Obituaries

Feb 9, 2019

Kay Angeline (Bair) Cahall passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on February 9, 2019 at Riverside Methodist Hospital at the age of 78. Kay is dearly remembered by many for her bright smile, laugh, and spirit.

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Gene; a brother, Noel (Carol) Bair; nephew Tim (Vanessa) Bair...

Feb 9, 2019

COTTON

Pasha Ann Cotton, age 64, Feb 7, 2019 at home in Columbus, OH. Born November 25, 1954 in Alliance, OH to predeceased parents Grant Cotton and Annie Frank. Preceded in death by daughter Courtney R. Franklin; 3 brothers Carey Cotton, Marvin Cotton and Jeffery Cotton. Survived by 3 grandchildren; 2 brothers Willie (Gertrude) Davis and Tyrone Cotton;...

Feb 7, 2019

Ila (Norman) Brown, age 91, was born in Lavonia, Georgia to Joel and Alberta (Johnson) Norman on September 7, 1927.  Ila gave her life to Christ at an early age and was a devoted Christian. On February 7, 2019, she transitioned to glory to assume her rightful place with The Lord. Ila graduated from High School in Hartwell, Georgia...

Feb 7, 2019

Gregory ‘Greg’ Allen Johnson, age 55 on Feb 7, 2019.  Born Sept 19, 1963 in Columbus, OH to predeceased parents Dave and Jane Johnson. Survived by his partner of 18 years Brian Highfill; children Michelle (Nicholas) Jones and Kurtis (Cassandra) Johnson and their mother Davida McCoy; grandchildren Lexi Ann, Brileigh, Kaylie, Arya, Owen Gregory and Bex; siblings David Johnson,...

Feb 6, 2019

Eric Schulte took his last breath February 6, 2019 ending a decade long battle with Parkinsons. Always an athletic and active person this disease was a cruel irony. Eric was born to a Navy family on 11 October 1949 in San Diego, California. He is survived by his Mother, Emma K. Schulte; sister Judith Schubert; brother John Schulte; cousins,...

Feb 3, 2019

Carol Ann Ulrich (Van Tassel)

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Carol Ulrich on February 3, 2019, at age 61. Carol will be remembered for fighting cancer with amazing courage, spirit, and a smile. Carol is lovingly survived by her husband of 38 years, Kirk; children Neil (Natalie) and Brian (Bailey); grandchildren Jackson...

Feb 2, 2019

Michael Walter Janz, age 71, passed away on February 2nd, 2019 at The Kobacker House. Born on December 6th, 1947 to parents George and Jeanette Janz in St. Louis, Missouri, Michael had been a resident of Columbus, Ohio for the last 28 years.

He is preceded in death by parents George and Jeanette Janz and step-son David...

Feb 1, 2019

Phillip Ray Talbott, 61 years old, was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 14th, 1957. He passed away February 1st, 2019 at Logan Elm Nursing Home in Circleville, Ohio. Phillip is proceeded in death by Father A. Phillip, Brother-in-Laws Richard Frazier and Donald Mullins, and Niece Tonya McCracken. Phillip is survived by Mother Peggy, Children Jason Talbott, Shannon (Jim) Gilbert, Whitney Talbott...

Jan 30, 2019

James Clarence Wynd OCTOBER 19, 1918 ~ JANUARY 30, 2019 (AGE 100)

James Clarence Wynd, 100, passed away on January 30, 2019, at Brookdale Lakeview Crossing. He was born on Oct. 19, 1918, in New Paris, Ohio to Rev. John R. and Orpha (Brandenburg) Wynd. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret Evelyn (Hamler) Wynd, brothers...

Jan 29, 2019

Bradley Kenneth “Brad” Hackworth, age 40 of Lewis Center, Ohio, passed away in his sleep Tuesday, January 29, 2019. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Robert and Anna Janes and Loren and Vinetta Hackworth.

Brad loved God and is with Jesus Christ today. He was born February 6, 1978 in Lansing, Michigan to parents Ken...

Jan 29, 2019

1921 – 2019 Joseph Orin Swartz passed away peacefully in his sleep January 29, 2019. Joe could often be heard to exclaim " This is really livin'!" Sometimes it was an extraordinary event with friends and family, sometimes it was a simple Sunday dinner. This so beautifully illustrates how family and friends were his greatest joy. He said he...

Jan 29, 2019

Connie (Frye) Dutcher, age 76, passed away Tuesday January 29, 2019 at Kobacker House after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She is preceded in death by husband Roy H. Dutcher and grandson Randall Dutcher Jr. Survived by children Tamela (Neil), son Randall Sr., step son Mark (Linda), her very special granddaughter Bryannna and step grandson Dustin. Connie went...

Jan 28, 2019

Martin

Charles E. Martin (Gene) of Columbus, father and grandfather 11/23/1946 – 01/28/2019. Preceded in death by Father, Samuel Charles Martin and Mother Nellie (Phelps) Martin, Jerry Lee Martin (brother), and Samuel Charles Martin (son) at 5 weeks. Survived by son Gregg E Martin (Marcy), granddaughter Cassandra Martin. Daughter Christina Martin (James), and granddaughters Gabby and Kayla; daughter...

Jan 28, 2019

John Howard Kessel, 90, passed away on January 28, 2019.  He was born on Oct. 13, 1928 in Dayton, Ohio to Arthur V. and Helen (Hopkins) Kessel.  He is preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, the Rev. John and Jean Carson of Hillsboro, OH.  He is survived by his wife Margaret Sarah (Wagner) Kessel, his sons Robert...

Jan 26, 2019

Tammy A. Houston of Columbus, OH passed away Saturday, January 26, 2019. Tammy was born in Charleston, WV on May 10, 1966 but spent the majority of her life in Columbus.

She is preceded in death by her father, Jerry L. Marselle Sr. and her grandmother Shirley Bailey, with whom she had a special bond.

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Jan 24, 2019

Samuel Stuart Simms went home to be with the lord January 24 2019 after complications from a radioactive spider bite that led to years of crime-fighting and years-long battle with a nefarious criminal named Nicotine, who has plagued our society for far too long.

Civilians will recognize him best as Spider-Man, and thank him for his many...

Jan 24, 2019

William (Billy) Hann made his peaceful transition into heaven Thursday, January 24, 2019. He was born August 3, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Bernie and Jean (Vance) Hann. He is preceded in death by his niece Diana Organ Belisle; survived by daughter Sydney (Cliff) and son Curtis; grandchildren Sophia and Johnny; sisters Shirley (Bill) Organ, Mary Jean...

Jan 23, 2019

Jeffrey Lynn Thompson, 63, of San Carlos, California, passed away January 23, 2019 after courageously battling liver cancer for several years.  Jeff was born in Columbus on July 14, 1955, the second child of Jack Thompson and Beverly Carpenter Thompson, both deceased.  He graduated from Bishop Ready High School in 1973, and attended Ohio State University and Columbus College...

Jan 23, 2019

BRUNTON

Michael Edward Brunton, age 64 of Columbus, passed away January 23, 2019 at the OSU Wexner Center, after a brief illness.  Born September 26, 1954 in Akron, Ohio to parents Wendell Edward and Juanita Lee (Manier) Brunton.  Michael graduated valedictorian from Jackson High School in 1972, and then graduated from The Ohio State University in 1976...

Jan 22, 2019

Rebecca "Becky" Fuess, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend died peacefully on January 22nd at her home in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Jack, and two brothers Richard, and Jerry. She loved spending time with her family, and enjoyed their many adventures. Those who knew her well loved "Mamaw" and her zest for...