Obituaries

Apr 10, 2025

Apr 8, 2025

Kathleen E Siders, formerly of Jackson, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born on April 22nd, 1940, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, to the late Harry C Bane and Justina (Hlavenka) Bane.

Kathleen spent the majority of her life in Jackson, Ohio, where she created a loving home and many cherished memories. She married...

Apr 3, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Runyon passed away peacefully in April 2025. Born in Geneva, Ohio, in 1947 to Jennie and Constantine Meetin, she graduated from Geneva High School and The Ohio State University. She pursued a long and successful career in chemistry at a time when few women entered the field, working at both Roxane Laboratories and Battelle in Columbus, Ohio.

Sandy was...

Apr 3, 2025

Kalyn Breneman(Humble), 33, of Powell, Ohio passed on April 3, 2025 at Kobacker House after a short battle with cancer. She spent her final days surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her husband Nathan and their daughter Adalyn, mother and father in law Jenny and Todd, mother Beth (Jeffery) Crick; sisters Sarah Humble, Emily (Ryan) Dishnow, Allison...

Apr 2, 2025

Julie Marie Dick (50), passed away unexpectedly in her Columbus, Ohio home on April 2nd, 2025. Born in Evansville, Indiana on September 4th of 1974, Julie was a loving mother, sister, and friend.

Julie is survived by her four children Alex (Eleanor) Smith, Evelyn Smith, Edward Smith, and Ethan Smith; her father Paul Dick and his wife Shirley, her sister Jenny...

Apr 2, 2025

Vincent F Danzy Jr, born on August 8th 1977 to Vincent F Danzy Sr, and Deborah J Danzy. Passed on April 2nd of 2025 leaving his siblings being born of three. Tonisha Danzy, and Khalia Danzy. 

He started out with a relationship with God being preceeded by his father Vincent F Danzy. He graduated from Collinwood High School where he excelled...

Mar 31, 2025

Donald Jack Compton went home to our Lord on March 31, 2025. He was born on March 31, 1938, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lucian and Olive Compton. Mr. Compton is survived by his wife of 68 years, Anna (Bridges) Compton, son David Charles, daughter Jackie (David), grandchildren Jessica, Casey Ann, Charlee, CodyAnn, Marshall, Carly, Cassidy and great grandchildren,...

Mar 30, 2025

Michael C. Rooney was born on May 1, 1957, and passed away before his time on March 30, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Rooney and Charlotte McCafferty Myers, and siblings, Trenda Cooper and Chris Myers. He is survived by his son, Shawn (Nicole) Rooney, his brother, Russell (Jane) Myers, his niece, Jenya (Shawn) Whitesel and...

Mar 30, 2025

Gina Marie Freeman (1980 – 2025)

Gina Marie Freeman was a warm, smiling, and caring aunt, sister, and friend that always put the needs of others ahead of her own. Gina died unexpectedly on March 30, 2025, at Riverside Hospital due to complications from pneumonia.

Born in Martins Ferry, Ohio, she moved to Columbus, Ohio to study Culinary Arts at Columbus State...

Mar 30, 2025

Gene Lee Stauffer passed away on Sunday March 30, 2025. There are many things to say about Gene, Daddy, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle. He went to Ohio State to become a pharmacist, and at the same time, he became a passionate, devoted Buckeye fan. He never missed a football or basketball game until he was no longer physically able to go....

Mar 29, 2025

She is survived by her loving mother and stepfather, Anita and John; her cherished children, Kierstin and Brandon; and her adored grandchildren, Aaleia, Aaleah, and Amirah, who lovingly knew her as Mimi. She also leaves behind her devoted fiancé, Steven, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and her beloved four-legged companions-because she was truly the ultimate dog mom.

Amy had a heart of...

Mar 27, 2025

Jesse Lee Miller, age 44, of Columbus Ohio, passed away March 27th, 2025 after an extended illness.

Jesse was born February 15th, 1981 in Columbus Ohio to Kenneth and Sandra. Jesse left behind a wife who was his first and last true love. Once together as teenagers, separated for 2 decades and married forever in April of 2018. He is survived...

Mar 25, 2025

Alberta “Birdie” Woodruff, age 89, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, March 25th 2025 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Alberta was born March 6th 1936 in Oakhill, Ohio. She was the daughter of Ralph and Ethel Woodruff.

Growing up Alberta was always a devoted mother, with her care and concern for the well-being of her children. Always putting their needs over...

Mar 23, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Lee Jenkins, age 76, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on January 4, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Jack and Ruth Jenkins. Tom would proudly live his life as a devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle and friend.

Tom graduated from Brookville High School in 1967 and proudly...

Mar 21, 2025

Richard Allen Gautier (Rick/Pops), of Columbus, Ohio passed away on March 21st 2025, at the age of 67. Richard, beloved father, son, brother, and cherished friend will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Richard was born on November 22nd 1957, in Columbus, Ohio. The son of Maxine (French) and Raymond Gautier, from Virginia. He was united in marriage to...

Mar 21, 2025

Loretta M. Neff, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025. Loretta was born May 29, 1935 in Amanda, OH to parents Walter and Carrie Barr. Loretta was married to Rodney Neff for over 50 years and was mother to Scott Neff. Loretta is preceded in death by her parents, husband, son and two brothers, Lee (Ruth) Barr and...

Mar 20, 2025

Judith (Judy) Marie Sebring, 72, of Columbus, passed away on March 20, 2025.

Judy was born on March 16, 1953, to Clyde and Anne (Schlaechter) Tague.

Judy devoted 40 years of hard work as a customer service representative at Huntington bank. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing cards, hanging out with family and friends and couponing.

She was married to Mark Sebring...

Mar 20, 2025

Jim, 93, passed away peacefully on March 20th. He was born in Urbana, Ohio. He will fondly be remembered for his love of storytelling, Pogo, and a side of bourbon or six. Jim is survived by his best friend, Lucky Dog. His son, Rob (Lori) Harter. His daughter, Katie Williams. His son, Steve (Susan) Harter. His daughter, Sarah (Patrick) Ighnat,...

Mar 19, 2025

"In Loving Memory of Sokphear “Sophia” Em

Sokphear Em, lovingly known as Sophia, passed away at the age of 45, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and generosity that touched everyone who knew her.

Sophia was a gentle spirit, always ready to share whatever she had with those around her—whether it was her delicious home-cooked meals, a heartfelt song, or simply...

Mar 19, 2025

Robert B. "Bob" Leslie, born on February 14, 1973, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away on March 19, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Bob was 52 years old.

A lifelong resident of Columbus, Bob was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose presence brought warmth and strength to those around them. Their life was marked by deep love for family and an unwavering...