Obituaries

Oct 3, 2020

Fred Wallace Whisman, age 67, passed away at home surrounded by family on October 3, 2020. Fred was born to the late James and Dorothy (Smith) Whisman on March 10, 1953. Fred was a high school graduate who worked as a Truck Driver, and had many stories to tell from the road. Fred enjoyed the hobbies of 4-wheeling, hunting,...

Oct 2, 2020

John Lewis Kelly, 68, passed away Friday October 2, 2020 at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio

He was born on Thursday February 21, 1952 in Kenton, Ohio to Lloyd Edwin Kelly and Leora Smith Kelly.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Lloyd Joseph Kelly; and three brothers...

Sep 30, 2020

Debbie Ann Long passed away on September 30, 2020. She was born in Mason, West Virginia on July 3, 1958. She is survived by her parents, Elbert Lee Keesee and Maxine Clonch; Son, Gary Long (Shawn Long); Daughter, Michelle Gillilan (Charles Gillilan); Brother, Kenny Keesee; Sisters, Sue Graham and Carol Hall and 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She is...

Sep 24, 2020

George M. Hatfield, Passed on September 24, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio.

He was born on December 27, 1954 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Elmer and Margret “Addington” Hatfield.

George is survived by his wife Deloris J. Hatfield, Sons Patrick Bock and Johnny Bock; Brother Charles Hatfield; Sister Joyce Fletcher; Grandchildren...

Sep 20, 2020

Joe Broomfield Jr. was born March 1, 1964 to Joe       Broomfield Sr. and JoAnn Broomfield. He departed his life on September 20, 2020 at Grant Medical Center.

Joe was a preceded in death by mother, JoAnn Broomfield, siblings; Lamont Broomfield, Kevin Fambro and Carla Broomfield (sister-in-law), nephews Ke’Sean Broomfield, Marshad Jackson.

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Sep 18, 2020

Lillian Marie Richardson, 70, passed away on September 18, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio.

Lillian was born on April 16, 1950 to Samuel George and Edra Mae (Anderson) Stiles in Columbus, Ohio.

She is survived by Daughter Angela (Dustin), Robin (Mike) and Bobbi (Shawn); Sons Joe and Zach; Grandchildren Madi, Dani, Shyla, Erin, Miranda, Cobe, Zoey,...

Sep 16, 2020

Max Crawford, 82 passed away on September 16, 2020 in Orient, OH.

Max was born on May 1st, 1938 to the late Forrest Crawford and Ruby Crawford In Vinton, OH.

Max married Wanda Jenkins at Commercial Point Methodist Church on May 29th, 1959.

He is survived by...

Sep 12, 2020

Ronald E. Wilkey, 83, passed away on September 12, 2020 in Columbus, OH

Ronald E Wilkey Sr was born in Columbus, Ohio to Robert Lee Wilkey and Hattie Peake. Mr Wilkey was a former employee of Dungarvin. He graduated from South High School and attended The Ohio State University. He is preceeded in death by his parents...

Sep 3, 2020

Eugene E. Blackstone, age 60, of Columbus passed away surrounded by family on September 3, 2020. Eugene was born in Columbus to the late Eugene Sowards and Shirley (Frame) Blackstone. He is survived by his wife Janet (Ison) Blackstone, his children Brooke (Andy) Vest, and Brandon; his brother, and several nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are being entrusted...

Sep 3, 2020

Shirley Judson, 75. Passed peacefully Sept. 3, 2020 at Hospice of Dayton.

Shirley was born in Steubenville, Ohio on October 21, 1944. One of her greatest achievements was being awarded the first John Phillip Sousa Award in music at Jefferson Union High School. Later in life, Shirley obtained her degree from Riverside Community College. She...

Sep 3, 2020

David Clark Cornute Sr., 72, passed away on Thursday September 3, 2020 in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.

David was born on Friday September 5, 1947 to the late Augustus David and Betty (Martin) Cornute in Columbus, Ohio.

David proudly served 3 tours in the United States Army.

He is survived by  a host of family...

Aug 31, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Wesley Allen Bates, 41, announce his unexpected passing. Wesley was born May 9th, 1979 In Columbus, Ohio. Son of Rickie and Karen Bates. Wesley is survived by mother Karen Bates, sisters Heather (Bob) Arthur, Ashley Bates, brother Shaun Bates, children Makiah and Trey Russell, Izaiah Bates and mother of children...

Aug 26, 2020

Sue Scott, 74, of Waverly passed away on August 26, 2020. She was born on December 29, 1945 in Waverly, Ohio to the late Herman M Ward and Dorothy Griffith Ward.

Sue is survived by her son Brent (Diana) Parker, daughter Nancy Parker, grandsons Caleb and Josh Parker, sisters Virginia Heavenridge, Nancy (Gary) Beekman and Auda (Larry)...

Aug 24, 2020

Rickie Bates, 62, passed away on August 24, 2020. He was born on May 1st, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Robert and Betty Bates.

Rickie is survived by wife Karen Bates, sister Vickie Johns, brother Buddy Bates, daughters Heather (bob) Arthur, Ashley Bates, sons Wesley and Shaun Bates, grandchildren Courtney (Dallas) Arthur, Preston (shawna) Arthur,...

Aug 21, 2020

JIMMIE ALAN DAVIS SR., 83 of Gahanna Ohio passed away Friday 21 August 2020 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus Ohio. Jimmie was born November 15, 1936 in Columbus Ohio. He graduated from Columbus West High school June 1954. Jimmie was married to Maddline workman January 26, 1963. Jimmie and Maddline were married for 57 years. He had...

Aug 18, 2020

Mary Ruth was born on June 27, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Margaret Marie and Russell Ray (Red) Wiggins. She is also preceded in death by her son William T. Harding, ex-husband William O Harding, sister Audrey Hickle, and other brothers and sisters. She is survived by nieces Lisa Hickle and Darlene Rubeck along with other nieces...

Aug 17, 2020

Roger Lee Farley, 59, passed on August 17, 2020 in Washington Court House, Ohio

Roger was born on July 15, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charles Arthur Farley and Tacie Virginia (Livingston) Edwards.

Survived by his daughter Tandy Farley; Granddaughter Tia Farley; Grandson Tavin Farley; Sister Tammy Farley; Stepfather Wayne Edwards; Step Brother...

Aug 13, 2020

Herbert L. Murray, age 74, of Columbus OH passed away too soon on August 13, 2020. Herb was born on November 14, 1945 in Dennison, OH to the late Charles Edward and Arlean (Gilford) Murray. He graduated Dennison St. Mary's high school and continued his education in college at Xavier in Cincinnati, OH where he played football. He worked...

Aug 12, 2020

Jesse A. Featherstone, Was a very giving person she would say keep promises, Apologize, forgive, try new things and always Give love. Always with tender thoughts and prayers as we celebrate Jesse’s Life. A life that touches many, with the gifts of kindness, caring, and love we love you Jesse. You’ll be missed and never forgotten always in our...

Aug 11, 2020

Roger Chapman, age 73, was born on December 9, 1946 in Acme West Virginia to the late Dorothy and Rondell Chapman. He passed on August 11, 2020 at Grant Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his wife, Alice M Chapman; his parents; his son, Roger D Chapman Jr.; his siblings, Sondra Hutchinson, Tony Chapman, Nathaniel Chapman, Brenda...