Obituaries

Aug 22, 2022

Judy Batchelor, 70, was born on November 9, 1951 to the late Theo Batchelor and Mamie (Lowe) Hansford in Shalimar, Florida.

She passed away on August 22, 2022 at home in Whitehall, Ohio surrounded by her loved ones.

She is preceded in death by her father, Theo Lee Batchelor, and grandson, Keith.

She...

Aug 21, 2022

Richard Clark Jr, age 25, passed away unexpectedly on August 21,2022. Richard was born on August 23, 1996 to Richard Sr. and Tonya Clark.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Tonya M. Clark; sister, Anna Marie Clark; grandmother, Sandra Huff (Granny); grandfather, Daniel Clark (Grandpa Boone); grandparents, Frank and Wanda Bryant; uncle, Kraig Clark; cousin,...

Aug 14, 2022

Garey Robert Brooks, 59, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at his residence. He was born September 28, 1962, in Swickley, PA to Carol J. Brooks and the late Robert L. Brooks.

He is preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Brooks; paternal grandparents, Leonard and Reba Brooks; maternal grandparents, Stanley and...

Aug 13, 2022

Joseph Anantua, 70, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on August 13, 2022. He was born on July 1, 1952 to Pierrecius Anantua and Amancine Leroy in Limbe, Haiti.

He is survived by his cousin Kobel Dubique; cousin, Rose Anantua; and many friends and family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Pierrecius Anantua and...

Aug 12, 2022

Gerald “Chilly” Ray Taber, Columbus, OH was born November 24, 1950 in Selma, California.  He is survived by his wife Toni Kapek-Taber, a daughter Samantha Taber-Plummer (Kenny) of South Bloomfield, OH and a son Johnnie Taber (Susie) of Plain City, OH.  In addition, he is survived by his 5 grandsons and a granddaughter:  Colton Taber, Kenton Plummer, Jonathan Taber,...

Aug 12, 2022

Evangelist Christine McCurdy Riggins was born November 4, 1942, to the late Dorothy Elizabeth (Pringle) McCurdy and the late Ernest J. McCurdy of Middletown, Ohio. Christine went home to be with Jesus on August 12, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. Christine was a very lively and outgoing person. She played piano and did a bit of tap dancing in her...

Aug 1, 2022

Marvin Alonzo Lauderdale, age 63, passed away in Columbus, OH on 8/1/2022. He was born in Columbus, OH on July 02, 1959 to Alonzo and Ethel Mae Lauderdale.

Marvin is preceded in death by his beloved parents Alonzo and Ethel Mae; siblings Bertha, Deleonard (Tiny), Jerimiah (Jerry); nieces and nephews Carol, Renee, Greg, Mark, Belinda, Dorinda, and...

Aug 1, 2022

Franklin Lee Weiner, age 36, unexpectedly passed away in his home on August 1, 2022. Frank was born in Columbus, Ohio, on November 10, 1985.

Frank is preceded in death by his grandmother, Kay Brewer; Uncle, Jeff Kaufman; and nephew, Elija Weaver. Frank is survived by his mother Donna (Dave) Stokes; father Robert (Peggy) Weiner; sisters Bobbie...

Jul 25, 2022

Monty Warren, age 45, passed away on July 25, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on September 9, 1976 to John Davis and Betty Harriston.

Monty leaves to cherish his memory, his father, John R Davis; sister, Donna Estes; brother, John C. Davis; aunt, step-siblings, nieces, nephews, and Roberta Hubbard and family.

He is...

Jul 19, 2022

Jaleyah Lauren Alexander was born on December 6th, 2000 and passed away on July 19th, 2022. She is adored by her father Jef rey, mother LaFreda, sisters Dorinda, Tatiyana & DeAjanay, brother DeVantè, grandmother Mattie, loving husband Daniel and their fur-babies Foxy & Shadow.

Jaleyah grew up in Columbus, OH and graduated from Columbus Downtown High School....

Jul 18, 2022

Timothy D Jones, 57, of Mount Vernon, passed away on July 18, 2022. He was born to Charles and Barbara (Zecher) Jones, of Yellow Springs, OH on March 4, 1965.

Tim was a big believer of family sticking together and never was a stranger for long. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, family, and friends....

Jul 10, 2022

Gene Crapsey, 85, of Groveport, born August 18, 1936, passed July 10, 2022, after a short illness.

Survived by his loving wife, Evie Marie (Bailey); Daughter, Janine Adkins; Step son, Kenny Hall; and grandchildren: Brittany (Jeremy), Jordan (Kyle), Hunter (Zach), Kyle, Joe (Kim), Nick (Amanda) and many great grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his late...

Jul 7, 2022

An amazing woman named Sally Ann Maccebee Eader gained her angel wings at 75 years old on July, 4th 2022 at 1:00pm. She was living at the Scioto Community center on 433 Obetz Road, Columbus Ohio where she has been a resident for 10 years. Sally Maccabee a proud grandmother to Keara Corby, William Garlinger, Barry Climer, Ryan Bell,...

Jul 2, 2022

Steve Diamond, a life-long resident of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2022, at the age of 73.

Steve is survived by his wife Delores (Dee) Diamond; Son, Stephen Diamond; Step-son, Robert Cupp; Sister, Ronda (Danny) Stuller; 6 grandchildren: Brittany, Courtney, Tyler, Tiffany, Tony Diamond, and Sadie Cupp; and 5 great-grandchildren.

Steve was born...

Jun 29, 2022

Clyde Jay Queen, 73, gained his angel wings Wednesday, June 29, 2022 in Delaware, Ohio; born March 23, 1949  in Columbus, Ohio. He battled many health issues over the years, including Myasthenia Gravis and COPD. He always enjoyed fishing, Nascar, and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Naomi Victoria Queen; son,...

Jun 26, 2022

Sheila was born August 13, 1957, and on that night the stars shown so bright, beautiful, and clear her dad saw the stars and knew that was the name for his daughter. She was bright, she was beautiful, and she gave that light and beauty to everyone that knew her, he named her Sheila Star and that is how...

Jun 22, 2022

Victoria Lynn Adams (Vickie McClary) 65 of Columbus, Ohio went to be with the Lord on June 22nd 2022. She was surrounded by loved ones at The James Cancer Hospital after a very short battle with cancer.

She leaves to forever Cherish her memory; her children Richard (Rita) McClary, Lia Graham, and Kelly Harlow; her grandchildren Alaysia,...

Jun 20, 2022

Randy Dennison, 61, of Columbus, OH, passed away Monday, June 20, 2022 at Riverside Hospital.

Preceded in death by his father, Albert D. Dennison and mother, Judith A. William. As well as his brother, Carl A. Dennison.

Randy is survived by his daughters, Lashanda M. Dennison and Felicia K. Dennison; Brothers, Steven E. Dennison, Albert...

Jun 14, 2022

In Loving Memory of Terry Martin Sloat (age 51)

Terry Sloat (aka Buddy Bud), the youngest son of Jerry and Barbara Sloat, was called home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2022. A loving son, brother, domestic partner and friend. He had a warm-loving heart, humorous personality, and was an all-around animal lover. His memories...

Jun 12, 2022

Michael Ramey was born in 1948, died June 12, 2022. He grew up on Center Street in Portsmouth. His father was Dennis Ramey and his mother was Louise Ramey, nee Weinman. He graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1966 and earned his BS from Ohio University in 1970. He majored in education and minored in botany and zoology. Michael...