Obituaries

James Napier

Aug 31, 2016

James Walden Napier, 73, passed away on August 31, 2016. On this day a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, has started his journey to be reunited with his loved ones that are departed. He is survived by loving wife Mary Ellen Napier, Daughters Amanda Hyle ( David Hyle) Melissa Dishman (Josh Dishman) Son Steve Napier. Grandchildren Brandon, Jordan, Lenzie,...

James Hatfield

Aug 31, 2016

HATFIELD

JAMES RAY HATFIELD, known to his friends as Reo, died at home on August 31, 2016.  He was born March 1, 1982, in Columbus, Ohio.  He will be dearly missed by his father, Jimmie Ray Hatfield of Columbus; mother, Betty J. White of Tipp City, Ohio; sister, Emily J. Hatfield, of Huber Heights, Ohio; half-sister, Rebecca (Calvin) Laywell and half-brother, Jimmie Ray Hatfield Jr., both...

Tyrone 'Jason' Preston

Aug 31, 2016

PRESTON

Tyrone Heyward Preston “Jason”, 57, of Columbus, OH died Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Mt Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital in Columbus, OH. He was born on October 7, 1958 in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Lee and Cleo (Mills) Preston. Tyron served his country as a member of the United States Air...

James Purdie

Aug 28, 2016

James (Jamie) Kyle Purdie, 62, died Sunday, August 28, 2016.  Born on Feb 20, 1954 in Mansfield, Ohio, he moved with his family to Westerville at the age of 3.  Jamie was a graduate of Westerville High School.  As a teenager, he began working in the family business, Purdie Metals, Inc., where he worked his way up, eventually becoming...

Laura Smith

Aug 27, 2016

Laura A. Smith, age 53, Saturday August 23, 2016 in Columbus, Ohio. She is proceeded in death by her father Joseph C. Smith, brother Joseph B. Smith, aunt Catherine Dobias and dear friend (dad) Larry Amorine. Survived by her mother Rita Smith, son Ron Smith, uncles Jim Dobias and Steve Evans and wife Kathy.  Also cousins Chris, Paula, Eric...

Mary Kitchen

Aug 25, 2016

Mary Kay Kitchen “Kay” was born on July, 10th 1942 in Kalida, Ohio, and passed away peacefully on August 25th, 2016 in Columbus where she lived and worked most of her life. Kay grew up on a farm where she gained a passion for learning and teaching. She earned her Bachelors in education at Bowling Green. She continued her...

Ralph Salmons

Aug 24, 2016

Ralph Salmons, 75, of Wayne, West Virginia, passed away on August 24, 2016 at his home. He is survived by his loving wife, Patsy (Nigh) Salmons; his children, Ronald Ralph Salmons, Clifford Lee Salmons, Elsie McGuire-Pruitt, and Clint Salmons; his grandchildren, Christopher, Jessie, Cod, Ezekiel, Emily, Hannah, Casey, Robbie, Ryan, Danielle, Halley, and Austin; his great grandchild Eric Matthew and...

Lloyd Fisher Jr

Aug 23, 2016

Lloyd Edison Fisher, Jr., of Columbus, died at Ohio Health Hospice's Kobacker House on Tuesday, August 23, 2016. Born on October 23, 1923, in Medina, Ohio, he was the eldest son of Wanda Iona White Fisher and Lloyd Edison Fisher, Sr. Lloyd was awarded a Stadium Cooperative Scholarship at The Ohio State University, but his college years were interrupted...

Shirley Benton

Aug 20, 2016

BENTON

Shirley J. “Mickey” Benton, age 82 born March 2, 1934 to parents Rufus and Nelda Nave. Called home August 20, 2016. Survived by brother Curt Nave; daughters Leanne Sanderson and Beth Benton; grandchild Joshua “Ben” Sanderson. As a minister’s wife she served with the staff at the following churches; Greenford Christian Church in Greenford, OH, Sebring...

Nanci Ault

Aug 16, 2016

AULT

Nanci Wooley Elasser Ault, 62, formerly of Marion, Ohio, passed away August 16, 2016. Preceded in death by parents Robert and Mary Wooley and grandson Joseph Benson. She leaves behind her life partner Dennis Petroff; her children Heather (Todd) Benson, Robert (Melissa) Ault and Bradley Ault; 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. A gathering to celebrate her...

