Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas

Mary Elaine McGee

Mary Elaine McGee

Jan 5, 2018

Mary Elaine McGee (Columbus), passed away January 5, 2018 at her home surrounded by family and loved ones. Mary was born June 13, 1949 in Fostoria, Ohio. She is survived by her daughter Judy Salyer. Mary is proceeded in death by her father James Ailshire and mother Inez Hook. Mary will be greatly missed by all.

Jimmy Holcomb Jr.

Jimmy Holcomb Jr.

Jan 4, 2018

Jimmy "James" Holcomb Jr,  63, formally of Wheeling WV, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on January 4, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. Holcomb was a connoisseur of music and loved to sing in front of a crowd. He was also very passionate about his artwork and creating unique table collages. James will dearly be missed. James was born...

Sandra Lee (Belknap)  Hinkle

Sandra Lee (Belknap) Hinkle

Jan 4, 2018

Sandra Lee Hinkle (Belknap), 70, passed away on January 4, 2018. She was born on May 6, 1947 to Gerald and Alma Belknap in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Sally Yost (Belknap) and brother Sam Belknap. She is survived by her brothers Gary (Laura) Belknap, Rick (Cinda) Belknap, her son Joseph...

Kimmi Lynn Gunderson

Kimmi Lynn Gunderson

Jan 1, 2018

Kimmi Lynn Gunderson (Neff), passed away January 1, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio

She was born on November 8, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Joann and Wilmer Neff

Kimmi was married to Steve D. Gunderson for 40 years

She is survived by her loving husband; Steve Gunderson; children, Jodie (Keith) Scarlett, Steven...

Randy Neil Reed

Randy Neil Reed

Jan 1, 2018

Randy Reed, 66, passed away January 1, 2018. He is preceded in death by his father Rodney Reed Sr., and brothers Kevin and Eric Reed. Survived by mother Ruth Mulford, brothers Terry, Rodney, Shane and Rick Reed all of Columbus, OH and sister Debra Jarman of Missouri. He will be dearly missed. No services will be held at this...

Megan Louise Burns

Megan Louise Burns

Dec 24, 2017

Megan Louise Burns (June), age 28, of Newark, OH, died on Dec.24, 2017 at OSU Hospital in Columbus, OH. Born on April 6,1989 in Zanesville, OH, daughter of Larry June and Martina Parkinson. She was a member of Christian Apostolic Church in Newark, OH. She enjoyed being with family and friends, movies, singing, and going to church. Surviving are...

Pamela Lee Dunn

Pamela Lee Dunn

Dec 23, 2017

Pamela "Tudy" Lee Dunn passed away December 23, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio

She was born October 30, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Harley and Glennis Dunn

Pamela is survived by her two daughters, Aimee Dudley and Mystee Turner; her siblings, Rocky Dunn, Eric Dunn, Euceda Dunn, Tammy Ruff; and a grandchild Viviana Turner...

Ronald Lee LaBarge

Ronald Lee LaBarge

Dec 19, 2017

Ronald Lee LaBarge, 81, passed away on December 19, 2017 at Meadow Grove Care Center. He was born June 23, 1936 to Leo D LaBarge and Marie E Gollubske in Mosinee, WI. Ronald was a proud member of the United States Air Force. Surviving him are his children; Cindy LaBarge, Ronald T. (Judy) LaBarge, Julie (Rob) Geer and Tommy...

Tracy Llaneza-Andersen

Tracy Llaneza-Andersen

Dec 14, 2017

Tracy Sue McGlaughlin-Llaneza 53, of Columbus OH, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday ( December 14,2017). She was born in Columbus OH, the daughter of late Larry D. and Mary L.(Cochrun) McGlaughlin. She is Survived by her three children Christian Llaneza, Steven Llaneza,Anastasia Llaneza; Grandaughter Lily A. Llaneza; Husband Huey; Sister Kelly McGlaughlin; Many nieces and nephews. Proceeded in death...

Lisa Jeanie (Schott)  Hiles

Lisa Jeanie (Schott) Hiles

Dec 14, 2017

Lisa Jeanie Hiles (Schott), 54, passed away December 14, 2017.

She was born January 23, 1963 to Marvin and Diane Schott in Columbus, OH.

