Obituaries

David Keith Rhoton Sr.

David Keith Rhoton Sr.

Feb 4, 2025

David Keith Rhoton Sr.

April 11, 1959 – February 4, 2025

 David Keith Rhoton Sr., son of the late Carol and Dean Virgin, passed away peacefully at Riverside Methodist Hospital on February 4, 2025 at the age of 65. 

 David was a proud veteran of the United States Army and would help anyone in need even if it meant he went without. 

 He is...

Ronda Lerman

Ronda Lerman

Feb 3, 2025

Ronda K Lerman, 75, passed away peacefully on Feb 3rd 2025 after her battle with Alzheimer’s. Born May 21st 1949 in Bluffton, Ohio to Lorin and Stella Myers, she was a sweet, loving Christian lady who loved serving others both in church and through activities with the Kiwanis Club, where she was a long time member and once the treasurer...

Florence Chinyere Odita

Florence Chinyere Odita

Feb 2, 2025

Florence Chinyere Odita, age 82, of Upper Arlington, Ohio, passed away on February 2, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Born on September 11, 1942, in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria, Florence was the cherished daughter of Douglas Uzegbu Uwandu and Nwanna Ohaegbulem Eziaha Uwandu. Her commitment to...

Diana Douds Larson

Diana Douds Larson

Feb 1, 2025

Diana Douds Larson, age 76, of Plain City, OH, lost her life on February 1, 2025, from complications due to pneumonia and COPD. Diana was a graduate of Columbus Whetstone High School and received a Bachelor’s degree from the Ohio State University. Diana spent 31 years working for the State of Ohio in various agencies, first as a Secretary in...

Vanessa McAfee

Vanessa McAfee

Jan 31, 2025

Vanessa McAfee, age 72, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on January 17, 1953, in Massillon, Ohio, to William and Jean McAfee. A woman of faith and unwavering strength, Vanessa was called to eternal rest after a life of service, love, and dedication to her family and community.Vanessa's spiritual...

Stefan Letran Doan

Stefan Letran Doan

Jan 30, 2025

Thành Trung Đoàn (Stefan Letran Doan)

May 20, 1963 - January 30, 2025

Thanh Trung Doan, 61, passed away peacefully after his battle with colon cancer, surrounded by family and loved ones on January 30th, 2025.

Thanh is survived by his wife Nancy of 29 years, his two children, Andrew and Amy Doan, his brother, Trung Doan and his family, family in Vietnam,...

Janet B Kevan

Janet B Kevan

Jan 29, 2025

Janet (Bechtol) Kevan, born April 11, 1931, died peacefully January 29, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family. She was born at home, in Wellsville, Ohio where she lived until moving to Upper Arlington, Ohio in 1974. Her last years were spent in her daughter’s (Kim) home, where she was spoiled beyond imagination.

 She was predeceased by her husband, Richard...

Donn Edward Crawford

Donn Edward Crawford

Jan 28, 2025

Donn Edward Crawford, age 54, of Brice, Ohio, lost his battle with cancer on January 28, 2025. Born on April 28, 1970, in Rochester, Pennsylvania, Donn was the beloved son of Arthur and Mildred Crawford (both deceased).

Donn is survived by his loving wife, Amy Evans Crawford; his children, Chelby Crawford, Dylan Evans Crawford, and Lilian Crawford; and his cherished grandson,...

David Perks

David Perks

Jan 28, 2025

David George Perks(65) born on April 8, 1959 in Birmingham England, lost his valiant battle with Huntington’s Disease on January 28, 2025. David loved the outdoors, spending many years in scouting as a youth, serving as a Cub Master, and a father of two Eagle Scouts. He loved hunting birds with his beloved Irish Setter Ally, and found great joy...

Carla Mae Horger

Carla Mae Horger

Jan 27, 2025

Carla Mae Horger

September 7, 1969 — January 27, 2025

Carla Horger, age 55, passed away suddenly on January 27, 2025, at the Ohio State University Hospital. She was born on September 7, 1969, in Columbus, Ohio, to Boyce and Betty Fraley. She lived her life in the service of others, always giving and trying to make life easier for others. A...

