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.
John Sprentz
Feb 13, 2022
John Charles Sprentz, 55, of Logan, OH passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022 at Fairfield Medical Center. He was born on July 28, 1966 to John and Anna Sprentz. He is survived by his sister Earlene; as well as many other family and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Norman Feller
Feb 13, 2022
Norman Jacob Feller, 24, of Palm Springs, FL passed away in Columbus on Sunday, February 13, 2022. He was born on November 13, 1997 to Jerod Feller and Rhea Engstrom. He is survived by many family members and friends and will be greatly missed. No services will be taking place at this time.
Bessie Geneva Simmons
Feb 12, 2022
Bessie Geneva Simmons (nèe Johnson) went home to be with the Lord. She was born in Springfield Township, OH July 22, 1945 to Monroe Johnson and Anna Dobson. Her birth father died when she was very young and she was raised by her mother and her stepfather Lloyd Smith. His nickname for her was "Nutmeg" and they were extremely...
Doris Evelyn Queen
Feb 10, 2022
Doris E. Queen (Simoneau), 90, passed away peacefully at her residence, in Gahanna, Ohio, on Thursday, February 10, 2022, with her son, Jason by her side. She was born February 1, 1932, in Marlborough, MA the daughter of the late Ernest and Lumina (Peron) Simoneau. Doris was a longtime employee of the Defense Supply Center Columbus at the 19th...
Dale A Donovan
Feb 9, 2022
Dale Andrew Donovan of Westerville, Ohio passed away on February 9, 2022. He was born on March 4, 1944 in Dayton, Ohio and was the son of the late Bernard Donovan and Dorothy Harshman. He was preceded in death by his step father, Moe Harshman and siblings Leroy Donovan (Margene), Richard Donovan (Mary), Dorothy Heller Simison (Richard and Harold),...
Robert Herbert
Feb 8, 2022
Robert James Herbert (73) of Thornville Ohio peacefully joined his family members that fell before him in heaven on 02/08/2022. Robert was born 0n 04/27/1948 in San Diego, California. He was the Son of the late Maurice and Audrey Herbert, and preceded in death by his sister Patricia Raynor, Wife Delilah Herbert, Sons Troy, Casey & wife (Jess), Travis...
Nancy Janet Mckelvey
Feb 7, 2022
Nancy Janet McKelvey, 72, of Columbus, OH passed away on Monday, February 07, 2022 at Mount Carmel East. She was born on June 17, 1949. She is survived by her son Cullen, daughter-in-law Kendra; as well as many other family and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Hank
Feb 7, 2022
Frank (Hank) William Lemay, age 55, of Newark Ohio passed away February 7th, 2022 at Licking Memorial Hospital. He was born December 29th, 1966 in Columbus Ohio to Joyce Cooperider. Frank spent his time outdoors where he enjoyed camping and fishing. He was known for his great sense of humor and his ability to put a smile on anyone’s...
Brenda Cooke Garcia
Feb 7, 2022
Brenda Cooke Garcia, 68, North Augusta, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest surrounded by loved ones on February 07, 2022. She was the eldest daughter of the late Walter and Erma Cooke, formerly of Blythe, Georgia, born July 19, 1953 in Millville, New Jersey. Brenda was a graduate of Hephzibah High School Class of 1971. She received her Licensed...
Desiree Ousley
Feb 7, 2022
Desiree Renee Ousley, 32, of Columbus, OH passed away on Monday, February 07, 2022. She was born on August 07, 1989 to Michael Ousley and Angelia Diehl. She is survived by many family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Teri Lynn Dallmayer-Bennett
Feb 6, 2022
Teri Lynn Dallmayer-Bennett, 58, of Ashville, OH passed away at her home on Sunday, February 06, 2022. She was born on March 20, 1963 to Patricia Fox. She is survived by her husband, her children, and many other family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Christopher Andrew Gable
Feb 6, 2022
Christopher Andrew Gable 01/05/71 – 02/06/22 Christopher Andrew Gable passed away peacefully on February 6, 2022, in Dayton, OH, after a long struggle with Substance Use Disorder. He was born in Wichita, KS to Phil and Cindy (Maysellis) Gable, both of Lancaster County, PA. Chris’s father, Phil, did voluntary service in Kansas through the Mennonite Central Committee, instead of...
Betty Rhodes
Feb 6, 2022
Betty Rhodes, 67, of Newark, Ohio went to heaven on 2-6-2022 she was born in Newark,Ohio and was the daughter of the late Frances jakeway she was also preceded in death by her mother Frances Jakeway and her grandson Christopher Rhodes (baby boy) She loved to play games, watch movies, made jewelry for her grandchildren and she crocheted. She...
Gail Bryant
Feb 5, 2022
Gail Bryant (Vonville) lived her life dedicated to her husband Doug, her children, and grandchildren. Gail was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. The oldest of five, Gail selflessly spent most of her life caring for friends and family. She was the proud Mother to six children: Chad, Andy (Rhonda), Jen (Mike), Sara (Scott), Joe and Adam (Lea)....
Clifford Charles Cross
Feb 4, 2022
Clifford Charles Cross, 55, of Columbus, OH passed away on February 4, 2022 at his residence. He was born on April 23, 1966 to Clifford Foose and Eliza Cross. He is survived by his loving children, as well as many other family and friends. Clifford's Homegoing service will be held on Friday, February 11th, 2022 from 2pm-6pm at 1051...
Mary Ellen Wynnyk
Feb 3, 2022
Mary Ellen (Murphy) Wynnyk, 89, of Galloway, OH passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022 at The Laurels of West Columbus. Born June 24, 1932 in Binghamton, NY to Timothy and Mary Elizabeth (Norris) Murphy, Mary Ellen’s life is an example of a life well lived; full of friends, family, laughter, faith and devotion. Graduating from Binghamton North...
John Tomb
Feb 3, 2022
Tomb, John Moore, age 77, of Troy, Ohio passed away on February 3, 2022. He was born in 1944 in Dayton, Ohio and was the son of the late Benjamin Aubrey Tomb, Sr. and Edith Rose Moore Tomb and was lovingly raised by the extended Moore family and the late James and Pauline Salm Bachman of Ulysses, PA., He...
Martha Peeples
Feb 3, 2022
Martha Jean Peeples, 78, of Pickerington, OH passed away on Thursday, February 03, 2022. She was born on February 22, 1943 to Alexander and Mable McNutt. She is survived by her husband Ronald; her son Ronald Jr; as well as many other family members and friends. No services will be taking place at this time.
Dezra Renee Lang
Feb 2, 2022
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Dezra Renee Lang, just 23 years old, on February 2, 2022. Her family was her soul focus. She was married to her best friend and soul mate Dereck. She was an amazing, caring, and compassionate stay-at-home Mommy that loved and adored her Lyla Bell with all...
Timothy Brewer
Feb 2, 2022
Timothy Allen Brewer, 72, of Marion, OH passed away on Wednesday, February 02, 2022 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. He was born on October 11, 1949 to Allen and Mildred Brewer. He is survived by his wife Rebeca; children Jason, Eduardo, Joel, and Tabatha; as well as many other family and friends. No services will be taking place at...