Obituaries

Judy Ann Smith

Judy Ann Smith

May 29, 2025

Judy Ann Smith, of Shawnee Hills, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on May 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous six-year battle with cancer. Born in Athens, Ohio, to Roger and Meredith Martin, Judy lived a life full of love, resilience, and joy.

A beloved wife, mother, sister-in-law, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother (“GG”), and friend,...

Francesco Antonio Mitrione

Francesco Antonio Mitrione

May 28, 2025

Francesco (Frank) Antonio Mitrione, 76 years old of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on May 28, 2025, after a long battle with lung cancer.

He was born on June 12, 1948 in Avellino, Italy to the late Vito and Anna (Bagno) Mitrione. He was also preceded in death by his Brother Robert Mitrione.

Frank was born with an Italian and American citizenship and...

Gail R. Coppess

Gail R. Coppess

May 27, 2025

Gail R. Coppess, born on January 4, 1953, in Ansonia, Ohio, departed this life peacefully at his home in Hilliard, Ohio, on May 27, 2025, surrounded by family as he bravely faced a battle with cancer. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the hearts of many with his unwavering kindness and infectious laughter.

Gail was...

Barbara Ann Moore

Barbara Ann Moore

May 26, 2025

Barbara Ann Moore, 82, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on May 26, 2025 at home.

Barbara was born on February 6, 1943 in Franklinville, New Jersey, the daughter of Alexander and Dorothy Dolinski (Bradel).

Barbara joins her parents, her spouses, Ronald Bullock and Virgil Moore; her son, Ronald Bullock, and daughter, Barbara Meyer; her granddaughter Danielle LaBrec and her brother William Dolinski.

She...

Marcela V. Rivera

Marcela V. Rivera

May 26, 2025

Marcela (Mamang Cel) Velasquez Rivera, beloved mother to four children, 87 years old, passed away peacefully in her home on May 26, 2025 in Dublin, Ohio surrounded by her family and loved ones leaving a void her family cannot fill.

She was born in Angeles City, Philippines in January 17, 1938 to Engracia Espino Velasquez and Bernardo Velasquez. She was the...

Christine Price

Christine Price

May 26, 2025

Christine Grant (Seton) Price, 87, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on May 26, 2025. Born in Manchester, England, to John and Alice Seton, she grew up in Oadby, Leicestershire where she lived when she met William “Bill” Price, an American serviceman from southern Ohio, based at RAF Bruntingthorpe. After marrying Bill, Christine returned with him to Ohio and...

Beulah Beatrice Smith

Beulah Beatrice Smith

May 24, 2025

Celebration of Life

Beulah Beatrice Smith

Sunrise: May 14, 1938 — Sunset: May 24, 2025

Beulah Beatrice Smith was born on May 14,1938, in Columbus, Ohio, and departed this life on May 24, 2025. Affectionately known as “Bee or Bumble Bee,” she had a fun-loving spirit and never met a stranger. Her warmth and charisma made her a friend to all who crossed...

Kathleen A. Summerfield

Kathleen A. Summerfield

May 24, 2025

Kathleen A. Summerfield, age 73, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025. A lifelong resident of the Central Ohio area, Kathleen was born on October 10, 1951, to the late Jack and Anna Mae Thomas.

Kathleen dedicated 39 years of her life to Ohio State University, where she was a respected and valued member of the staff. Her...

Glendall L. Smith

Glendall L. Smith

May 24, 2025

Glendall L. Smith, born on July 11, 1938 in Pennsboro, WV, peacefully left this life, at his home in Hilliard, Ohio, on May 24, 2025, surrounded by family. 

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the hearts of many. 

Glendall enjoyed playing his guitar, going to church, where, when his health was better, was able to...

Timothy Joseph Lynch

Timothy Joseph Lynch

May 23, 2025

Timothy Lynch, age 66, went to be with his savior on May 23rd, 2025 at the OSU James Wexner Hospital.

Tim was a beloved veteran who served 7 years in the US Army before being honorably discharged in 1986. He loved watching and collecting movies, especially old westerns and all of the King Kong movies.

He always carried this note on his...

Shawn Lee Ralph Rhea Day

Shawn Lee Ralph Rhea Day

May 23, 2025

Shawn Lee Day, 38, passed away on May 23, 2025 with his loving wife who was also his best friend by his side, Courtney Day. 

