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.

Burpee William Marshall

Burpee William Marshall

Jan 5, 2021

Burpee William Marshall- 87 During the Korean War Burt served as a navigation radar and sonar operator in the Naval Air Force. He once spotted and followed an enemy submarine for several hours by plane before being relieved by another aircraft. After his service Burt returned home to Niagara Falls where he met the love of his life, Joan...

Leslie Hanson

Leslie Hanson

Jan 4, 2021

Leslie J. Hanson, 96, of Everett, WA, Went to the next plane on 01/04/2021. He passed peacefully in is sleep on Monday afternoon at his daughter’s home in Newark, OH. He was born 12/19/1924 in Philadelphia, PA, and was the son of the late Emma (Stewart) Hanson and Joseph Leslie Hanson. He was also preceded in death by his...

Anthony Thoroughman

Anthony Thoroughman

Jan 4, 2021

Anthony “Tony” Thoroughman, 55, of Garrison passed away January 4, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio after a long battle with cancer.
Tony was born October 17, 1965 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Robert and Geneva Christy Thoroughman Grayson. He is survived by four brothers, Robert (Toni) Thoroughman of Cincinnati, OH, Tim (Kelly) Thoroughman of Garrison,...

Shari Lynne Cales

Shari Lynne Cales

Jan 4, 2021

Shari Lynne Cales, 50, passed away on January 04, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on July 11, 1970 to Donald and Sandra Vanhorn in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Shari or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Audrey June Kerber

Audrey June Kerber

Jan 3, 2021

Audrey June Kerber (Davis) passed away January 3, 2021 in Columbus OH. Audrey was born June 6, 1926 in Johnstown, PA to Edward & Blanche Davis. She earned her R.N. degree from Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia moving to employment with the V.A. Hines Hospital in Chicago where she also served as a U.S. Nurse Cadet. Audrey met the...

Leroy Arthur Quillen

Leroy Arthur Quillen

Jan 3, 2021

Leroy Arthur Quillen, 77, passed away on January 03, 2021 in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on October 29, 1943 to Charley and Minda Quillen in Troy, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Leroy or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Kay Sharron Kuder

Kay Sharron Kuder

Jan 3, 2021

Kay Sharron Kuder, 63, passed away on January 03, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on April 02, 1957 to Joy Lee and Eila Wirick in Waukegan, Illinois. If you would like to share a memory of Kay or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Randy Lee Thacker

Randy Lee Thacker

Jan 3, 2021

Randy Lee Thacker, 57, passed away on January 03, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on November 19, 1963 to Alfred and Clora Thacker. If you would like to share a memory of Randy or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Luther Thomas Anderson

Luther Thomas Anderson

Jan 1, 2021

Luther Thomas Anderson, 77, passed away on January 02, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on November 07, 1943. If you would like to share a memory of Luther or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Dale Roger Martz, Jr.

Dale Roger Martz, Jr.

Dec 31, 2020

Dale Martz, Jr. passed away on December 31, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on January 4, 1949 to Dale and Wanda Martz in Middletown, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Dale or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Richard Edward Bartoto

Richard Edward Bartoto

Dec 31, 2020

Richard Edward Bartoto, 65, passed away on December 31, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on July 08, 1955 to Richard and Shirley Bartoto. If you would like to share a memory of Richard or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

William Lytle Hardy

William Lytle Hardy

Dec 30, 2020

William Lytle Hardy, 85, passed away on December 30, 2020 in New Concord, Ohio. He was born on March 25, 1935 to Clyde and Maggie Hardy If you would like to share a memory of William or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

Zachary Forrest Johnston

Zachary Forrest Johnston

Dec 29, 2020

Zachary Forrest Johnston, age 30, of Springfield, Oh. He was born January 13, 1990 in Adrian, Mi, and was the son of Arthur (Michelle) Johnston of Osseo, Mi. and Cathy (Randy) Horn of Canal Winchester, Oh. He was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Edsel & Lucille Johnston of North Adams, Mi, and grandfather, Merton Wilson of Hudson, Mi....

Stephen Randall Scheel

Stephen Randall Scheel

Dec 29, 2020

Stephen Randall Scheel (Steve), 69, Delaware, Ohio, passed away on December 29, 2020. Steve was born on July 29,1951 in Columbus, Ohio and was the son of the late Charles and Mary Scheel. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Scheel and step-son, Alexis Rivera. He graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School in 1969. He played...

Joyce Lois Belock

Joyce Lois Belock

Dec 28, 2020

Joyce Fanoni Belock 1929-2020 Joyce F Belock, 91, passed away on December 28th in Columbus, Ohio. Our family is appreciative of the physicians, nurses and staff at Glenwood Alzheimer’s Care Center and Capital City Hospice who cared for her. Born in Akron, Ohio, Joyce lived most of her later life in Cincinnati. She graduated from Garfield High School and...

Gregg Ellsworth Hoover

Gregg Ellsworth Hoover

Dec 28, 2020

Gregg Hoover passed away on December 28, 2020 in Bellefontaine, Ohio. He was born on July 23, 1944 to James and Mary Hoover in Columbus, Ohio. If you would like to share a memory of Gregg or offer a message of condolence for his family, please visit his Tribute Wall.

William Frederick Scott

William Frederick Scott

Dec 28, 2020

William Frederick Scott went to be with the Lord on December 28, 2020. He was born January 28, 1931 to the late Albert Scott and Kenova Scott in Louisville, Colorado. He married Pauline Patricia Whiteus on April 21, 1957 in Coshocton, Ohio. Loving father to one Son Bo Scott (Jade), One Son Jerry (that he never got to know...

Elaine Anne Dawes

Elaine Anne Dawes

Dec 27, 2020

Elaine Anne Dawes, 71, passed away on December 27, 2020 in Newark, Ohio. She was born on January 12, 1949 to Edward and Jeanne Harrington. If you would like to share a memory of Elaine or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Rosemary Veronica Redmond

Rosemary Veronica Redmond

Dec 27, 2020

Rosemary Veronica Redmond, 85, passed away on December 27, 2020 in Newark, Ohio. She was born February 25, 1935 to Ernest and Adeline Bever. If you would like to share a memory of Rosemary or offer a message of condolence for her family, please visit her Tribute Wall.

Kennis Spence

Kennis Spence

Dec 27, 2020

Kennis Spence, 86, of South Bloomfield, Ohio, passed away from complications of Covid-19 on December 27, 2020. He was born on September 24, 1934, in East Lynn, West Virginia, and was the son of the late George Spence and Anna Laura Spence (Sellards). He was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Bonnie (Gillispie) Spence, and his...

Subscribe

To Email Notifications

Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. Your email will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You may unsubscribe at any time.

A logo for grief steps with an orange wave on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.