Obituaries

Sep 21, 2018

James “Jim” E. Evans, 77, returned to his heavenly home on September 21, 2018 after a valiant battle with a long illness.  His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace.

James was born at home in Sunbury, Ohio on February 22, 1941 to the late...

Sep 20, 2018

Sherman “Divon” Sydnor, age 43. Sunrise August 30th, 1975 and Sunset September 20th, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by his father, Edward Howell; son, Mister Divon Martin-Sydnor; cousin, “Big” Michael Sydnor.

Left to cherish his memories are, his mother, Rebecca Sydnor; Brothers, George Latham I and George Latham II; Children, Christopher...

Sep 20, 2018

EAL

Allen W. Eal, age 78, passed away peacefully September 20, 2018 at home. Born April 25, 1940 in Columbus, OH to predeceased parents Raymond and Johanna Eal. Preceded in death by brothers and sisters Betty, MaryAnn, Pete, Paul, Thomas and Joseph. Survived by brother Donald (Margaret) Eal; nephew Raymond Eal, niece Margie (Jim) Schall; plus several...

Sep 19, 2018

Elva Vera, age 77, September 19, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. Born June 21, 1941 in Lima, Peru to parents Eloy Carranza Verjel and Rosario Peña Medina.

Survived by husband Ricardo Vera; children Danfer (Sabrina) Vera, Walter Vera, Richard (Leslie) Vera and Magally (Bill) Schmidt; many loving grandchildren; sister Carola Carranza De Peña.

A love and...

Sep 13, 2018

Tracie Marie (Tomlinson) Edwards, age 43, passed away September 13, 2018 in Columbus.  She loved the Dallas Cowboys, Ohio State Football and the outdoors. Loved and cherished her children and family. She is preceded in death by her mother Teresa Tomlinson and grandmother Mary Pace. Survived by her husband Todd, children Anthony Clark, Hailey, Joe Jr and James Collins....

Sep 13, 2018

Patrick David Kaufman, age 40, passed away Thursday September 13, 2018 after a 10-month battle with Melanoma. He held two masters degrees from The Methodist Theological School in Ohio (MTSO) and Regent College. He was a co-founder of Franklinton Farms a Columbus Urban Farm. He was the Director of the Community Food and Wellness Initiative at MTSO. He was...

Sep 12, 2018

Kermit E Compton, age 61 passed away Wednesday September 12, 2018 in Cleveland. He was an avid car enthusiast. Former employee of Schottenstein’s. He is survived by his siblings Grady (Sandy)Ratliff, Pam (Gary) Ratliff, Bobby (Natalie) Ratliff; many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Wednesday September 19 at Shaw-Davis Funeral Home 4341 N High St. Cols. 43214...

Sep 12, 2018

Travis-Dean Kroll, age 30, of Hilliard, Ohio passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at home.  He was born on December 22, 1987 in Palm Springs, CA.  He was a graduate of The American Boychoir School, Princeton, NJ and Hilliard Davidson High School and attended Columbus State University and College of the Desert in Palm Desert, CA.  He served briefly with...

Sep 10, 2018

Roger Allen Christian, 60, of Delaware, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in his home Monday, September 10, 2018.  He was born January 15, 1958 in Delaware, Ohio to Russel Christian and Norma Roof.  He was a graduate of Rutherford B Hayes high school and longtime Mixologist at his second home, The Backstretch. He especially enjoyed spending quality...

Sep 4, 2018

Shaun Kenneth Munday, 40, of Delaware, suddenly passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, September 4th in Columbus. Shaun was born August 6th, 1978 in Delaware at Grady Memorial Hospital. > Shaun is survived by his mother, Teri Miller of Delaware, father, Kenny Munday of Millersport, a half sister Alisha Kish and her two daughters, Kennedy and...

Sep 4, 2018

Abraham Isaac Cundiff, age 40, Columbus, OH went home to his heavenly Father on September 4, 2018. Born May 6, 1978 to Bruce Owen Cundiff and Betty Ann (Agnew) Cundiff. Abraham was a true creator. He will be remembered for his bright smile, poetic words and innovative cuisine. A gentle soul, known for his generosity and kind heart, he...

Sep 3, 2018

Catherine Marie (Havens) Wells age 57, went to be with our Lord on Monday, September 3, 2018 at Ohio University James Center with her family by her side.

Survived by her father James H Havens, and siblings Chris Havens, Bill Havens, Barbara (Donald) Chandler, and Cheryl (Mark) Needs.  Several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Cathy was...

Sep 3, 2018

David John Newman, 42, passed away suddenly and in his sleep on September 3rd in Dublin, Ohio. His memorial service will be held at Shaw Davis Funeral Home in Clintonville, Ohio on Friday September 14th, from 5pm to 7pm.  A service to honor him will start at 6pm where friends and family are encouraged to share their favorite stories...

Sep 3, 2018

Kayla Dawn Lane, age 15 passed away unexpectedly Monday September 3, 2018 at Children’s Hospital. She attended West Central Board of DD. She was a young girl enjoyed water therapy, her dog, family and food. She is preceded in death by her grandma Ruth Thorpe, great grandmothers Edna Stewart and Joy Lane. Kayla is survived her parents David Lane...

Sep 3, 2018

Jennifer Green, 41, past away on Monday September 3, 2018. Jennifer was born August 17, 1977 in Ludwigshafen, Germany. She is survived by her mother and father, Peter and Inge Korn. Her brothers, Thomas and Stephen Korn and her sister, Ivonne Korn. Jennifer met Kevin Green, her husband, and they were married in October 3, 2000. They had four...

Sep 2, 2018

Joseph M Sanok, age 78, passed away Sunday September 2, 2018 at St. Ann’s. US Navy Veteran. Survived by his wife Patricia, children Joseph, Linda (Greg) Richards, James, MaryJo and Chris (Bryan) Allton; grandchildren Jerrod Sanok, Jeff & Matt Richards, Rose Sanok, Noah and Jonah Allton; sister Kathleen (Sam) Paglicci, several nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on...

Aug 31, 2018

David Edward Marvin, age 72, passed away at his residence Friday August 31, 2018. US Navy Veteran. Retired from the Columbus Dispatch. He was a member of Grace Baptist in Amity, Ohio. He was a mason with Northland Masonic Temple and the VFW. He is preceded in death by his brother Robert and sister Carol Meeks. Survived by his...

Aug 30, 2018

Gary Arthur Robson died at Riverside Hospital on August 30, 2018 in Columbus, OH peacefully surrounded by family. He was 68. Born on November 13, 1949 to his parents, George and Rose Robson. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School 1968. He was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the Army. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and family...

Aug 29, 2018

Meldrum, Helga 1932 - 2018 Helga Meldrum, age 86, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 in Columbus. Preceded in death by her husband Thomas C. Meldrum, daughter Angela. Survived by her daughter, Deborah; grandson, Thomas (Brittany) Meldrum; great grandchildren, Ethan and Gabriel; sister, Irmgard Shaffer. Family will receive friends Monday, September 3 from 4-6 pm at SHAW DAVIS FUNERAL...

Aug 29, 2018

William James Montgomery, Jr.

Retired United States Secret Service Agent of 29 years, died on August 29, 2018 at

Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio. “Bill”/“Monty,” was one of the first 10 African

American agents. He began his career as a Special Agent in 1970 and retired as

Resident Agent in Charge...