He is survived by his wife Courtney Day, step-kids Draven Landis, Gaven Landis, Meah Landis, nieces and nephews Ryan Day, Jazzlynn Hicks, Isaiah Day, Hunter Day and Brayden Bartoe, brothers Keith Day, David Day, Marvin Day...

Robert "Bob" Volk

Robert "Bob" Volk

May 23, 2025

It's with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to friend and father, Robert "Bob" Volk, who tragically passed away Friday, May 23rd in Columbus, OH. 

He will be dearly missed by his 4 children, Bryce, Brayden, Bryanna, and Blake and his wife, Jayne as well as his 3 grandchildren, who were the love of his life, Ellya, Emerson & Enzo Crute. 

We...

Kenneth Scott Adams

Kenneth Scott Adams

May 23, 2025

Kenneth Scott Adams, born June 16, 1963, in Cleveland, OH, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Columbus, OH after several years of a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Kenny, as he was affectionately known, was a huge fan of Ohio sports teams, Starbucks iced coffee, 70’s rock music, and playing the lottery. While his last few years were marred by...

Cheryl Loraine Botkin

Cheryl Loraine Botkin

May 22, 2025

Cheryl Loraine Botkin Obtiuary

BOTKIN, Cheryl Loraine 63, of Columbus, Ohio, died Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 9:48 p.m. in her residence in the care of Capital City Hospice and in the presence of her significant other, Kevin Johnson, and their beloved Boston bull terrier, Lucy. She is survived by Kevin, her son Joshua Andrew Kinnison, her brother Gary, and many...

Forrest Harry Rosenquist

Forrest Harry Rosenquist

May 21, 2025

COLUMBUS - Forrest Harry Rosenquist, 101, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1923, the son of Caroline Berquist Rosenquist and Charles John Rosenquist. He grew up in Youngstown, OH, and resided at Senior Living of Danbury in Columbus, OH.



He graduated from South High School in 1941, Youngstown, OH. In 1943, Forrest enlisted in...

Ronney Joe Writesel

Ronney Joe Writesel

May 21, 2025

Ronney Joe Writesel, affectionately known as Joe to his close family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, in Hilliard, Ohio, at the age of 75.Born on May 15, 1950, in Columbus, Ohio, Joe was a lifelong resident of the state he loved. He was a man of deep faith and quiet strength—soft spoken and caring, with a...

Emmanuel Okechukwu Odita

Emmanuel Okechukwu Odita

May 20, 2025

Emmanuel Okechukwu Odita, age 89, of Upper Arlington, Ohio, passed away on May 20, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Born on January 17, 1936, in Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria, Emmanuel was the son of John Chukwugbo Odita and Leah Uzoma Nzekwu. His commitment to education...

Robert E Bushatz Jr

Robert E Bushatz Jr

May 20, 2025

Obituary for Robert "Bob" E. Bushatz Jr.It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" E. Bushatz Jr., age 52, of Chillicothe, Ohio, who left this world on May 20, 2025, at 1:26 PM after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 14, 1972, to Robert Sr. and Sandra (Miller) Bushatz, Bob was a beloved...

Darryl G Jackson

Darryl G Jackson

May 19, 2025

Darryl Glynn Jackson was born on August 15th,1986 in Cleveland, Ohio to Eunessa & Darryl Jackson I, he passed away May 19th, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He was a wonderful & amazing father, fiancée, brother, son and friend. Darryl leaves behind a son,Kai'lon Jackson,fiance Nequisha Thomas, sisters Jessica Sharp,Darcelle Jackson & Devona Simmons, father Darryl Jackson I,along with a squad...

Brandon Tyler Burgett

Brandon Tyler Burgett

May 19, 2025

Brandon Tyler Burgett born October 14th 1997 to Scott Burgett and Tracey Burgett. Passed away May 19th 2025.

He is survived by parents Scott and Tracey Burgett , his sisters Alayna Anderson and Stephanie Burgett and his brothers Donovan (Breanna) Burgett and Ryan Burgett, Two nieces Skylar Sexton and Peyton Burgett and nephews Donovan Burgett Jr and Dalton Burgett.

Brandon was a...