Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas

Stephen J Evans

Stephen J Evans

Dec 5, 2018

Stephen J. Evans, Born Dec. 2, 1948 – Passed away Dec. 5, 2018. Retired from Nationwide Insurance Company. Preceded in death by his parents Millard and Dorothy Evans. Survived by finacee Candy Moore – Will(Patty) Moore- Kevin (Heather & Children ) Moore and Justin Moore. There will not be a showing or funeral. Cremation is being provided by Edwards Funeral...

Judy Carol Grau

Judy Carol Grau

Dec 1, 2018

Judy Grau passed away December 01, 2018 surrounded by family. She is preceded in death by her parents William and Marjorie Johnston and brother William Johnston. She is survived by sons and daughter in laws Mark and April Grau, Tim and Sue Grau, grandchildren Timothy Grau, Austin and Laura Grau, great grandchildren Aiden and Elliot Grau, and nephew Bill...

Marquell Raymond Andrews

Marquell Raymond Andrews

Nov 27, 2018

Marquell Raymond Andrews, 23, passed away November 27, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio

He was born April 13, 1995 in Columbus, Ohio

Marquell is survived by his mother, Veronica Andrews; siblings, Monica Brown, Marquisha Andrews, Au’Juvan Andrews, and Marvin Lee Groves Jr.; special niece, Shanique Andrews; grandmother, Peggy Dawson; and grandfather Aaron Andrews Sr.  along with...

Ronald M McGill

Ronald M McGill

Nov 26, 2018

Ronald M. McGill, Passed away on November 26, 2018.

Ronald was born on February 2, 1977 in Columbus, OH to Ronald S Forrest and Iris Rayford (McGill).

He leaves to cherish his memory his children Malik McGill, Mykel MCGill, Myecia Glass, Jovonte', and Demonte Giles; Parents Ronald Forrest and Iris Rayford; Brothers Shean...

Amy Janelle Reece

Amy Janelle Reece

Nov 23, 2018

Amy Janelle Reece passed away November 23, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio

She was born August 26, 1981 in Oxford, Ohio to Debra Hann and Kevin Reece

Amy is survived by her parents; Debra (Kelly) Hann; sister, Melodie Reece; nephew, Xavier Reece; aunts, Susan (Jim) Fugate, and Jeannie (Bill) Chasteen; cousins, Bill Chasteen and Kristina Anders;...

Carol A Burford

Carol A Burford

Nov 22, 2018

Carol A. Burford 78 passed away peacefully on November 22, 2018, in Columbus Ohio.

Carol was a lifelong employee of the Federal Government and during her tenure there she received many Awards for Sustained Superior Performance, as well as other Service Awards, dating from 1966 to the year she retired in 2003 with over 45...

Charles Henry Johnson, Sr.

Charles Henry Johnson, Sr.

Nov 22, 2018

Charles Henry Johnson, Sr. entered this world on May 21, 1923 to his now deceased parents. Charles departed this world peacefully on November 22, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Shirley Johnson and 4 loving sons and 1 daughter Shirley Allison, Charles Johnson Jr., John Johnson, and Billie Joe Johnson along with...

Zackery Scott Herald

Zackery Scott Herald

Nov 21, 2018

Zachery Scott Herald, 51, Passed away on Wednesday November 21, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio at Grant Medical Center.

Scott was born on October 26, 1967 to the late David Andrew Herald and Mildred Jewel Smith (Mounts).

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Marta C Pena

Marta C Pena

Nov 19, 2018

Marta C. Pena passed away November 19, 2018 in Hilliard, Ohio

She was born in Mercedes, Texas on February 9, 1955

Marta is survived by her caring children; Belinda Pena, Leonardo Pena, Linda Pena, Patricia Cordova, Diana Hernandez, and Nancy Gomez

She is preceded in death by her parents; Mercelino B. and Dora...

Rita Luz (Gonzalez) Platel

Rita Luz (Gonzalez) Platel

Nov 17, 2018

Rita Luz (Gonzalez) Platel, 80, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Mount Carmel East hospital in Columbus, OH.

Rita was born on Friday February 25th, 1938, to Manuel Gonzalez and Anna Albanese (Gonzalez) in Philidelphia, PA.

Rita retired from Anthem December 01, 1995. Rita was a lover of cats. She is survived by...

