obituaries
Recent obituaries in Columbus, Ohio
The obituaries in the Columbus, Ohio Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Columbus, Ohio's history and identity.
Tracy Lee Barnhart
Jul 25, 2025
Tracy Lee Barnhart from Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25th, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Vera Barnhart, his daughter, Kristen Miler (Scott), grandchildren, Emma and Josh, his brothers, Steve, Jeff, and Scott, and numerous nieces and nephews. Tracy loved college and NFL football, fishing, and golfing. He was also an avid Lord of the Rings...
John M Holt Jr
Jul 24, 2025
John M. Holt, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, July 24, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born January 1, 1950, to the late Ruth and John M. Holt, Sr. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in Columbus. He was a proud Army veteran during the Vietnam War and member of the Lancaster Post 11 American Legion. He...
Barbara Voss Stauter
2025
Barbara Voss Stauter, age 70, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, devotion, and quiet strength.
Born in Dayton, OH in 1955, Barbara was a proud graduate of St. Helen Parish School 1969, of Carroll High School, Class of 1973 and Sinclair Community College 1975. She worked as a radiologic technician...
Mark Edward Ginther
Jul 22, 2025
Mark Edward Ginther (65) of Port Clinton, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 22, 2025 in Mount Vernon, Ohio at the home of his daughter Devan.
Mark was born in Worthington, Ohio, the third child of Charles and Isabelle (Moroney) Ginther.
As a...
Mary Lee Green
Jul 20, 2025
Mary Lee Green, age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 20, 2025. A lifelong resident of the Baltimore/Thurston area, she was born June 2, 1934, in Thurston, Ohio to Leo and Catherine Weidner. She was a 1952 graduate of Thurston High School where she excelled academically and participated in sports (basketball). She...
Willie Lou Rice
Jul 19, 2025
Willie Lou Rice, age 93, of Marengo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Lou was known for her ornery wit, caring spirit, and the love of her family. Many will remember her homemade pickles made with the vegetables she grew in her garden, as well as apple butter and sauce, jams, and jellies. When she...
Delana Elizabeth Watson
Jul 19, 2025
Delana Elizabeth (Keaton) Watson went to be with the Lord on July 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 3, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Lloyd and Louella (Ferguson) Keaton.
Delana was a devoted member of Chapel Hill Freewill Baptist Church, where her faith and kindness touched many lives. She was preceded in...
Christy Lee (Crabtree) Evans
Jul 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christy Lee (Crabtree) Evans, who left this world on July 18, 2025. Born on August 26, 1953, to the late Donald and Lela Crabtree, Christy was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her.
Christy was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Karen Crabtree, and her...
Richard Wilburn Johnson
Jul 14, 2025
Richard Wilburn Johnson (69) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, July 14, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on February 27, 1956 to Nettie Mae and Winford Guy Johnson. He is survived by his three children—Jessica (Anthony) Weikert, Brooke Bohinc, and Reed (Kara) Johnson; two grandchildren—Beatrice and Ellis Bohinc; two brothers—Lynville (Donna) Johnson and...
Gary Anthony Bender
Jul 13, 2025
With broken hearts, we share the passing of Gary Bender, 33, of Coshocton, Ohio. A loving husband, devoted father, and cherished son, Gary leaves behind his wife Andrea, and two sons, Lucas and Chase, who were the center of his world.
Gary worked as an Information Security Analyst for Safeguard Properties and found true joy in the outdoors—hunting, fishing, building with...
Christopher Thomas Cartledge
Jul 7, 2025
Christopher Thomas Cartledge
Sunrise: November 11, 1964 — Sunset: July 7th, 2025
With profound sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Christopher Thomas Cartledge, who departed this life peacefully in Columbus Ohio, following complications from esophageal cancer on July 7th 2025. He was 60 years old.
Born in Steubenville, Ohio, on November 11, 1964, Christopher—known to many as Chris—he attended high...
Crystal Rutter
Jul 7, 2025
Crystal Ireene (Moore) Rutter May 28, 1964 – July 7, 2025
Crystal Ireene Rutter, of Laurelville, passed away peacefully on July 7, at the age of 61. In her final chapter she accepted Jesus Christ as her saviour; a step that brings her family peace and comfort.
Crystal’s adventure began on May 28,1964 where she learned responsibility early on and was a...
Ralph D. Roark
Jul 6, 2025
Ralph D. Roark, of Richwood Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2025. He was born in Dublin Ohio, to late Vaughn and Ruth Roark. He is survived by his three children and five grandchildren. Harmony Roark (Bailey, Tristan, and Aiden), Nicholas Roark, and Abigail Roark (Ryder and Olivia). Ralph was also survived by his older brother and sister, Sherri and...
Patricia G Stoneman
Jul 5, 2025
Patricia (Patty) Stoneman passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family.Born on March 22, 1940, Patty was the oldest child of John and Pauline Bandzak. She graduated from Brookfield High School and went on to earn a nursing degree from The Ohio State University.On August 8, 1964, Patty married her husband Richard and the...
Gavin Lee Speakman
Jul 3, 2025
Gavin Speakman left this world on his birthday July 3 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born July 3, 1989, in Columbus, Ohio. Gavin is survived by his loving parents Tim and Karen Speakman and a supportive brother Chad Speakman, grandparents Glenn Graham and Juanita Ward, aunts and uncles Patty (Chad), Tom (Susan), Mike (Rhonda), Becky (Shane),...
John William Snook Sr.
Jul 3, 2025
John William Snook Sr. passed peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the Fairhope Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born on November 14, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the son of John Arthur and Rose Purcell Snook of McArthur, Ohio.
He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Diane Gurile Snook, and 6 daughters and 1 son:...
Harold L. Gardner
Jul 1, 2025
Harold L. Gardner, age 65, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1959 in Columbus, OH to the late Donald and Betty Jean (Clark) Gardner.
Harold is preceded in death by his parents and several siblings. He is survived by two sisters and many dear friends.
Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.
Barbara Ann "Barbie" Herman
Jun 30, 2025
Barbara Ann (Barbie) Herman, 76, beloved sister, aunt and friend, died June 30. A lifelong Ohioan, Barbie was born in Youngstown, graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in political science and stayed in Columbus, settling in German Village and nearby areas.
Barbie was preceded in death by her parents Gussie and Bob Herman. She is survived by her sister...
Mandy Renee Moore
Jun 29, 2025
Mandy Renee Moore, 44, passed away tragically Sunday June 29th, 2025 at Grant Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Mandy was born in Springfield, Ohio on June 18th, 1981 to Charles (Charlie) Moore and Barbara Moore. Mandy will always be remembered for her loving and caring nature as well as her toughness throughout her life. Most importantly she will be remembered...