Obituaries

Jose Luis Guijosa García

Jose Luis Guijosa García

Jun 15, 2026

Jose Luis Guijosa García, de 59 años de edad , falleció un día de Junio 15 del 2026.

Fue un hombre humilde y de buen corazón.

Hijo de Guadalupe Guijosa Martínez y Maria De Los Angeles Garcia Hernandez. Fue hermano.

También fue padre de Ana, Luis, Maria, Brenda, Denise y Elisabeth Guijosa Ruiz.

El fue un hombre que le gustaba pasar tiempo con sus...

Irena Descamps

Irena Descamps

Jun 14, 2026

Irena Descamps passed away at age 67 on June 14, 2026, after a yearlong cancer battle.

Born Irena Ovcharenko in Slovyansk, Ukrainian SSR, on May 23, 1959, Irena defied her strict Soviet upbringing by being a free spirit and always celebrating life. Intelligent and determined, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education while nursing a broken heart after...

Suzanne Margaret Jacobs (née Rybak)

Suzanne Margaret Jacobs (née Rybak)

Jun 14, 2026

Suzanne Margaret Jacobs (née Rybak) passed away on June 14, 2026, following an incredibly valiant four-year battle with cancer. Born on April 7, 1950, to the late James Rybak and Margaret Rybak (née Murray), Suzanne faced every challenge in her life with the same grace and determination that defined her final journey, never wavering in her devotion to those she...

Alexandra Naomi Lirtzman

Alexandra Naomi Lirtzman

Jun 13, 2026

Jim Henson was quoted as saying once "As children, we all live in a world of imagination, of fantasy, and for some of us that world of make-believe continues into adulthood."

Alexandra was the "some" he spoke of.

Alexandra Naomi Lirtzman was born April 12, 1978, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the first child of Alan and Maria (nee Perez) Lirtzman. Over...

Louis Kenneth Ball

Louis Kenneth Ball

Jun 13, 2026

Louis Kenneth Ball, age 77, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Survived by his wife Judith Lankford Ball, stepson Duane (Lisa) Thompson and grandchildren Allora and William; brothers Edward (Diane) Ball Jr. and sister Carolyn Kallay.

Preceded in death by his sister Sylvia Ball Phillips.

Lou graduated from Thomas W. Harvey High School in Painesville in 1968. Resided in Painesville before moving to...

Kaleb C Green

Kaleb C Green

Jun 11, 2026

We are mournful to announce the passing of Kaleb Chaye Green on June 11,2026 at Grant Hospital.

Kaleb was born June 9, 2001. Kaleb graduated from Briggs High School in 2019. He played football, learned many skills like playing the trumpet, and music was his passion. He was a great writer, artist, and enjoyed reading and learning. He showed valiant courage...

Curtis Nathan Wilson

Curtis Nathan Wilson

Jun 11, 2026

The world became a little less bright on June 11, 2026, when Curtis Nathan Wilson was suddenly taken from us.He was born on May 12, 1965, in Columbus, OH to Leonard and Odessa Wilson. Curtis was an amazing man who would be described as a provider, loving, dependable, and selfless. He found joy in his family and friends. Those who...

Brenda Kay Marcum

Brenda Kay Marcum

Jun 11, 2026

The family of Brenda Kay Marcum is deeply saddened to announce her passing on June 11, 2026. Born on February 05, 1962 in Commercial Point, Ohio. She touched the hearts of everyone she met. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Jimmy, son James (Sommer), daughter Jamie (BJ), grandchildren Justin, Leanna, Dylon, Maddox, Charlie, many great grandchildren, brother Chuck,...

Heather Lenart

Heather Lenart

Jun 10, 2026

Heather Marie Lenart, of Columbus, Ohio, 36 years old, passed away June 10, 2026.

She was born May 22, 1990 at Grant Hospital to Jackie Reed her mother and Anthony Owens her father.

She is survived by her step dad Sam Reed; brothers Eric and Adam Lenart; sons Jordan and Julius Hawkins; aunt's Kelly Owens, Tracy Owens, Bridget Roberts , Dava Roberts;...

Larry Ray Blaine Jr.

Larry Ray Blaine Jr.

