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.
William "Bill" Lee Stachler
Jan 9, 2025
William “Bill” Lee Stachler, age 84, peacefully passed away at the Ohio Veteran's Home in Georgetown, Ohio on Thursday, January 9, 2025, with his devoted wife of 56 years by his side.
He was born to Lee and Evelyn (Hoagland) Stachler on October 16, 1940.
After high school, Bill worked at the Chattanooga Glass Company and Wooster Products but he quickly realized...
Dennis J Reeves
Jan 9, 2025
Dennis J Reeves 68 of Ashland passed away January 9th 2025 peacefully at home with his loved ones by his side.
Dennis was a man of very strong faith. He loved to minister and pray with everyone her met. Dennis did not know a stranger. He loved being outdoors and tinkering in his garage. He loved rebuilding small engines and making...
Patricia Ann Thacker
Jan 7, 2025
Patricia Ann Thacker, 63, passed away peacefully at her home in Bremen, Ohio, on January 7, 2025. She was born on September 22, 1961, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Harold and Geraldine (Oiler) Hiles.
A graduate of Fairfield Union High School, Patricia dedicated much of her life to being a homemaker. She found joy in cooking and was especially known for her...
William Patrick Caito
Jan 7, 2025
William Patrick Caito, 73, passed away on January 7, 2025. He was a proud marine.
Preceding Bill in death were his father Charles E Caito Sr, mother Velma D Caito, brother Charles E Caito Jr, sister Gloria C Jessop, nephew Andrew McGonigle, and niece Michelle Caito.
Bill is survived by his sisters Andrea Caito and Jo Ann Miles, special niece Lorena Caito,...
Jeffrey Mark Six
Jan 6, 2025
Jeffrey Mark Six, 62, of Mount Sterling Ohio passed on Jan. 6th 2025.
He was born in Columbus, Ohio. The son of the late, Joann Mertz and Bennie Jordan. He will be reunited with his parents and late brother James Six in heaven.
He was always found either helping his childhood friends- Damon & Derek- on the farm or helping his friend...
Valerie Lynne Sheik
Jan 6, 2025
Valerie Lynne Sheik (Estabrook-Davis) of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025. Valerie was a beautiful woman who never met a stranger and brought energy and joy to every occasion. She loved friends and family deeply and expressed it at every opportunity, often opening her home to those in need of shelter, love and a feeling of acceptance.
Valerie...
Jalinda "Lynn" Irene Henderson
Jan 4, 2025
Jalinda "Lynn" Irene Henderson, age 63, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Lancaster, Ohio. Born on May 23, 1961, Lynn dedicated her life to caring for others, both as a medical assistant and through her work with REM Ohio, where she assisted individuals with disabilities.
Lynn was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for her warm smile and nurturing...
Gloria Jean Cherry
Jan 2, 2025
Gloria Jean Cherry, age 82, of Coshocton passed away at the Morrison House in Zanesville on January 2, 2025 after a short illness. Lovingly known as Jean, she graduated in 1960 from Salineville High School. She moved to Coshocton to begin a lifelong career at Shaw Barton Company where she worked for 42 years. Jean excelled at many positions throughout...
Ernestine Ott
Jan 2, 2025
Ernestine Ott, age 84 of Circleville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2nd 2025. She was born to Arthur and Minnie Mae Guthrie on August 2nd, 1940 in Bloomingdale Florida.Ernestine and her husband Casper traveled a lot through the years, and lived in many places. She enjoyed gardening, sitting outside to soak up the sunshine. She also loved to sew and crochet....
Wilma Jean Draper
Dec 31, 2024
Though your smile is gone forever and your hand, we cannot touch, we still have many memories of the one we love so much! Your memory is our keepsake with which we will never part. Yahuah has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts!
Wilma Jeanne Draper (Morrow) Born July 3, 1944 to the late Melvin and Edna...
