Jul 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christy Lee (Crabtree) Evans, who left this world on July 18, 2025. Born on August 26, 1953, to the late Donald and Lela Crabtree, Christy was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her.

Christy was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Karen Crabtree, and her...

Jul 14, 2025

Richard Wilburn Johnson (69) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, July 14, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on February 27, 1956 to Nettie Mae and Winford Guy Johnson. He is survived by his three children—Jessica (Anthony) Weikert, Brooke Bohinc, and Reed (Kara) Johnson; two grandchildren—Beatrice and Ellis Bohinc; two brothers—Lynville (Donna) Johnson and...

Jul 13, 2025

With broken hearts, we share the passing of Gary Bender, 33, of Coshocton, Ohio. A loving husband, devoted father, and cherished son, Gary leaves behind his wife Andrea, and two sons, Lucas and Chase, who were the center of his world.

Gary worked as an Information Security Analyst for Safeguard Properties and found true joy in the outdoors—hunting, fishing, building with...

Jul 7, 2025

Christopher Thomas Cartledge 

Sunrise: November 11, 1964 — Sunset: July 7th, 2025

With profound sorrow and abiding love, we announce the passing of Christopher Thomas Cartledge, who departed this life peacefully in Columbus Ohio, following complications from esophageal cancer on July 7th 2025. He was 60 years old. 

Born in Steubenville, Ohio, on November 11, 1964, Christopher—known to many as Chris—he attended high...

Jul 7, 2025

Crystal Ireene (Moore) Rutter May 28, 1964 – July 7, 2025

Crystal Ireene Rutter, of Laurelville, passed away peacefully on July 7, at the age of 61. In her final chapter she accepted Jesus Christ as her saviour; a step that brings her family peace and comfort.

Crystal’s adventure began on May 28,1964 where she learned responsibility early on and was a...

Jul 6, 2025

Ralph D. Roark, of Richwood Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2025. He was born in Dublin Ohio, to late Vaughn and Ruth Roark. He is survived by his three children and five grandchildren. Harmony Roark (Bailey, Tristan, and Aiden), Nicholas Roark, and Abigail Roark (Ryder and Olivia). Ralph was also survived by his older brother and sister, Sherri and...

Jul 5, 2025

Leslie Lee Clevidence, 80 years old, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on Saturday July 5, 2025 at his residence. He was born on November 10, 1944 in Wooster, Wayne County. Son of Robert and Jennie Belle (Franks) Clevidence. He honorably served in the US Navy, retired from Hydromatic Pump, and was an avid sports enthusiast. Leslie was a loving son,...

Jul 5, 2025

Patricia (Patty) Stoneman passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family.Born on March 22, 1940, Patty was the oldest child of John and Pauline Bandzak. She graduated from Brookfield High School and went on to earn a nursing degree from The Ohio State University.On August 8, 1964, Patty married her husband Richard and the...

Jul 3, 2025

Gavin Speakman left this world on his birthday July 3 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born July 3, 1989, in Columbus, Ohio. Gavin is survived by his loving parents Tim and Karen Speakman and a supportive brother Chad Speakman, grandparents Glenn Graham and Juanita Ward, aunts and uncles Patty (Chad), Tom (Susan), Mike (Rhonda), Becky (Shane),...

Jul 3, 2025

John William Snook Sr. passed peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the Fairhope Pickering House in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born on November 14, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the son of John Arthur and Rose Purcell Snook of McArthur, Ohio.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Diane Gurile Snook, and 6 daughters and 1 son:...

Jul 2, 2025

Jul 1, 2025

Harold L. Gardner, age 65, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was born on November 28, 1959 in Columbus, OH to the late Donald and Betty Jean (Clark) Gardner.

Harold is preceded in death by his parents and several siblings. He is survived by two sisters and many dear friends.

Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.

Jun 30, 2025

Barbara Ann (Barbie) Herman, 76, beloved sister, aunt and friend, died June 30. A lifelong Ohioan, Barbie was born in Youngstown, graduated from Ohio State University with a degree in political science and stayed in Columbus, settling in German Village and nearby areas.

Barbie was preceded in death by her parents Gussie and Bob Herman. She is survived by her sister...

Jun 29, 2025

Mandy Renee Moore, 44, passed away tragically Sunday June 29th, 2025 at Grant Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Mandy was born in Springfield, Ohio on June 18th, 1981 to Charles (Charlie) Moore and Barbara Moore. Mandy will always be remembered for her loving and caring nature as well as her toughness throughout her life. Most importantly she will be remembered...

Jun 28, 2025

Donald R. Farrell, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Columbus on August 23, 1934, Donald spent his entire life in the city he loved, working as an engineer for many years at Varo Engineers.

Beloved by his family and everyone who knew him, Donald will be remembered for his gentle spirit,...

Jun 28, 2025

Betty Sue Scanlon was born January 29, 1945, in Amherstdale, West Virginia to the late William Clifton and Rebecca (Walter Thompson) Stanley. Betty passed away, June 28, 2025, in Circleville, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Teresa Lynn Hurst Bush, siblings: Sylvia (Ronald) Cox, James Clifton, Thomas Clifton and niece, Monica Clifton.

Betty is survived by her loving husband,...

Jun 24, 2025

Terry Camper, of Lakeview, Ohio, passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 61 after a long battle with cancer. He was born on July 2, 1963, to Harold and Lucille Young Camper. Terry is survived by his wife and best friend, Cindy Lowery Camper, whom he married in 2021 and children, Logan Camper and stepdaughter Samantha Cain....

Jun 23, 2025

Debra Gay Meadows (Upton), age 76, of Pleasantville, Ohio, passed June 23, 2025. She was born in Loma Linda, California October 24, 1948, the daughter of the late Richard and Marjorie Upton.

She lived in Yermo, California as well as in Sugar Grove, Ohio where she attended Berne Union School.

Deb worked as a nursing assistant and was a member of the...

Jun 23, 2025

Jun 21, 2025

Otis Townsend II, age 73, of Fairborn, Ohio, passed away on June 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones who will forever cherish his memory. A proud Missourian through and through, he lived his life with grit, humor, and a heart big enough to hold the stories of everyone he met. He was the kind of man who would give you...