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.
Clarence E. Thomas Jr
Jan 18, 2024
Clarence E. Thomas Jr. 76, "the devoted father and husband, tough as nails, larger than life spirit, candy lover, adventurer, outdoorsman, and BBQ sauce master passed away on January 18, 2024. He was born on August 14, 1947, to the late Katherine Tisdale and Clarence Thomas. He was the youngest of four siblings: Electa Johnson, Charlie-Mae Kee and Carl...
Jackie Sloat
Jan 18, 2024
Jacqueline Antoinette Sloat, also known as Jackie, passed away on January 18, 2024, at the age of 53 in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born on September 4, 1970, in Farmville, Virginia. Jackie was a very loving person with a good spirit, always there for anyone who needed her. She cherished her family above all else and was known for...
Mickey
Jan 16, 2024
Jonnita Hazelwood, aka Mickey, joined our family on November 29, 1964. She was called home on January 16, 2024.
She was preceded by her mother, Thelma H Young, stepfather, Richard Young and her father, John W Whitfield. Also her husband, Alan Johnson and brothers William Shunk and Shawn K Cleveland.
She...
Ruthie L Senften
Jan 14, 2024
Ruthie L, Senften, 84, of Lancaster OH, passed away peacefully, on hospice, surrounded by loved ones in her home, on January 14th 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents and sons, Ray and Chad Senften. She is survived by her children Cherokee Russo, Cheyenne, Frederick, and Keith Senften along with their spouses, multiple...
Vivian Burns
Jan 9, 2024
Vivian (Charles) Burns, 58, of Orient Ohio, left her earthbound body for her heavenly home, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at home.
Born September 19, 1965, in Williamson West Virginia, she was the daughter of Earmel & Georgiann (Fultz) Charles.
Vivian, aka “Boo,” as we all knew and loved her, was...
James Edwin Athens Jr
Jan 8, 2024
James Edwin Athens Jr. Obituary
December 14, 1969 – January 8, 2024
Military Memorial Service: Saturday, February 17, 2024, 11:00 AM
Master Sargent James “Jim” Athens USAF (Ret.), loving husband, father, son, and brother, was called home to be with our Lord on Monday, January 8, 2024, in Columbus,...
Linda Louise (Bishop) Cox
Jan 8, 2024
Linda Louise (Bishop) Cox, 72, of St Marys, WV passed on to her next adventure with the Lord on January 8, 2024. She was in the company of her daughter and daughter-in-law and went peacefully.
Lindy Lou was born March 15, 1951 in Buena Park, CA and was the youngest daughter of the late Eugene...

Janet Coulter Dyke
Jan 6, 2024
We are sad to announce the passing of Janet Coulter Dyke of Circleville, Ohio. She passed away at age 84 on 01/06/2024. Leaf Cremation will be providing services for the family.
Erma D Davis
Jan 4, 2024
Erma Dynel Davis (Dynel Ingram) 68 of Lancaster, Ohio went to heaven on Thursday, January 4th, 2024. She was born Nov 22nd 1955 in Columbus, Ohio and was the daughter of Patricia & William Ingram. She leaves to love her memories, her sons; Shawn Hysell, Keith Hysell, Joshua Brooks, Grand-children; Kain Hysell & Kali Hysell.
She now...
Dianna L Wilson
Jan 1, 2024
Dianna L. Wilson, 61, of Sidney passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at St. Rita's Medical Center.
She was born on October 22, 1962, in Sidney, Ohio, the daughter of the late Murvin and Reba (King) Wilson.
Dianna is survived by two children, Jason Pohlschneider and Nichole Hecht; 4 grandchildren, Ethan and Zoey Pohlschneider; Hagen...
Akashia Alexandria Belikova
Dec 31, 2023
Akashia Alexandria Belikova, age 22, passed away on December 31, 2023. She was born on July 11, 2001 in Dayton, Ohio. She is survived by her mother, sisters, and many other dear friends and family.
Leaf Cremation of Ohio has been entrusted with her arrangements.
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...