Obituaries

Quan Lee Starks

Quan Lee Starks

Jun 18, 2025

Quan Lee Starks, 74 of Columbus, peacefully went home to be with the lord on June 18, 2025, in her home surrounded by family. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Quan was born on September 13, 1950, in Mechanicsburg, Ohio. 

She lived a life defined by grace, resilience, and unconditional love. She was a woman of quiet strength and...

Lisa Ann Ison

Lisa Ann Ison

Jun 17, 2025

Lisa Ann Ison (Carroll), 62, passed away Tuesday June 17th at 2:05AM 2025 at  Select Hospital Victorian Village in Columbus, Ohio.

Lisa was born on Thursday November 29th 1962, at home in Venice Florida Sarasota county to Marjorie Alderman (Carroll), William Carroll (both deceased).

Lisa was one of 6 siblings, to a single Mom, Chris Carroll, Steve Carroll, David Carroll, Glenda Carroll,...

Roger Morgan Jones

Roger Morgan Jones

Jun 17, 2025

Roger Morgan Jones, 73, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on June 17, 2025, at Kobacker House due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease following a delayed diagnosis.

For several years, Roger exhibited signs of cognitive decline, but a formal diagnosis came only late in the progression of his illness. His family hopes his story will serve as a reminder of the importance...

Andrew D Bowman

Andrew D Bowman

Jun 17, 2025

Andrew David Bowman, 25, passed away on June 17, 2025, in Newark, Ohio. Born on May 23, 2000, Andrew brought light and curiosity into the world from an early age.

Andrew faced life with courage and resilience, bravely enduring a long battle with a seizure disorder. Despite his health challenges, he remained deeply engaged with the world around him. He had...

Wendell E. Taranto

Wendell E. Taranto

Jun 15, 2025

With grateful hearts and unwavering faith, we remember and honor the life of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and papa - Wendell Taranto-who was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on Father’s Day. Born on December 28, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio, Wendell lived a life rich in love, purpose, and devotion to God.

A proud graduate of Linden McKinley...

Sheree Lynn Ball

Sheree Lynn Ball

Jun 14, 2025

Sheree Lynn Ball 69 years old (maiden name Christopher) was pronounced dead on Saturday June 14th, 2025 at Berger Hospital from being septic.

Sheree was born November 2nd, 1955 at Berger Hospital in Circleville, She lived in and was raised in Williamsport. She enjoyed working as a cashier at truck stops getting to know all the different types of people. Sheree...

Travis Bernard Daniel

Travis Bernard Daniel

Jun 12, 2025

Travis Bernard Daniel, age 55, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Flint, Michigan, passed away on June 12, 2025. He was born on October 18, 1969, in Sicily Island, Louisiana, and spent his life making an impact on those around him.

Travis was a dedicated father to his beloved children, Tavius Breyon Daniel and Lyra Sanaa Daniel. He took pride in his...

James Michael Farkas

James Michael Farkas

Jun 11, 2025

James Michael “Jim” Farkas, 88, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.Born on June 1, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio, Jim lived a life defined by dedication and craftsmanship. He served his country honorably as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps from 1956 to 1962 and was recognized as an Atomic Veteran for his service during...

Robin Leigh Nedved

Robin Leigh Nedved

Jun 10, 2025

Robin “Lee” Nedved

December 5th 1961 - June 10th, 2025

The world became a little less bright on June 10, 2025, with the passing of Robin Lee Nedved. He left this world peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones in Columbus, Ohio.

Born on December 5th, 1961, Robin spent much of his life in Gahanna, Ohio. Known to nearly everyone as “Beaz,” he was...

Thomas Leroy Ewing

Thomas Leroy Ewing

Jun 10, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Tom L. Ewing on June 10,2025 at the age of 71.

Born on May 15, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio to Richard and Lois Ewing; one of five children. He was raised in Columbus where he graduated from West High School in 1972. After graduation he joined the Navy (SeaBee)...

