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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.
Don York
Aug 10, 2025
Don York of Lodi, Ohio passed peacefully on August 10, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born October 30, 1947 in Ft. Walton Florida to the late James and Adeline York. He also predeceased by his sister, Jane York and infant son Don York Jr.
Don is survived by wife, Barbara O'Brien York, daughters, Stephanie (Pete) Emmert, Michelle...
Joyce Ann Burke
Aug 9, 2025
Joyce Ann Burke, 67 of Utica, OH, went to be with the Lord on August 9, 2025.
She was born February 19, 1958, in Newark, OH, and was the daughter of the late Charles Vernon Weaver and Eleanor Shirley Weaver. Joyce is survived by her son Eric (Sarah) Burke, her siblings Charles Weaver, Denise Fogress, and Randy Weaver. As well as...
Mark Rose
Aug 7, 2025
Mark S. Rose, age 70, passed away peacefully in hospice care at his home in Grove City, Ohio, on Thursday, August 7th. He had family beside him as he passed on into eternal life.
Mark was born on March 21st, 1955, in St. Paul Minnesota, to the late Ella Margaret McClean and Gerald Rose. He is preceded in death by his...
William Ashley Insko
Aug 4, 2025
William Ashley Insko, 45, passed away July 13, 2025 in Ross County, Ohio. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky on December 26, 1979. He is preceded in death by his parents, L.A. “Junior” and Norma Insko. He will be deeply missed by family and friends.
James A. Schoenberger
Aug 2, 2025
James A. Schoenberger passed peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s on Saturday, August 2, 2025 in Grove City, Ohio surrounded by loved ones. He was born March 3,1953 and grew up in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. He graduated from Upper Sandusky High School in 1971 and from Ohio State University with a teaching degree in 1975. He moved to the...
Marcine Van Curen
Jul 31, 2025
Marcine (Marcy) Van Curen, age 82 of Lancaster Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 31st 2025. She was born January 19th 1943, to the late Dorothy (Disbennett) Lama. Marcy attended First Church of God for many years.
She is survived by her Daughter Brenda (Clarence) Paugh, Grandchildren Alisha ( Josh ) Van Dyke,...
James E. Heydinger
Jul 28, 2025
James "Jim" E. Heydinger, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on July 28, 2025. Born in Willard, Ohio, on November 17, 1957, Jim lived a life filled with laughter, loyalty, and a love for the simple things that brought people together.
He was a die-hard Cleveland Browns fan and found his greatest peace near Lake Erie—especially on Kelleys Island, his favorite...
Marjorie Ann Mickey
Jul 27, 2025
Marjorie Ann (Jacobs) Mickey ,79, of Canal Winchester, died Sunday, July 27th, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital.
She was born June 2nd, 1946, in Coshocton Ohio to Anna Elizabeth Kreider and Harold Jacobs.
She graduated from Three Rivers High School in Coshocton County before devoting her life to a fulfilling career in accounting. But above all, she cherished her role as an...
Gail "Walt" Hamilton Middy
Jul 25, 2025
Gail “Walt” Hamilton MiddyMarch 8, 1949 – July 25, 2025Gail Hamilton Middy, known to all as Walt, passed away at home, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply, even as they chuckle at the idea that he probably still hasn’t returned their last phone call.Born on March 8, 1949, Walt was raised by his grandparents in Coshocton, Ohio. He...
Tracy Lee Barnhart
Jul 25, 2025
Tracy Lee Barnhart from Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25th, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Vera Barnhart, his daughter, Kristen Miler (Scott), grandchildren, Emma and Josh, his brothers, Steve, Jeff, and Scott, and numerous nieces and nephews. Tracy loved college and NFL football, fishing, and golfing. He was also an avid Lord of the Rings...
John M Holt Jr
Jul 24, 2025
John M. Holt, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, July 24, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born January 1, 1950, to the late Ruth and John M. Holt, Sr. He graduated from St. Mary's High School in Columbus. He was a proud Army veteran during the Vietnam War and member of the Lancaster Post 11 American Legion. He...
Barbara Voss Stauter
2025
Barbara Voss Stauter, age 70, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, devotion, and quiet strength.
Born in Dayton, OH in 1955, Barbara was a proud graduate of St. Helen Parish School 1969, of Carroll High School, Class of 1973 and Sinclair Community College 1975. She worked as a radiologic technician...
Mark Edward Ginther
Jul 22, 2025
Mark Edward Ginther (65) of Port Clinton, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 22, 2025 in Mount Vernon, Ohio at the home of his daughter Devan.
Mark was born in Worthington, Ohio, the third child of Charles and Isabelle (Moroney) Ginther.
As a...
Mary Lee Green
Jul 20, 2025
Mary Lee Green, age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 20, 2025. A lifelong resident of the Baltimore/Thurston area, she was born June 2, 1934, in Thurston, Ohio to Leo and Catherine Weidner. She was a 1952 graduate of Thurston High School where she excelled academically and participated in sports (basketball). She...
Willie Lou Rice
Jul 19, 2025
Willie Lou Rice, age 93, of Marengo, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Lou was known for her ornery wit, caring spirit, and the love of her family. Many will remember her homemade pickles made with the vegetables she grew in her garden, as well as apple butter and sauce, jams, and jellies. When she...
Delana Elizabeth Watson
Jul 19, 2025
Delana Elizabeth (Keaton) Watson went to be with the Lord on July 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 3, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio, she was the cherished daughter of Lloyd and Louella (Ferguson) Keaton.
Delana was a devoted member of Chapel Hill Freewill Baptist Church, where her faith and kindness touched many lives. She was preceded in...
Christy Lee (Crabtree) Evans
Jul 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christy Lee (Crabtree) Evans, who left this world on July 18, 2025. Born on August 26, 1953, to the late Donald and Lela Crabtree, Christy was a beacon of love and warmth to all who knew her.
Christy was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Karen Crabtree, and her...
Richard Wilburn Johnson
Jul 14, 2025
Richard Wilburn Johnson (69) passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, July 14, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on February 27, 1956 to Nettie Mae and Winford Guy Johnson. He is survived by his three children—Jessica (Anthony) Weikert, Brooke Bohinc, and Reed (Kara) Johnson; two grandchildren—Beatrice and Ellis Bohinc; two brothers—Lynville (Donna) Johnson and...
Gary Anthony Bender
Jul 13, 2025
With broken hearts, we share the passing of Gary Bender, 33, of Coshocton, Ohio. A loving husband, devoted father, and cherished son, Gary leaves behind his wife Andrea, and two sons, Lucas and Chase, who were the center of his world.
Gary worked as an Information Security Analyst for Safeguard Properties and found true joy in the outdoors—hunting, fishing, building with...
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