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.
Carl Catlett
Oct 17, 2023
Carl Catlett, 96, of Galloway, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 17th.
He was born on February, 19th, 1927 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of the late William and Mabel Catlett.
Carl was a WW2 Veteran serving as an Army MP.
He worked 50 plus...
James Todd Hempleman
Oct 9, 2023
James (Jimmy) Todd Hempleman, 51, of Millersport, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 9, 2023. He was born in Newark, Ohio, August 13, 1972 and is the son of James (Jim) T. Hempleman and Susan (Sue) L. Arledge Culp.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Bill Arledge and Dorothy (Lindy) Barnett. His...
Copas
Oct 7, 2023
Brandy Michelle Hamanaka (Copas) 49, of Wellston, OH passed away October 7,2023 at OSU Ross Heart Center in Columbus, OH.
Brandy was born July 26, 1974 in Gallipolis, OH.
Brandy is Preceded in Death by God Daughter Karie Jean Dickens, Her Husband of 16 years James L Waddell and Her Parents John and Doris Copas....
Michael Lee Barnhart Sr
Oct 6, 2023
Michael Lee Barnhart Sr, 58 Dell Ave., Thornville, OH 43076 passed away October 6, 2023 at Laurels of Heath Nursing Home, Heath, Oh 43056.
Michael was born in Columbus, OH on August 14, 1944 to Robert Leroy Barnhart and Grace Ann Flagg.
Michael was a Vietnam Veteran and retired from Walker...
Jacqueline Robinson
Oct 2, 2023
Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Robinson, 74, went to be with her Lord in Heaven on October 2nd, 2023.
Jacqueline was born on July 21st, 1949 in Dayton, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Marion Elizabeth Newsome-Robinson and John Stanley Robinson. She has been reunited with her parents, sister, Joan Robinson, and aunt, Isabel Rice....
David Earl Cochran
Sep 29, 2023
David Earl Cochran, 71, of Mount Vernon, Ohio passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at Highbanks Memory Care Facility in Columbus, Ohio. He was born March 11, 1952 in Mount Vernon, Ohio, and resided most of his life in Martinsburg, Ohio. David was the son of the late Howard Earl and Dorothy Clarebell Cochran.
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Thomas H Klingensmith
Sep 27, 2023
Thomas H. Klingensmith, 89, of Canton, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 27, 2023. Tom was born on July 31, 1934, in Canton, Ohio and was the son of the late Henry M. Klingensmith and Grace E. Klingensmith. Tom was preceded in death by wife, Caroline L. Klingensmith, sister, Deborah K. Hoge, and parents, Henry M. Klingensmith and Grace...
Myrna Victoria Holland
Sep 26, 2023
Myrna Victoria Holland, of Warsaw, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at the age of 85. Born December 13, 1937 in Columbus, OH, Myrna was the daughter of the late Howard and Hazel Downey. Also preceded in death by husband, Bill Holland; brothers, Dave (Kate) Downey, Kenny (Eileen) Downey, Howard Downey, Billy (Fran) Downey; grandson, Jared Daniels;...
Connie L Shaffer
Sep 25, 2023
Connie Lee Shaffer, 70, passed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, September 25, 2023. Connie was born in Circleville on June 18, 1953 to William Martin Shaffer and Roberta Jean (Kramer) Shaffer. Connie graduated from Logan Elm High School, Class of 1971. She is survived by her daughter, Bridget Neff of Ashville. Gravesite services will be held Saturday,...
Dezso "David" Apathy Jr.
Sep 23, 2023
Dezso Apathy Jr., “David”, born October 27, 1951 in Szeged, Hungary, died September 23, 2023 peacefully, at home in Grandview Heights, Ohio, just a few weeks prior to his 72nd birthday. Came to America as a child with his parents Dezso and Janka, and younger brother Jenci, escaping after the Hungarian Revolution to a refugee camp in Yugoslavia and...
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...