Crystal A Coward-Wellman

Crystal A Coward-Wellman

Nov 17, 2018

Crystal "CeCee" Coward-Wellman, age 43, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home from natural causes. She was born September 18, 1975 in Columbus, Ohio to the late O.C. and Elga Coward. Crystal was an alumni of Groveport High School, Class of 1995. She was a certified Home Health Aide. Crystal is preceded in death by her mother, Elga...

Nealana Dee Hart

Nealana Dee Hart

Nov 16, 2018

Nealana Dee Hart, 53, passed away on November 16, 2018 in Newark, Ohio

She was born May 19, 1965 in Columbus, Ohio

Services to honor Nealana's memory will be held Friday, November 23, 2018 at Edwards Funeral Service, 1166 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206 at noon where family will accept friends from 10 AM until...

Henry Gilliam

Henry Gilliam

Nov 14, 2018

Henry Gilliam, 80, passed away November 14, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio

He was born on February 13, 1938 in Greenup, Kentucky to the late Amos Coy Gilliam and Lou Vina Stewart.

Henry is survived by his Wife Stephanie Carter-Gilliam; Sons Henry W. Gilliam and Adam Underwood; Daughter Amy Gilliam; Step Sons...

Naomi M Sharp

Naomi M Sharp

Nov 14, 2018

Naomi M. Sharp (Columbus), passed away on November 14, 2018 at the age of 102. Naomi was born on October 17, 1916 to the late William Sones and Clara Payne.

Naomi will be greatly missed by all family, friends, and loved ones.

Arrangements entrusted to Edwards Funeral Service.

Sherry Lucill Elkins

Sherry Lucill Elkins

Nov 10, 2018

Sherry Lucill Elkins, 46, passed away on November 10, 2018 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Sherry was born on May 23, 1972 in Columbus, Ohio to David Oscar Elkins and Susan B. Elkins (Bowersmith). She leaves behind her loving daughters Amanda Harris and Miranda McGrady; 3 young grandchildren Wesley, Riley, and Simon; significant other Marvin McGrady; father David Elkins; brother...

Charles Beckley Pyles

Charles Beckley Pyles

Nov 9, 2018

Charles Beckley Pyles, 83, was called home November 9, 2018. He passed away peacefully at Columbus Colony Elderly Care (CCEC) in Westerville, Ohio.

Born on the family farm in Seebert August 31, 1935, he was a son of the late Ernest Jacob and Stella Grimes Pyles.

A private service will be...

Anna Nelson

Anna Nelson

Nov 4, 2018

Anna Nelson, 72, passed away on November 4, 2018.  She was born on April 1, 1946 and was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Anna Higgins.  Surviving family includes her husband of 40 years, Autry; children Candy (Ray) Evans and Cindy (Greg) Evans; grandchildren Michael, Kaylee, Jessica and Danielle; 7 great-grandchildren and her beloved cat, Gloria.  A...

Robert Hairston

Robert Hairston

Nov 1, 2018

Robert Alfred Hairston Sr. passed away surrounded by family and loved ones at his home in Blacklick, OH on November 1, 2018.

He was born April 24, 1935 in Columbus, OH to the late Thomas Roy, Sr., and Birdie Goldie Hairston. Robert is survived by his caring children; Stacy (Carl) Slaughter, Robert Burbridge, Cindy Hairston, Christy (Tymar,...

Leoria Jane Kruskamp

Leoria Jane Kruskamp

Oct 30, 2018

Leoria Jane Kruskamp, 90 of Columbus, passed away on October 30, 2018 at her home.

She was born April 10, 1928 in Vinton, Ohio daughter to the late Dewey and Glenna George Cochran.

Leoria is preceded in death by husband, Edward Kruskamp; sons Jack and Larry; daughter Betty Kruskamp; grandson Johnny Keeney; great great grandson...

Cody Lee Wernert Bragg

Cody Lee Wernert Bragg

Oct 30, 2018

Cody Lee Wernert Bragg, 26, passed away on October 30, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio

He was born December 3, 1991 in Columbus, Ohio

Cody is survived by his parents, Tammy Bragg and Robert Wernert; his wife, Britni Warnock; his children, Carson James Bragg and Danielle Lynn Rader; his sisters, Amanda and Allison; and his grandfather,...