Obituaries

Mary Barnett

Jul 21, 2021

Mary Ann Barnett, beloved wife, went home to Jesus on July 21, 2021 at the age of 74. Mary was preceded in death by parents Betty Bothman and Walter E. Flowers, brothers Michael Flowers and George Ferris, son Shawn Heaney and brother-in-law Bob Harper. She is survived by her husband, Richard; daughters, Tamara Heaney and Brittany (Phillip) Dunning; daughter-in-law,...

Wayne Glover

Jul 21, 2021

Wayne said he had a good life, it was an adventure. He said he was an entrepreneur. He immersed himself in the stock and real estate markets. He was a docent at CMoA, passing on his love of art to school kids and others. He was kind to all and will be missed. A new adventure awaits.

Richard Grindley

Jul 21, 2021

Ted (Richard E.) Grindley, 87, passed away with grace in Columbus, OH, on July 21, 2021, with loved ones by his side. One of the finest men that ever lived, Ted's laugh, one-liners, and integrity will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

Ted was born August 9, 1934, in Pomeroy, OH, to Ronald and Artie...

Joan Ferre

Jul 21, 2021

Joan (Joanie) Beverly Ferre, age 76, passed away July 21, 2021. She was born November 28, 1944, in Akron, Ohio to Egon and Maxine Schroeter. She married the love-of-her-life, Mario Vincent Ferre Jr, in April of 1967 who preceded her in death in 2013.

Joanie loved people who were down and out. She was an accomplished artist...

Bruce Dingess

Jul 18, 2021

Bruce Dingess was taken from us on July 18th at the very young age of 55. He was taken from us all way too soon he will be missed by many. He leaves behind his loving wife of 30 years Patricia Dingess who misses him dearly. These two share so many great memories of vacations together to the family...

John Phillips

Jul 16, 2021

John L. Phillips

When John Leonard Phillips was ten years old, the United States military base at Pearl Harbor was attacked. So he hustled out to the corner of Arcadia and High streets and sold special edition newspapers to passersby.

It was one of his most vivid and enduring memories. He liked the idea of...

Sally Spencer

Jul 14, 2021

Born, September 8, 1960, Sally is survived by a son she loved dearly, Griffin G Spencer, 31 of Clintonville OH.

She was preceded in death by her father, Reginald Spencer.  She is survived by her mother, Kathy Rousseau of Huntington WV, Suzanne Dawson of Huntington WV, Scott Spencer (and wife Sarah) of Lexington KY, Sandra Pence of...

Michael Graves

Jul 11, 2021

Michael (Mike) D. Graves, age 71 passed away July 11, 2021 at Darby Glen Nursing Home of natural causes. Mike was born August 3, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Dublin High School. After high school, Mike went to work at Ranco in Delaware, Ohio. In recent years, he worked at Iacono’s Pizza in Shawnee Hills, Ohio until his...

Rodney Cannon

Jul 10, 2021

Rodney Cannon, 53, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 12:08 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

Rodney was born July 6, 1968 in Detroit, Michigan to loving parents Annie Marie Marshall and Johnnie Cannon. Growing up in Saginaw, Michigan, Rodney helped to raise many of his young...

Theresa Sanders

Jul 9, 2021

Theresa Sanders departed this world on Friday July 9, 2021 at Riverside Hospital with her daughter Renee and son in law Carlos at her side during her short illness.    Mom enjoyed trips to the beach, walks in the metro parks, making her world famous brownies for family gathering, watching movies, and sitting in her daughters yard with her...

Alvin Brooks

Jul 8, 2021

With great sorrow we regretfully announce the passing of Alvin "Tony" Anthony Brooks on Thursday, July 8, 2021. Born April 5, 1957.

Tony worked in the trucking industry for over 20 years and had a passion for trucking. He received numerous awards, including the American Truck Driving Championship Excellence Award in Dallas, Texas.

Tony's other interests...

Steven Evans

Jul 7, 2021

Son of Robert E Evans and L. Jean Evans (Stoney) both deceased. Survived by his children Dylan, Aileen and Eliza. Sister and brother in law Susan and Bob Weisshaar. Nephews Philip and Michael (Kristen) Weisshaar.

Jerald Porter II

Jul 7, 2021

Jerald (Deuce, Rob) Robert Porter II, 49, of Columbus, passed away at home on July 7, 2021. He was born on December 23, 1971 in Farmers Branch, Texas to Jerry (Jerald) Robert Porter, and Mary Ann (Middleton) Newell. He grew up in Duncanville, Tx. With his brother Mark Porter (Lindsey Porter). He attended Alexander Elementary, Reed Junior High, Duncanville...

Patrick "Pat" Jones

Jul 4, 2021

Patrick “Pat” William Jones, age 54, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on July 4, 2021 at home.

He is preceded in death by his father Arthur Jones, mother Doris Nutter, brother Donnie Jones Sr., and sister Pamela Sue. Pat is survived by his wife of 30 years Mica Jones, sons Jonathan (Savannah) Jones and Joshua Jones, grandchildren...

Raymond English

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...

Gerald McCoy

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...

Melvyn "Mel" Stegmeier

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...

Rita Montgomery

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...

Karen Brockman

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...

Ann Hunger

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),...