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.
Alan G. Johnston
Dec 30, 2023
Alan Geoffrey Johnston, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Westerville, Ohio, on December 30, 2023, after an extended illness. Alan was preceded in death by his son, Geoffrey Alan, and his parents, Archie M. and Marie Kresser Johnston of Robinson, IL., formerly of Findlay,OH. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Rebecca Schutte Johnston....
Shirley A. Culbertson Friend
Dec 30, 2023
Shirley A. Culbertson Friend, a woman whose laughter was as infectious as her spirit was indomitable, passed away on December 30, 2023, at the age of 78. She was born on December 18, 1945, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Theodore and Ida (Miller) Culbertson. She lived a life filled with humor, warmth, and a touch of sass.
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Ellen Marie Clifford
Dec 25, 2023
Ellen Marie Clifford of Springfield, Ohio passed away on December 25, 2023. She was born on February 9th, 1969 and was the daughter of Mary E. Weathers and William (Bill) C. Streeter Sr. She was survived by her sisters, Patricia (Jerry) Seal, Laura (Jeff) Stewart, Cathrine Apone, Jennifer Maynard and her brothers Timothy (Jill) Streeter and Bill (Shirley) Streeter...
Molly Mackenzie Nichols
Dec 25, 2023
Molly MacKenzie Nichols was born February 1, 1981, to Kimberley and B. Ashton Nichols, in Charlottesville, Virginia. She grew up in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, where she danced ballet, played violin and field hockey, served on student council, took college-level French, never got a B, and flicked her long, curly hair. Fortunately, she recovered from being an over-achiever later...
Missy Bainter
Dec 24, 2023
Melissa (Missy) Mae Bainter, age 26 of Ashville Ohio passed away on December. 24, 2023.
She was born on December 28 1996 in Columbus Ohio. She was the daughter of Tammy & Shelly Ulmer (Moms) and Alan Bainter (father).
She was also preceded in death by her special aunt Tina and...
Eric Hardiesty
Dec 23, 2023
Eric Hardiesty, age 69, of Columbus, passed away of natural causes in his home on Dec. 23, 2023. He was born on July 12, 1954 in Columbus, OH. Eric was preceded in death by his parents, William and Loretta Hardiesty, and his brother, Marc. He is survived by his brothers, Hal and Alan. Eric was a graduate of East...
David Jay King
Dec 22, 2023
David Jay King, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on December 22, 2023, at his home in Chandlersville, Ohio. Born on February 11, 1961, in Portsmouth, Ohio. David’s journey through life was marked by a deep love for his family, a passion for the great outdoors.
He is survived by his wife of...
Gary
Dec 20, 2023
Gerald J. “Gary” Saxton, 77 of North Lewisburg Ohio, passed away, with his family by his side, on December 20th, 2023, at the Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.
He was born on March 17th, 1946, in Athens, Ohio to the late George Saxton and Wanda J. (Rife) Saxton. Gary graduated from Rutland High School in 1964....
Stacy Jo Malherbe
Dec 16, 2023
Stacy Jo Malherbe, aged 53, of Newark, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on December 16, 2023. Born on November 20, 1970, to Pamelia Fournier and the late William Lefever, Stacy's warmth and exuberance for life touched all who knew her.
Stacy was a beacon of light in the lives of her family...
Daniel Timothy Reese
Dec 14, 2023
Daniel Timothy Reese, 65, passed away December 14, 2023, at the Ohio State University Hospital, from injuries sustained in a natural gas explosion at his residence at WinBeri Apartments, Marietta, Ohio, on November 14. He was born on September 15, 1958, to Daniel “Tim” and Constance Reese. He was preceded in death by his father and is survived by...
Dawn Pernell
Dec 13, 2023
Dawn Marie Pernell, 45, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 13th after a 3 year battle with lung cancer whilst surrounded by friends and family alike. One nurse noted that there were more people visiting Dawn than she’d ever seen in her career.
Dawn was born on July 27th, 1978 to Kathy Sims &...
Amanda Vacca
Dec 12, 2023
Amanda (Hamilton) Vacca of Baltimore, OH gained her angel wings December 12, 2023. She lost her hard fought battle against breast cancer after being re-diagnosed in October.
She was born in Newark on January 1, 1983 to Anna Hollenback and the late Brian Hamilton.
Amanda was a hairstylist who loved all...
Pat Soderston
Dec 11, 2023
Patricia (Pat) Soderston (nee Berger) 03/30/1938 ~ 12/11/2023 passed away at home on December 11, 2023 after battling cancer for almost a year. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Patricia attended Holy Name High School. After graduating in 1956 Patricia went to work, then married and began raising her three children. Always a caregiver, she went to nursing school when her...
Roger Dale Savage
Dec 9, 2023
Roger Dale Savage, Born 04/02/1951 in – Lawrence County - Louisa, KY
Preceded in death by – Parents – Charles & Virginia (Kinner) Savage, Siblings - Charlie (Joan – still living) Savage, Faye (Sam) Speakman, Logan Savage, Philip Savage, Henry (Judy – still living) Savage, Bill Houser, Nephews – Jesse Houser and Heith...
Melvin A. Harris
Dec 7, 2023
Melvin A. Harris, age 70, passed away on December 7, 2023. He was born on June 7, 1953 in Dayton, OH to the late Melvin Harris Sr. and Columbine (Smith) Harris. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Gayle. Melvin is survived by many siblings, nieces, nephews, other family, and dear friends. Arrangements entrusted to Leaf...
Larry Lee Willard
Dec 7, 2023
Larry Lee Willard, age 75, of Heath, Ohio, husband of Dorthy Willard passed away on December 7, 2023. He was born on November 7, 1948.
Maria Rivera Miranda
Dec 7, 2023
María Rivera Miranda, chilena nacida en la ciudad de La Serena el 25/noviembre /1933, nos acompañó hasta el 7/diciembre 2023 fecha que se encontraba vacacionando en Columbus Ohio. Le sobrevivimos 6 hijos, una gran cantidad de nietos y bisnietos, además de algunos tataranietos.
Nuestra viejita destacó por sus dotes como bailarina de tango y cueca,...
Lola L Edwards
Dec 6, 2023
Lola L Edwards, age 71 of Logan Ohio has passed away on December 6th 2023.
She was born on May 15,1952 in Columbus Ohio and was the daughter of the late Mollie Athey and Ralph Farmer. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, Herbert Edwards.
She was a Loving Mother, Grandmother,...
Barbara Jean Kunkler
Dec 4, 2023
In Memory of Barbara Jean Kunkler
January 16, 1945 - December 4, 2023
Barbara Jean Kunkler, 78, of Logan Ohio passed away suddenly on Monday December 4th 2023 at Fairfield Memorial Hospital in Lancaster, Ohio.
Barb was born on January 16th 1945 in Columbus, Ohio to parents...
Arthur Warchal
Dec 3, 2023
Arthur Warchal, age 88, passed away on December 3, 2023. He was born December 28, 1934 to the late Fran and Catherine (Dudek) Warchal in Cleveland Ohio. Arthur is survived by nieces, nephews, and other dear friends and family. Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.