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.
Kamau Yosef Azubuike
Mar 13, 2022
Kamau Yosef Azubuike, 68, of Columbus, OH passed away at his home on Sunday, March 13, 2022. He was born on August 09, 1953 to Isadore Reed and Mary Witherspoon. He is survived by many family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Richard Lewis Ballinger
Mar 13, 2022
Mr. Richard Lewis Ballinger 78, residing at 123 Evans St, Croton, Oh passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022 at home. He served in the Air Force from 1961-1981. He retired from Andrew's Air Force base as Master Sgt where he was a carpenter on Air Force One. Preceded in death by his mother Mary Tereall and his father Dewey...
Martin Wayne Riggs, Jr.
Mar 12, 2022
Martin Wayne Riggs Jr, 68 of Thornville, Ohio passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife and four daughters on March 12, 2022 at 12:30 pm. He was born June 14, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of the late Martin and Pearl Riggs Sr. Martin was survived by his wife of 47 years Susan,...
James F. Manfredi Jr
Mar 10, 2022
James F Manfredi Jr. from Rochester, NY passed away peacefully Thursday, March 10, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. Predeceased by his parents, James F Manfredi Sr. and Jane Manfredi. He is survived by his loving children, Jamie Manfredi (Taryn Stein), Nicole (Mike) DiNoto, and Ashley (Nick) Pagano; sisters, Mary Jane Richmond and Carol Zipp; stepdaughter and guardian angel, Mindy...
Robin Lynn Poston
Mar 8, 2022
Robin Lynn Poston (Williams), 59, of Tipp City, Ohio passed away peacefully at Hospice of Miami County on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 after a long but valiant battle with cancer. She was born May 4th 1962 in Charleston WV and was the daughter of the late Mary Talmadge Dickinson and the late James Franklin Williams. Robin was a 1980...
Shirley Joyce Hallenbeck
Mar 8, 2022
Shirley Joyce Hallenbeck, age 98, passed away on March 8, 2022 at The Good Shepherd in Ashland, Ohio. Shirley was born in Gloversville, New York on April 29, 1923 as the second of three daughters to Elmer (1896 – 1969) and Maude (Groff) Loveday (1900 – 1954). The Loveday family lived in St. Paul, MN for two years in...
Richard Matthew Hughes
Mar 5, 2022
“And you, my father, there on the sad height, Curse, bless me now with your fierce tears, I pray. Do not go gentle into that good night. Rage, rage against the dying of the light,” Welsh poet Dylan Thomas said in his poem “Do Not Go Gentle Good Night” in 1951. Richard (Rick) Matthew Hughes, was born on July...
Louis Johnson
Mar 5, 2022
Louis Scharls Johnson, 73, of Columbus, OH passed away on Saturday, March 05, 2022 at Embassy of Winchester. He was born on April 23, 1948 to Charles Fambro and Johanna Johnson. He is survived by his wife, his children, and many other family members and friends.
Ruby Laverne Feeman
Mar 5, 2022
Ruby LaVerne Feeman, 40, Pleasantville, Ohio. passed away and went to be with her dad in heaven on March 5th 2021. She was born July 1st, 1981 in Columbus, Ohio at St. Ann’s hospital and was the daughter of the Billie Anne Ginther (Goodin) and Jon E. Feeman. She will be greatly missed. She was a loving mother to...
Joyce Ann Rogers
Mar 4, 2022
Joyce Ann Rogers 3/16/1945 - 3/04/2022 76 of Lancaster Ohio passed away peacefully March 04, 2022. She was born in Utica, NY on March 16, 1945 to Jay D Butterworth and Helen G Butterworth. Joyce was married to Perry L Rogers who preceded her in death. They were married on February 4, 1965, committed to each other 57 years....
Shirley Ann Laney
Mar 2, 2022
Shirley Ann Laney went to heaven on March 02, 2022. She was born in Big Prairie, Ohio to Frank Bender and Violet Ammon. She was proceeded in death by her mother Violet Ammon; father Frank Bender; and partners Jim Laney and Gary. Her hobbies were smoking cigarettes, spending time with her niece and nephews, and hanging out with friends....
Curtis D. Hamby
Mar 1, 2022
It is with great sadness we say goodbye to our beloved son, Curtis D. Hamby who passed away on March 1st, 2022 .Curtis was born here in Columbus, Ohio on July 17th, 1984. Curtis leaves behind his father, Charles L. Hamby (stepmom, Amy Hamby); and his mother, Marilyn South-Lambeck. He also leaves behind 4 brothers, Charles Hamby Jr., David...
Christine Dee Brown
Mar 1, 2022
Christine “Chrissy” Dee Brown, 69, of Zanesville, went on to be with the Lord Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Christine was born in Marietta, Ohio on January 18, 1953. She was the daughter of the late Harley Frank and Cora “Maxine” (Keaser) Brown. She considered herself a member of Potters House church in Zanesville and often attended church with her...
Sharon Wardlow Brown
Mar 1, 2022
Sharon Wardlow Brown, 70, of Winchester, OH passed away on Tuesday, March 01, 2022 at Adams County Manor. She was born on July 16, 1951 to Howard and Charlotte Wardlow. She is survived by his daughter Jacinda Brown; grandsons Wyatt Waller and Donavan Brown; sisters Wanda McMillion, Beverly Wardlow, and Victoria Wardlow. She is preceded by her husband Donald...
Nancy Joan Carlton
Feb 28, 2022
Nancy Joan Carlton, 83 years of age, passed during the night on February 28, 2022 in Hebron, Ohio. Nancy was born July 23, 1938 in Columbus, Kansas, one of eight children to Minor and Esther Turner. Nancy’s greatest achievement was the love she held for her three boys, grand and great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed, and the...
Diane Marguerite Whitt
Feb 28, 2022
Diane Marguerite Whitt, 78, of Pickerington, OH passed away at her home on Monday, February 28, 2022. She was born on August 23, 1943 to Herbert and Marguerite Ohime. She is survived by her son Scott, as well as many other family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Margaret Lee Bates
Feb 28, 2022
Margaret Lee Bates, 74, of Lancaster, Ohio went to heaven on February 28, 2022. Margaret was born on Novemebr 13, 1947 in Tennessee and was the daughter of Johnnie and Norma Myers. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Armon Eugene Bates; parents, Johnnie and Norma Myers; and sister, Donna. Margaret was a devoted mother who enjoyed seeing...
Patricia Lee Baker
Feb 27, 2022
Patricia Lee Baker, 83, of Columbus, OH passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the Kobacker House. She was born on November 02, 1938 to Chester and Alberta Miller. She is survived by her sister Kathleen; as well as many other family members and friends.
Chris Dean
Feb 27, 2022
Christopher Scott Dean, 41, of Grove City, OH passed away at his home on Sunday, February 27, 2022. He was born on January 03, 1981 to John Heckman and Penny Dean. He is survived by his parents; as well as many other family members and friends.
Darlene Louise Steece
Feb 26, 2022
Darlene Louise Steece, age 65, graced this earth with her beautiful soul on March 30, 1956. She gained her angel wings on February 26, 2022 after a tough battle with cancer. Dar loved so fiercely and would do anything for anyone. She could cook for an army and wanted everyone to eat more than enough. Her whole world was...