Obituaries

Dec 4, 2019

Walter Bryson affectionately known as “Walt” was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 4, 1958 and departed this life on December 4, 2019. He attended Columbus Public Schools. He was a cook at Church’s Chicken for a number of years, a housekeeper for the Bryden House, as well as, a custodian at night at Schmidt’s restaurant and several others. ...

Nov 27, 2019

Phillip Alphonse McPherson III, age 24, of West Jefferson, OH passed away on Wednesday November 27, 2019. He was born on October 15, 1995 in Columbus, OH. Phillip was a 2014 graduate of West Jefferson High school, as well a s Tolles Career Technical Center. He is survived by his mother; Danielle (Shawn Wildman) Butin; dad Bryan Butin; his...

Nov 24, 2019

Peter Don “Pete” Coppola passed away unexpectedly at home on November 24, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio at the age of 71.

Pete is survived by his sister Helen Kuhlwein (Erv) of Hilliard, Ohio and nieces and nephews Jeanne (Matt) Rue, James (Heather) Holland, Joel Holland, Daniel (Veronica) Stegler, Debra (Michael) Falestra, Mary Stegler, Helen (Jeff)...

Nov 21, 2019

Shawn Bradley Smith, age 52, beloved son to Shirley, father to Chris, brother to Shad and Shane, and a proud member of the Smith family and step-son to Jon Rubin.  Shawn was preceded in death by his father, James L. Smith.  Shawn was working at Ohio State and passed at his apartment by Bexley.  Shawn was an Air Force...

Nov 20, 2019

Dennis Gandee 67 of Columbus passed away at OSU Ross Heart hospital on November 20th Proceeded in death by his parents Floyd(Mary)Gandee Survived by his children Bryan(Kristine)Gandee Kristen Gandee Denise(Jon) Gandee  grandchildren Courtney ,Hunter, Hayden, Cameron, Hope No services at this time

Nov 18, 2019

Michael David Goolsby, age 62, of Columbus, passed away Monday, November 18, 2019 at his residence.  A native of Williamson, West Virginia, Michael was born on December 2, 1956 to Malcolm Goolsby and Doris Andrews Lyles.  He worked in sales for Beltone Hearing Aids.

Survivors include his son, Marcus Goolsby; brother, Harold Goolsby; special brother-in-law, Bruce Williams. ...

Nov 18, 2019

Judy Janet Gilmore, 74, passed away at home Monday November 18, 2019.

Born January 3, 1945 to the late Steve and Julia Bright. Proceeded in death by her husband Mark Bickel and her sisters Midge, Beanie and Shan.

Survived by her children Paul (Crystal) Gilmore, Doug (Angie) Gilmore, Kenny (Jackie) Mather, Jeff (Angie) Windle, Nate...

Nov 18, 2019

On November 18, 2019 Johnny Bailey Jr departed this world to be with The Lord from the comfort of his home surrounded by loving family.

He was born on December 3, 1954 in Logan, West Virginia to Estella (Browning) Bailey and Johnnie Bailey, Sr. Throughout his life, Johnny had a great love for the outdoors, he spent...

Nov 12, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our son, brother and uncle, Kyle Foster Christensen. He was 54 years old. Kyle was born December 29, 1964 in Waukesha, Wisconsin. He lived there until 1972 when the family moved to Columbus, Ohio where Kyle spent the remaining years of his education. He graduated from Upper...

Nov 8, 2019

Gregory Lee Cox, age 66, husband of Rebecca Cox, passed away Friday, November 8, 2019 at his residence with his loving family by his side.  Greg was born on August 8, 1953 in Milford, Ohio to the late William and Gertrude Cox.  Greg was a home builder by trade and was a proud U.S. Marine Corps Veteran.  Above all...

Nov 6, 2019

Amanda Lynn Lamer, age 30, of Columbus, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at her residence.  Amanda was born in Columbus on December 9, 1988 to the late Jeffery Lamer and Angela Pack Lamer.  Amanda was loved and admired by all who knew her.  She enjoyed being an aunt and playing softball.  She had a great sense of humor...

Oct 25, 2019

Jeffrey Alan Mosier passed Friday, October 25 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. He was 61. Jeff was born May 12, 1958 in Mansfield Ohio to Ronald and Judy Mosier (Theisen). He was a 1976 graduate of Malabar High School where he played basketball and golf. He was a 1981 graduate of Franklin University where he earned a bachelor degree in...

Oct 21, 2019

Sheila Elaine (Knopp) Keck born May 1st, 1955 passed away peacefully in her home October 21, 2019 at the age 64. Daughter of Andrew and Alma Pauline Knopp. She is survived by her spouse Terry Keck of Columbus, Ohio. Her daughter April Lee (Mullen) Miller of Olyphant, Pennsylvania. 3 grandchildren Kimberly Marie (Mann) Loyd of Gadsden Alabama, Ashley Michelle...

Oct 15, 2019

Charles E. Parker 61 of Mansfield, Ohio died Tuesday October 15, 2019 at OSU Medical Center.  Born August 26, 1958 in Mansfield, Ohio he was the son of James and Dorothy (Caldwell) Parker.

Charles made his home in Columbus, Ohio where he resided for the past 20 years.  Charles enjoyed wood working and hanging with friends.

Oct 6, 2019

Sharon Lee Woods-Hornsby, 74, was called home on Sunday, October 6, 2019.  Sharon was born on January 16, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Richard and Margaret Hall.

Sharon grew up in Columbus, and graduated from Central High School, class of 1963.  She began her career with the Ohio Bureau of Employment-OBES and Union Steward.  Sharon...

Oct 2, 2019

Dorothy Jean Sealock, age 88, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Mount Carmel East Hospital. Dorothy was born in Lancaster, Ohio on January 22, 1931 to Herbert L Walker and Edith M Walker (Azbell).  Dorothy was a homemaker; her greatest joy was caring for her family.

Dorothy is survived by eight children, David (Bonnie) Sealock, Richard...

Oct 1, 2019

GALLIPOLIS- Our Mother Donna Sparks passed away Oct 1, 2019 at Riverside Methodist Hospital after a long fight with multiple diseases. She suffers no more. Donna Sparks was full of love for animals, life, family, friends, and even strangers. Donna played games and took time every day to appreciate the little things. Her family was her pride and joy...

Sep 25, 2019

Willie B. Huff, age 81, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2019 at the Kobacker House Hospice Care Center.  Willie was born in Ogletree, Georgia on June 13, 1938 to the late Joeree Huff and Minnie Lee Johnson Huff.  Willie was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and was a supervisor at a scrap foundry for many years.

Sep 20, 2019

Elsa Victoria Pizarro, age 71, passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at Riverside Hospital with her loving family by her side.  A native of Lima, Peru, Elsa was born November 17, 1947 to the late Pedro & Ofelia Barredo Abad.  Elsa was a homemaker; her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. Elsa was...

Sep 17, 2019

Billy Morrison, 79, Passed away on September 17, 2019 in Columbus, OH.

Billy was born on October 26, 1939  in St. Paul, NC to the late King Morrison and Susanna Johnson.

Billy leaves behind his loving wife Shevelle L. James-Morrison and a host of other family members and friends.

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