Obituaries

Nov 21, 2020

Bernadette Vano passed away peacefully November 21, 2020 at the Kobacker House Hospice in Columbus, Ohio at the age of 68 from complications of the COVID-19 virus.

Born on March 4, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois to Nancy and Louis Vano, Bernadette was a 1970 graduate of Bishop Hartley High School in Columbus, and attended the Ohio State...

Nov 21, 2020

Elizabeth “Betty” Felt, age 76, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 21, 2020. She was born on July 5, 1944, in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Betty was then adopted by her parents Mary and Bob Hiscock, and was welcomed with open arms by her sister Shirley Witney, and adopted sisters Alice Coryell and Margret Janos.

Betty married John Manchor Jr., and...

Nov 20, 2020

Bonnie J (Warsmith) Valentine died at home peacefully surrounded by loving family and friends on November 20, 2020. She was 79 years old. She was a life-long resident of Columbus, Ohio and spent many years at the family home in the Old Beechwold neighborhood. Bonnie was a beloved mother of three and grandmother to three beautiful young ladies.  She...

Nov 19, 2020

Daniel Patrick Clark, 74, passed away November 19, 2020. Daniel was born March 17, 1946, to Charles Clark and Elizabeth Ann Clark nee Mills. Daniel was a proud US Veteran and retiree from Ford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf. Brother of (late) Rita Henderson, (late) Catherine Patricia Cipra, (late) Mary Alice Clark, Edna Clark Zielinkski, (late) Nora Sims,...

Nov 19, 2020

John Warren Blackburn, age 68, of Columbus, passed away November 19, 2020 at Mount Carmel Grove City Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Olivene (Stepp), wife of 46 years, Rita (Unger), and granddaughter Scarlett. John is survived by his children John Jr (Brittany), Angela (Robert) Messer, Kate (Tracy) Brigner,  grandchildren, Zackary, Gracyn, Lucas, Charlotte,...

Nov 18, 2020

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Knut Fisch. He passed at his home in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by his loved ones on November 18, 2020 at the age of 58, after having a short hard fought battle with cancer. He was born on June 4, 1962, in his native country of Germany in Hanover.

He loved...

Nov 18, 2020

Harriet Shriver Martin, 94, died November 18, 2020, at her home in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Harriet was born in Charleston, W.Va., to Carrie (Robinson) and Ellsworth Shriver. She was reared in Nellis and  Beckley, W.Va., where her father was the mine superintendent for the Raleigh Coal and Coke Co. Harriet attended Woodrow Wilson H.S., graduating valedictorian of her class. ...

Nov 15, 2020

One of the funniest, smartest, and kindest of people, Ernest Lockridge, died on November 15, 2020.  Lewy Body Dementia had made him feel “like a flower without its petals.” That horrible dementia reached his autonomic system; he died a peaceful death at Kobacker Hospice.

Ernest was born in Bloomington Indiana to Vernice Baker Lockridge and the novelist,...

Nov 15, 2020

Dorothy Rose Russell, age 59, of Columbus, Ohio, died unexpectedly at her home Sunday, November 15, 2020. Rose was born March 17, 1961 to the late Dorothy “Dotte” L. (Turner) and Hal G. Russell in Decatur, Illinois. She is survived by her daughter Brooke M. Russell Burch, and siblings Hal J., Kevin S., and Lisa (Mary) L. Russell. She...

Nov 15, 2020

Cletus LeRoy Randles, was born March 26, 1938 and passed away November 15, 2020 in Coshocton, Ohio. He enjoyed fishing and being in his garden. Preceded in death by his mother, Francis Randles, father, Hilton Randles, sister, Barbara Brooks and son, Mitchell Randles. Survived by 3 daughters, Teresa (Danny) Appleby, Candace (Charlie) Walker and Shasta Dixon, 11 grandchildren and 17 great...

Nov 15, 2020

Merle Melvin Miller, age 93, passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones on November 15, 2020. He was born on May 15, 1927 in Massillon, Ohio to parents Clarence and Erma Miller.

He was a humble man, and was undoubtedly devoted to being the best father and husband he could be. Merle was an Army...

Nov 13, 2020

Ryan Nicholas Sword, age 42, of Clintonville, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio USA, died at home on November 13, 2020. Ryan was born July 2, 1978 at OSU to parents Harold and Debhi, and joined his sisters Lisa and Yvette, and brothers Nathan and "Nick", all who survive Ryan.

Ryan attended Columbus Public Schools, Duxberry Arts, Franklin Middle,...

Nov 13, 2020

Steven L. Graham, 63, of Mount Sterling, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 13th, 2020 at home. He was born July 2, 1957, in Mount Sterling, Ohio, the son of Robert and Carolyn (Crooks) Graham. Steve worked for many years as a very talented and creative florist, including owning his own flower shop and working at others. Steve’s passions...

Nov 9, 2020

Martha R. “Becky” Bauer, 10-year resident of Columbus, OH, formerly of Mitchell, SD, died, November 9, 2020. She was 70.

A private family service in celebration of Becky’s life will be held on Friday, November 20, 2020 at Shaw-Davis Funeral Home Clintonville Chapel. A livestream of the service will be available at 12 pm EST on November...

Nov 9, 2020

Chong Pok Leong (Andy), 59 years young, residing in Columbus, OH for the past 25 years, passed away early morning Monday November 09, 2020. He was born on April 18, 1961 in Taiping, Malaysia to parents Chong Kee Sung and Lee Kam Yoong. Andy was born with a generous humble heart, he opened up his home to every person...

Nov 8, 2020

Virginia Hurtado Both left this world peacefully at home with her family as sunlight and fresh air streamed into her room. Virginia never said a bad word about anyone. She made everyone she met feel welcome. Her generosity knew no bounds as she gave freely of herself to friends and strangers alike. Virginia resided in Hilliard, Ohio. Living a...

Nov 8, 2020

Lawrence Paul Jones, age 91.

Sunrise 10/22/29, Sunset 11/8/20

Born and raised in Newark Ohio, Larry was a graduate of Newark High School and The Ohio State University. He was a Korean War veteran serving as a radarman on the USS Fletcher 1948-1952. After graduating from OSU, he taught Industrial Arts, Math and Driver Education in Columbus Public...

Nov 8, 2020

Richard W. Barker son of Melvin and Dora Barker was born on August 5, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio. He died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Westerville, Ohio on November 8, 2020.

He attended the Columbus Public Schools where he developed a love for the arts. Richard loved dancing, listening to music, and creating unique...

Nov 8, 2020

Hazel Maude Cooley Meeks was born July 2, 1948 in Richmond, VA. At an early age Hazel and her mother moved to Ashland, KY, where she was raised with her cousins Susan and Robbie Keeton. She received loving guidance from her maternal grandparents Aaron and Hazel Keeton, and aunt Maude Keeton. While living in Ashland, Hazel attended Booker T....

Nov 7, 2020

Betty Shaw Brunsman Obituary

On Saturday, November 7th, 2020, Betty Shaw Brunsman passed away at the age of 74.

Betty was born on February 20th, 1946 in Columbus. She received her bachelor's and master’s degrees from The Ohio State University.  She worked as a social worker for most of her professional life.  She also ran...