Surviving her include her mother, children; Amanda Morrison, Heather Ryan, Jacqueline Morrison and Zachary Hiles, sister Lori Hunley and grandchildren; D.J. Ryan, Brooke Weekley, Katie Weekley, Hannah Weekley, James Weekley, Aleigha...

Lenda Wallace

Lenda Wallace

Dec 10, 2017

Lenda K Wallace, 65, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2017 in Columbus, OH. She was born January 21, 1952 to Jim Rendle and Adell Strange in Center, TX. Public viewing will be held Tuesday December 19, 2017 from 11am-12pm with a service to follow from 12pm-1pm at Edwards Funeral Service 1166 Parsons Ave Columbus, OH 43206.

Charles Roosevelt Greenwald

Charles Roosevelt Greenwald

Dec 9, 2017

Charles Roosevelt Greenwald born May 28, 1934, passed away peacefully at Mt. Carmel West Hopsital on December 9, 2017. He was a Korean War Veteran, USMC. He was preceeded in death by parents Katie and Charles Greenwald; son Tommy Bernard and beloved pet Budweiser. He is survived by four children Michael (Robin) Greenwald, Charles E Greenwald, Susie (Fred) Ward,...

Norma Marie Bliss

Norma Marie Bliss

Dec 7, 2017

Norma “Bliss” (née McAllister) died peacefully in Columbus, Ohio on December 7, 2017 at the age of 68.  Bliss was a mighty force of nature with a quick wit, a legendary love of cake and mimosas, and a personal style that was recognized in a book called Advanced Style.  A business owner with her original brick and mortar store...

Hubert Froesch

Hubert Froesch

Dec 3, 2017

Hubert Adolph Froesch, 84, of Columbus, OH, died on Sunday, December 3. Born on June 15, 1933 in Ford City, PA, he was the son of Joseph and Josephine Froesch. Hubert was a Korean War Veteran and lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates fan who will be missed deeply. He is survived by sisters Ann Froesch and Bernadette Froesch...

Norma Mae Mapp

Norma Mae Mapp

Dec 1, 2017

Norma Mae Mapp, 88 years old, passed away Dec. 01, 2017 after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by parents George B. and Ellen E. Bailey Haynes, brothers Ronald, William , George Jr., and Edward Haynes, sisters Bernice Cathy, Madge Wells and grandson Jeffery Snuggs.

Norma was born September 26, 1929 and raised...

Anna Marie Murray

Anna Marie Murray

Dec 1, 2017

Anna Marie Murray, 30, passed away December 1, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio

She was born November 17, 1987 in Columbus, Ohio to her parents, John and Teresa Murray

She is survived by her father, John Murray and her paternal grandmother, Helen Chapman; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends.

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Ronald Karl Burford

Ronald Karl Burford

Nov 30, 2017

Ronald K. (Ron) Burford, 71, passed peacefully at his home in Columbus, OH home on November 30, 2017. Ron was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine division during Vietnam and was honorably discharged August 30, 1968 with the rank of Corporal. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, National...

Paula June Kennedy

Paula June Kennedy

Nov 28, 2017

Paula June Kennedy born September 23rd 1971 passed away peacefully with her family by her side November 28th 2017 Paula enjoyed spending time with her family and throwing darts Paula leaves behind to cherish her memories her two wonderful children Joshua Wayne (kayla) Kennedy and Kaylee Michelle (Cj) Kennedy also surviving Paula is her wonderful companion of five years...

Fred Donald Brooks

Fred Donald Brooks

Nov 24, 2017

Fred Donald Brooks Jr., 48, passed away November 24, 2017 in Columbus, OH

He was born July 7, 1969 in Columbus, OH to Fred Donald Brooks Sr. and Rosa Marie Lewis

Fred will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of life will be held to honor the life of...

Carl Ernest Atkins Sr.

Carl Ernest Atkins Sr.

Nov 21, 2017

On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, God called home his son Carl Atkins Sr to be with him in the Kingdom of Heaven.

Carl was born on July 5, 1950 in Harlem, New York a son of Rosalie Atkins and Henry Jones.

Carl completed his education and moved to Youngstown, OH to further his position in...