Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas

Raymond Dudley Royce

Raymond Dudley Royce

Jul 9, 2015

Raymond Dudley Royce Jr., 46, from Cumberland, KY. On 7-9-15 went to be forever embraced in the loving arms of our Lord with his devoted parents Dudley and Norma Jean, his mother-in-law Dorothy and his Aunt Wanda. He was a devoted and amazingly loving husband to wife Ida. The greatest father, stepfather, and grandfather his children should feel blessed...

Jonathan Smallwood

Jonathan Smallwood

Jun 24, 2015

Jonathan Lee Smallwood, 25, passed away on June 24, 2015, Jonathan was a loving father, son and brother.

Jonathan was born in Columbus on February 11, 1990 to Margaret and Gary Smallwood.

Jonathan is survived by his Parents Gary and Margaret; son Matthew; Step Daughter Ruby; Sisters Erica Johnson (Harry), Tina Kingsolver (Steve), Brittany Wells...

Edith New

Edith New

Jun 23, 2015

Memorial Service on Monday

Edith Viola (Ferrell) New, 57, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Edith was born Tuesday, June 17, 1958 in Columbus, OH to John Alvis Ferrell and Anna Jean Ferrell

She is survived by two children; Melissa Ernst and Timmy N New, eight grandchildren, Two Brothers; Michael Ferrell, John...

Harry Bennett

Harry Bennett

Jun 21, 2015

Harry James Bennett, 65, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015 Harry was born February 03, 1950 in Montross, VA to the late William E Bennett, Sr. and Rose Bennett He is survived by his wife; Dorothy Bennett, ten children, a sister; Sue and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins A Funeral Service will be held at Wednesday June 24th...

Monica Danielle Wright

Monica Danielle Wright

Jun 14, 2015

Honoring Monica

Monica Danielle Wright, 28, passed away on Sunday June 14, 2015

Monica was born Tuesday, June 09, 1987 in Lancaster, OH to Fred Michael Reid and Robyn R Wright and step father John C Miller

She is survived by two children; Nevaeh Payge-olivia Sturgeon, Brayden Mitchell Strugeon

four brothers;...

Ruth Trent

Ruth Trent

Jun 14, 2015

Ruth Ann Trent , age 76, passed away on June 14, 2015. Retired from Betlin Mang after 25 years of service. Preceded in death by grandfather Frank Givens and Brother Frank (Butch) Givens III. Survived by daughter Yolanda Freeman (Philip), Grandchildren Samantha Ann, Mario, Jasmine and Nacrina; Great Grandchildren, 1 Brother in Law; 1 Sister in Law and a...

Margaret Robinson-Owens

Margaret Robinson-Owens

Jun 10, 2015

Margaret Robinson-Owens, 68, passed away on June 10, 2015.

Margaret was born July 23, 1946 in Columbus, OH to Stanley and Della Chenault. She is survived by her Children Kevin and Sharlyn, Brother Fred and a host of other family members.

A Celebration of life will be held Wednesday at 11 AM at the Chapel...

Sean Callahan

Sean Callahan

Jun 3, 2015

Honoring Chia

Sean Edwin Callahan Sr. was born October 22, 1971 in Steubenville, Ohio to Barbara & Ronald Locust Sr. and later adopted by his step-father Wilson Callahan. Sean departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 to be spiritually united with his parents. Sean graduated from Groveport Madison High School in 1990 where he was...

George Six

George Six

Jun 2, 2015

Honoring George

George "Mike" Six, 68, passed away on Tuesday, June 02, 2015 George was born July 19, 1946 in Columbus, OH to the late Ralph and Edna Six. He is survived by two children, Michele (Brian) Leach and Michael Six, five grand daughters and a sister; Karen Lanning and a host of nieces and nephews

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Gary Watters

Gary Watters

May 31, 2015

Gary W. Watters, 65, passed away on May 31, 2015. Gary was preceded in death by his parents Dallas and Louvenia (Walker) Watters; his step mother Jeannie Johnson Watters; brother Dallas Watters Jr.; and grandson Christian Watters. He is survived by his sons Gary(Johnetta) Seagle, Christopher (Ashley) Watters, and Andre (Sarath) Watters; 13 grand children and 2 great Grand...

