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.
Delores Lorraine Rochefort
Sep 22, 2023
Delores Lorraine Rochefort (Nee Watkins), 89, of Columbus, OH, (formerly of Mentor, OH) passed into eternal life peacefully with loving family at her side on Friday, September 22, 2023.
She was born June 22, 1934, in Lochgelly, WV, the daughter of the late Howard and Ruth Watkins and grew up in the hills of West...
Carl Douglas Allen
Sep 21, 2023
Carl Douglas Allen
Carl Douglas Allen, known affectionately by his friends and family as Carl, was born on March 5, 1961, in the charming town of Waverly, Ohio. He passed away peacefully on September 21, 2023, in Chillicothe, Ohio, following a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer.
Carl was born on...
Lowell Edward Spigelmoyer
Sep 20, 2023
Lowell (Sonny) Edward Spigelmoyer Jr, 83 passed away on his birthday, September 20, 2023 at his daughter’s home in Bellefontaine, Ohio .He was born to Lowell Edward Spigelmoyer Sr. and Esther Worthington Spigelmoyer in Springfield, Ohio.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Julia Elaine Spigelmoyer; son Eric Spigelmoyer and daughter...
Kellie Lynn Robberts
Sep 18, 2023
Kellie Lynn Robberts (Vizzo), passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on April 8, 1974, in Lancaster, Ohio, she is survived by her son's Gage,Grant (Brandon) Blosser Dakota (Julianne) Robberts,Taylor and Caine. Sister's Amy (Toney) Hamilton Jackie (Roy ) May and brother Jamie Vizzo and her significant other Tim. Her grandbabies and many neices and...
Tommy Kunce
Sep 16, 2023
Tommy Kunce, 71, of Delaware, Ohio passed away on September 16, 2023.
He was born May 18, 1952 and in Delaware, Ohio and was the son of the late John Edward Kunce and Nora Belle Kunce.
He was also preceded in death by son Bubba Kunce, brother Art Kunce, and sister...
Elizabeth Poeppelman
Sep 16, 2023
Elizabeth (Betty) Poeppelman went to heaven on 9/16/2023. She was born 6/10/1951 in Lima Ohio and was the daughter of the late Roman and Blanche Poeppelman. She is preceded in death by her brother Fredrick Poeppelman.
Betty graduated from St. Joseph High School and attended Columbus Business School. She was employed by The Ohio State...
Phyills Berniece Wilkes
Sep 11, 2023
Phyllis Berniece Wilkes, age 86, passed away September 11, 2023 in Newark, Ohio.
She was a devoted member of Christian Apostolic Church, Newark Ohio. She enjoyed preparing meals, spending time with her children and grandchildren, and rooting for the Buckeyes. The many friendships developed with her church family were of great importance to her.
She...
Annie Prodan
Sep 11, 2023
Anna "Annie" Prodan, a loving, funny, and faith-filled woman, passed away peacefully of natural causes on September 11, 2023, in Groveport, Ohio. Born on March 14, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Anna (Buber) and George Lechman.
Preceded in death by her sister Mary (Lechman) Brentzel and by her loving husband,...
Linda S. Ruhl
Sep 9, 2023
With Linda's family by her side, Our Lord extended His hand to her on September 9, 2023 offering her grace, peace, and eternal life.
Linda S. Ruhl was born September 26, 1946 in Bloomington, Illinois to the late Richard (Corky) Thomas and Leatha (Woodward) Thomas.
She graduated from Marion Harding High...
Ernest Edward Meade
Sep 7, 2023
A beloved son, father, partner, sibling and friend passed away on September 7,2023, at the age of 48. Ernest was born on July 27,1975 to his living parents Fearl and Rose Meade. Ernest had a passion for painting and pursued it as his trade. He was a die-hard Browns fans, cheering them on in every game. He was an...
Marie Lightfoot
Sep 4, 2023
Celebration of Life….
Marie Lightfoot was born February 7th, 1930, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Leola Smith and Willie Mims who were High School sweethearts. She was 93 yrs. old when she was called to heaven at Legacy Westerville on September 4th, 2023.
She received a plaque from US Federal...
Terry Flynn
Sep 4, 2023
Terry D. Flynn died peacefully in his home on September 4, 2023, in Zanesville. Terry was born on October 10, 1945 in Zanesville. He was the son of the late Ethel (Thomas) and Anderson Flynn. Terry is preceded in death by his brothers Edgar Allan Flynn, Stanley Clinton Flynn and David Charles Flynn.
Terry retired...
Steven Wade Thompson
Sep 4, 2023
Steven Wade Thompson, 56, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away on Monday September 4th, 2023 after a long battle with multiple organ failure.
He was born July 25, 1967 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of Janet and Benjamin Thompson, Jr.
He was also preceded in death by brother Heath Thompson,...
Ava
Sep 2, 2023
Lauraette Ava Kirk, of Wooster, OH known lovingly as Ava, was called to her heavenly home on September 2, 2023, after a valiant battle with complications from diabetes. Born on November 5, 1962, in Huntington, WV, Ava was a beacon of love, faith, and optimism that shone brightly throughout her 60 years on Earth.
Ava...
Paul David Workman
Sep 1, 2023
Paul David Workman, 75, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on September 1, 2023. Born on August 17, 1948, in Logan, West Virginia, Paul was a retired Lieutenant Commander of the US Navy.
Paul was a fun-loving and friendly individual, known to be a friend to all. He had a passion for watching sporting events and...
Richard Landon Leslie
Aug 30, 2023
Richard Landon Leslie, age 86, passed away on August 30, 2023.
He was born in Martinsferry, PA to Louis and Gertrude Leslie. He worked as a coal miner for many years.
Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.
James E. Strausbaugh
Aug 29, 2023
James Edward Strausbaugh, age 74 of Columbus, Ohio passed away in the presence of family on August 29, 2023, due to complications from leukemia. He was born on April 18, 1949. He grew up in Coshocton, Ohio. James graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. He obtained Ohio Architectural Registration in 1988. During...
Kenneth Dale Schoenfeld
Aug 29, 2023
Kenneth Dale Schoenfeld, age 63, from Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 29th, 2023, following a year-long battle with lung cancer.
Kenneth was born January 27th, 1960 in Pittsburgh PA to parents Dr Clyde and Joan Schoenfeld, who preceeded him in death.
Kenneth received a Bachelors Degree in Psychiatry from...
Henry Sprouse Jr
Aug 28, 2023
Henry
Sprouse Jr, 56 years old, of Columbus, Ohio left us and went to heaven on August 28th 2023. Henry was born in Columbus, Ohio and was the Son of Janice Clark Sprouse and the late Henry Sprouse Sr. He was preceeded in death by his Dad, Henry Sprouse Sr and oldest Son, Henry Sprouse III.
...Lillie Frances Rieser Bagent
Aug 24, 2023
Lillie Frances Rieser Bagent, age 89 of Columbus Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Thursday 8-24-2023 at the Laurels of Worthington following an extended illness with Dementia.
Lillie was born on 7-6-1934 in Springfield, Ohio. Daughter of the late Edward & Lillie Whittington. Preceded in death by the love of her life, James...