Averil W. MacKenzie
Dec 17, 2025
Averil W. Olsen MacKenzie, age 88, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away December 17, 2025, at home surrounded by her family and friends.
She was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Thomas and Maude Olsen, and grew up in Port Washington, Long Island. Averil graduated from Paul D. Schreiber High School (Port Washington) in 1955 and continued her education, earning a...
William Eugene Thompson
Dec 17, 2025
In Loving Memory of William (‘Bucky’to his grandchildren) E. Thompson, a lifelong resident of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, at the age of 97. A man of quiet strength, sharp intellect, and a playful spirit, Bill lived a full and vibrant life that spanned nearly a century. Born in Columbus on October 6, 1928, to the...
Jeremy Shane Skatzes
Dec 14, 2025
Jeremy Shane Skatzes, age 48, was born on May 21, 1977, and passed away on December 14, 2025. He is survived by his daughter, Kaylee Skatzes (Juan Hernandez); his stepson, Kyle Smith; his mother, Diana (Ronnie) Bender; and his siblings, Dennis (Janet) Douglas, Tecola Skatzes, and Opal (Scott) Brown. Jeremy was also a beloved uncle to a host of nieces...
Robert L. "Bob" Kendall III
Dec 13, 2025
Robert L. "Bob" Kendall III , known for his sharp intelligence and unwavering devotion to his family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the age of 71.
Born on May 14, 1954, in Rhode Island, Bob carried the warmth and resilience of his roots throughout his life. Growing up, he cultivated a sense of discipline and dedication as...
Sandra J. Holden
Dec 13, 2025
Sandra Holden, born on December 13, 1959, passed away on December 13, 2025.
Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gary Holden Sr., and her son, AJ Holden. She is survived by her loving mother, Yvonne; her sons, Gary and Bub; her four siblings; and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom were a source of great pride...
Juan Alberto Uribe Arroyo
Dec 13, 2025
Con profundo amor y respeto despedimos a Juan Alberto Uribe Arroyo, nacido en Ica el 24 de agosto de 1944, quien falleció el 13 de diciembre de 2025 a los 81 años, dejando una huella imborrable en la vida de quienes lo amaron.
Le sobreviven su esposa, Haydee Vega de Uribe, sus cuatro hijos y dos nietos, quienes agradecen la vida...
Ghassan T. El-Khouri
Dec 11, 2025
Ghassan Toujjo El-Khouri was born on January 21, 1939, in Tulkarm, Palestine, to Salim and Zahie El-Khouri. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved siblings: Alice, Toufic, Nadeem, David, Naim (Silva); Lamia; Nadia (Habib); and Nabil (Samira).
Ghassan is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Sandy, and their two children, Renee (Scott) and David (Yardley),...
Laura Ann Jacobs
Dec 8, 2025
Laura Ann Jacobs (1950-2025)
Laura Ann Jacobs of Worthington, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025. Born Laura Ann Klock in Chestertown, Maryland. Laura spent the better part of her childhood in Toms River, New Jersey where she was raised by her mother Jean Kinlin (Chester) and father, John Chester alongside her younger brothers Edward and Joseph Chester.
In September, 1987,...
Kathryn Ann Block
Dec 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Kathryn Ann Ross Block, age 99, a devoted mother and wife, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Jackson, Ohio on December 13, 1925, to Joel (Joseph) Ross and Pearl (Eisnaugle) Ross. Kathryn married the love of her life, her devoted husband of 63 years, Jack L. Block,...
Howard J. Spencer
Dec 8, 2025
Howard J. Spencer, born November 7th, 1944, in Marion, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the age of 81 on December 8th, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the beloved son of the late Naomi Miller (born Gettys) and Howard Spencer Sr.Howard was preceded in death by his parents; Naomi Miller and Howard Spencer Sr., as well as step-father Raymond Miller;...
Barbara Mowery
Dec 7, 2025
Barbara Jean Mowery, “Barbie”, of Columbus, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, L. Richard Mowery, her parents Clarence Swift and Jean Todd,and brother, Tom Swift, in-laws Leonard and Martha Mowery, and son in law, Renold J.Williams. She is survived by daughters, Julie Williams, Lori (Mark)Miller, and...
Jaylun Michael Gallagher
Dec 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Jaylun Michael Gallagher, 27
It is with profound sadness and sorrow that the family of Jaylun Michael Gallagher announces his passing at the young age of 27—a life tragically cut short by gun violence. Though his time among us was far too brief, Jaylun’s presence left an indelible mark on every soul who knew and loved him.
Jaylun...
James Robert Wolfenberger Sr
Dec 5, 2025
The family of James Robert Wolfenberger Sr., 51, is saddened to announce his passing on December 5, 2025. James was born on November 10, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio to Christine (Max) Kildow Stover and the late Robert “Lucky” Wolfenberger.
James leaves behind his daughter, Paige (Kaleb) Evans, his sons James Wolfenberger Jr., Jacob Wolfenberger and daughter, Malia Wolfenberger; siblings, Robert Seiber,...
Stephanie Lynn Adkins
Dec 4, 2025
Stephanie Lynn Adkins, age 47, of Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully at 6:13 am on December 4, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on June 14, 1978, in Columbus, OH, to Charles “Chuck” Adkins Jr. and the late Lothel Adkins.
Stephanie loved her children tremendously, and they loved her in return. A fierce and devoted...
Tommy Lee Raymond
Dec 3, 2025
Tommy Lee Raymond, age 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 3, 2025. He was born on September 5, 1948 to John F. and Iona R. (DuPree) Raymond and grew up in Hallsville, Ohio. Tommy always lived life on his terms. His passionate spirit and sense of adventure led him to join the US Navy at the young...
Dr. William Lloyd Washington
Dec 3, 2025
Dr. William Lloyd Washington passed away on December 3, 2025, at the age of 73 years old in Columbus, Ohio. He courageously battled Acute Myeloid Leukemia for a month at The Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital before he transitioned peacefully into the next life, surrounded by loved ones.
Dr. Washington was born on March 17, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated...
Lee Nathan Bryant
Dec 2, 2025
Lee Nathan Bryant passed away on December 2, 2025, at the age of 69 in Columbus, Ohio, after 15 years of a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Lee was born in Ironton, Ohio, to Louis Nathan and Virginia Smart Bryant. He is a 1974 graduate of Ironton High School and a 1981 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Optometry....
Rodney Terrell Sherrod
Dec 1, 2025
Rodney Terrell Sherrod, 39, made his heavenly transition on Monday, December 1, 2025, at OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.
Rodney was born on May 1, 1986, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Karen R. Smalls and Rodney S. Sherrod. A proud Philly native, he was a devoted fan of the Philadelphia 76ers and the Philadelphia Eagles....
Billy E Nickell
Dec 1, 2025
Billy E Nickell born in Columbus, Ohio on July 7, 1955. Passed away on December 1, 2025 at 70 years of age.
He is preceded in death by his parents Clinton and Betty Nickell Sr. Survived by his sons Christopher (Jenny) and Justin. Grandchildren Brittny, Sarah and Christopher, brothers Clinton (Melinda), Michael (Donna) and sister Vickie. Also survived by several nieces...

