Obituaries

Dec 17, 2021

Linda Lee Allbright Glanz, a beloved grandmother, mother and wife, passed away peacefully and went to be with the lord at 4:30 pm on Friday December 17, 2021. She was in her home and surrounded by family as she wished. Linda was born on June 11, 1939 to Oscar and Mary Allbright in Columbus, Ohio. When she was a...

Dec 17, 2021

Haley Micheal Wilburn was born December 27, 1996. The Lord called her home December 17, 2021. She was survived by her mom and dad, Hank and Kristi Wilburn, her two sisters, Kayla Richmond and Katelyn Richmond, her two brothers and sister in law, Kenneth Wilburn, Daquayla Bias, Kristopher Wilburn, her cousin whom she had just adopted, Lula Smith, her grandma,...

Dec 16, 2021

Vincent J. Priore, Jr. of Columbus, Ohio age 77, died of illness caused by COPD and Dementia on Thursday December 16, 2021, at Mount Carmel East Hospital.  Vincent was born April 12, 1944, in Canton, Ohio to Thelma Priore and Vincent J. Priore, Sr.

Vincent was proceeded in death by his first wife Linda S. Priore, his...

Dec 15, 2021

Richard H. DeWeese Sr. of Lewis Center passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at the age of 91. He was born August 16, 1930.

Preceded in death by his parents Harold Sr. and Charlotte (Hill), Wife Marlene (Desenberg) of 55 years. Brothers Harold Jr., John. Sisters Louise, Charlotte, Mary and Shirley. Survived by Brother Raymond (Sharon), Children Richard...

Dec 14, 2021

Steven A. Stockwell passed away on December 14, 2021 at the age of 74, in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio. His battle with serious medical issues showed his courage. Despite it all, Steven remained a hero to his many family and friends for his positivity and bravery in facing his challenges.

He met and married his high...

Dec 14, 2021

Beloved father and retired veteran, Stanley H. Pifer, will be greatly missed and profoundly remembered. Stan passed away suddenly on December 14, 2021 at the age of 72 after a long and courageous battle with COPD while surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Ashland, Ohio and spent the last 26 years of his life in the...

Dec 13, 2021

Mark S. Basinger, Sr., 66, passed away at home on December 13, 2021, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Stark County, Ohio on August 25,1955. Mark worked in the printing business for over 30 years before retiring. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sherman and Kathryn “Alice”...

Dec 13, 2021

Victor Darrek Robinson passed away on December 13, 2021 at The Ohio State University Hospital due to COVID. He was born in Birmingham, AL on October 2,1963 to Dezzie B. Robinson and Eddie Laura Robinson (Melton). Victor is survived by his sister Veoletta Denise Svarda (Robinson). During his final days his niece Erica Robinson and nephews Wayne Johnson, Jr....

Dec 12, 2021

Gerald V. Pagorek 79 passed away comforted by his loving family on December 12.  Veteran and avid Deer Hunter and Fisherman his gregariousness, engaging stories and kind heart will be missed by all who knew him.  Funeral Service Friday March 4, 10 a.m. St. Michael Church 5750 N. High St. and Mass Intention Monday January 3, 8:15 a.m. St....

Dec 11, 2021

Arlyn June Swick also know as Patty to close friends and family, Passed at the age of 84 years old. Patty resided in Westerville Ohio with her husband Charles R. Swick of 59 Years. Patty is survived by her husband Charles as well as their son Patrick C. Swick, her Grandson Zachary C. Swick, his wife Stacey A. Swick...

Dec 9, 2021

VIOLET JEAN STEEN PUCHSTEIN

COLUMBUS – Jean Puchstein, 94, died peacefully in her sleep on December 9, 2021. She was born March 23, 1927, in Columbus, the daughter of Edward and Edna (Smith) Steen.

Jean graduated from North High School and married soon thereafter. She lived a rich and full life and will be remembered...

Dec 7, 2021

Joshua Allen Binkley, a lifetime resident of Circleville, Ohio, was born to Ronald A. Binkley and Lisa J. Binkley on June 12, 1985. He passed on to his eternal life, after a brief illness, at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on December 07, 2021.

Josh was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandmother, Glenda I. Binkley; his...

Dec 6, 2021

Sheila Faye Garvey, Age 50 passed away Monday December 6th, 2021 peacefully in her sleep.  She was born on March 15, 1971 to Janice Williams and Wayne Bishop.  Sheila is preceded in death by her father Wayne and her mother Janice. She is survived by her children Sierra Rutkin, Sealan Bishop, and Bree Preece, her brother Philip Williams, sisters...

Dec 6, 2021

ALLEN, A. "Randy", Gahanna, OH. Born 6/27/1951 at Beckley Hospital WV, but grew up in the small coal

mining town of Edwight at a time when the mines were closing. Randy died suddenly on 12/6/2021, age 70.

Survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Elaine (Coupland) Allen and the light of his life daughter,...

Dec 5, 2021

Anthony Allen Farmer, 58, of Hilliard, OH passed away on December 5, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Nora N. (Bell) Farmer and Junior L. Farmer, sister Connie Collier, brother Jeffrey L. Farmer.

Surviving family includes, children, Kendra Farliss and Kristin Skaggs. 5 grandchildren, sisters Beulah (Ronald) Keaton, Carol Orsbone, Ina Farmer,...

Dec 3, 2021

Mary Louise Morando Gligora

Mary Lou Gligora, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother entered into the presence of the Lord on December 3, 2021, two days before her 94th birthday.

She is survived by her husband of 74 years, Salvatore (Sam) Gligora; son, Torry (Marlyn) of Columbus, Ohio; daughter Cheryl Chiapperino (Michael) of Colorado Springs,...

Dec 3, 2021

After a long hard struggle with depression and anxiety, our beloved father, brother and son returned to his heavenly home on December 3. Born on July 26, 1981, Andre graduated from Upper Arlington High School in 2000, and from Ohio University with a Fine Arts degree in 2004. He married Lauren Williams in 2011, and loved being a father...

Dec 2, 2021

Caren Snelling was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and mother-in-law. She went home peacefully on December 2, 2021. Caren was proceeded in death by her parents Adrian and Joann Valentine, brothers Rick and Mark and sister Janice. She is survived by husband Scott Snelling, son Chris, daughter in law Cricket, grandson Dylan, sister Judi and brother Craig, 3 stepchildren Kurstin,...

Dec 2, 2021

Pat Santarelli, 82, peacefully returned to his heavenly home Thursday, December 2, 2021. His strong connection to his family and firm spiritual belief supported him and ultimately gave him peace during his final days.

Pat was born to the late Andrea and Carolina Santarelli in Secinaro, Italy on November 28, 1939.  He will be remembered for his...

Dec 1, 2021

Ken Carpenter, 90, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2021 surrounded by his wife, Sharon of 51 years, daughter, Kendra, and her husband, John Dean. Ken was born on April 1, 1931 in Cannel City, Kentucky to Winfred and Helen (Davis) Carpenter. During WWII, the Carpenters moved to Fairborn, Ohio where Ken graduated from Bath High School (now Fairborn)...