Obituaries

Jan 15, 2021

SWINT Garnett Ruth, born in Columbus, Ohio, on December 18, 1933, passed away Friday January 15th at the age of 87 after an extended illness while in an assisted living facility.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Cecil Edmond Swint; her father and mother Charles and Ruth Rankin, brothers Bill Rankin and Mickey Rankin,...

Jan 13, 2021

Jason Rose, age 45, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Buckeye Terrace Nursing Facility after a prolonged illness.  Jason was a loving son and brother, preceded in death by his mother and father Audrey and Bernard Rose.  He is survived by his brother Bernard (Victoria), niece, Rachel (Drew); great niece, Rhylie; aunt Arlena (Gary);...

Jan 11, 2021

Jo Ellen Fuller, age 68, went home on January 11, 2021. Born June 29, 1952, in Logan, WV to parents Harless and Annabell Dotson Ferrell. Preceded in death by father Harless; brothers Jimmy, Pat and Billy; grandchild Angel. Survived by husband Jack Fuller; mother Annabell, children James Shepherd, Joseph, John (Angel), Jennifer (Robert) Norman, Jason (Jennifer) Robert; 2 step-sons Donald and...

Jan 11, 2021

Trenia K. Browning, 58, passed away January 11, 2021 peacefully in her sleep. She was born July 23, 1962 to the late Glenda Jo Browning. She now joins her mother and sister, Teresa, in eternal peace and laughter. Trenia was a woman who loved to laugh and made those around her laugh along. Her laugh will be forever missed...

Jan 9, 2021

Richard Lee Pifer, age 70, of Dublin, Ohio completed his earthly journey and went home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2021. He was born on July 15, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio and was a graduate of Whetstone High School, Class of 1968. Following high school he served his country in the United States Air Force. Dick,...

Jan 6, 2021

Linda Sue Harrison, age 59 of Columbus, Ohio was taken home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Linda was born July 23, 1961 in New Lexington, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her parents Jerry and Helen Rutter, brothers Ralph and Donald Rutter, sister Vicky Rutter; grandparents, aunts, uncles and many other...

Jan 6, 2021

On January 6, 2021, Lisa Catherine (Edwards) McVey, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away at the age of 51. Lisa was born on January 31, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio to Nancy Carolla and Roscoe Edwards. Lisa’s best years were spent being a loving and devoted mother of her children. She loved her children deeply and was...

Jan 5, 2021

Walter J. Swider Jr., 91 passed away the 5th of January 2021at his home in Columbus, Ohio surrounded by "the love of his life" wife Patricia of 70 years and family. His funeral services will be held at a later date due to COVID-19, along with a virtual celebration of his life in the coming weeks.

Survived...

Jan 5, 2021

Daniel M. Kenney, 83, died in his sleep on 1/5/2021. Born May 18, 1937 in Bristol, RI, he lived most of his life in Fall River, MA. He attended Bradford-Durfee Technical Institute, and Columbia University. He served in the Naval Reserves on the USS Turkey.  He was employed as a retail executive in New York and Massachusetts before moving...

Jan 4, 2021

Remembering

CARL RAYMOND WELLMEIER

November 26, 1928 - January 4, 2021

Carl Raymond Wellmeier was born on November 26th, 1928 to parents Bernice (Ditzel) Wellmeier and Russell Wellmeier in Dayton Ohio.

Carl had keen scientific and mechanical interests and was adept...

Jan 4, 2021

Larry Gordon Temple, 85, passed away on January 4, 2021. Larry was born on August 12, 1935, to Frank and Reah Temple in Columbus, Ohio. He was raised with his two brothers and three sisters, Joanne Bennett, Janet Reinks, Nancy Flood, George Temple, and Roger Temple. Survived by wife, Karen, sons Jeff Kessler (Dixie), Ryan Temple, daughters Jere Corven (Lance), Lori...

Jan 3, 2021

Billy E. Nester, age 80, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 3, 2021 in Mansfield, Ohio. He was born the fifth of ten children on May 12, 1940 in Crites, West Virginia to parents Roy and Gertrude Nester.

He was a graduate of Man High School, class of 1958, and stayed in touch with...

Jan 3, 2021

With sadness we acknowledge the passing of Nancy Johnson Meadows, lately of Lewisburg, West Virginia, on the morning of January 3, 2021. Nancy had been recently in decline, and passed from this life while at Glenmont in Hilliard, Ohio.

Born August 20, 1956 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to Arthur Leslie and Mary Beck Cratty Johnson, and raised in...

Jan 3, 2021

Darrell “D.J.” Roar Jr., age 48, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio completed his earthly journey and went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2021. He was born on January 3, 1973 in Morehead, Kentucky, where he spent most of his childhood before moving to Columbus, Ohio in 2006.

He was a graduate of Rowan County High...

Jan 2, 2021

Merle G. Cunningham, age 90, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 2, 2021at Bennington Glen Nursing Home following an extended illness. Merle graduated from Willis High in Delaware, Ohio. He served in the US Navy and retired from Copco Paper Inc. Merle is survived by a sister, many nieces and nephews and many extended family and friends. As Merle's wishes, there...

Jan 1, 2021

William A. Southan: William Anthony Southan, age 37, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2021. Born in Columbus, Ohio on January 14, 1983, Will is the beloved son of David and Martha Southan and adored brother of Melissa Southan Wright. Will is also survived by his admired brother-in-law, Scott Wright, precious nephew, Mason, and loving cousins: David Swift, Suzanne...

Dec 31, 2020

Barbara Angela Deleget (née Kozak), 77, of Dublin, OH, passed away on December 31, 2020. Although her health was in decline for several years, she died due to complications from COVID-19.

Barbara was born on July 14th, 1943 in Chicago, IL. She graduated salutatorian from Highland High School in Highland, IN, and then pursued her undergraduate degree...

Dec 31, 2020

Bernice A. Rorie, age 72, of Columbus, Ohio received her wings on December 31,2020 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. She was born May 31,1948 in Circleville, Ohio to Bernice & Charles Martin. She attended 2nd Baptist Church in Circleville, Ohio. She was a kind, generous and beautiful soul who had many close and special friends. She will be greatly...

Dec 31, 2020

Elsie Jane Alexander, 88, of Columbus, OH, was called to heaven on December 31, 2020, from Riverside Hospital to be with her husband John and daughter Cheryl L Alexander-Siders. She was born on March 10, 1932, at home in Leon, WV, to Loveada and Orville Stewart. She was the 5th child out of 12. She is survived by brothers...

Dec 30, 2020

We regret to announce that Richard “Rick” Briggs Piccin age 66, passed from this earth December 30, 2020.

Born August 24, 1954 in Steubenville, Ohio and raised in Hopedale, Ohio by his parents

Richard J. and Betty June (Briggs) Piccin, Rick lived the majority of his adult years near the Atlantic Ocean, and Florida rivers and lakes.

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