Marge V. Willmarth

Marge V. Willmarth

Jun 10, 2025

On June 10, 2025, at the age of 92, Margaret (aka Marge or Midge), our generous and affable matriarch, closed her bright blue eyes for the last time. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 16, 1933, Marge lived a full life energized by connections, guided by a compass of kindness, and devoted to the noble art of making people feel...

Shawn M. McCord

Shawn M. McCord

Jun 8, 2025

Shawn M. McCord, 54, of Columbus passed away on June 8th, 2025 at Riverside Hospital with his stepfather at his side. He was diagnosed with Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia last December and had been fighting it fairly well until recently. He graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School and attended OSU. Shawn worked in the granite and marble distribution industry and...

Katherine Robin Michelle Desguin

Katherine Robin Michelle Desguin

Jun 7, 2025

Katherine Robin Michelle Desguin, 60, of Columbus, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 7, 2025 at The Ark House group home, surrounded by her loving family after a long and valiant 22 year battle with brain cancer and epilepsy, during which time she was able to raise three fine children into adulthood...

Cheryl Lynn Marcum

Cheryl Lynn Marcum

Jun 5, 2025

Cheryl Lynn Marcum, 75, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, at Country View of Sunbury Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Cheryl will be forever remembered and cherished by all who knew her.

She was born on September 23, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Thomas...

Mary A. Carlisi

Mary A. Carlisi

Jun 4, 2025

Columbus, Ohio – Mary Carlisi, a beloved sister, daughter, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at the age of 65. She was the youngest of five children, born in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Samuel and Kay Carlisi.

To have known Mary was to be reminded that life is meant to be lived with integrity, passion, and...

James Edward Herrnstein

James Edward Herrnstein

Jun 4, 2025

James (Jim) E. Herrnstein passed away on June 4th, 2025. Jim was born June 25, 1951 to Addison and Beverley Herrnstein.

Jim is survived by his wife Marilyn Bush-Herrnstein, nieces Carrie (Scott) Scarberry, Lindsey (William E) Jewett, Elizabeth (Joseph) Miller, great nieces Mackenzie (Tyler) Duncan, Winnie Duncan, Raelynn Miller, Addison Miller, great nephews Enzo Duncan, Alexander Scarberry, Kaleb Miller, Carter Miller,...

Jerrold Williams Kannel

Jerrold Williams Kannel

Jun 4, 2025

Jerry Kannel was born on May 5, 1935, in Quincy, Massachusetts. He attended Tri-State College where he met his great love, Sharon Grogg. They married in 1958, and he often joked that Sharon “smoothed out some of my rough spots, although I’m sure that in many cases she would have preferred to shoot me.” They raised two daughters, Melinda and...

James L. Sweeney

James L. Sweeney

Jun 3, 2025

James L. Sweeney passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2025. Jim was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 18, 1940. He graduated from Aquinas Prep Academy, then entered the US Navy. Jim severed for 2 years until he was wounded during a training exercise and was medically discharged in 1962. He moved to the Cleveland, Ohio area in 1973. Jim...

William R. Anders Jr.

William R. Anders Jr.

Jun 1, 2025

William R. Anders Jr. (Bill), 76, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 1, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer.

Bill was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on September 25, 1948, to Jean (Conner) and William R. Anders Sr. He grew up in Bay Village, Ohio, and graduated from Bay High School.

He attended The Ohio State University, where...

Grace Mary Deardurff-Zarbaugh

Grace Mary Deardurff-Zarbaugh

May 30, 2025

Grace Mary Deardurff-Zarbaugh went to be with the lord on May 30, 2025. She was born in Columbus, Ohio to parents Nancy Ann Corrado-Deardurff and James Merraday Deardurff. Grace had a heart big enough for everyone, and she especially loved being a grandmother-not only to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but to anyone who needed one. Her kindness, warmth, and...