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.
Edward Clifford Stewart
Aug 11, 2020
Retired Chief Edward Clifford Stewart passed peacefully at Genesis Hospital on August 11, 2020 in Zanesville, Ohio at the age of 68. Born on January 7th, 1952 in Zanesville, Ohio to Clifford and Sarah (Weigand) Stewart, he graduated from John Glenn High School in 1970 and continued his education at Muskingum Area Technical College in 1973 with an associate...
Harold Steven Lightle
Aug 10, 2020
Harold (Steve) Lightle, 56, passed away on August 10, 2020 in Chillicothe, OH. He was born on November 1, 1963 to the late James Lightle and Betty Viar. Steve will be greatly missed by his loving sisters and family. If you would like to share a memory of Steve or leave a message of condolence for the family, please...
Michael Todd Conkey
Aug 9, 2020
Michael Todd Conkey, 47, of Columbus, Ohio, went to see God on August 9, 2020. He was born on December 20, 1972 in Columbus, Ohio. He is the son of the late Thomas and Carol Lynn Conkey. He was preceded in death by grandparents William and Lua Mae Conkey, as well as by grandparents Loren and Roxie Marie Glassburn....
Gregory Eugene Goines
Aug 8, 2020
Gregory Goines, 67, passed way on August 8, 2020 in Zanesville, OH. He was born on January 10, 1953 in Zanesville to John and Gertrude Goines. He is survived by his loving daughter, Bridget; along with several other family members and friends. If you would like to offer a message of condolence for the family or share a memory...
Marilyn Jean Katz
Aug 5, 2020
Marilyn J. Katz, 82, passed away on August 5, 2020 in Bellville, OH. She was born on May 4, 1938 in Bowling Green, OH. If you would like to share a memory of Marilyn or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit her Tribute Wall.
Gordon James Bucklew
Aug 4, 2020
Gordon James Bucklew, 64, passed away in Columbus, OH on September 4, 2020. He was born on February 5, 1956 in Columbus, OH to Jim Bucklew and Nellie Gephart. If you would like to offer a message of condolence for the family or share a memory of Gordon, please visit his Tribute Wall.
James Samuel Huffman
Aug 3, 2020
James S. Huffman, 77, passed away on August 3, 2020 in Canal Winchester. He was born on November 30, 1942 in Upland, CA to Schuler Huffman and Mae Worrl. If you would like to share a memory of James or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Ronald Raymond Jackson
Aug 3, 2020
Ronald Raymond Jackson, 75, of Wheelersburg, Ohio went to be with Our Heavenly Father on August 3, 2020. He passed away at Concord Nursing Home he was born on March 7, 1945 to the late Earl E. Jackson and Cora L. Slack-Jackson, both of Oak Hill, Ohio. He was also preceded in death by sister Thelma L. Dickens of...
Stephen Lee Mays
Jul 27, 2020
Stephen Lee Mays, 57, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27. He was raised in Cabin Creek, West Virginia and studied engineering at the West Virginia University Institute of Technology. He loved music, especially the Foo Fighters, libraries, and long walks. He leaves behind his children; Mackenzie, Blake and Rock Mays; his fiancé, Dee Gates; and...
Arbie Steele
Jul 27, 2020
In loving memory of Arbie Steele, 79. Arbie lost his battle to cancer on July 27th, 2020. Arbie is survived by his wife Deborah Sansom, his daughters, Cindy Roberts and Betty (Dave) Stickler; grandkids, John Roberts, Misty (Jason) Stefani, David Arbie (Autumn) Stickler, and Anthony Stickler; great-grandchildren, Antonio, Marco, and Giovanni Stefani. Other family members include Cassy (Kenny) Lawson,...
Dwight Dustin Austin
Jul 27, 2020
Dwight (Dustin) Austin, 35, passed away on July 27, 2020 in Newark, OH. He was born on Decmber 23, 1984 in Coshocton, OH to Dwight and Janet Austin. Dustin was the pride and joy of Dwight and Janet and will be deeply missed. If you would like to share a memory of Dustin or leave a message of condolence...
Brian Fredrick Wroczynski
Jul 25, 2020
Brian F. Wroczynski, 67, passed away on July 25, 2020 in Chillicothe, OH. He was born on April 1, 1953 in Glens Falls, NY to Adolf Wroczynski and Lenore Mellen. If you would like to share a memory of Brian or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Garrison Tarr
Jul 25, 2020
Garrison W. Tarr, 79, passed away on July 25, 2020 in Lancaster, OH. He was born on June 11, 1941 in Wheeling, WV to Brady and Beatrice (Knight) Tarr. If you would like to share a memory of Garrison or offer a message of condolence for the family please visit his Tribute Wall.
Gloria Jean Hitt
Jul 25, 2020
Gloria J. Hitt, 74, passed way on July 25, 2020 in Columbus, OH. She was born on November 14, 1945 in Vanceburg, KY to James and Shirley Clark. She will be missed by her family and friends. If you would like to offer a message of condolence for the family or share a memory of Gloria, please visit her...
David Dearth
Jul 25, 2020
David Merle Dearth, 75, passed away on July 25, 2020 in Chillicothe, OH. He was born on August 28, 1944 in Chillicothe, OH to David and Martha (Smith) Dearth. If you would like to share a memory of David or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit his Tribute Wall.
Donald Morris
Jul 19, 2020
Donald was born January 1, 1960 in Steubenville, OH to Donald Morris and Nora House. Donald will be missed and remembered by his wife Christa. If you would like to share a message of memory or offer condolences to the family please visit Donald's Tribute Store.
Randal Winchester
Jul 19, 2020
Randal was born December 13, 1961 in Portsmouth, VA to James Winchester and Sherma Pelfrey. Randal will be missed and remembered by his parents, James and Sherma. If you would like to share a message of memory or offer condolences to the family please visit Randal's Tribute Store .
Margaret Ann Vandeusen
Jul 18, 2020
Margaret Ann (Peg) Van Deusen, 73, of Lexington, Ohio went to be with the Lord on July 18, 2020. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on December 19, 1946 and was the daughter of the late Carl Haar and Margaret (Sullivan) Haar. She was a graduate of Fremont Ross High School in Fremont, Ohio where she lived most of...
Steven Bruce Woten
Jul 17, 2020
Steven B. Woten 70 of Kenton, Ohio went to heaven on 7 - 17 - 2020. He was born in Lima, Ohio and was the son of the late Thomas and Doris (Morlock) Woten. He was also preceded in death by his sister Sharon (Woten) Iiames. He enjoyed going to Indian lake fishing with his family as well as...
Peggy Jean Mitchell
Jul 16, 2020
Peggy Jean Mitchell, 84. Of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at home. She was born on June 28, 1936 in La Follette, TN. She was the daughter of the late Arnold and Verna Young and sister to Arnold young Jr (deceased) and his wife Flora Young (deceased). Peggy was proceeded in death by her husband,...