Jun 7, 2026

Our family is heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Larry Ray Blaine Jr., who passed away on June 7, 2026, at the age of 41.

Born on February 15, 1985, Larry lived life with intensity, passion, and a deep love for freedom. He found joy in motorcycles, the open road, and the thrill of living life fast and fully. Those who...

Michael A. Currier

Michael A. Currier

Jun 7, 2026

Michael Andrew Currier passed away Sunday June 7, 2026 from lung cancer. Born November 10, 1955, in New York City, New York, he was the son of Stuart Currier SR and Francis Welton Koepf Currier. He attended Whetstone Sr High School in Columbus Ohio. 

Mike is survived by son Josh Currier and daughters Sara Currier Spear and Amy Currier. He is...

Karen E Linson

Karen E Linson

Jun 7, 2026

Karen Elaine Linson, beloved sister, aunt, mother in spirit, mentor and friend, was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on June 7, 2026. Born on October 3, 1941, to Oscar Ray Reiber and Lenora May (Bell) Reiber, Karen lived a life defined by faith, compassion, grace and unwavering love for others.

Karen is survived by her brother, William (Linda) Reiber,...

Jerlean Montgomery-Harris

Jerlean Montgomery-Harris

Jun 4, 2026

Jerlean was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Christina Cordell, eldest daughter Nikki L Montgomery and sisters Doris Davis (Otis) and Pamela. She leave to cherish her memories Daughter Erin (Kelvin) Fields, son Walter R. Montgomery (Q). Grandchildren Ciera Montgomery, Branden Jones, Brianna Hightower, Bryan Jones, Ashanti Montgomery, Shamarra Montgomery, Bralyne Jones, Brayden Jones, several great grandchildren, and...

Kenneth Lowell Nicholas

Kenneth Lowell Nicholas

Jun 3, 2026

My beloved husband and best friend Kenneth Lowell Nicholas, 79, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away June 3, 2026 after a short battle with cancer and other complications. He was with loved ones in his final days at Pickerington Methodist Hospital + Pickering House.

Ken was a kind and gentle person. He won over the nurses and doctors during his hospital stay...

Grant Daniel Barno

Grant Daniel Barno

Jun 3, 2026

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Grant Daniel Barno, age 33, of Williamsburg, Ohio, who left us too soon on June 3, 2026.

Grant was born on November 19, 1992, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the beloved son of David and Cynthia Barno. From a young age, he had a vibrant spirit and a deep...

James Shannon Sawyers

James Shannon Sawyers

Jun 2, 2026

James “Jim” Sawyers1970 – 2026

There are some people who leave behind a space that can never truly be filled. Jim is one of those people.On June 1, 2026, Jim’s final game clock ran out, but the impact he made on the people who loved him will continue for generations.Jim was many things throughout his 56 years—son, husband, father, grandfather, sports...

Jerome D Chandler

Jerome D Chandler

May 31, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerome DeWayne Chandler on May 31, 2026. Born on July 22, 1975, in Killeen, Texas, Jerome lived a life filled with love, strength, and devotion to his family. He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all those whose lives he touched.

Before...

Pamela K. Kitzmiller

Pamela K. Kitzmiller

May 31, 2026

Pamela Kay Kitzmiller, age 79, of Clintonville, passed away on May 31, 2026, at Kobacker House with loved ones at her side. 

Pam was born July 26, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio. Daughter to the late George William Prosser and Lily Mae (Lewis) Prosser. Pam was preceded in death by her husband Wallace "Butch" Jess Kitzmiller.

Pam was survived in death by her...

Joan Beryl Taylor

Joan Beryl Taylor

May 30, 2026

Joan Beryl (Matyas) Taylor, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 30, 2026, at the Paramount Senior Living Center in Columbus, Ohio. Born on March 28, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, Joan lived a life marked by dedication, creativity, and an enduring love for her family and community.

She was a high school graduate...

Mary E Green

Mary E Green

May 28, 2026

Mary E Green

September 2nd 1972 - May 28th 2026

Mary E Green age 53 of Circleville, Ohio. Passed away unexpectedly in her sleep in her daughter’s home. When her daughter found her 911 was called the squad came and transferred her to Berger hospital where the doctor pronounced she passed from a heart attack on Thursday May 28th 2026.

She was born...