Margie Faye Baker

Margie Faye Baker

Jan 27, 2025

Margie Faye Baker was born October 4, 1926, and exited this world on January 27, 2025, in her home with family present. 

The previous week had been full of visits from all her children, grandchildren and even a great grandchild. Great memories were shared, and new ones were made. 

Mom did her "homegoing," in a quick and peaceful manner the morning after...

Brittney L Farmer

Brittney L Farmer

Jan 27, 2025

Brittney Farmer, age 34 of Plain City, Ohio passed away Monday, January 27, 2025. She was born January 24, 1991 in Columbus, Ohio. Brittney was a kind soul and would light up any room with her smile. She had many many friends.

She is survived by her mother Ina Farmer, brother Brandon Beach and Ashley Beach; Aunt Beulah Keaton (Ron Keaton)...

Barbara Lynn Reed

Barbara Lynn Reed

Jan 26, 2025

Barbara Lynn Reed, daughter to Thelmagene and Frederick Wilson, arrived in this world June 24th, 1948, and after 76 years of life, departed this world prematurely on January 26th, 2025. She was surrounded at home by sons Thomas, and Michael with partner Krystle Short. She was preceded by husband Wilbur. She is survived by Melody, wife to Thomas, and their...

Charles David Eeles

Charles David Eeles

Jan 25, 2025

EELES, Charles David, 81, “walked into the forest” on his birthday, 25 January 2025.

Born in Toledo, Ohio, to Charles Cooper Eeles and Lois Stringfellow Eeles of Findlay, Ohio, he was a man of many interests, among them stamp and coin research and collecting. He authored the book The Liberty Series with Ken Lawrence and Anthony S. Wawrukiewicz in 2007. He...

Tracy Lee Montgomery

Tracy Lee Montgomery

Jan 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tracy Montgomery on 01/25/2025. Tracy was a cherished mother, sibling, and friend whose kindness, warmth, and vibrant spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is preceded in death by her mother Nancy & father Richard Mumaw. Tracy’s memory will forever be cherished by her 3 daughters...

Brian Keith Martin

Brian Keith Martin

Jan 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Keith Martin, 62, who left us peacefully on January 24, 2025, after a prolonged illness.

Brian was born on July 28, 1962, in Gallion, Ohio, to William (Bill) and Betty Lou Martin. Brian was a lifelong Grandview Heights resident, class of 1982.

Brian is survived by his partner of 40...

Georgianna Eick

Georgianna Eick

Jan 24, 2025

Georgianna Eick, 96, peacefully left this world on January 24, 2025, surrounded by her family as she was welcomed Home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Eick in 2010. She is survived by her daughters Lezlee (Jeff) Knowles and Cyndy (Dave) Timm; her grandchildren Kathi (Michael) Fournier, Kim (Cris) Anthony, Mark (Danielle) Knowles, Jackie (Andy) Davis, Jenna...

James J Smith

James J Smith

Jan 22, 2025

On January 22, 2025 James Julius Smith (Sonny) was called home to be with the lord. He was preceded in death by his wife Sara J Smith and he is survived by his children Angelo Smith, Christina Browning (Smith), Neal Browning Son in law, Crystal Smith, Adrian Smith and Maisha Smith Daughter in law . His grandchildren Domineke Smith, Kytuen...

Jimmie Carol Nelson

Jimmie Carol Nelson

Jan 21, 2025

Our beloved Mother, Sister, Aunt and Grandmother Jimmie Carol Nelson, passed away peacefully at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on January 21, 2025 at the age of 63. 

Jimmie is preceded in death by her mother Elizabeth Janet Baldridge, her father James Nelson and two of her sisters, Karen Nelson Curry and Marta Gail Nelson. 

She is survived by her children...

Dale Omer Huber

Dale Omer Huber

Jan 21, 2025

Dale Omer Huber, 81, died peacefully on January 21, 2025. Born on October 4, 1943 in Cincinnati to the late Omer Huber and Martha Marie Edgerley Huber, he was also preceded in death by his brothers Garry Lee Huber and Jon Alan Huber, sister Janet Lee Huber Joyce Owen, brothers-in-law Dr. Wayne Gardiner and Kenneth Combs Joyce, and nephew Gregory...