Obituaries

Jul 4, 2021

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Raymond Von English, age 35, our beloved son, brother, family member, and friend passed tragically on Sunday July 4, 2021. He was the 104th homicide victim this year.

Those who knew Raymond, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives. Raymond will forever be remembered for his "life...

Jul 4, 2021

Gerald Franklin McCoy, Sr. of Columbus, Ohio unexpectantly passed away July 4th, 2021, after a short illness. He was born March 13, 1948 at home in Lynn, West Virginia to Oriville H. and JoElla (Thompson) McCoy.   He Graduated from Matewan High School in 1966.   Immediately after graduating high school he proudly served in the Army and was stationed...

Jul 1, 2021

Melvyn L. Stegmeier, age 74, passed away 7/1/21 after a long battle with Parkinsons. Mel is the son of James L. and Margaret F. Stegmeier who predeceased him, as well as brothers Don and Ray. Mel is survived by his wife Diane, daughters Paula Johannessen, Kelly (John) Entingh, and Julie (Gary) Martin, sister Shirley (Pat) Makowski, brother Roger Stegmeier, grandchildren Emily, Kayla, Mason, Austin, Justin, Conner, nieces...

Jun 27, 2021

With heavy hearts, the Montgomery family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Rita June (Stafford) Montgomery on June 27, 2021. Her spirit is carried on by her husband, four children and nine grandchildren.

Rita was born on May 21, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James and Virginia Stafford. A graduate from Columbus High School, she...

Jun 27, 2021

Karen Brockman, age 79, passed away Sunday June 27, 2021 at Riverside Hospital. Preceded in death by her husband Harry. Survived by her sons Jeff (Christine) and Brian (Teresa) Brockman, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends Friday July 2 from 10- 11 am at SHAW-DAVIS FUNERAL HOMES 4341 N High St. Cols 43214 where service...

Jun 27, 2021

Ann Otte Hunger, age 72, passed away at home on Sunday, June 27th, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was born in Springfield, Ohio August 24th, 1948 to the late Richard “Dick” and Marjory Otte.  Ann is lovingly survived by her daughter Samantha (Keith) Hollern and her grandchildren Dylan (Sierra Massey), Ethan and Sydney; her brothers John Otte (Libby),...

Jun 26, 2021

Janet Mathes, loving Mother, Grandmother and Faithful Servant

Janet Mathes, age 84, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Worthington Christian Village.

Janet was a faithful wife, loving Mother & devoted Grandmother to 12 grandchildren. She will be remembered for her great smile and compassion. Janet loved her family and was a loyal & faithful...

Jun 25, 2021

On June 25, 2021, everyone’s best friend, Gerald Reeves left this world and made his way to the next. Incapable of using his “inside” voice, the heavenly greeting committee heard him from a mile away.

Gerry is survived by: his sister-in-law Cathern (Reeves) Henline, nephew Colin Reeves, and niece Jordyn Reeves of Bluffton, SC. His brother Steven Reeves, mother Marlene (Charnisky) Reeves, and...

Jun 23, 2021

Jacey Louise Knapp, 21 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 23, 2021. She was at home surrounded by her family. Jacey was born November 24,1999 to Janet Turner (Knapp) and James Knapp. She is survived by her brothers James (Erica) Knapp Jr, Jaret Knapp, Coty (Whitney) Bays, sister Jasmine (Jamar) Knapp, and sister/cousin Allexus (Dustin) Scott. Nephews...

Jun 20, 2021

Kimberly Denise Fankell, age 44, joined her Mommy in Heaven on June 20, 2021.

Kim loved spending her time outdoors in her garden and playing with animals. She also enjoyed time spent in the kitchen baking and cooking for those she loved.

She is survived by her Daddy Robert Fankell, three sisters Terri (Tim) Townsend,...

Jun 19, 2021

Mrs Irene Ann Kaeding, the daughter of the late Louis and May Pelletier of New York City, born October 16, 1928 in Manhattan NYC.  She grew up in The Bronx, NYC, baptized, confirmed, and married at the First Lutheran Church of Throgs Neck; schooled at PS 14, Christopher Columbus High School and was graduated from Hunter College in Manhattan,...

Jun 19, 2021

Robert “Bob” Eugene Deis, 81, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on June 19th, 2021, surrounded by his loving family and beloved dog, Sassy. Bob was born April 26, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio to Marie (Buehler) Deis and Alfred E. Deis. He graduated from Chaminade High School (1958) in Dayton and The Ohio State University. Bob was...

Jun 17, 2021

Sheryl Foti passed away on June 17th, 2021. She was born on November 7, 1950 to John W. Slyh and Marylou Dodd Slyh of Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Upper Arlington High School Class of 1968, a proud graduate of The Ohio State University, and a lifelong resident of central Ohio.

Sherry was a member of Jersey Baptist...

Jun 17, 2021

Ritchie Edward Smith, age 68, passed away suddenly, Thursday, June 17, 2021.

Preceded in death by father, George Robert Smith.

Survived by mother, Martha Elizabeth Webb-Smith. Wife, Anita Baca; brother, Robert Smith; Brother, Doug Smith; daughter, Tabitha Chesser (Mike); daughter, Celea Drake (Geoffrey); stepdaughter, Connie Baca. Grandchildren Nicholas Chesser; Anthony Chesser; Lux Drake; Mara Baca-Shafer;...

Jun 16, 2021

Robert J. Walz, 98, died June 16, 2021. Born in Newark, Ohio to Charles and Sarah Walz. He is preceded in death by his 5 siblings, his wife Barbara and previous wife, Jean. He was a WWII veteran who served 3 ½ years under the command of Gen. Eisenhower and Gen. Patton in the European Theater. He participated in...

Jun 14, 2021

Jenay Crawley was unexpectedly taken from us on June 14, 2021. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on April 2, 1998. Jenay was a dedicated and devoted mother to her children Jabril, Jamella and Yasmin. She had a smile that would light up any room. Jenay graduated valedictorian from Bridgescape Academy at the age of 16. She then attended...

Jun 13, 2021

Genie Brown at age 94 passed away from this life on June 13th at approximately 12:27 am at his residence in Columbus Ohio.

Genie Brown was born November 5th 1926 in Canton Mississippi to Nathaniel and Earline Shield Brown. Genie Brown worked at general motors plant in Defiance, Ohio for 26 years. He also accepted Christ and...

Jun 11, 2021

William E Davis Jr. (Bill) (Billy), passed away unexpectedly at the age of 54. He was born on September 29, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio to William and Diane Davis. He is preceded by his father-William Davis, brother-Jeff Davis, Mother-Diane Davis, and Niece-Lacie Davis in heaven. He is survived by his sister Shirley Rodriguez (Hope) and his daughters, Tanya Robertson...

Jun 10, 2021

On Thursday, June 10, 2021, Robert  Lee Strayer, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away at the age  of 78.

Bob was born October 3, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio to Daniel and Nora (Miller) Strayer. Bob grew up loving sports, playing basketball through  high school and was a record setting bowler. Following his 1962 graduation from...

Jun 10, 2021

Edward F. Thurkettle (76) passed away June 10, 2021 in Westerville Ohio, following 16 months (through the pandemic) in hospitals and rehab/skilled care facilities for cancer and circulatory complications. Edward was preceded in death by his father, Frank Thurkettle, mother, Rosemary Thurkettle, brothers Frank Jr. and Richard Neal.  He is survived by his son, Jason Edward Thurkettle, granddaughter, Jessica...