Obituaries

Jun 22, 2017

Frederick William Jackson Stigers, 68, passed away in peace on June 22, 2017 in Columbus after a short battle with cancer. He was born on July 27, 1948, in Frankfort, Mich., to D. Jean (Nave) Stigers and the late Frederick William Jackson. Fred spent his early years in Berea, Ohio, where he developed a lifelong love of classical music...

Jun 21, 2017

Jun 18, 2017

Robert L. Taylor, age 77, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 18, 2017. He was retired from the State of Ohio Employment Services and Owner of Robert Taylor Realty also a member and elder of Westerville Christian Church. Preceded in death by brother David and granddaughter Brittany. He is survived by his wife Alice of 56...

Jun 18, 2017

Betty Mcdonald, age 70 went home to be with the Lord on June 18th 2017. Betty was a beloved wife, mother,  grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was a free spirit who enjoyed living life to the fullest.  Betty enjoyed going to the movies, water parks and visiting the zoo.  She was an avid Betty Boop fan and collector....

Jun 18, 2017

David Peter Ridenour, age 59, passed away on June 18, 2017 at the Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, OH. He leaves a life partner of 17 years, Rojelio Ochoa: his brother Charles W. Ridenour, Jr, and his sisters Teresa C Bungard and her husband Harry, Vesta D. Janes, Rebecca C. Ridgell and her husband William, and Regina C,...

Jun 16, 2017

Joseph Paul Quinn III, 52, of Blacklick, Ohio died June 16, 2017 at Mount Carmel East Hospice Ward. Joe was the valedictorian and president of Wilbur Cross High School class of 1983. He studied Journalism at NYU and began modeling in New York. Joe was a diehard New England Patriots and UConn Huskies fan. He enjoyed sports, music, movies, and...

Jun 15, 2017

Beverly Jane Holmes, known and loved by many as “Auntie” was born October 3, 1951 in Greasy Ridge, Ohio passed away Thursday, June 15, 2017. Preceded in death by her mother, Meda Clary; sister, Mary Holmes and brother, Arlie David Holmes. She was the matriarch of our family and will be loved and missed by all. Left to cherish...

Jun 15, 2017

DAVIDSON

Keith A. Davidson, 62, died June 15 at his home in Columbus. Keith was formerly employed with Tri-State Aluminum and most recently was with EDM Cleaning as a day porter at Nationwide Children’s/Ohio Health in Lewis Center. He also was oner-operator of Red Pegasus Decals. He was an active member of the International Plastic Modelers Society...

Jun 14, 2017

Meek Dennis (Tennessee) 72, of Columbus passed with family by his side June 14th. He was born August 25th, 1944 in River KY. He is preceded in death by father Elbert, mother Mary 4 Sisters, 5 Brothers, Son Robert and beloved wife Shirley. Survived by; Siblings Winfrey (Linda), Luther (Marie), Thomas (Maxine), Virgie. 5 loving children Heidi, Nikki (Bob),...

Jun 12, 2017

On June 12, 2017, Areles Gene Beer left this earth in peace at the Westminster-Thurber senior living community in Columbus, Ohio.  He was 88.

The son of a coal miner and Sunday school teacher, Gene, as he was known to family and friends, was born in March, 1929.  He spent his formative years in Kenmore, Ohio (near...

Jun 11, 2017

Byas(Vermillion) Carol Lynn, age 62, received her wings on June 11, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her father, Harry Mayo Wise, daughters Shawna Seebach (Matthew), Kristina Cronin(Tom), grandson Jaden Davis, best friend Tootie Michael, who was like a sister to her, sisters Cindy Wise, Karen Wise-Ragland(Dan), Lisa Henderson, Tonya McCoy, brother Danny Wise...

Jun 10, 2017

Mark Preston Wentworth, 61, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017 at The Ohio State University Medical Center.  Born in Columbus, Ohio on March 9, 1956, he was preceded in death by wife Melody Wentworth, parents Jack and Mary Wentworth, and brother Mike (Donna) Wentworth.  Mark is survived by his daughter Shenan (Chris) Smith, fiance Darlene...

Jun 9, 2017

BELLAR

Toni M. Bellar, age 33, Sept 10, 1983 – June 9, 2017. Preceded in death by mother Lisa Edington and sister Tabitha Bellar. Survived by children Christopher, Chelsea [Chris LaRiva], Chantel [Michael Robinson], Janyah and Jamie [Jamie Austin]; father Tony Bellar; siblings Anthony (Kari) Bellar, Brandon (Jessie) Bellar, Brandi (Mark) Bellar, Justin (Amanda) Edington, Dante Morosco...

Jun 9, 2017

Steve Wharton, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, 2017. He was born in Columbus, Ohio, on February 11, 1959. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Charles and Marianna Chesser, paternal grandparents, Arthur and Alise Wharton,and his father, Harry Wharton. He is survived by his best friend and remarkable wife of 36 years, Nancy (Walling)...

Jun 8, 2017

Patricia A. (Hoff) Click was born August 31, 1935 and raised in West Allis, Wisconsin. Longtime resident of Columbus and formerly of Cincinnati, passed away suddenly after a brief illness June 8, 2017. Survived by her daughters Jodi Click and Patti (Bruce) Ramsey; grandsons Michael Ramsey of Cincinnati and Wes Ramsey. Patricia began her career at Lazarus and worked...

Jun 5, 2017

Fu Ih Chu, born June 15, 1947, of Columbus, Ohio and Taipei, Taiwan died peacefully in his home on Monday, June 5, 2017. He was a father, businessman, mechanical engineer and entrepreneur. He valued family, education and the ability to make something of his life. He built his life on trying his best and doing it his way. His...

Jun 3, 2017

Gregory A. Atwood, born October 17, 1954, passed away peacefully, at age 62, on June 3, 2017 following an extended illness at Tuscany Gardens, Pataskala.  Proceeded in death by:  the love of his life – Terry Shough; Mom – Shirley Kneisley; Step-Dad – Pat Kneisley; Step-Mom – Edith Atwood; siblings – Regina Belleau and Dan Longhenry; Brother-in-Law – Lane...

Jun 3, 2017

Dusti Danielle Conner of Hilliard Ohio unexpectedly passed away at Mount Carmel West Hospital Saturday June 3rd 2017 at the age of 37, she was surrounded by friends and family. Dusti is survived by children, Elijah and Isiah Conner sister Angela Willett, niece Victoria Willett (and daughter Lillian Gatewood), nephew Riley Keller, father Marvin Conner, step father Brett Barkow....

May 31, 2017

William J. Hoy, age 93, Wednesday May 31, 2017 at his residence. US Army Veteran. Retired from Beasley Ford Industries. He is survived by his wife June; sons Joseph (Marie) Hoy, James Lewis, David Hoy; daughters Linda (Ernest) Leach, Bonita Oxford; grandchildren Robby Leach, Phillip and Eric Oxford, Joey Hoy and Missy McGrady; 7 great grandchildren; brothers Ray, John,...

May 30, 2017

Mark “Richard” Maclean filed his final Flight Plan and departed this life on May 30, 2017.   Born September 15, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio, Richard grew up in Upper Arlington, attended The Ohio State University and was a fourth generation businessman with the family business, the J.S. Maclean Company.  Although lung cancer took Richard’s life, it can never diminish...