Obituaries

Jun 28, 2020

Gregory L. Wiewall passed away on June 28, 2020, at age 55. Greg enjoyed camping, biking, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family. He always had a smile on his face and never met a stranger. Greg enjoyed making people laugh and ensuring everyone had a good time. He was always willing to lend a hand, and was...

Jun 28, 2020

James Robert Downs, Jr., 80, of Apple Valley in Howard, Ohio (and winters in Punta Gorda, Florida), passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020 at The Ohio Eastern Star Home in Mount Vernon, Ohio.  He was born December 7, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio to James R. Sr. and Della June (Haberman) Downs.  Graduated from Worthington High School and Carnegie College...

Jun 28, 2020

George Sisson Reaves, 80, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Riverside Hospital. He resided in Columbus, Ohio, and was born May 21, 1940. He trusted Jesus Christ as Lord of his life, and attended Portsmouth High School and East High School in Columbus. George enrolled in the United States Army where he was stationed on the west coast...

Jun 28, 2020

Arlene M McCoy, was 59 years old. Born on May 28, 1961 and passed away peacefully on June 28, 2020 at OSU East Hospital.  Arlene was a dedicated mother, first and foremost. She treasured her son Chris (Jessica) McCoy and embraced every moment with them.  She especially loved her role as Tee Tee to Dylan, Maria, Sebastian and Xavier....

Jun 28, 2020

Phyllis Jeanne Thompson, 93, passed away June 28 at Riverside Hospital.  She resided in Newark, Ohio and for the last five years in Columbus.  Born December 26, 1926 (a birthdate that exasperated her) in Martins Ferry, Ohio, the daughter of Marjorie (Pugh) Hodel and Fritz Hodel, she was raised by her paternal grandmother and five aunts.  She was preceded...

Jun 26, 2020

James 'BJ' Samuel Marcum, age 41, passed away June 26, 2020.  James is preceded in death by his father James Buck Marcum and niece Candita Chapman. Survived by his loving mother Connie Marcum; uncle Dave Marcum; aunts Ida Marcum, Mary Hitefield and Linda Cooper and her son Sammy; niece Kimberly Chapman; sister Christina Marcum.  A visitation will be held Friday,...

Jun 26, 2020

Timothy Michael Murphy, age 47, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2020. He was born in Akron, Ohio, to Rosemary Murphy and the late Michael Murphy. Tim obtained his associate degree in criminal justice from The University of Akron and served the cities of Akron and Columbus, with nearly 3 years of service to Akron and...

Jun 24, 2020

Charles W. Massey, Jr. died June 24th in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Lebanon, Tennessee to the late Charles W. Massey and Ola Belle (Bond) Massey. He was the beloved husband of surviving spouse, Sherrill E. Massey.  His surviving sisters are Ola Jean Massey Goad and Sheila Massey Dorris, and a niece, Brittany Dorris and a nephew, Phil...

Jun 23, 2020

Beverly E. Hamilton, age 78, of Mount Vernon, passed away June 23, 2020 at her residence. She was born October 16, 1941 in Celina, Ohio to Walter and Iona (Kuhn) Beroth. She is survived by her daughter, Kathryn (Phil) Theophilus of Mount Vernon; grandchildren, Trisha (Justin) Wilt and Karisa (Wyatt) Morrison both of Mount Vernon; two great-grandchildren Lane and...

Jun 22, 2020

A Tribute to Dr. Katherine Twarog (1933 – 2020)

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Dr. Katherine (Kitty) Lee Foster Jorgensen Twarog, 87, died peacefully at home 6/22/20, surrounded by family.  She is survived by 6 children, 10 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.  Born in Lodi WI to Dr. Harold and Ethel Foster, she grew...

Jun 21, 2020

Deborah Davis, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving children on June 21, 2020. She was born in Columbus to David and Sandra Michael.

Deborah was married to Richard Anthony “Tony” Gianvito in 1980. Soon to follow the two had three amazing children, and raised them in the lovely community of Westerville, Ohio. The...

Jun 21, 2020

Chad Wright, 77, went home to be with his heavenly father on June 21, 2020. Chad was born in Dillonvale, Ohio to Augusta and Ken Wright. Chad worked at the Ohio State University Health Center and Athletic Department for over 50 years. He had a long life relationship with Jesus Christ due to the impact made by Pastor Carlton...

Jun 19, 2020

Patricia (Trish) J. Hall, age 86, passed away June 19, 2020. Born in Price Hill, W.V. A graduate of  Marsh Fork High W.V. "Patty" was nominated and crowned Homecoming Queen and designated Miss Marshfork 1952. Her schoolmates also elected her the "Most Popular" and the "Most liked" in her class. Her friends and family also knew her to be...

Jun 18, 2020

Jeffrey Thomas Cummings, age 61, of Galena, Ohio passed away peacefully on June 18, 2020 at Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville, Ohio. He was born in Altadena, California to Bertie Cummings and the late Calvin L. Cummings. Jeff served in the US Navy from 1976 to 1982. He was a member of the Vineyard Church of Delaware...

Jun 17, 2020

Michael 'Mike' Sandor Miller, age 58, finally at peace on June 17, 2020 at home with loved ones. Born August 20, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to predeceased parents Sheldon Conway and Dorothy Miller. Preceded in death by son Steve Estell; Michael's beloved cats Maxx and Elvis.Survived by wife Sharon Miller; daughter Megan (Tim) Criner; and Camie (Michael) Weiner; grandchildren Aiden,...

Jun 17, 2020

Nadab H. Graham, affectionately known as Mr. G, died in Pickerington, Ohio on June 17th, 2020 at 2:47 a.m. due to COVID-19. Mr. G, a citizen of the United States was born on June 13, 1931 in Jamaica, West Indies. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Mr. G was a devoted man of God and...

Jun 15, 2020

Barton George Reverman, 57, born on July 1,1962 and died on Monday, June 15, 2020.  He left us to be with his parents George and Patricia Reverman, precious family members and the love of his life.  He never met a stranger, asking everyone “what’s your story”.  He was a great storyteller, loved to cook, had a witty sense of humor and had...

Jun 14, 2020

James A Stearns, 72, passed away on June 14, 2020 of the late Carl and Mabel Stearns.  James was born in Huntington, WV. James leaves behind his wife Drema and children Mabel, Debbie, James, Charles, Loretta and his grandchildren. Predeceased by daughter Candy, brother Charles, and step-son Timmy Stearns

Survived by brother Bobbie (Rita) Stearns and sisters Mildred Haines,...

Jun 14, 2020

Laura "Laurie" Manbevers, 46 of Columbus Ohio, gained her wings on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Laura was survived by mother and father Jerry and Diane McLain, children Dustin and Stephanie Weaver, sister Sherri Voltz, nieces and nephews Melissa and Kodie Johnson, Krystina Voltz and Nate Burget, Josias Pena and Ashley Voltz, Heaven Manbevers and many great nieces and nephews....

Jun 14, 2020

Alvin (Al) Alfred DiMarco, passed on June 14, 2020 of cancer. He was born on September 16, 1959. Alvin was preceded in death by his father, Alvin. Survived by his mother, Rose, his siblings Mary, Dan (Linda), Jane (Jim), Joanne (Ken), and Beth (Luc), and his nieces and nephews. Alvin earned his MBA from Xavier University and BS from...