Obituaries

Johnny Stephens

Johnny Stephens

Jan 31, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Johnny Mark Stephens announce his passing.  He was a father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and beloved friend. Mark was born May 27, 1958 in Louisa, Kentucky and left this earth Sunday January 31, 2021 to rejoice in a reunion with the loved ones he had lost over the...

John "Jack" Barron Wilce

John "Jack" Barron Wilce

Jan 30, 2021

John “Jack” Barron Wilce passed away on January 30, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 5, 1947. Jack was a 1965 graduate of Upper Arlington High School where he excelled and medaled in track and field. Music, however, peaked his interest at an early age. He was first introduced to the guitar...

Edward Carll

Edward Carll

Jan 30, 2021

Edward Christopher Carll, age 52, passed away January 30th from cancer. Born in Portland, ME., June 12, 1968, and lived in Gorham, until at nineteen he moved to Columbus, Ohio to attend college. Edward was a wonderful father, son, and brother. The fighter he was would not let cancer stop him from living his life on his terms. His...

James England

James England

Jan 29, 2021

ENGLAND

Rev. James Lovell England, 69 years old and he resided in Columbus, Ohio. Went home to be with the Lord on January 29, 2021 at OSU hospital. He was born on December 24, 1951 in Columbus, Ohio. He was a graduate of Franklin University, he was in the ministry for 30 years and he was a...

Mary Woodworth

Mary Woodworth

Jan 26, 2021

Mary Lillian Woodworth, born August 10, 1926, to Helen and Fritz Kreutz, passed away January 26, 2021.  Preceded in death by loving husband Jack, sister Helen (Paul) Gaulke, Gail Kreutz (sister-in-law), and sons Jack and Fred.  She is survived by brothers Fred and Donn Kreutz, Judy (daughter-in-law), granddaughters, great-grandchildren, and beloved nephews and nieces.  Her youth was spent mostly...

Melody Julian

Melody Julian

Jan 25, 2021

In Memory of our Sweet Melody

Born: October 26, 1955  Died: January 25, 2021

Melody Ann Romack was born to Allen and Dana Romack on their third generation farm near Sharpsville, Indiana. She was a 1973 graduate of Tri-Central High School in Tipton County and a 1980 graduate of Anderson University, Anderson, Indiana with a...

Frank Riley, Jr.

Frank Riley, Jr.

Jan 24, 2021

Frank “Butch” Riley, Jr, age 49, passed on Jan 24, 2021. Born May 8, 1971, in Columbus, Ohio to parents Francis Sr and Joanna Sbrochi Riley. Preceded in death: his parents, grandparents Betty Riley; Joseph and Stella Bernard; brother Richard Stilson; nephew Scott Bernard. Survived by children; Lance Sprague, Paige Riley, Isabella Riley; grandsons Brayden and Colton Sprauge; siblings...

Alberta Johnson

Alberta Johnson

Jan 24, 2021

Alberta Jean Johnson (AKA Tiny), age 67, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021.  She was born on March 22, 1953, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Levert Hawkins and Evelyn Hawkins-Smith.  Alberta worked many years as a dental assistant. She loved fishing, especially with her dearly beloved Tom. She was a member of the Buckeye Lake Park Congregation of...

Donald Carlisle

Donald Carlisle

Jan 23, 2021

Don, passed from this life peacefully at the Hospice Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 79. He was surrounded by family and original music that was played on a tongue steel drum by Christopher, his youngest grandchild.  Don’s passing was shocking, fast, and by natural causes just the way he wanted.

Don was born...

Brad Bonham

Brad Bonham

Jan 23, 2021

Brad Avery Bonham, age 43, passed away on Jan 23, 2021. Born Feb 16, 1977, in Newark, Ohio to parents Tom Bonham and Cynthia Keplar and his step-father Carl Keplar. Preceded in death by mother; grandma Mary; cousin Gavin; and uncle Chuck; survived by children Gabriella Carver, Austin Carver, and Madison Bonham; Grandfather Harry; siblings Brian (Jackie) Brewer, Betsy...

