Obituaries

D. Scott Garver

D. Scott Garver

Jul 25, 2024

David “Scott” Garver from Reynoldsburg, passed away Thursday morning, July 25,2024 in Pataskala at Oaks Nursing Home after a long illness. Born in Lakewood, Ohio on July 16th 1952, to Clayton and Janice “Toni” Garver and they preceded him in death. Also Scott was preceded in death by his brothers Rusty Garver and Skip Garver.

Scott graduated from Kent State University and...

Louis "Luke" Lee Fry

Louis "Luke" Lee Fry

Jul 23, 2024

Louis “Luke” Lee Fry, 77 year old of Croton, Ohio passed away July 23, 2024 at St. Ann’s surrounded by his loving family. Born April 14, 1947 in Coshocton, Ohio to Irwin and Ada (Taylor) Fry. 

On August 17, 1968 he married his wife Connie (Wolfe) and put down permanent roots in Croton where they raised 3 daughters. He was a...

Darlene Ruth Shepherd

Darlene Ruth Shepherd

Jul 21, 2024

Darlene Ruth Shepherd was born in Dayton, Ohio on September 22, 1964 and passed away in Columbus, Ohio on July 21, 2024. She is survived by her children; Joshua Shepherd, Elizabeth Shepherd, Christina Shepherd, and Amber Shepherd, children’s fathers; Jeffery Mitchell and Bill Smith, Siblings; Marjorie Potter, Sheila Milam, and William Rodger, seventeen Grandchildren, two Great Grandchildren, nine Nieces, and...

Jeanni Poehlman

Jeanni Poehlman

Jul 20, 2024

Jeanni (Irma Jean) Zook Poehlman passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Ohio Health Hospice, Kobacker House, Columbus, Ohio. She was 79. Jeanni was born September 21, 1944 in Urbana, Ohio to Elmer Warren Zook and Alice Wilson Zook, both of whom preceded her in death. 

 She was raised in the First Church of God. She enjoyed singing and working...

James Nicholas Weber Sr.

James Nicholas Weber Sr.

Jul 19, 2024

James Nicholas Weber Sr. (Nick), passed away on July 19, 2024, in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio, after bravely battling cancer. Born on January 8, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, James led a life surrounded by loved ones and pursuing his passions.

James spent over two decades of his life at Minelli's Pizza. His commitment and work ethic left a lasting impact...

Bill Urlaub

Bill Urlaub

Jul 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, William A. Urlaub at the age of 78. Bill was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 29th, 1945 to William and Elizabeth Urlaub.  After Graduating high school Bill volunteered to enlist in the army where he proudly served in the Vietnam war. Bill went on to work...

Diana L Kanode

Diana L Kanode

Jul 12, 2024

Diana L Kanode, age 68, passed away peacefully at her long-time Blacklick family home on July 12th, 2024. She was born on August 2nd, 1955 in Portsmouth, Ohio. Diane was very giving and extremely selfless person, her children always came first and she loved spending time with them and her grandchildren. Diane was an avid reader and quite the poker...

John Payne Garrett Jr

John Payne Garrett Jr

Jul 10, 2024

John Payne Garrett Jr., 77, passed away on Wednesday July 10th at Mount Carmel St Ann’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He had been ill for several weeks.

John was born on December 19, 1946 in Mansfield, Ohio to John P and Anne Garrett.

 John served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Oriskany. After discharge, he married Nella...

Jacquelyn Ann Cikra

Jacquelyn Ann Cikra

Jul 8, 2024

Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024. Jackie was born on December 19, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio. She is survived by her devoted and loving partner and best friend, David Relich, dear sisters Jean Sandy and Janet Moran, loving brother James Stein, daughters Rebecca Ann Flannagan and Nicole Marie Jurich (Milan Jurich), grandchildren...

Thomas Joseph Lange

Thomas Joseph Lange

Jul 7, 2024

1984-2024 Thomas Joseph Lange of Columbus, Ohio, born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, passed away on July 7th, 2024. A young man who was soft spoken and had one of the biggest hearts. He went from working on cars, enjoyed landscaping, loved fishing, playing video games, listening to music, and took pride in loving his family. He enjoyed finding hidden...