Richard Laster

Richard Laster

May 29, 2015

Richard Laster, 67, passed away on May 29, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents Tom and Willie Lee Laster.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia. He is also survived by his children; Gloria, Daphne; Tamika and Richard Jr.; along with 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

A Celebration...

Greg Gordon

Greg Gordon

May 20, 2015

Greg Devitt Gordon, 68, of Westerville, Ohio passed away at home on May 20, 2015. Greg is preceded in death by his parents, Devitt and Margaret Gordon. He is survived by his wife, Amy Gordon, of Westerville, OH, his son, Kevin Gordon, of Akron, OH, his daughters, Mandy Gordon, of Long Beach, CA and Amanda Starr, of Worthington, OH,...

Barbara Eastham

Barbara Eastham

May 17, 2015

Barbara Ann Eastham, 76, Choose to go the path of Heaven with her sister Luella on Sunday May 17, 2015.

Barbara was a loving mother and grandmother she was born Tuesday December 20, 1938 in Columbus, OH to Bob Marsh and Bessie Marsh.

She is survived by; Three sons Michael, Gary and Wade; Five Grandchildren...

Harold "Jim" Bice

Harold "Jim" Bice

May 15, 2015

Harold "Jim" Bice was born on July 9, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio. He went home to paradise on May 15, 2015. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Hazel and Ray, sisters Etta and Nancy and brother Dale. He leaves behind his life partner, Nancy, and children Rachel, Stephanie, Jennifer (Deven), Matthew (Samantha) and Miranda, 11 grandchildren and...

Brandy Dodge

Brandy Dodge

Apr 26, 2015

Honoring Brandy

Brandy D Dodge, 40, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2015

Brandy was born October 10, 1974 in Columbus, OH to the late Rick and Janet Lowder

She is survived by her husband; Ricky, four children, Tiffani, Bradley, Diamond, and Ricky

A viewing will be held Thursday May 7th...

James Blackwell

James Blackwell

Apr 18, 2015

Honoring James

James B Blackwell Jr, 88, of Gahanna, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015

James was born September 5, 1926 in South Charleston, WV to the late James B Blackwell Sr. and Ethel May Jarvis. He was a loving father and grandfather He was a member of the First Baptist Church of...

Kenneth Clark Hitchcock

Kenneth Clark Hitchcock

Apr 12, 2015

Kenbo

Kenneth Clark Hitchcock "Kenny" "Kenbo", 59, passed away peaceful on Sunday April 12, 2015.

Kenny was born on Thursday November 24, 1955 to the late Robert Clark and Dorothy(Robinson) Hitchcock.

Kenny is survived by his two sons Todd Allen Hitchcock and Bradley Adam Hitchcock (Siobhan); Two Grandsons Adam Patrick Hitchcock and Connor...

Maryiln Grace "Bates" Corpron

Maryiln Grace "Bates" Corpron

Mar 28, 2015

In Honor of Maryiln Grace Corpron (Bates)

Saturday, March 28, 2015 Marilyn was escorted by Angels to Heaven's Gate to meet her Savior and greeted by the love of her life, her beloved Russell. Preceded in death to join her father and mother, brother Robert Bates, and many special friends. Leaving her cherished children Russell, Mark, Lynn,...

Rondell Lee

Rondell Lee

Mar 25, 2015

Rondell David Lee, 54, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Rondell was born Sunday, July 31, 1960 in Columbus, OH to the late Shirley O Lee and Mona Hewitt. Rondell liked to garden, cook, was an avid walker, and was a people person. Rondell always helped people in their time of need. He loved his dog Pookie, and...

Patsy Adams

Patsy Adams

Mar 24, 2015

Patsy Jean Adams, 67, a lifelong resident of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2015.

Patsy was born on April 15, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio, the loving daughter of George A and Eloise Walker, who preceded her in death. Patsy was also preceded in death by her husband Richard E. Adams, her brother Robert M....