Cheryl Pifer

Cheryl Pifer

Jan 23, 2021

Cheryl “Sis” Pifer, our angel of the sea, peacefully passed away at home  on Saturday, 1/23/2021 with her family by her side, following a battle with cancer.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 42 years, Stanley; children: Ryan (Stefanie) McConnell, Scott (Oanh Na) Pifer, Megan (Chad) Knowlden, Molly (Bradley) Anderson; Grandchildren: Chase (Alex) McConnell,...

Eileen Frisby

Eileen Frisby

Jan 21, 2021

Eileen Frisby, aged 94, passed away January 21, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio.  Eileen is survived by her children Terry (Paula), Craig (Karen), Dale (Diane), Denny (Steve) and Becky Frisby as well as five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Eileen married Richard Frisby in 1949.  She was vivacious her entire life as a mother, at work, as a volunteer,...

Joy Perkins

Joy Perkins

Jan 21, 2021

Joy Lynne Perkins, 64, passed away on January 21, 2021 after a hard fought battle with cancer. She was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 17, 1956 to Agatha Harmon and Richard Wooster.

She was a woman that truly exemplified her name, spreading joy everywhere she went. She was known for her great sense of humor, which...

Joseph Cornette Sr.

Joseph Cornette Sr.

Jan 20, 2021

Joseph Marion Cornette, Sr. was called home on January 20, 2021 at the age of 61.

Survived by his wife of 26 years, Sherri Cornette. He was a veteran of the United States Army and was a member of Central Baptist Church. He loved his church, his kids, grandkids, and great granddaughter.

Proceeded in death...

Mary Marsalka

Mary Marsalka

Jan 20, 2021

Mary Burson Marsalka, 91, passed away peacefully at Kobacker House on January 20, 2021. She was born on March 30, 1929 in Ashland, KY to the late Ralph T. Burson and Elizabeth R. Burson.

She is survived by her brother Ralph (Anne) Burson of Palm Harbor, FL; daughter-in-law Kathy (Rob) Felty of Dublin, son-in-law Paul (Kim) Raines of Orlando, FL....

Timothy Nelson

Timothy Nelson

Jan 19, 2021

Timothy McFarland Nelson, 41, passed away suddenly on January 19, 2021. Tim was born on June 17, 1979 in Cleveland, Ohio to Jessica (Samuel) and the late Lawrence Nelson and was raised with his brother Todd in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Tim and his wife Melissa (Rotman) have been together for 20 years, and have two children, Harper and Samuel. Tim...

Peggy Norman

Peggy Norman

Jan 19, 2021

Peggy Lee Norman, age 72,  made her way to Heaven on January 19, 2021. Born September 2, 1948 in Prestonsburg, KY. Preceded in death by father Bud; brother Michael and son Anthony. Survived by children Angie (Joe) Maceachen, Daniel (Celina) Norman and Donald (Tim) Norman; grandchildren Amber Lowe, Rachel Sears, Matthew Maceachen, Michael Garcia, Kyle and Justin Norman; 5...

Matthew Kinser

Matthew Kinser

Jan 19, 2021

Matthew A. Kinser, age 54, born April 14, 1966, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was a 1984 graduate of South High. Formerly attended Parsons Baptist Church, and longtime foreman of Kinser Stucco. Preceded in death by parents Isaac and Patty, brothers James and Brian Kinser. Survived by son, Matthew Allen Christopher Kinser II; and...

Barry Brey

Barry Brey

Jan 18, 2021

Barry B. Brey, 73, of Dublin, Ohio passed into eternal life Monday, January 18, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Born November 16, 1947 in Allentown PA, he was the son of the late Wilmer A. Brey and Faye F. Feather. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War earning the Army Commendation Medal. Barry was a professor of Electronics Engineering at...

Milton Gus Bosworth

Milton Gus Bosworth

Jan 16, 2021

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