William McKinley

Aug 12, 2016

MCKINLEY

William L. McKinley, 58, August 12, 2016. Born January 28, 1958 to Velma E. and Harold K. McKinley in Bucyrus, OH. Preceded in death by parents and wife Patricia; survived by brother John (Carolyn) McKinley; sisters Madeline Kruckeberg and Sarah McKinley; nephews David Kruckeberg and James Serramo; nieces Heidi Schwitzer, Amanda Loveman and Katherine Sicairos. William...

Jayson Cornute

Aug 10, 2016

Jayson Michael Cornute, 19, passed away on August 10, 2016 in Newark, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his cousin, Chad Michael Cornute. He is survived by his children, Payton Haines-Cornute and Bryson Cornute; his fiancée, Kathryn Haines; his parents, Charles and Kimberly Cornute; his aunt, Sue Martin; his half-brothers, Chip and Zach Cornute; his sisters, Raven Rider, Nena Cornute, Savannah...

David Law

Aug 3, 2016

David “Dave” Paul Law, age 63. January 13, 1953 to August 3, 2016.  Preceded in death by parents, Malcolm and Marjorie Law. Survived by son Adam Law; sister, Bonnie Galloway; brothers Mark and John Law;  former wife, Carole Law;  good friend, Rod (Paula) Clay and many friends too numerous to mention. Dave was an active bee keeper and helped...

Patricia Miller

Aug 1, 2016

MILLER

Patricia Hunter Miller, 90, of Worthington, Ohio, passed away on August 1, 2016. Born on November 17, 1925 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Vancil Guy and Dorothy (Eldridge) Hunter. Patty is preceded in death by her first husband, George R. Williams; her second husband, Ray Miller; and her brother, William C. Hunter. She is survived by her...

Harry Brockman

Jul 31, 2016

BROCKMAN

Harry L. Brockman, age 79, July 31, 2016. Born in Columbus on June 21, 1937 to parents Raymond and Emma Brockman. Preceded in death by sister Helen Messenger. Survived by loving wife of 51 years Karen; sons Brian (Teresa) and Jeff (Chris) Brockman; grandchildren Russ (Hailey), Trisha, Amber (Curtis) Hannah, Ashley, Brian Jr., Jesse and Michael...

Carlla Napoli

Jul 25, 2016

NAPOLI

Carlla Sue “Mickey” Napoli, age 75, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on July 25th 2016 surrounded by her family.  She was preceded in death by parents Carl and Mary Juanita Knaus, husband Richard J. Napoli, and Janice Campbell, a sister. She was born on February 27th, 1941 in Hamilton Ohio and attended Ross High School...

Juevonna Boggs

Jul 24, 2016

BOGGS

Juevonna Boggs on July 24, a Sunday afternoon went home to glory.  She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Reggie and Terynda Boggs, and four beautiful grandchildren, Megan Jones, Brandon, Erin, and Brian Boggs, and her brother Daniel Boggs.  She was a member of the 18th Ave. Prayer Brand and devoted her life to the...

Edward Layton

Jul 21, 2016

LAYTON

Edward “Allen” Layton, II, age 36, July 21, 2016. Preceded in death by mother Ruth. Survived by father Edward (Becky) Layton; sister Amanda Priest(Eric); step-brothers Chris and Josh (Jody) Knapp; grandfather James Foshee; 9 nieces and nephew; many aunts and uncles. At Allen’s request no services. www.shaw-davis.com

Johnny Brown

Jul 21, 2016

Columbus-

Johnny L. Brown, 49, who departed this life Thursday, July 21, 2016 at Pickerington Nursing and Rehab Center. Johnny was born May 30, 1967, in Youngstown, a son of Betty Jean Brown and Tommy Davis. Johnny received his certification in welding at The New Castle School of Trade. He was employed at The Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. Johnny...

Michael Peters

Jul 20, 2016

Michael D Peters, age 56, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2016. Born November 6, 1959, in Geneva, Switzerland, to the late Bill and Trudy Peters. Mike is survived by daughter Steffanie Krippel (Paul), grandson Ayden Krippel, brother Nicolas Peters, and niece Nikki Kennedy (Andrew). A private service will be held Sunday, July 31st. For more information, please contact Nick via text at 614-749- 9946....