Obituaries

Michael Scott Newman

Michael Scott Newman

Sep 6, 2022

Michael Scott Newman was granted his angel wings on 9/6/2022 at age 49.

Michael was a very loving and caring person who loved his family dearly (blood and chosen). As described recently a man who didn't really get mad at anyone and if he did he would not stay mad long.  He was a huge fan of Ohio State Buckeyes,...

Charles Ellsworth Palmateer III

Charles Ellsworth Palmateer III

Sep 5, 2022

On September 5, 2022 Charles Ellsworth Palmateer III age 64, passed away peacefully at his home in Columbus, Ohio. Chuck was born on October 8, 1957 in Poughkeepsie,  New York. A native of Hughsonville, NY, Chuck had an associate degree in Computer Science from Marist College. Chuck was known for his practical jokes and warped sense of humor. His passion...

Peter Gustav Thielen

Peter Gustav Thielen

Sep 5, 2022

Peter Gustav Thielen, loving son, step-father, uncle, brother and friend, passed away on September 5, 2022, due to complications from cardiac arrest. Pete served until the end of his life with an unwavering love of giving of himself to others-- his family, his friends, his neighbors and his church community.  He leaves behind two step-daughters, Jennifer Morris, Chambersburg, PA, and...

Adrian Marcus Carr

Adrian Marcus Carr

Sep 4, 2022

 

Adrian Marcus Carr, 33, of Columbus, OH died Sunday September 4, 2022, on the northside of Columbus, Ohio.

Born December 10, 1988, in Franklin County, Ohio, he was the son of Tyrone Skinner and Pamela Carr. Adrian who was also known as Al Malik, was an accomplished poet, musician, and entertainer. He recorded and produced several musical scores and...

Esther Mutivito

Esther Mutivito

Sep 3, 2022

Esther Mutivito, age 4, died on Saturday, September 3, 2022, due to a sudden death in Columbus, Ohio. Esther was born on February 10, 2018, in Columbus, OH to parents Kikandi Lukambo and Liza Mutivito. A quiet, studious child, Esther was known by her family and friends to be sharp, smart, and solitary. “She loved dancing and singing, a very...

Heanon Edgar Austin

Heanon Edgar Austin

Sep 3, 2022

 

Heanon Edgar Austin, 53, of Columbus, Ohio & Dallas, Texas, passed away on September 3, 2022. Born the youngest son of 8 children on March 28, 1969, Heanon was your typical little brother. Playing pranks and jokes on his brothers and sisters, he was silly and fun to be around. His one-of-a-kind sense of humor made you laugh almost...

Lynda Robison

Lynda Robison

Sep 2, 2022

 

Lynda Kay Robison, age 75, lifelong Columbus resident went home today to be with her Lord and Savior in the early morning hours Friday September 2, 2022. Born December 27, 1946, She is proceeded by her parents Arnold and Audrey Carter, sister Patricia Wildermuth, her husband George Robison, great grandchildren Gabe and Alan. 

 

Survived by her son Brian...

David Niwa

David Niwa

Sep 1, 2022

 

David Niwa passed away peacefully on September 1st at home surrounded by his loving friends. He grew up in a musical family: His father, Raymond Niwa, was a violinist in the Chicago Symphony, his mother, Eloise Niwa, was a prominent piano teacher in the Chicago area, and his sister, Gail Niwa, was a concert pianist. David was born in...

May L Crawford

May L Crawford

Aug 31, 2022

 

May (Neibarger) Crawford went to heaven on 8-31-22 to spend eternity with her Mom and Dad. May was a wonderful, kind, and beautiful person. She touched everyone she knew with kindness. She was a wife and companion to Scott Crawford for many years. A mother to Jack, Joanna, and Janet Withers, grandma to Matthew Withers, sister to Mary Howell,...

Alice Cross

Alice Cross

Aug 31, 2022

 

Alice Ruth (Matz) Cross of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2022, at the age of 85, after a long battle with Vascular Dementia. Alice was born on November 14, 1936, in Westerville, Ohio to Walter and Esther (Pilcher) Matz who preceded her death. Also preceding her in death was her brother-in-law, Gregory (Greg) Avdakov,...

