Obituaries

Oct 15, 2021

“Kenny” Beck, 88, died surrounded by his loving family on October 15, 2021.  He was an avid fisherman and made many friends who shared his hobby.  Kenny is survived by his wife, Eleanor, children, Joan (Doug) Ward, Ann (Rick) Jones, Rita Beck and Ken Beck Jr., four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.  He is also survived by his brother David,...

Oct 15, 2021

Keith L. Jones, 70, was a devoted husband and father, with a fervent love for his family and a strong faith in God. Due to complications from a short illness, he went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 15, 2021.

Keith was an only child, born to Al and Cleo Jones on May 7,...

Oct 15, 2021

Fish Whisperer, William E. Bass Jr. (Bossy), went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 15, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Bossy was 51 years old and is survived by his sons: Deshawn Bass (Nikki Germany) and William Bass, his long-term partner of 7 years, Telee’ Wilson,14 grandchildren, siblings: Sunnie, Dorthea, Billy, Felicia and James Bass, Walter Wagner (Bo),...

Oct 15, 2021

Emily Hoenig Baer, 82, of Delaware, Ohio passed away on Friday, October 15, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.

She was born on February 6, 1939 in Ashland, KY to the late Clarence and Sally Hoenig. She graduated from Ashland High School (KY), where she was the senior prom queen. She attended the University of Kentucky...

Oct 14, 2021

William J. Studer age 85 passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021. William is survived by his children Joshua (Margaret) Studer and Rachel Studer; sisters in law Carol Millsom, Peggy Studer, and Margaret Lippie; numerous nieces and nephews; and faithful feline companions Gigi and Charlie. Preceded in death by his wife Rosemary (nee Lippie); parents, Victor and Sarah Studer (nee...

Oct 13, 2021

Born in Albany, NY on October 19th, 1979, Amanda Lynn Peck, beloved daughter and loved sister, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Westerville, Ohio on October 13, 2021.

She is survived by her mother Diane Florence of Westerville, OH, daughter Maddox Lynn Cardamone of Delmar, NY, brother Jeff Peck & wife, Nicole (her best-friend) of Westerville,...

Oct 13, 2021

Pettibone, Beth Anne

1952-2021

Beth Pettibone, age 69, passed away at Riverside Hospital on Wednesday, October 13, at 2:45 pm. Beth is preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy May Pettibone, and is survived by her brother Mike, and father, John Mahlon Pettibone.

Her father John offers the following eulogy;

“My...

Oct 13, 2021

Nathan D. Green, age 31, passed away on October 13th, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio.

He is survived by his Son, Mason Fogle, Mother Holly “Kit” Green, and Sister Megan Needham.

Nathan played several years in a youth basketball league and four years in a bowling league.

He loved his son with all of...

Oct 12, 2021

On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, Darrell Eugene Imber “Gene”, loving uncle and brother to Dean Imber and his five children, passed on at the age of 92.

Gene was born February 1, 1929 in Delphos, Ohio to Clarence and Zola Imber. Gene received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics at the University of Dayton in...

Oct 12, 2021

Bill B. Smith Jr., 72, of Johnstown Ohio succumbed to his battle with Leukemia on Tuesday, October 12th 2021. He passed in his home with his loved ones, exactly where he wanted to be. Bill was born on May 26th 1949 in Tazewell Virginia to Bill Brown Smith and Betty Ann Smith. He was a lifelong resident of Johnstown who...

Oct 12, 2021

Xuân “Lisa” Thi ( Tran) Spears passed away in her home on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 71 years of age.  She spent many years devoting herself to her faith.  Mom enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with friends and family.  She took immense pride in her garden.  The mint was relentless this year!  Don’t worry, your neighbor friend will...

Oct 11, 2021

Elizabeth S. Jackson, 101, of the Clintonville neighborhood of Columbus, died peacefully in her home on October 11, 2021, with family around her. She was born on March 16, 1920, the daughter of Paul and Marion (Newlon) Smith in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. She attended high school in Mayfield Heights, Ohio and received her bachelor’s degree in social work from...

Oct 10, 2021

Carl spent his last five days in The Ohio State University Hospital—and if hospital is the alternative, what better place is there than to be within eyesight of the Horseshoe?  He was blessed to be surrounded by a great team of doctors and nurses.  Had he been privileged to have hand-picked just one nurse, of course it would have...

Oct 10, 2021

Steven Lee Martin, age 64, passed away Sunday October 10, 2021 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on July 24, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio to Jack and Nancy Martin. Steven is preceded in death by his father Jack (2020), brother Paul (1999), and sister-in-law Bambi Lynn (2018). He is survived by his mother Nancy, wife Shawnee, son Shane...

Oct 10, 2021

Timothy E. Sutherland, 63, passed away at his home in Columbus, Ohio, October 10, 2021. He was born on April 18, 1958. Tim toured the country with various bands, and played piano and keyboard at venues throughout Columbus. His passion was music, his deliverance was his Bible, and his family was his love. Tim’s creativity was in the sounds...

Oct 10, 2021

Melanie Berry of Delaware, OH was called home to be with the Lord this Sunday after a brief illness at Grady Memorial Hospital.

Melanie was preceded in death by her Brother William Means, Father Kenneth Means, Mother Edna (Johnson) Means, and husband William Berry.

Melanie was survived by daughters Lynette Davis, Kimberly (Brian) Gibson, and...

Oct 9, 2021

After a long wonderful life of 93 years, Donna Joan Stahura passed away peacefully at her home in Dublin Ohio on October 9, 2021.  She was born and raised by her parents, Esther and Stanley Eyman, in Apple Creek, Ohio which she called home. She was a graduate of Waynedale High School. She then pursued further education at Heidelberg...

Oct 9, 2021

Susanna M. Winstead, 71 of Columbus Ohio, passed away Saturday October 9, 2021 at Claremont Retirement Village.

She was born on August 3, 1950 in Philipsburg, PA, the daughter of the late Joseph and Melva (Selfridge) Smolko. Her nickname was “Susie”.  She was Catholic by faith. She graduated from West Branch Area School, Allport PA, and South...

Oct 8, 2021

Timothy W. Fankell, age 57, of Jackson, Ohio, passed suddenly on October 8, 2021. He was born in Huntington, West Virginia to Phyllis and Ralph Fankell on September 2, 1964.

Timothy is preceded in death by both parents, his brother Michael Fankell, and niece Kimberly Fankell.  He leaves behind his brothers Robert Fankell, Ronald Fankell, Ralph Fankell,...

Oct 6, 2021

Kevin Allen Baker Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Oct 6th 2021. He

was born July 22 1989, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of Ty Baker and Susan

Baker. Kevin had a big heart and was very caring. At one time he had

stepped in between a young girl and an armed...