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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.

Joyce L Baldridge

Joyce L Baldridge

Mar 17, 2024

Joyce L. Baldridge, 85, of Columbus went to meet her Lord on Sunday, March17, 2024. She is survived by her only son, Thomas Baldridge, also of Columbus, who cared for her in the years leading to her passing.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband Thomas, whom she married in January 1957, and her...

Paul Douglas Russell

Paul Douglas Russell

Mar 17, 2024

Paul Douglas Russell, 61, formerly of Washington C.H., Ohio passed away in Columbus, Ohio on March 17, 2024.

Paul was born on September 25, 1962 to Alva and Clara Russell (deceased). He was also preceded in death by his brother Denver Russell and sister Janet Hubbell.

Paul was a 1981 graduate...

Karen Sue Buffington

Karen Sue Buffington

Mar 14, 2024

Karen Sue Buffington, a cherished soul known to her loved ones as Karen, passed away on March 14, 2024, at the age of 69, after a courageous battle with a Parkinson-related illness. Born on January 2, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio, she was a beacon of love and generosity throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her....

Robert M. Huff

Robert M. Huff

Mar 13, 2024

It's with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Robert M. Huff, 64, of Lancaster Ohio.

He is preceded in death by his father, Paul L. Huff, of Syracuse, New York.

He is survived by his mother, Patricia A. Nestor, of Lancaster Ohio, siblings, Lynn, Jeanette, Leif, Jr., Deanna,...

Rachel Mary Nicholson

Rachel Mary Nicholson

Mar 12, 2024

Rachel Mary Nicholson passed away at the Morrison House on March 12, at 5 AM. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 16, 1942 and was the daughter of the late Bernard Covert and Mary Hughes Covert. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Melvin Nicholson and son Raymond Matthew Nicholson (Theresa Spence Nicholson). Rachael graduated...

Sherie Lee Conkle

Sherie Lee Conkle

Mar 10, 2024

Sherie Lee (Leonard) Conkle October 29, 1954 - March 10, 2024. Transitioned peacefully with loving family by her side.

Debbie Jean Cerullo

Debbie Jean Cerullo

Mar 9, 2024

Debbie Jean (Adkins) Cerullo 61 of Lancaster Ohio formerly of Ferrellsburg departed this life Saturday March 9th 2024 at Fairfield Medical Center Lancaster. She was born Aug 5th 1962 at Ferrellsburg Wv. The daughter of the late Earnie and Bessie Adkins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Harold (Bud) Adkins. four sisters...

Junie

Junie

Mar 9, 2024

Ronnie “Junie” Dean Trainer, born on October 4, 1946, to Maxine (Pendleton) Hayslett and Everett Clare Trainer, peacefully passed away at home on March 9, 2024, after bravely enduring an extended illness, surrounded by his loved ones.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Linda (James)Trainer, his children Peggy (Jamie) McManis, Michael...

Babette Cook

Babette Cook

Mar 9, 2024

Babette Cook born 7/22/1955 passed away on 03/09/2024.

Babette was survived by her twin sister Beverly Burton and her husband Richard Burton. She was the sweetest person to know in this world, always placing others before herself. She is going to be a great angel for the Lord. Very much missed by all who have...

Paul A. Sites

Paul A. Sites

Mar 8, 2024

Paul A. Sites, age 57, Columbus, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Friday, March 8, 2024, after a brief battle with congestive heart failure. He was a graduate of Brookhaven HS, in Columbus, Ohio. Paul had a great personality and disposition, and was known by many in the Columbus area. He didn’t know a stranger and would go out...

Sarita Joy Munsey

Sarita Joy Munsey

Mar 6, 2024

Sarita Joy Munsey, 34, of Lancaster, Ohio, lost her long fight with rare cancers March 6, 2024, and went home to be with our Lord, at the Fairhope Hospice & Palliative Care’s Pickering House. She was born June 18, 1989, in Rome, Georgia, the daughter of Mikel W. and Lila (Post) Munsey.

She was preceded...

Ed

Ed

Mar 5, 2024

Edward L. Morrisey, known affectionately as Ed to his friends and family, passed away after a long illness on March 5, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on November 28, 1944, in Lima, Ohio, Ed was a man of integrity, warmth, and dedication, leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and generosity.

Ed's early...

Jeffrey Mihocik

Jeffrey Mihocik

Mar 5, 2024

Jeffrey Mihocik, 56, of Columbus, Ohio, sadly passed away on March 5, 2024. He passed peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones.

He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to John Mihocik and Carolyn Kish.

Jeff loved to golf, play trivia, and watch his favorite sports franchise, the team formerly known as the Cleveland Indians, win....

Charles Clifford  Young

Charles Clifford Young

Mar 5, 2024

Charles Clifford “Chuck” Young, 69, of Circleville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on March 5, 2024. He was born April 20, 1954, in Huntington, WV, a son of Charles and Evelyn Young.

He was preceded in death by his wife Pamela Young, his parents and two siblings Pat Young and Debbie Roach. Charles...

John Elsworth Fick

John Elsworth Fick

Mar 4, 2024

John Elsworth Fick, age 67, crossed over to his Heavenly home on March 4, 2024 after a battle with cancer. He passed peacefully with his son and daughter by his side.

John was the son of Donna Fick (Shaw) and Ralph Fick. He grew up in Logan and Nelsonville, Ohio. He married Penny LaFollette, with...

Megan Ruth Pennington

Megan Ruth Pennington

Mar 3, 2024

Megan Ruth Pennington, 31 passed away unexpectedly in her home located in Newark, Ohio.

Megan was proceeded in death by Wendy L. Henderson (Mother), Jim Pennington (Grandfather), Jim Guthrie (Grandfather), Stacy Pennington (Aunt).

She is survived by Lorraine Scott (Grandmother) Karrie and Scott Barnette(Aunt and Uncle/Custodian), Scott Henderson (Stepfather) Whitney Pennington...

Lew L Elliott

Lew L Elliott

Mar 3, 2024

Lew L. Elliott, age 90, of Edgewater Place Assisted Living, Plain City, Ohio, went home to Heaven on March 3, 2024. Formerly of South Charleston, South Vienna, and Springfield, Ohio, where he was born January 18, 1934, the son of Clarence and Ruth Elliott. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Gene (Janice), and his sister...

Carolyn Ann Smith

Carolyn Ann Smith

Mar 3, 2024

Carolyn Ann Smith, 79, of New Straitsville, OH, crossed over to her heavenly home on March 3, 2024.

She was born on January 1, 1945, in Athens, Ohio where she was adopted by Edwin & Erma Wagoner.

She is preceded in death by parents Edwin & Erma Wagoner, Brother Jack Carsey,...

David Clinton Sparks

David Clinton Sparks

Mar 3, 2024

David Clinton Sparks, 66, of Fairborn, Ohio, finished his journey on March 3, 2024.

David was born May 10, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio. He was the youngest son of James B. Sparks and Cora Lucille Sparks. David was preceded in death by Cheryl Sparks (Wife), Edward (Eddie) Benton Lewis (Uncle), Vicki Lynn Lewis (Aunt), James...

Mary  (Krause) Snyder

Mary (Krause) Snyder

Feb 23, 2024

Mary (Krause) Snyder, 88 of Warsaw (Cooperdale), Ohio passed away on Friday February 23, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Her final moments were spent peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Born September 18, 1935, in Cleveland Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Carl William Krause and Margaret Vilma (Molnar) Krause.

On September 26,...

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