Rose Ann Martin
Dec 31, 2024
Rose Ann (Woodworth) Martin, 90, of Marysville, OH and formerly of Plain City, OH and Fort Myers, FL, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at The Gables of Marysville. Born June 21, 1934 in Irwin, OH, to the late Bertie Inez (Blankenship) and Charles Clarion Woodworth, she was the eldest of five children.
Rose Ann married Vernon Lee Martin on September 8,...
Marilyn Pritt
Dec 29, 2024
Marilyn Pritt, age 69, of Dresden, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on December 29, 2024. Born on September 22, 1955, to the late Donald and Janice Smith of McConnelsville, Ohio, Marilyn lived a life full of love, adventure, and a deep connection to her family.
Marilyn is survived by her loving children, Crystal Pritt, Joseph (Amber) Pritt, and Michael Pritt....
Peggy L Cilles
Dec 24, 2024
Peggy L. Cilles, 73, of Bridgeport passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024 at Roscoe Gardens in Coshocton, Ohio. Peggy was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio to the late Henry H Cilles and Wanda (Fulton) Cilles.
She graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1969 and went on to receive her nursing assistant certification. She was employed by Wheeling Hospital as a...
Deborah Thomas Snode
Dec 19, 2024
Deborah Thomas Snode
September 23, 1968 to December 19, 2024
Deborah Thomas Snode, 56 years of age, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024 after a quiet battle with cancer.
She was born in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1968, to Elizabeth (Halahan) and Joseph Thomas, the youngest of twelve children. She grew up in Belle Valley, Ohio, where she graduated...
William Kenneth Bailey
Dec 19, 2024
William (Bill) Kenneth Bailey, age 63 of Columbus, Ohio passed away December 19, 2024. He was born on January 17, 1961 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of John H. Bailey Jr, and Belvetta (Jordan) Bailey.
Bill graduated from Hicksville High School, class of 1979. He was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving are siblings Deidre (Steve) Oliver of Herriman,...
Margaret Diane Warth
Dec 17, 2024
Margaret Diane Warth, age 82, died at Traditions in Chillicothe, OH on December 17th, 2024 at 12:59 PM. She was born in Washington, DC and married George Warth, age 39 at his death in 1980. Her parents, Lloyd and Martha Huiss, have passed as well.
She has one sister, Jackie Huiss (Nadie) who lives in Columbus and her brother, Jack died...
Veronica May Cisco
Dec 16, 2024
Veronica May Cisco, 64, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024. She was born on September 10, 1960, in Chicago, IL, to Herbert and Mary Gilbert. Veronica was a beloved mother, sister, friend, and GG, known for her kindness, humor, dedication, and that unmistakable Gilbert charm (a.k.a. stubbornness).
Veronica found immense joy in spending time with her grandsons, selling her beloved...
Rachel Louise Johnson
Dec 15, 2024
Rachel L. Johnson, 76, of Columbus, Ohio passed away at her home on Sunday December 15th, 2024.She was born February 3rd, 1948 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Thomas L. And Rachel (Roebuck) Johnson.Surviving are her children: David K. Johnson, Yvette Hogan, Roni (Chuck) Sims and Brian (Gwen) Lewis; siblings: Diana Johnson and Oscar (Minnie) Davis; 13 grandchildren,...
Anita Louise (Hill) Thompson
Dec 15, 2024
Anita Louise (Hill) Thompson, was born on August 24, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois. Anita grew up in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of Linwood John Allen, Sr. and Bessie Lenora Allen of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She quietly passed away on December 15, 2024, at 21:15 in Columbus, Ohio.
Anita met her late husband Robert (Bob) Thompson in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, who passed...
Paul Keith Throgmorton
Dec 14, 2024
Paul Keith Throgmorton, 76, of Delaware, Ohio passed away on December 14th 2024 at his home. He is survived by his wife Susan, they shared 54 years of marriage together.
Born on October 31st, 1948, in Kevil Ballard County, Kentucky, Paul was the son of Albert Edward Throgmorton and Hortense Catherine Futrell. He was preceded in death by his parents and...