Susan Gillespie

Susan Gillespie

Aug 31, 2022

 

Susan Kegler Gillespie

March 21, 1944-August 31, 2022

 

Susan Kegler Gillespie was born on March 21, 1944 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Raymond F. Kegler and Madalyn Robinson Kegler. She spent her childhood in New Haven, Indiana and graduated from Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she formed life-long friendships.

 

After high...

Tom Ervin Flowers

Tom Ervin Flowers

Aug 30, 2022

 

Tom Ervin Flowers, born in Columbus, Oh on 11/20/1947 to Judge Jay C. and Pollyann Tom Flowers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Jay Bartels. He is survived by his brother, Jerry, and sister, Amy both of Columbus; his niece, Carrie Bartels Stroud of Fishers, IN; his nephew, Joshua Bartels of...

Perry Franklin Leasure

Perry Franklin Leasure

Aug 30, 2022

 

Our beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend received his eternal reward on August 30, 2022. Son of Luther Eldon Leasure and Virginia Wolfe Leasure. Born January 17, 1938... age 84 left this world for his heavenly home, peacefully.

He was in the Air Force after high school, 1955 through 1959. Met and married the love of his life...

Richard Lee Behrens

Richard Lee Behrens

Aug 29, 2022

 

Richard L. Behrens, age 86, long-time resident of Canal Winchester, Ohio died on August 29, 2022. He was born at home on April 16, 1936 to the late Harry and Ethel (Oyler) Behrens of Lithopolis, Ohio. He met the love of his life, Dolores Ripley, in Groveport and graduated from Groveport High School in 1954. He served in the...

William Paul Wolter

William Paul Wolter

Aug 25, 2022

 

William Paul Wolter, December 21, 1963 - August 25, 2022. Preceded in death by parents Fritz and Doris Wolter. Survived by sisters Kathy (Chuck) Alberts, Beth (Mike) Glenn, and Carrie (Mike) Pitt. He is also survived by nieces Alexa Alberts and Grace Pitt, nephews Andy Alberts and Will Pitt, stepchildren Brandye Singleton and Jarrod Singleton, and stepgrandchildren Chase and...

Ralph Mayer Geiser Jr.

Ralph Mayer Geiser Jr.

Aug 25, 2022

 

Ralph Mayer Geiser, Jr., passed away on August 25, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.  Ralph is survived by, Janet Geiser, his loving wife of 63 years, and by their five children, 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.  Ralph was known as Sonny to his family and close friends, of which he had many.  Sonny was born in Hamilton,...

Michael Larry Jackson

Michael Larry Jackson

Aug 24, 2022

Michael went to be with the Lord, August 24th, 2022 at 8:47 AM at his home with his family by his side. Michael was born in Baltimore Ohio on September 10th, 1942. He was preceded in death by his Mother Dorothy Basing Jackson – Wetherell, Father Dallas Jackson, Sister Carol Reed, Daughter Tonyea Jackson and Step-Father Robert Wetherell.

Michael resided...

Harry Wozniak

Harry Wozniak

Aug 24, 2022

Harry K Wozniak was actually a magician – yes you heard correctly. 

 

He made magic primarily with a paint brush on canvas, as well as other mediums bringing his interpretations of what he saw to everything from family photos to still life. 

 

Harry made culinary magic in the kitchen, using ingredients grown in the beautiful gardens he designed.

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James Butler

James Butler

Aug 23, 2022

James Ralph Butler passed away on 8/23/22 at the age of 71 in Columbus, Ohio. Jim or Bud, both which he was commonly called, was a long-time Lansdale, PA resident. He graduated from North Penn High School in 1969. He worked at Safeguard Business Systems, later known as Deluxe for thirty-seven years, first in Lansdale then later in Akron, OH. 

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Graydon N Snyder

Graydon N Snyder

Aug 21, 2022

Graydon N. Snyder, husband of 62 years to Ruby Snyder (Erman) was born in Louisville, Ohio, toArthur and Dora Snyder (Schweisberger) on October 4, 1922. He is survived by his children,Regina (Keith) Neer, Duane (Lynn) Snyder, Marlys (Clair) Fralick, and Don (Teresa) Snyder, 16grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

Grady was an Ohio State University graduate. His career centered on education with...