Obituaries

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...

Jan 21, 2019

Diana Marie Alexander, age 57, passed away peacefully on Monday January 21, 2019 at Kobacker House.

Diana was born October 13, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to her loving parents Robert and Patricia Alexander.

She was a devoted and loving mother to Jacob, Molly, and Joseph McPeek.  Diana adored her family and cherished her many friends. ...

Jan 21, 2019

ROBERTS, Alvin L., 85, of Gahanna, OH, peacefully passed away into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on Monday, January 21, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jeanne Roberts, daughter, Kimberly (Brad), sons, Mike Roberts and Brian (Laura) Roberts; His four grandchildren, Aaron (Allison), Angela, and Katherine Mann, and Allison Roberts; His siblings, John...

Jan 18, 2019

John (Jack) Morgan Watkins, age 83 passed away Friday January 18, 2019 in London, Ohio. Us Airforce Veteran. Retired from Ohio Bell with over 35 years. Preceded in death by his wife Helen (Kay), survived by daughters Deborah (Keith) Ventresca and Carla Sue (James) Lynch; 5 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; sisters Sharon Williams and Brenda Pursel; brother in law...

Jan 17, 2019

Davis, Norma J.

1927-2019

Norma Juanita Davis, 91, died on Jan 17, 2019, at Kobacker House, Columbus, OH, surrounded by family. Norma was born Sep 23, 1927 to Joshua H. and Bessie A. (Sanders) Nichols in Muncie, IN. Norma was the youngest of three children, including Robert W. (Jane), who survives, and George R. Nichols...

Jan 15, 2019

Robert Earl Ellis “Bob” passed away peacefully 1/15/19 at Worthington Christian Village.  He was born in Portsmouth, OH and Graduated from Wheelersburg High School and Ohio State University in Electrical Engineering.  He served in the U.S. Navy as an Aviation Electronics Technician in WWII.

He and Charlene were married 68 years and were active members of Beechwold Christian...

Jan 15, 2019

Kiralawella Palliyaguruge Sugathadasa "Somapala Ayya", age 82, of New Albany, Ohio (Kirulapona, Sri Lanka). June 22, 1936 – January 15, 2019. Preceded in death by brother Kiralawella Palliyaguruge Jinadasa and Leslie Rodrigo.

Survived by Reverend Kirulapone Dhammapali Silmathawa; son Chaminda  (Ganga) Palliyaguru; daughter Gopika Palliyaguru; grandchildren Kavinu, Nethuja and Suhara; siblings Surani Rodrigo, Nalani Rodrigo, Chandrani Rodrigo and Sisil Rodrigo.

Many nieces and nephews. A visitation will...

Jan 14, 2019

God, Family, Country: Three words that represent a life well-lived and Jim Laipply lived them all.

Jim was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, loyal friend, man who loved God, public servant, and proud veteran who served in United States Army for 28 years.

An avid volunteer, Jim supported Honor Flight and coached scholarship...

Jan 12, 2019

Suzanne Schneider was reunited with her beloved husband Robert Schneider on January 12, 2019.when she left this earth at the residential hospice in Columbus.

Born August 12, 1930, Susie dances in radiance in the arms of Bobby. He has awaited her arrival since his November 30, 2010 death, two weeks prior to their 59th anniversary.

Preceded...

Jan 12, 2019

Lynda L. (Robinett)Johnson Scott Peterson, age 66, born March 16, 1952. Died January 12, 2019. Preceded in death by mother Mildred E. (Speakman)Derr, Father David Robinett and Granddaughter Molli Lyn Baker. Survived by children Melody (James) Baker, and Charity Johnson; brother Phil (Ellen) Robinett. Grandchildren Cory (Brittany) Arthurs, Alexzandria Arthurs, Cameron Johnson, Meghan Baker and Elizabeth Grace Baker. Nieces...