Obituaries

Steven "Steve" A Rush

Steven "Steve" A Rush

Oct 15, 2024



Steven A Rush (Steve), 62, of Hillard, Ohio passed away from Large B Cell Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma on Tuesday October 15, 2024 at the Kobacker House.

Steve was born on 12/08/1961 in Columbus, Ohio to Parents Ross and Barbara Rush. Steve siblings are brothers David, Tim, Rick, Mark and sister Michelle. 

Steve graduated from Linden McKinley. He married Tamara Rush August 28,...

Anna O. Soter

Anna O. Soter

Oct 14, 2024

Anna O. Soter, age 77, passed away on Monday, October 14th, 2024 at her home in Columbus, Ohio. Anna was born near her hometown of Sulz, Austria on December 23rd, 1946. She lived her early years in the Australian outback town of Wittenoom, before pursuing an academic career and making a home in the United States. She is preceded in...

Anita Louise Abram

Anita Louise Abram

Oct 13, 2024

Anita Louise Abram, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister , aunt and friend, was born on November 15th 1958 to Georgia Mae Fleming and Joe Abram in Columbus, Ohio. She peacefully passed away surrounded by love on October 13th 2024 at the age of 65.

Throughout her life, Anita was a pillar of strength and love. Known for her warm smile and...

Joel Ray Dawson

Joel Ray Dawson

Oct 13, 2024

Joel Ray Dawson was born on July 27, 1946 and sadly passed away on October 13, 2024 in Grove City, Ohio. He fought cancer for many, many years and ultimately lost that battle. Joel was a very hard worker and always provided for his family. He was a dedicated father, grandfather, brother, and son.

Joel was preceded in death by his...

Barry Eugene Lewis

Barry Eugene Lewis

Oct 13, 2024

Barry Eugene Lewis, affectionately known as "Bear," passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 63. 

Barry was born on March 24, 1961, at White Cross Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, to James and Gail Lewis. He grew up in Columbus with his siblings, Teresa, Angela, Brian, Paul, and JR. Barry attended Westland High School in...

Ina Louise McCafferty

Ina Louise McCafferty

Oct 11, 2024

Ina Louise McCafferty (Currens), 82, known as ‘Lou’, departed this world on 10/11/2024 at 11:05pm from Riverside Methodist Hospital. Lou is preceded in death by her Parents, Rev. John H. & Violet Currens, Brothers Roy, Clarence, Paul and David Currens, Brother-in-law Louis (Bing) Yocke, Sister-in-law Marie Currens and late husband Jack McCafferty. She survived by her daughter Kimberly Hagelstein, son...

Clarence (David) Wolfe

Clarence (David) Wolfe

Oct 9, 2024

Clarence “David” Wolfe 67 of Croton, Ohio passed away October 9, 2024 at the Laurels surrounded by family. Born September 9, 1957 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio to Isaac Wolfe and Lillian Betty (Maybury) Hall. 

 David spent most of his adult life in Delaware, Ohio where he worked in the carpentry field. The past few years he moved back to his hometown...

Charles Curtis Thompson

Charles Curtis Thompson

Oct 9, 2024

Charles Curtis Thompson, 89, passed away too soon on October 09, 2024, at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by loved ones. Charles was born March 08,1935 in Elgood, West Virginia to Grover and Laura (Harvey) Thompson. He grew up in the town of Princewick, West Virginia and attended Stoco High School. He enlisted in the Army in 1954 and...

Charl Clement Arendse

Charl Clement Arendse

Oct 8, 2024

With profound sadness, the family of Charl Clement Arendse shares the news of his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clement and Beatrice Arendse. His memory will be cherished by his wife, Diane Arendse; his children: Caitlyn-Rae, Caleb, Colby, and Dawson; his mother-in-love, Luzviminda Arendse; his brother, Darion Arendse, his wife, Alana, and their children, Joshua, Daniel,...

Lawrence Eugene Ball

Lawrence Eugene Ball

Oct 8, 2024

Lawrence E. (Larry) Ball, 74, peacefully passed away on Oct 8th, 2024. He was born March 20th, 1950, in Newark Ohio, to the late Gordon & Irene Ball. He graduated from Newark High School in 1968 and continued on to The Ohio State University. Larry went on to spend the next years of his life as a professional surveyor. He...

