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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.
Trevor Butterworth
Dec 28, 2025
Trevor Butterworth, age 77, passed away at his home in Millersport, Ohio, on Sunday, December 28, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on August 23, 1948, in Littleborough, England, Trevor was the son of Frank and Nellie (Wood) Butterworth. He grew up in Canada and later lived in Florida and Ohio.
Trevor immigrated from England to Canada at the young...
Mark Allen Deerwester
Dec 22, 2025
Mark Allen Deerwester, age 74, of Kenton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2025, at 11:46 AM, surrounded by his loved ones, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Cancer did not win this fight — Mark lived out his final days exactly how he wished, on his terms.
Born on April 11, 1951, in Kenton, Ohio, Mark...
Gary L Hogue Jr.
Dec 20, 2025
Gary L Hogue Jr, 64, left this world peacefully, stubborn to the end, with his loving wife of 45 years, Cheryl, beside him-protected, cherished and never alone.
He was born July 4,1961 in Lancaster, OH and was the son of the late Gary and Carol Hogue. Gary is also preceded in death by his sister, Theresa. Gary lived loudly, loved deeply...
Paula Locke
Dec 15, 2025
Paula Edith Locke, our beloved Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma, concluded her earthly journey at the age of 95, after nearly 96 years of a life filled with love, faith, and music.
Born on January 3, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio, Paula lived her life quietly but fully, pouring herself into her family and her faith. She is remembered for her love...
Richard "Dick" C. Robinson
Dec 14, 2025
Richard “Dick” Robinson, 98, a longtime resident in the Washington Metro suburbs, peacefully went to heaven on December 14, 2025. He was born in Walton, NY and grew up in the towns of Ithaca and Canisteo, NY.
Dick joined the Navy as an Electronics Technician in 1945 and was discharged in summer of ’46, as World War II was over. He...
Wendy Carman
Dec 14, 2025
Wendy Carman, age 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 14, 2025. She was born on August 16, 1958, in Malden, Massachusetts.
A devoted stay-at-home wife and mother, she dedicated her life to caring for her family and creating a loving home filled with warmth and comfort. Her family was always her greatest priority, and she gave endlessly of herself...
Judith Ann Strauch
Dec 12, 2025
Judith (Judy) Ann Strauch, 83, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, in Zanesville, Ohio. A woman defined by her kindness and her creative spirit, Judy left a lasting impression on everyone she met, making friends easily wherever her journey took her.
Born in Columbus, Ohio, on November 30, 1942, to the late Alfred and Ruth Hunter, Judy was a proud...
Dustin A. Molebash
Dec 11, 2025
Dustin Molebash, 56, of Kingston Ohio went home to be with our Lord on December 11, 2025. He is survived by his wife Billie (Mcknight) Molebash. Children Meagan (Smith) Molebash, Cole and Luke Molebash. His sister's Penny (Althouse) Molebash, Pam Molebash and brother Delbert Molebash. Mother Linda Molebash. Our dear friends Mike and Melody Bickel. He will be so dearly...
James Lee Jr.
Dec 10, 2025
James Lee was born November 13,1947 in Chattanooga Tennessee. He passed away at the age of 78 on December 10, 2025 at Fairhope Hospice and Palliative care Inc. in Lancaster, Ohio. He is survived by his siblings: Clarence Lee, Gary Lee and Dietta Lee, his children: James Lee, Rick Houghtland, Robert Lee, Thomas Lee, Jessica Cruz and Barbara Lee and...
Kelly Kiehborth
Dec 9, 2025
Kelly Kiehborth, 66, beloved father and grandfather passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and friends on December 9th, 2025
Kelly spent his life to the fullest and was always devoted to his family and friends.
Kelly had his own lawn care company (All green lawncare) for 30 years. He had an extremely creative mind. He enjoyed woodworking, painting and...
Kristin Michelle Sidders
Dec 6, 2025
Kristin Michelle Sidders, 37, of Urbana, Ohio, formally from Middleburg, Florida, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on December 6, 2025, following complications from Stage 4 colon cancer, that she fought so bravely for a year.
She was born on June 23, 1988, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the beloved daughter of Richard (Ric) A. and Michelle L. Sidders.
Kristin...
Melvin Michael Hogle
Dec 5, 2025
Melvin Michael Hogle, age 28, passed away unexpectedly at his residence Friday, December 5, 2025. Melvin was a lifelong resident in the Westerville community and was a 2015 graduate of Westerville North High School. Melvin held multiple criminal justice degrees from both Owens Community College and Central State University.
In his youth, Melvin loved participating in various sports with a passion...
Stella Merrie (Darkes) Boylan
Dec 5, 2025
Stella Merrie (Darkes) Boylan, 85, peacefully fell asleep in death on December 5, 2025. She was born on July 29, 1940, in Newark, Ohio, to Hugh and Mary Etta Darkes. A graduate of Newark High School in 1958, Stella began her career at Ohio Power and City Savings & Loan. In 1960, she married her first husband, and in 1966,...
David A. Levine
Dec 5, 2025
David A. Levine, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on December 5th, 2025. He was born on June 8th, 1972 in Cleveland, OH to Kenneth and Sherilyn (Jacober) Levine.
He is survived by many family members and dear friends,
Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.
Lottie Gotschall
Dec 3, 2025
Celebrating a Century of Strength, Service, and Love
Lottie Gotschall passed away peacefully at the age of 101 on December 3, 2025, in Westerville, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.
Early Life and Heritage
Born Wactawa Jankowski on November 20, 1924, in Amsterdam, Ohio, Lottie was the daughter of Polish immigrants. She attended Polish school in her early elementary years and...
Jack H. Parfitt & Lynn M. Parfitt
Dec 3, 2025
Jack Homer Parfitt, 88, passed away at his home on Monday, May 5th, 2025.
Lynn Marie (Frank) Parfitt, 79, passed away after a catastrophic injury on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025.
Jack and Lynn met and started their life together on the south side of Columbus, Ohio in German Village, moving to Groveport to raise their family. Together they moved to Florida to...
Leonard Leo Friedberg Jr
Dec 2, 2025
Leonard Leo Friedberg Jr. took his final bow in Ohio, but a loyal U of M fan on December 2, 2025. Born November 4, 1947, he proudly served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. After many years working for Sheet Metal Worker’s Local 292 until he retired.He leaves behind his son, Jason Michael Friedberg, daughter-in-law Kelly, and two granddaughters Alexis...
Ronnie Lee Roberts
Dec 2, 2025
Ronnie Lee Roberts, age 50, passed away on December 2, 2025. He was a special early Christmas gift born on December 24th, 1974 to Ronald and Tenna (Johnson) Roberts in Mansfield, OH.
Ronnie was never more at home than when he was outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and trapping, and some of his favorite memories were taking his great niece and nephew...
Phillip J Hardwick
Dec 2, 2025
Phillip J Hardwick passed way on December 2, 2025. He was born on April 6, 1962.
He is survived by his children Jason, Chris, and Brad.
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