Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas
Terri Jennings
May 1, 2025
Terri Jennings, age 65, was born May 3, 1959, and departed from this life unexpectedly on May 1, 2025.
Proceeded in death by parents James Jr. and Ada C. (Cooper) Jennings. Siblings Rudolph Jennings, Daniel Spencer Jennings, Sydatris Whitmire, Vivian Martin, and Colzie C. Croone.Terri attended Columbus Public Schools, graduating from East High School where she was a cheerleader and Central...
Kewhyon Hartwell
Apr 29, 2025
Kewhyon Hartwell, lovingly known as "Butter," was born on June 29, 2005, in Lansing, Michigan. He left us too soon on April 29, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, where he will be remembered fondly for his vibrant spirit and passion for life.
Kewhyon was a multifaceted individual; a jack of all trades with an extraordinary knack for fixing anything that came his...
Meredith Ann Black
Apr 29, 2025
Meredith Ann (Knight) Black, 84, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025 at First Community Village in Columbus, Ohio. Born in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Jim and Dorothy (Lehman) Knight. She served honorably in the U.S. Army as a supply clerk from 1960-62.
She was a medical records clerk at Children's Hospital in Columbus, and later...
David Wayne Brown
Apr 21, 2025
David Wayne Brown, 55 went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 21, 2025. David was born in Welch, W.V. on July 23, 1969. To the late Charles Edwards and Jacqueline Brown.
David was raised in Powhatan WV. Where he attended Northfork High School. He also attended McDowell Co. Vocational School; David was presently at employed at KFC and...
Tami Lynn Barthol
Apr 5, 2025
Tami Lynn Barthol, fondly remembered for her kind spirit and welcoming nature, passed away on April 5, 2025, in London, a city that her life had connected to in various ways. She was born on February 3, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, where her nurturing heart and vibrant personality first flourished.
Throughout her life, Tami displayed a remarkable versatility in her professional...
Scott Bayly
Mar 29, 2025
Scott Bayly 53 passed away on 3/29/25 at Kobacker House. He was loving husband to Tracy Bayly for 32 years and a loving father to Joshua Bayly, Zachary Bayly, Jacob Bayly, Austin Bayly, Mackenzie Bayly, and Kirstann Bayly. He was born in Columbus Ohio. He was a son to John Bayly and Rebecca Bayly-Tanner. He graduated from Groveport Madison High...
Clyde Brock
Mar 22, 2025
Clyde Brock, age 79, of Cardington, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Marion, Ohio, with his family by his side.
One of eight children, Clyde was born on February 16, 1946, in Beverly, KY, to the late Ledford and Viola Brock. A gifted painter, Clyde was a man who could never sit still. He...
Ethelene Workman Hill
Mar 14, 2025
Ethelene Workman Hill, age 74, was welcomed home on March 14, 2025, at home. She was the widow of Kenneth Lloyd Hill, Sr. They married in 1975 and remained that way.
Ethelene was born in Pike County, KY, to her beloved mother, Margie Hensley. She graduated from Northwest High School in Portsmouth, OH. Inspired by her amazing physics teacher, she spent...
Rebecca Aaron
Mar 11, 2025
Becky was 65 at time of death when she passed away in Columbus, Ohio at Doctor’s West Hospital on03/11/2025 at 12:31 AM. She is proceeded in death by her dad Earnest Lawson Lee Sr.
She is survived by her mom Wanda Seeschultz. Her daughters Tammy Cennamo (Robert Joseph) her grandchild Zoe” Cennamo. Her Daughter Debbie (john) Lenhart, Grandchildren Bryce( Savannah) Lenhart,...
Karla Patricia Solis
Mar 9, 2025
There will be a public viewing held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 12pm with a chapel service to begin at 2pm. Burial to follow. Services will be held at Families First cremation and Funeral at Edwards located at 1166 Parsons Ave Columbus, Ohio 43206.
Habrá una visita pública el lunes 17 de marzo de 2025 a las 12 p. m....
Jakob David Singletary-Hall
Mar 6, 2025
Jakob David Hall-Singletary, 19, of Columbus, Ohio, born on May 12, 2005, passed away tragically on March 6, 2025. Jakob was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew him. He was full of joy, always smiling, laughing, and goofing around. His life wasn't always easy, but he never let challenges define him. His strength, resilience, and unwavering...
Albert Marion Crooks Jr
Mar 5, 2025
Albert M. Crooks Jr. Passed away suddenly on Mar. 5 th 2025. He was preceded in death by his Father: Albert Crooks Sr., Sister, Shetiela R Crooks and her Brother: Elwin-Wendell Payne Crooks.
He is Survived by : His Mother: Virginia (Jinny) Galloway, His Daughter: Jessica Sheets, Brothers: Alvin Crooks and Rolando Ray Crooks, His Neice: Rakesheia N. Crooks, His Nephew:...
Ray Frederick Hansgen
Feb 26, 2025
Ray F Hansgen, born April 27th 1944, went home to be with his wife in his home on February 26th 2025 at the age of 80. Born in Columbus Ohio, he was a hard working man who retired from Rite Aide and cared deeply about his family and others. Ray was always willing to extend a helping hand and no...
Billy Lee Clark Sr.
Feb 21, 2025
Billy Lee Clark Sr was called home on February 21,2025. He was the widower of Paula Clark, whom he preceded to be with along side their son Joshua Clark Sr. They shared 20 years together before she was called home. Born in Bluefield, West Virginia, He was the son of his parents. He enjoyed working but most of all he...
Shelby Lynn Klinger
Feb 21, 2025
Shelby Lynn Klinger (23) of Columbus, OH met her Lord and Savior, Jesus on Friday, February 21, 2025 after battling chronic health issues. She was surrounded by those who loved her both in person and virtually.
She was born on December 19, 2001 in Colorado Springs, CO. On August 27, 2007 she with her sister Allison joined their Forever Family with...
Taylor Jade Lawler
Feb 18, 2025
Taylor Jade Lawler, 25, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at home. She was the partner of Travyon Helsel. Born in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of Shawn Lawler and Tenna Brown.
She loved listening to music, going on long drives, hanging out with her loved ones, reading books, and journaling. She loved farm animals, her 2 cats, Sky...
Penny Alfreda Parks
Feb 15, 2025
Penny Alfreda Parks, 58, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born to the late, Howard Parks and Ruth (Baker) Parks on May 20, 1966. She was a 1984 graduate of Marion Franklin High School. Penny worked as a driver most of her life where she was free to...
Joseph Kent Ostrom
Feb 15, 2025
Joseph Kent Ostrom, 44, went to be with the Lord on 2-15-25 at The James.
He was born in Columbus, Ohio on 1-21-81. He was the son of Kenneth and Robin Ostrom. He graduated from Marion-Franklin High School and participated on the football team. He went to Ohio State University for a short period of time. He was self employed as...
Joseph Nathan Reese Jr
Feb 9, 2025
With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Joseph Nathan Reese Jr. Passed on February 9, 2025 at the age of 29 years old in his sleep. He left this world too soon, leaving behind a void that words cannot fill and a love that will forever remain in our hearts.
Joseph was a vibrant soul,...
Brenda Ann Straten
Feb 9, 2025
Brenda ann Straten went home to the lord on Feb 9. Born January 28th 1970 in columbus ohio. Survived by her mother Irene Straten Aunt Mary Block sister Theresa Straten 4 Daughters Melinda (Jeff), Katrina, Iesha, and Monica 8 grand kids preceeded in Death by her father Paul Straten. Brenda worked for Donatos pizza for 20 plus years she loved...
