affectionately known as "Punkin," was a vibrant, unforgettable presence whose infectious energy lit up every room she entered. A natural leader with a strong, determined personality, she was the life...

Brian Henry Wilkey

Brian Henry Wilkey

Jan 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Henry Wilkey, who left this earth on January 3, 2025. Born April 21, 1960, in Zanesville, Ohio, Brian grew up with a passion for drawing and fishing. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Colleen Wilkey, Sr. and sister, Teresa Wilkey Allen. He is survived by...

Pedrito Apoong Galupo

Pedrito Apoong Galupo

Dec 31, 2024

Dr. Pedrito (Pete) Apoong Galupo died on the morning of December 31, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio while listening to his favorite hymn “How Great Thou Art.” He was 89 years old. 

Pete was born June 29, 1935 in Kalasungay, Bukidnon on the island of Mindanao in The Philippines. He was the 5th of 10 children born to Pedro and Pilar Galupo....

Melissa Ellen Swider

Melissa Ellen Swider

Dec 30, 2024

Melissa (Missy) Ellen (Hunt) Swider passed peacefully away on December 30, 2024 after a brief and unexpected illness. Her beloved husband and "The Captain of her heart", Karl, was by her side. Known for her beautiful and artistic soul; she loved music, laughter, nature, watercolors, dogs, family and friends....and the list goes on and on. She was a shining light...

Floyd Collins

Floyd Collins

Dec 29, 2024

Floyd Collins, a devoted son, brother, uncle, and cousin, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 69 in Dublin, Ohio. Born on August 5, 1955, in Covington, Kentucky, Floyd was the beloved son of Armer Ray Collins and Judy Nadine Collins. His life journey took him through Cincinnati, Ohio, and Plant City, Florida, before he settled in...

Joan Janien Kettell

Joan Janien Kettell

Dec 27, 2024

Joan Janien Kettell (nee. Sauer) Sauer passed from this world on 12/27/2024, peacefully in her sleep while at home in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on 11/9/1939 to William Henry Sauer and Rosezella Lucille Sauer (nee. Markwood) in Columbus, Ohio. Joan was surrounded by loved ones and friends in her last days after battling colon cancer. 

She is preceeded in death...

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy

Dec 27, 2024

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy sadly passed away on December 27th, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on November 16, 1948. A visitation from 10am to 11am and service to follow will take place at Shaw-Davis Funeral Home Clintonville Chapel, 4341 North High Street Columbus, Ohio 43214. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Julie Kelley

Julie Kelley

Dec 26, 2024

On Thursday December 26th, 2024 Julie Ann Kelley passed away. Julie was born June 26th,1963 to late Ruth E. Boggs & Curtis E. Boggs, Sr. She resided in Columbus Ohio where she attended 11th ave School. 

 Julie Ann Kelley is survived by her long time partner Ray Owens, Her son James Osborn (Samantha) and Granddaughter Skylar Osborn.

She leaves behind her beloved...

Brent Julian Ingland

Brent Julian Ingland

Dec 26, 2024

Brent Julian Ingland, born on March 29, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion that touched the lives of many.

Brent enjoyed his career as a locksmith. Known for his unwavering commitment to helping others, he was the person many turned to for assistance, regardless of the situation. Brent...

Robert John Geist

Robert John Geist

Dec 25, 2024

Robert John Geist

March 18,1926—December 25, 2024

Robert J. Geist, age 98, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away quietly on December 25, 2024. He was born in Lakewood, Ohio to the late Walter and Elizabeth Geist. He is predeceased by a brother, Richard Gerard. Bob is survived by his children, Larry (Andrea) Geist, Jeff (Karen) Geist, and Lisa (Andy) Politz; also six grandchildren....