Obituaries

Edward Joseph Wolford

Edward Joseph Wolford

May 28, 2026

Edward "Coach Teddy" Wolford, one of the most influential figures in Upper Arlington and the history of Ohio lacrosse, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 66 years old.

Born on September 26, 1959, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Norman and Alice Wolford, Teddy devoted his life to serving others—as a husband, brother,...

Alton P. Taylor

Alton P. Taylor

May 27, 2026

Alton “Tony” Taylor, age 83, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026.

Tony was born on July 9, 1942, in Long Beach, California, to Alton and Mina Taylor. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1961 until his honorable discharge in 1964. His service was a defining part of his life, reflected in the well-known...

Harmon Isaac Austin Jr.

Harmon Isaac Austin Jr.

May 26, 2026

Harmon Isaac Austin Jr., affectionately known to everyone who loved him as "Roo", tragically lost his battle with mental illness at just 38 years old.

He was born April 4th, 1988 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Harmon Sr. and Connie.

Roo grew up loving drag racing and building race cars with his "Pops". Every Friday and Saturday night as a child,...

Eula B. Lewis

Eula B. Lewis

May 25, 2026

Life and Legacy

Eula Beatrice Lewis passed away at 4:34 a.m. on May 25, 2026, at Kobacker House in Columbus, Ohio, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Dementia disease. She was surrounded by the love and support of her family in her final days.

Eula was born in Indianola, Mississippi, to Elizabeth Laine Wiley and John Wiley, both of whom preceded her...

Pamela Ford Lipps

Pamela Ford Lipps

May 23, 2026

Pamela Ford Lipps passed away Saturday, May 23rd from complications related to Parkinson’s disease.

She was born on July 5, 1954, to Geoffrey and Mary Q. Ford in San Antonio, Texas. She graduated from West Springfield High School in Springfield, VA in 1972.

Pam lived in Clintwood, VA until moving to Columbus, OH in 2000. She began her career with Schottenstein Stores...

Kenneth S. Turner

Kenneth S. Turner

May 23, 2026

Kenneth S. Turner, age 78, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026. He was born on August 12, 1947, to his parents, Everhart Turner and Ethel Snipes. He is preceded in death by his parents, his son Myron Turner and his brothers Robert Turner and Everhart Turner.

Kenneth passed away after a life of hard work, kindness, and service to others.

For...

James Charles Graham

James Charles Graham

May 23, 2026

Charles “Jim” James Graham, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 14, 1940, at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Columbus, Jim was the son of the late James Joseph Graham and Winifred (Marion) Graham.

Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend, veteran, photographer, public...

Randall Scott Dutcher

Randall Scott Dutcher

May 23, 2026

Randall Scott Dutcher, age 62, a longtime resident of Columbus went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 23, 2026. He fought a long courageous battle with cancer. Randy was born on July 10, 1963 in Marysville, Ohio to Roy H. and Connie K. Dutcher.

He was a member of Carpenters Local 200 since 1986 to 2023 when he retired due...

Paul Edward Delong

Paul Edward Delong

May 22, 2026

Paul Edward DeLong, 75, of London, Ohio, passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, May 22, 2026.

Born in Gahanna, Ohio to Richard and Catherine DeLong on September 27, 1950, he was the youngest of three boys.

He grew up in Gahanna, Ohio and graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School in 1969. He spent his career as a maintenance millwright...

Mark Kevin Bentley

Mark Kevin Bentley

May 20, 2026

Mark Kevin Bentley, 68, born February 3, 1958, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, with the love of his life, Sandra, by his side, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. He is now rejoicing in the arms of Jesus.

Mark was deeply devoted to his wife, Sandy, throughout their 31 years of marriage and served as the steadfast foundation...

Glen Wenger

Glen Wenger

May 20, 2026

Glen Wenger, 83, formerly of Columbiana, Ohio, passed away at his home in Dublin, Ohio on May 20, 2026 after suffering from Parkinson’s disease and cardiac amyloidosis for many years.

He was born February 9, 1943, the son of David and Letha (Brunk) Wenger. He attended North Lima Schools up until his senior year, which he completed at Eastern Mennonite High...

Sandra Marlene Rodenfels

Sandra Marlene Rodenfels

May 16, 2026

Sandra “Sandy” Rodenfels, age 81, of Worthington, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at Country View of Sunbury, after suffering a stroke in January of this year.

Sandy was born in Columbus, Ohio, and graduated from Linden-McKinley High School in 1962. She held various positions throughout her life but treasured working at her sister’s furniture [KM1] store, Riverside Casual...

James Alan Francis

James Alan Francis

May 16, 2026

James " JIMDOG" Alan Francis, born in Columbus, Ohio on October 29th, 1959. He passed away peacefully at his home in Grove City on May 16th, 2026. He was 66 years old. He was the son of Berman E. and Betty Carletta (Tucker) Francis who preceded him. Survived by loving wife, Melanie Cutlip of 40 years. His pride and joy,...

Rumurial Arthur Street

Rumurial Arthur Street

May 14, 2026

Rumurial Arthur Street , known as Art departed this life on May 14, 2026 at the age of 66. He was born on September 20, 1959 in Columbus Ohio to Jessie and Teretha Street.

Art attended Linden-McKinley High School. Over the years, Art was known for his larger-than-life personality, his unpredictable spirit, and his love for fishing and coffee. He had...

David E Evans

David E Evans

May 14, 2026

David E Evans, age 90, passed away after a long illness at his Columbus residence on May 14, 2026.

Born on May 6, 1936, in Newark, Ohio, he was the son of the late Ellis and Helen (Gebby) Evans.

David is survived by his four children, Chris Evans, Connie Tracy, Sue (Jim) Hodge, and Scott (Cathy) Evans, seven grandchildren, Andrea (Aaron) Beane,...

Mary "Peggy" Reeder

Mary "Peggy" Reeder

May 13, 2026

Mary Margaret “Peggy” Reeder was born on May 26th, 1931, in Quincy MA. She died on May 13th, 2026, in Columbus OH. At the time of her death, she was a little old Irish lady, who looked more like a little old Irish man. She left behind four children, 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and a lot of stuff, including...

Jaynette A Smith

Jaynette A Smith

May 13, 2026

Jaynette (Jaye) Anita Whiten Smith, age 63, passed away at Capri Gardens in Lewis Center on May 13, 2026, at 1:55 a.m., following a lengthy illness due to complications related to Glioblastoma of the brain.

Jaynette was born to James Dock and Mary Lillian Williams Whiten on March 17, 1963, in Brooklyn, New York. She spent her formative years in Toledo,...

Daniel Merkle

Daniel Merkle

May 12, 2026

Daniel “Dan” Merkle passed away on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 at the age of 68. He was reunited with his mother, Joan, and is survived by his loving wife, Diane; his children, Brian (Megan), Allison, and Chelsea (Kyle); granddaughter Mackenzie; his father, William; and siblings, Chip (Jill), Molly, and Sam (Sandra).

Dan was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend to...

Kathryn S Brorein

Kathryn S Brorein

May 12, 2026

Kathryn Sue Brorein (Ellison), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted educator, passed from this life into the arms of her Lord and Savior on May 12, 2026, at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was 72 years old and was surrounded by the family she cherished so dearly.

Born on May 7, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio, Kathryn was a daughter...

Peter William Hill

Peter William Hill

May 11, 2026

Peter William Hill 61, cherished husband, father, son and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, after a battle with multiple strokes and pancreatic cancer. Born on March 18, 1965, in Akron, OH, Pete’s life was a tapestry of love, service and dedication.

Peter is survived by is devoted wife, Annette and their son Donald Hill, who was born on...