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.
Robert J Solarek
Jan 14, 2021
Robert J. Solarek, 92, passed away on January 14, 2021 in Lewis Center, Ohio. He was born on December 13, 1928 to Frank and Gertrude Solarek in Toledo, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Robert or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Tera Lynn Pennington
Jan 14, 2021
Tera Lynn Pennington, 48, of Columbus Ohio, passed away on 01/14/2021. She was born March 22, 1972, in Columbus Ohio, and was the oldest child of Deborah Lancaster. Tera was survived by 9 children: Whitney, Joshua, Erica, Casey, Michael, John Jr., Mariah, Jerrod and Zackery. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; her mother: Deborah Lancaster; her sister: Tonya...
Linda Lee Jost
Jan 13, 2021
Linda Jost passed away on January 13, 2021 in Zanesville, Ohio. She was born on October 10, 1956 to Willie and Gertrude Jost in Buffalo, New York. If you would like to share a memory of Linda or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Charles L. Schroeder
Jan 13, 2021
Charles Leo Schroeder, age 70, passed away at his residence on January 13, 2021. He is preceded in death by his dearly loved wife, Jo Lynn Hollard; parents, Leo and Norma Schroeder; sister, Marilyn Schroeder; sister-in-law, Treva Schroeder; and brother-in-law, Howard T. Diltz, III. Charles graduated from Chaminade High School in 1968, and received a Bachelor's Degree from Wright...
Darrell "Chuck" Lewis
Jan 13, 2021
Darrell Charles (Chuck) Lewis, 66 of Buckeye Lake. Passed away Wednesday January 13, 2021. Born June 24th 1954 in Newark, son of the late Edgar and Audry (Peck) Lewis. A graduate of Newark High School class of 1972, he was Employed by Communicolor and RR Donnelly for a total of 32 years in the printing industry. A proud member...
Deborah Winter
Jan 12, 2021
Deborah (Debi) Winter, 69, of Fremont, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 12, 2021. She was born on February 7, 1951 in Lakewood, Ohio to the late Russell and Clara (Hardy) Hamilton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas J. Winter. Debi will most be remembered for her love and commitment to others. Her career was dedicated...
John William Taylor, Jr.
Jan 12, 2021
John William Taylor, Jr., 48, of Columbus, Ohio, died on January 12, 2021 after a long battle with Huntington’s Disease. John was born on January 7, 1973 and was the biological son of Celeste Anne Moon and John William Taylor, Sr.; Mary Benson became John’s step-mother in 1979. John was preceded in death by his dad, John Willam Taylor,...
Kerry Charles Pauley Sr.
Jan 12, 2021
Kerry Charles Pauley, Sr., 74, Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away January 12, 2021. He was born July 1, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA, and was the son of Lee and Kathleen Pauley. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Lee Ann, his father, Lee, grandparents, Charles and Stella Costa, Uncle Eugene Costa and his dear furry friends, Sadie, Gismo,...
David Edward Pascoe
Jan 12, 2021
David Edward Pascoe, 42, passed away on January 12, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on November 25, 1978 to John and Karen Pascoe in Ravenna, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of David or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
David Alexander Bonds, Jr.
Jan 12, 2021
David Alexander Bonds Jr., age 73 of Johnstown, PA passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021. David was born in Fort Benning, Georgia on June 9, 1947 to Pinkie and David Bonds, Sr. He is survived by his children; David A. Bonds, III (Carla), Emmanuel Bonds (Nneka), Nakita Johns (Markus), Step-daughter Keshi Davis and siblings; Sarah Johnson, Ronald Bonds, Sr.,...
Elizabeth "Betzy" Distelhorst
Jan 11, 2021
Elizabeth "Betzy" Distelhorst, 74, passed away on January 11, 2021 in Marysville, Ohio. She was born on August 08, 1946 to Charles and Ellen Hartman in Nashville, Tennessee. If you would like to share a memory of Betzy or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Cameron Colleen Cannon
Jan 11, 2021
Cameron Colleen Cannon, Fifty-four, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on January 11th, 2021 surrounded by family. She was born on February 28th, 1966 in Columbus, Ohio and was the daughter of Beverly Collins and James Strapp. She is survived by her daughter Christian Stayton, son in law Vincent Stayton, her grandson, Ryder Stayton, her sister Nacole Strapp-Carey and her...
Peter Orland Shaw
Jan 10, 2021
Peter Orland Shaw, 80, passed away on January 10, 2021 in Chillicothe, Ohio. He was born on January 14, 1940 in Chillicothe, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Peter or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Virginia Myra Whitehead
Jan 9, 2021
Virginia Myra Whitehead, 67, passed away on January 09, 2021 in Lancaster, Ohio. She was born on April 27, 1953 to Max and Alice Hischke in Toldeo, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Virginia or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Betty Ann Cohee
Jan 8, 2021
Elizabeth “Betty” Cohee was born October,1928 in Versailles, Ohio and baptized at the Holy Family Church in Frenchtown, Ohio. She left us on Friday, January 8, 2021. Betty was predeceased by her loving husband Jack Cohee. He left us way too soon and she was just waiting to be with him again. Theirs was a true love story. Mom...
Nina Adams
Jan 8, 2021
Nina M Adams, 74, resided in Bellefontaine, Ohio. She went to heaven on January 8, 2021 at 12:02 a.m. She was born in Elkhart, IN on Jan. 15, 1947, ,was the daughter of the late William & Leota (Powell) Adams. She was also preceded in death by 4 Brothers:Harry L., Wilbur E., Floyd C., and Norma E., 1 sister:...
Sandra Lee Tonner
Jan 8, 2021
Sandra Lee Tonner, also known as Sandy or Mama, 63, went to her forever home on Friday January 8, 2021 after a battle with COPD at Licking Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family. She was welcomed in heaven by her mother, Martha and son, Manny. She will spend her days in heaven doing what she loved most on earth:...
Randy Lee Goings
Jan 7, 2021
Randy Lee Goings, 55, passed away on January 07, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on January 01, 1966 to Eugene and Elizabeth Goings. If you would like to share a memory of Randy or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
David Floyd Williams
Jan 7, 2021
David Floyd Williams, 71, passed away on January 07, 2021 in Springfield, Ohio. He was born on November 14, 1949 to William and Pricilla Williams in Springfield, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of David or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Briley Ritchason
Jan 7, 2021
Briley K. Ritchason, age 77, of Columbus, passed away on Thursday January 7, 2021. He was born in Carbon Hill, Ohio and graduated from South High School. He was a loving son, brother, father and grandfather. He enjoyed watch OSU football and basketball, Formula One Racing and spending time with his family. Retired from Road Master Schools. He was...