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.
Margaret Sherry Banks
May 8, 2021
Margaret Sherry Banks passed away on May 08, 2021 in Mansfield, Ohio. She was born on January 02, 1935 to Robert and Mable Everhart in Mount Sterling, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Margaret or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Sharon Lorraine Russell
May 8, 2021
Sharon Lorraine Russell passed away on May 08, 2021 in Marengo, Ohio. She was born on February 26, 1946 to Harold and Margaret Smith in Huntington, West Virginia. If you would like to share a memory of Sharon or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Matthew Austin Drake
May 8, 2021
Matthew Austin Drake passed away on May 08, 2021 in Grove City, Ohio. He was born on August 15, 1974 to Thomas and Barbara Drake in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Matthew or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Michelle Overstreet
May 7, 2021
Michelle Overstreet ,61, went to heaven, the daughter of the late Roger and Vera Micheli. Michelle graduated from Marion Pleasant High School to go to achieve her Bachelor's Degree in computer science from DeVry University in 1989. Finishing fourth in her class while pregnant with her third child. After DeVry, she accepted her dream job with Limited Brands for...
Jimmie Joe Hammond
May 6, 2021
Jimmie Joe Hammond, 60, of Louisa, Kentucky, passed away unexpectedly, May 6th, 2021. He was born June 24th, 1960 in Louisa, Kentucky and was the son of Nathan Hammond and Agnes Leola Hammond. Jimmie was preceded in death by his father, Nathan Hammond; son, James Nathan Hammond; brother, Ezra Jay Hammond; sister-in-law, Jackie Hammond; and brother-in-law, Frank Henry Neukirchner. ...
James Robert Kauffer
May 6, 2021
James Robert Kauffer passed away on May 06, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on February 21, 1980 to James and Linda Kauffer in London, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of James or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Paul Shough
May 6, 2021
Paul Shough, age 80, passed away May 6, 2021 at Mount Carmel hospital in Grove City, OH. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Vinnie Shough; and brother Robert Shough of Columbus, OH. He will be missed by his wife, Betty Shough; sister, Karen Noe; children and numerous grandchildren. Paul enjoyed auto racing, his time with...
Amparo Ayende Del Valle
May 2, 2021
Amparo Ayende Del Valle passed away on May 02, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on October 29, 1941 to Roberto Ayende and Sara Del Valle in Puerto Rico. If you would like to share a memory of Amparo or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Kenneth Ray Massey, Jr.
May 2, 2021
Kenneth Ray Massey Jr., age 64, passed away on May 2, 2021. He was born in Marion, Ohio to Kenneth Massey and Shirley Massey Stout on May 28, 1956. He graduated from Harding High School in 1974 and studied engineering at OSU. He is survived by his step-father, Charles Stout of Marion, five siblings: Patricia (James) Douce of Marion,...
Ralph William Dittoe, Jr.
Apr 29, 2021
Ralph William Dittoe Jr., age 79, of Lancaster, Ohio, went to be with his wife, Judy Dittoe on Thursday, April 29, 2021. He is survived by his 4 children Samantha Dittoe, Ralph & Amy Dittoe III, Robin Dittoe and Christine & Tony LeFever. 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Judy and his...
Jorge Narvaez-Gomez
Apr 27, 2021
Jorge Narvaez-Gomez passed away on April 27, 2021 in Whitehall, Ohio. He was born on April 21, 1980 to Antonio Narvaez-Mata and Estafana Gomez-Ortega in Mexico. If you would like to share a memory of Jorge or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Leonoardo Torres
Apr 26, 2021
Leonardo Torres passed away on April 26, 2021 in Lancaster, Ohio. He was born on October 10, 1953 to Ulysses and Margarita Torres in Manhattan, New York. If you would like to share a memory of Leonardo or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
James Herbert Baird
Apr 25, 2021
James Herbert Baird, age 73, of Upper Arlington, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 25th, 2021. Jim was born October 25th, 1947 in Los Angeles, California to the late Paul Edgar Baird and Esther Marie Kaiser Baird. He is survived by his loving daughters, Jane (Neal) Koerner and Esther Baird, and grandchildren; William Koerner, Marie Koerner, and...
Richard Lee Cooke
Apr 24, 2021
Richard Lee Cooke passed away on April 24, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on February 08, 1949 to Carlton and Nola Cooke in Delaware,, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Richard or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Yuka Ulrich
Apr 24, 2021
Yuka Ulrich passed away on April 24, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on November 21, 1962 to Mutsuo Sakata and Hatsuko Sugahara in Japan. If you would like to share a memory of Yuka or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Darryl Stephen Williams
Apr 23, 2021
Darryl Stephen Williams passed away on April 23, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on June 17, 1961 to Theodore and Minnie Williams in Youngstown, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Darryl or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Anthony Lawson
Apr 22, 2021
Anthony (Tony) Lawson, 72, passed away Wednesday April 22, 2021. He was born in Columbus, Ohio February 11, 1949 to the late Clarine Lawson and Euel Williams and preceded in death by his brother Steve (Becky) Lawson. He is lovingly survived by his devoted wife Linda Thompson Lawson, his sons Shawn Pryor, Jermain Loney, daughter LaTonja (Rodney) Thompson and...
Betty Joe Stone Bozeman
Apr 22, 2021
Betty Joe Stone Bozeman, 73, of Willard, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 22, 2021. She was born on March 28, 1948 in Walhalla, SC, to the late Maude Holbrooks Stone. Betty was an LPN, earning her associates degree from Tri-County Technical College in Pendleton, SC. She enjoyed yard work and spending time with her family. Betty is survived...
Debra Lee Crompton
Apr 21, 2021
Debra Lee Crompton, 63, of Circleville passed away on April 21, 2021. Debbie loved her children dearly and nurtured their growth through Cub Scouts, craft projects, and school bands. You could hear her cheering at youth baseball games, gymnastics meets and wrestling matches and she was always willing to crochet an afghan for anyone. Debbie was preceded in death...
James G. Biggum
Apr 20, 2021
James G. Biggum passed away on April 20, 2021 in Rushville, Ohio. He was born on February 23, 1940 to James and Laurabell Biggum in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of James or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.