Cynthia Rose Weilbacher

Cynthia Rose Weilbacher

Jul 5, 2024

Cynthia Rose Tichenor Hoffman Weilbacher, aged 70, passed away on July 5, 2024 after a courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer. She departed peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones.

Born on July 13, 1953, Cyndi touched the lives of those around her with her strength, resilience, and unwavering faith. Despite facing the challenges of her illness, she remained a...

Edward Miller

Edward Miller

Jul 5, 2024

Edward James Miller "Ed " went to be with Our Lord and Savior on July 5th at 1:11 am, at home surrounded by his loving and devoted family. Ed was born on November 18th 1953 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Donald Miller and Mary (Anderson) Miller- Deringer. On July 7th 1990 he married the love of his life, Vickey...

Ronald Lee Lash

Ronald Lee Lash

Jul 1, 2024

Ronald Lee Lash, 83, died peacefully at 3:10 AM on Monday July 1, 2024. His wife, Donna Jean, and their daughter, Debra Liane Johnson, were by his side. Ron was born on December 27, 1940 in Columbus, OH to Herman Granville Lash and Gladys Mae (Barrows) Lash, who are both deceased. Ron had nine brothers and sisters. He was pre-deceased...

Dale A Daily

Dale A Daily

Jun 30, 2024

Dale A. Daily (Corky), 90, passed in his sleep on June 30th, 2024. He was born on April 13th, 1934 in Canton, Ohio.

Dale graduated from North High School class of 1952. After High school he was drafted into the Army and later he served in the Ohio Army National Guard. He worked at Lazarus Warehouse for 36 years and then...

Bill (George) W Gates

Bill (George) W Gates

Jun 29, 2024

Bill (George) W Gates, age 70, passed away peacefully at home on June 29, 2024. He was born in Columbus, OH to George Gates and Joy (Newman) Gates on July 12, 1953.

Bill is survived by his wife, Victoria (Vicky) Gates; Son, Jim (Angie); Three Granddaughters, Olivia, Lillian, Araceli; One Brother, Rick (Diane); Three Sisters, Rhonda Poling, Saundra Vail, and Cheryl...

George D. Wehner

George D. Wehner

Jun 29, 2024

George D. Wehner, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2024, at the age of 81.

George was born February, 9th, 1943, in Warren, Ohio to Irene Wehner while his father, George E. Wehner was fighting in North Africa. 

George worked diligently for the Ohio Department of Transportation, where he made many friends and...

John Thomas Whitt Jr.

John Thomas Whitt Jr.

Jun 29, 2024

John Thomas Whitt, Jr, age 80, passed away peacefully at the VA medical hospital in Chillicothe, Ohio Saturday, June 29th 2024. John graduated South High School in 1962 then joined the United States Air Force and later attended OSU. 

One would say John was quite the Salesman, to the extent of being able to sell ice to Eskimos. John worked as...

Anthony Santurio

Anthony Santurio

Jun 28, 2024

Antonio, “Tony” Alejandro Santurio, passed peacefully with his children by side, at Doctor’s Hospital on July 28th, 2024. He was an artist, musician, father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his daughter, Cassandra Santurio, son, David Santurio, grandchildren, Gabriella Santurio, Finnegan Burnside, Leonardo Tapia and Elian Lucas Tapia. He was born in Havana, Cuba, the son of the late...

Dylan Jacob Martin

Dylan Jacob Martin

Jun 28, 2024

Dylan Jacob Martin, age 22, passed away June 28, 2024 after complications from a radioactive spider bite that led to years of crime-fighting and a lifelong battle with the notorious criminal known as congestive heart failure. 

Our superhero Dylan, graduated from Pickerington North High School in 2021. He was an avid lover of Marvel/DC, Anime, Sci-fi, and Science and in the...

Mark W Altier

Mark W Altier

Jun 28, 2024

Mark William Altier, 75, of Worthington, Ohio, formerly of Troy and Wooster, died Friday, June 28, 2024, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, after a determined and brave battle with cancer.

Mark was a public servant. After earning his law degree, he chose to spend his career in public service. He practiced law for more than 50 years. He was...