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.
Stephen Albert Queen
May 16, 2023
Stephen Queen 5/30/1965-5/16/2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Albert Queen on May 16, 2023 at SOMC Hospice Center. He was born on May 30, 1965, in Bakersfield, California to Charles "Eddie" Queen Sr and Janet Queen. Stephen lived a life filled with laughter, kindness, and generosity. His family...
Sonda Lee Powers
May 14, 2023
Powers, Sonda Lee, age 81 of Beavercreek, Ohio passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023 at Hospice of Dayton after a courageous battle with cancer. Sonda is preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Teresa Balonier. Sonda is survived by her husband Robert Bruce Powers, children Steven Powers, Christine (Daniel) Bennett, Melinda Esmond, David (Melanie) Powers and grandchildren...
Sha'Tia Buchanan
May 11, 2023
Sha’tia Buchanan, age 30, passed away in Columbus, Ohio on May 11, 2023. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on August 1, 1992 to George Buchanan and Tia Stewart.
She is preceded in death by her Mother, Tia Stewart; and brother, George Buchanan, Jr.
Sha’tia is survived by her father, George...
Sally Marie Lovett
May 11, 2023
Sally Marie Lovett
1948 - 2023
Sally Marie Lovett (née Wilder), late of Obetz, passed away on May 11, 2023 at her residence.
Sally was born on February 22, 1948 in Corban, KY. She was a beloved member of her family and community. Sally was a much beloved member...
Kimberly Jo Metzger
May 7, 2023
Kimberly “Kim” Jo Metzger, passed away suddenly on May 7, 2023, in her hometown of Urbana, Ohio. Born to Wayne and Loretta Metzger on November 11, 1961, Kim was a miracle baby born 3 months prematurely and weighing just one pound and twelve ounces. She was best known for her caretaking of others and love of dogs.
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Linda Faye Foltz
May 5, 2023
Linda Faye Foltz, 71, of Newark, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023, surrounded by loved ones after a long and hard-fought battle with several illnesses.
Linda was born on November 22, 1951, to the late John and Mary (Huffman) Painter of Hanover, Ohio. She is survived by her son, Scott Foltz; son-in-law, Dean Peiffer;...
James Carlos Bell
May 1, 2023
James “Poe” Bell of Portsmouth, Ohio passed away peacefully at the age of 70, on May 1st , surrounded by family.
James was born in 1953, in Portsmouth, OH to the late Robert and Bernice Bell. He was born into a close family of six siblings and loved his nieces and nephews as though they were his...
George Jennings Robinson
Apr 28, 2023
George Jennings Robinson ll
Born June 9, 1955 at Ohio State University Hospital, George passed Friday April 28, 2023 with family by
his side. George was predeceased by Mother, Norma Sharon Crum, Father George Lurett Robinson
and loving Grandparents, George J and Wilma G Robinson, Milton and Mary Opal Ball.
...Frank T. Berry Jr.
Apr 28, 2023
Frank T. Berry Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on April 28, 2023 at Wesley Ridge Assisted Living. After four months of Hospice Care, Frank died peacefully in his sleep. He was 92.
Frank was born on February 27, 1931 in Reading, MA and went on to study at the New York University Stern School...
Melena Brown
Apr 25, 2023
Melena “Mo” Brown (Keechle), 67, of Texas City, TX passed away on April 25 in Columbus, OH. She was born on July 13, 1955 in Waverly, OH and graduated early from Kiser High School in Dayton, OH. She is survived by her three children Alex (Teri) Keechle, Joe (Natalie) Osborne, and Angie (Robert) Meeker; grandchildren, Brian Osborne, Nila Meeker,...
Beverly Jean Higgins
Apr 20, 2023
Beverly Jean Higgins born May 18, 1945 passed away peacefully in her home on April 20, 2023. Preceded in death by her parents Frank and Alice Donaldson, sister Rose Rucker, and son James Upperman. Beverly is survived by her brother Gary Donaldson, three children Rob (Heather) Upperman, Peggy Green, and Angela Higgins, grandchildren Jimmy (Haleigh) Green, Zachary Upperman, Lily...
Richard Joseph Szulewski
Apr 20, 2023
Richard Joseph Szulewski, 58, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away in hospice on April 20, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.
Richard was born on October 28, 1964 in Columbus and graduated from Worthington High School in 1983. He then attended The Ohio State University from 1983-1987, where he studied Pre-Med and received his Bachelor...
Anthony Ray Belt
Apr 19, 2023
Tony was born in Newark, Ohio March 28,1969 to Lorena Belt.
He was a 1987 graduate of Newark High School.
Was preceded in death by grandparents Frank and Mary Belt, Aunts Christina and Diane, cousins Elizabeth an Chistopher. His loyal companion and best friend, his pride and joy his dog Rosco.
He is...
Amber Fall Weant
Apr 19, 2023
On April 19th our families shining light went home to be with Jesus. Her fight with juvenile diabetes is finally over. No more wheelchairs, no more dialysis, no more having to be strong and fight.
Amber was born on September 12, 1986 in Mt Gilead Ohio to Sharyn and John Weant. She was a dedicated...
Gary Lee Defourny
Apr 18, 2023
Gary Lee Defourny 1952 - 2023
Gary Lee Defourny of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2023 at Fairhope Hospice Center with his wife, partner and caretaker Annamarie Defourny at his side.
Gary was born on November 19, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Walnut Ridge High School from 1968 to...
Tom Householder
Apr 15, 2023
On Saturday, April 15, Thomas “Tom” Householder passed away at age 73, surrounded by his family.
Tom was born on November 22, 1949, in Lancaster, Ohio to Cloyd and Corda “Patty” Householder. He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1967 and attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio and soon after, joined the U.S. Navy. Tom...
Rebecca Lynn Baer
Apr 15, 2023
Rebecca Lynn Baer, 47, of Marion, Ohio has sadly passed away from her hard battle of Pancreatic cancer on April 15th of 2023.
Born on August 2nd of 1975 at 10:21pm at Marion General Hospital, she was the daughter of Paulette Sue Gay and Jackie Lee Baer.
Rebecca (aka Becky) is...
Eric Oren Scarbrough
Apr 14, 2023
On April 14, 2023 Eric Oren Scarbrough, 43, passed from this world into the arms of Jesus.
Eric was born on October 26, 1979 in Lorain, Ohio. He completed his early education at Open Door Christian School and later studied at both The Ohio State University and Minnesota State Southeast Technical - Red Wing. Eric’s...
Andrea Kay Hartman
Apr 14, 2023
Andrea Kay (Kovach) Hartman, 68, of Mansfield, was surrounded by her loved ones when she went to heaven on Friday, April 14th, 2023 after an extended illness.
She was born on May 15th, 1954 in Mansfield to the late Andrew George Kovach and Opal Elizabeth (Cline) Kovach, where she has been a lifelong resident. She...
Donnie Norris
Apr 13, 2023
Donnie Norris, age 64, of Carroll, OH passed on 04-13-2023 at Fairfield Medical Center after an extended illness.
He was born 06-16-1958 in Southport, NC and was the son of the late Vance & Emma Norris of Thomasboro, NC.
He was also preceded in death by his twin brother, Ronnie Norris....