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.
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...
Daniel Timothy Reese
Dec 14, 2023
Daniel Timothy Reese, 65, passed away December 14, 2023, at the Ohio State University Hospital, from injuries sustained in a natural gas explosion at his residence at WinBeri Apartments, Marietta, Ohio, on November 14. He was born on September 15, 1958, to Daniel “Tim” and Constance Reese. He was preceded in death by his father and is survived by...
Dawn Pernell
Dec 13, 2023
Dawn Marie Pernell, 45, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 13th after a 3 year battle with lung cancer whilst surrounded by friends and family alike. One nurse noted that there were more people visiting Dawn than she’d ever seen in her career.
Dawn was born on July 27th, 1978 to Kathy Sims &...
Amanda Vacca
Dec 12, 2023
Amanda (Hamilton) Vacca of Baltimore, OH gained her angel wings December 12, 2023. She lost her hard fought battle against breast cancer after being re-diagnosed in October.
She was born in Newark on January 1, 1983 to Anna Hollenback and the late Brian Hamilton.
Amanda was a hairstylist who loved all...
Pat Soderston
Dec 11, 2023
Patricia (Pat) Soderston (nee Berger) 03/30/1938 ~ 12/11/2023 passed away at home on December 11, 2023 after battling cancer for almost a year. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Patricia attended Holy Name High School. After graduating in 1956 Patricia went to work, then married and began raising her three children. Always a caregiver, she went to nursing school when her...
Roger Dale Savage
Dec 9, 2023
Roger Dale Savage, Born 04/02/1951 in – Lawrence County - Louisa, KY
Preceded in death by – Parents – Charles & Virginia (Kinner) Savage, Siblings - Charlie (Joan – still living) Savage, Faye (Sam) Speakman, Logan Savage, Philip Savage, Henry (Judy – still living) Savage, Bill Houser, Nephews – Jesse Houser and Heith...
Melvin A. Harris
Dec 7, 2023
Melvin A. Harris, age 70, passed away on December 7, 2023. He was born on June 7, 1953 in Dayton, OH to the late Melvin Harris Sr. and Columbine (Smith) Harris. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Gayle. Melvin is survived by many siblings, nieces, nephews, other family, and dear friends. Arrangements entrusted to Leaf...
Larry Lee Willard
Dec 7, 2023
Larry Lee Willard, age 75, of Heath, Ohio, husband of Dorthy Willard passed away on December 7, 2023. He was born on November 7, 1948.
Maria Rivera Miranda
Dec 7, 2023
María Rivera Miranda, chilena nacida en la ciudad de La Serena el 25/noviembre /1933, nos acompañó hasta el 7/diciembre 2023 fecha que se encontraba vacacionando en Columbus Ohio. Le sobrevivimos 6 hijos, una gran cantidad de nietos y bisnietos, además de algunos tataranietos.
Nuestra viejita destacó por sus dotes como bailarina de tango y cueca,...
Lola L Edwards
Dec 6, 2023
Lola L Edwards, age 71 of Logan Ohio has passed away on December 6th 2023.
She was born on May 15,1952 in Columbus Ohio and was the daughter of the late Mollie Athey and Ralph Farmer. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, Herbert Edwards.
She was a Loving Mother, Grandmother,...
Barbara Jean Kunkler
Dec 4, 2023
In Memory of Barbara Jean Kunkler
January 16, 1945 - December 4, 2023
Barbara Jean Kunkler, 78, of Logan Ohio passed away suddenly on Monday December 4th 2023 at Fairfield Memorial Hospital in Lancaster, Ohio.
Barb was born on January 16th 1945 in Columbus, Ohio to parents...
Arthur Warchal
Dec 3, 2023
Arthur Warchal, age 88, passed away on December 3, 2023. He was born December 28, 1934 to the late Fran and Catherine (Dudek) Warchal in Cleveland Ohio. Arthur is survived by nieces, nephews, and other dear friends and family. Arrangements entrusted to Leaf Cremation of Ohio.
Leonard Watson
Dec 2, 2023
Leonard Watson, 71, of Newark, Ohio, passed away on December 2, 2023. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jack, and sister, Rebecca.
He is survived by his son Levi (and Rochelle) Watson and his daughter Audrey (and Andrew Smith) Watson. He was the grandfather of two granddaughters, Katrina and Savannah.
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Carl Bitler
Dec 2, 2023
Carl Bitler, 84 of Whitehall, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023. Carl loved Ohio State Football and the Cleveland Browns and was a veteran of the US Navy.
Carl is preceded in death by his parents Melvin and Wilma Bitler and his sister Karen Hansen. He is also preceded by the loving mother...
Corrie Kay Meadows
Nov 30, 2023
Millersport: Corrie Kay Meadows, 45 of Millersport, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023. She was born on September 28, 1978 the daughter of Debra Meadows and the late Ronald Meadows.
She is a 1997 graduate of Millersport High School.
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Stuart W. Wilson Jr.
Nov 29, 2023
Stuart W. Wilson Jr., age 68, passed away on November 29, 2023. He was born on April 5, 1955 in Zanesville, OH to Stuart W. Wilson Sr. and Helen L. (Snode) Wilson. He is survived by daughter, April; and many other dear friends and family.
Julia Marie Sanders
Nov 29, 2023
Julia Marie Sanders, 30, of Westerville Ohio passed away on November 29, 2023 following a brief illness.
Julia was born April 21, 1993 to Barbara and Paul Sanders in Kirkland Washington.She was a spirited child from the day she was born; independent, effervescent, and determined.
Julia graduated from Big Walnut High...




