Obituaries

William Carr Rogers

William Carr Rogers

Oct 20, 2025

William (Bill) Rogers was born on November 9, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio to Isaac Rogers and Monterro McKinney. He had 11 siblings; Charles (Jack), Vando , Charlotte, Monterro, Archie, Isaac, Carl, Andrew, Betty and Jeanne.

In 1943, William was drafted into World War II, where he fought in Europe. He guarded German prisoners, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and...

Randy Wayne Ogden

Randy Wayne Ogden

Oct 20, 2025

Randy “Oggdog” Ogden, 63, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on October 20, 2025.

Randy was born on September 9, 1962, to Ralph and Susan Ogden in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School, where he met many of his lifelong friends and started a band. A self-taught guitarist from a young age, Randy was a...

Michael Wayne Greenwald

Michael Wayne Greenwald

Oct 19, 2025

Michael (Mike) Wayne Greenwald, born in 1952 (age 73) died on October 19, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers and half-brothers and 2 nephews.

He is survived by his sister and 1 of her sons, and numerous other nieces and nephews. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren from his marriages survive him as do their mothers.

As he grew...

Brian Nathan McElroy

Brian Nathan McElroy

Oct 19, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we share that Brian McElroy, affectionately known as “BMac” to his friends, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, who already miss him beyond measure.

Born on January 16, 1974, Brian lived a full and vibrant life that touched everyone fortunate enough to know him. A 1992 graduate of Pickerington...

Anthony Likirdopulos

Anthony Likirdopulos

Oct 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce Anthony (Tony) Likirdopulos, 84, of Lexington, KY (Worthington, OH) passed away on October 18, 2025 at Kobacker House, surrounded by his loving family, daughter Christina, son-in law Eric, and granddaughters Eleni and Alexa.

Tony was born on August 2, 1941 on the small island of Bozcaada, Turkey (formerly Tenedos). His parents were Constantine...

Ronald Daryl Gibson

Ronald Daryl Gibson

Oct 17, 2025

Ronald D Gibson, age 77, of West Jefferson, Ohio passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on October 17, 2025 at Kobacker House, Columbus, Ohio. 

Ron was born to Oscar and Ethel(Magnuson) Gibson on February 9,1948 in Columbus, Ohio. Graduating from London High School, he was a lifelong Red Raider. Ron proudly served in the US Air Force and retired from...

Eleanor Ruth Rea

Eleanor Ruth Rea

Oct 17, 2025

Eleanor (Elly) Ruth Rea of Hannibal, NY, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning at her home in Columbus, OH, on October 17th, 2025, one month shy of her 74th birthday, and 5 days short of her 47th wedding anniversary. She endured a decade of battles with multiple cancers and always bounced back. When cancer returned this time,...

Kathryn Bell Lump

Kathryn Bell Lump

Oct 17, 2025

Katey Bell Lump passed away surrounded by the love of her family on Friday, October 17, 2025.

She left this world just as she existed in it every day, radiating love, being sincerely kind, and being classically Katey with her wit and candor.

Katey was so many things wrapped into one beautiful human being. She was an adoring wife to Corey Lump...

Gerald Frank Mudd

Gerald Frank Mudd

Oct 16, 2025

Gerald Frank "Jerry" Mudd, age 74, of Columbus, Ohio passed away October 16, 2025 at Riverside Hospital. Born January 22,1951 to Gerald and Sarah.

He is preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth Mae in 2016, daughter Drema Lyn Mudd in 2014; siblings Robert Fleming, Richard Fleming and Susan Kern and niece Tiffany Cade.

He is survived by his children Gerald Lee...

Denis D Dunagan

Denis D Dunagan

Oct 16, 2025

Denis Dale Dunagan, 79, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025.

Born in Lubbock, Texas, on November 22, 1945, Denis was the son of Winston L. and Espie Rae Dunagan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael Dunagan. He is survived by his devoted wife, Linda Kay Dunagan; loving daughters, Melissa Dunagan and...