Thy Vuth

Thy Vuth

Oct 6, 2024

Thy Vuth passed away at home on Sunday, October 6th, 2024 at age 69. He was born in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, survived the Khmer Rouge in 1975, and came to America in 1981 as a refugee. He eventually became a US citizen and lived the rest of his life in Columbus, Ohio. He enjoyed fishing on early mornings and cooking...

Nancy Ann Kuta

Nancy Ann Kuta

Oct 5, 2024

Nancy Ann Kuta, age 81, entered the embrace of her Lord and Savior on October 5th, 2024. She was a humble and joyful servant of God, who touched the lives of everyone she met. Whether through her kind words, warm smile, or her monthly-decorated walker, Nancy used every opportunity to engage in conversations that always pointed back to Jesus.

Born in...

Janet Mildred Seymour

Janet Mildred Seymour

Oct 4, 2024

Janet Mildred Seymour sadly passed away on Friday October 4, 2024 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, OH.

Janet Mildred Seymour was born on August 19, 1956 in Aiken, SC to the late Edward Seymour and Alice Brown. She later moved to Brooklyn, NY. She attended Richmond Hill High School in Queens, New York.

Janet was a strong, tenacious, opinionated, funny,...

David Andrew Brenek

David Andrew Brenek

Oct 4, 2024

David A. Brenek, 60, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a loving partner, father, and grandfather who brought joy and kindness to everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his devoted partner, Stephanie Graham; his daughter, Alexus Brenek, and son-in-law, Austin Eaton; and his son, Alec Brenek, and daughter-in-law, Bridgette. David...

Lowell Edward Smith

Lowell Edward Smith

Oct 2, 2024

Lowell Edward Smith, age 82 of Shawnee Hills, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 2, 2024. Lowell was born to Orville and Juanita (Jean) Smith on May 8, 1942, in Columbus. Lowell finished high school while in the Navy. He graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. On...

Carlton D. Davis

Carlton D. Davis

Oct 1, 2024

Carlton D. Davis passed away at his residence on October 1st, 2024 at the age of 67. he was born on August 1st, 1957 in Toledo, Ohio and was the son of Lou and Marie Davis. Carlton loved having fun with his friends and family. he is preceded by his father: Lou Davis, mother: Marie Davis, sister: Rose Mack, and...

Thomas Francis Brandt

Thomas Francis Brandt

Sep 29, 2024

Thomas Francis Brandt, 83, passed away peacefully at home with his wife and daughters by his side on September 29, 2024, from complications of Parkinson's. Tom was born on August 30, 1941. To know him was to love him, but to laugh with him exceptional. His life spoke for itself. Forever cherished.

Survived by his wife, Evalyn Brandt; daughters, Lynn Brandt...

Nelson Robert Taylor lll

Nelson Robert Taylor lll

Sep 27, 2024

Nelson Robert Taylor III, beloved grandfather, father, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on September 27, 2024, at The OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Born October 25th, 1968, in Columbus, Nelson grew up in Southfield and was a proud graduate of Marion Franklin High School and was known for his many skills, particularly in automotive work and maintenance....

Brian Jason Bickford

Brian Jason Bickford

Sep 27, 2024

Brian Jason Bickford, 45, died peacefully at home in Gahanna, Ohio, on September 27, 2024 after a long struggle with conjunctival melanoma and other complications. Megan, his wife, stood next to Brian as he drew his last breath just as she and their daughters, Moira (17) and Emma (14) stood next to him in life - with steadfast support, rich...

Terri Jo Harbage

Terri Jo Harbage

Sep 27, 2024

Terri Jo Harbage, 69, of Grove City, passed away Friday September 27, 2024. She is proceeded in death by her parents William Janes (Bonnie) and Jacqueline Walker. She spent her career at Buckeye Ranch counseling the youth. Member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. 

Survived by her son Marcus (Cari) Paugh; grandchildren, Cameron Paugh, Brianna Brandt, and Cooper Paugh;...