Keith William Austin

Keith William Austin

Oct 12, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Keith William Austin, who after complications with cancer, departed this life on Sunday October 12, 2025 in Westerville, Ohio. Keith was born, January 20, 1960, in Clifton Forge, VA. Keith touched the hearts of everyone who knew him, leaving an indelible mark with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.

He...

Christina Marie deCirota

Christina Marie deCirota

Oct 11, 2025

Christina Marie deCirota, age 37, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025. Born on April 7, 1988, Christina lived a life filled with compassion, laughter, and unwavering love for those around her.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Barry D. Cook; her beloved father, Roger D. Clark; her cherished sister, Abigail C. Clark-Yoho-Glenn and brother-in-law Zachary Yoho-Glenn; her two children,...

Dianne Kaye Heskett-Ward

Dianne Kaye Heskett-Ward

Oct 11, 2025

Dianne K. Heskett-Ward passed away at the age of 72 on October 11th 2025 in Hilliard Ohio, surrounded by her family.

Dianne was born April 2nd 1953 in Columbus Ohio, the beloved daughter of Glen and Rebecca Heskett. She attended Whitehall-Yearling /Eastland Vocational, and retired from University Radiology at The Ohio State University. Dianne loved Ohio State Buckeye football, all dogs...

Jeremy Joseph Allan

Jeremy Joseph Allan

Oct 10, 2025

Jeremy Joseph Allan, 39, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on October 10th, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Sheri Allan and Aunt, Amber Allan of Columbus, He is preceded in death by his uncle, Joseph Allan and his beloved dog Guinness. 

A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary's Church, 684 S. Third St., Columbus, OH on Tuesday October...

Morgan Grace Zuniga

Morgan Grace Zuniga

Oct 10, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Morgan Grace Zuniga, born July 31, 1991, and called home on October 10, 2025. Morgan’s life was a shining example of unwavering faith, love, and service.Morgan was a dedicated wife, a loving mother, a caring sister, and a cherished friend. Her warmth, kindness, and genuine compassion...

Sarah "Sally" Q Lindsay

Sarah "Sally" Q Lindsay

Oct 9, 2025

Sarah “Sally” Lindsay, 74, of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2025, surrounded by the family she so deeply loved.

Born August 26, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio, Sally was the heart of every room — quick to laugh, quicker to love, and never without candles lit or a perfectly set table. She was the devoted wife...

Lionel "Bruce" Carroll

Lionel "Bruce" Carroll

Oct 9, 2025

Lionel “Bruce” Carroll was born June 20th, 1936 to Lionel and Marie (Messer) Carroll in Buena Vista, Ohio. At a young age his family moved to Millersport, Ohio where he spent the rest of his childhood. He graduated from Millersport High School in 1953. He had many different occupations throughout his life. The 2 main ones were construction and he...

Rollin Duane DeLong

Rollin Duane DeLong

Oct 9, 2025

 Rollin (Rollie) Duane DeLong, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, coach, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Karla (Kahler) DeLong; children Tiffany DeLong, Geoff DeLong, Jennifer (Matthew) Sperry, Matthew (Kristy) DeLong, and Sarah (Johnny) Bills; grandchildren Cayden Kocher; Jack and Ryan Sperry; Max and Samuel DeLong; and Olivia and Brendan Bills;...

Jane Ellen Leemhuis

Jane Ellen Leemhuis

Oct 8, 2025

Jane Leemhuis, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, just days before her 74th birthday. A beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, Jane was surrounded by love and care in her final days at hospice.

Throughout her life, Jane dedicated herself to the service of others, both professionally and personally. As a speech-language pathologist, she worked...

Geraldine McKenna

Geraldine McKenna

Oct 8, 2025

Our beloved Mom, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend Geraldine McKenna, age 79, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Grant Hospital. She was born on December 15, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, to Bertha and Willie Demmings.

Geraldine was a devout Jehovah's Witness for 48 years, beginning her faithful service in Dayton, OH. In 1996, she moved to Columbus,...