Obituaries

Nov 11, 2018

Bette Anne Smith, age 84, passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018 at Kobacker House.

Educated at Pecos Benedictine Monastry. She was a spiritual director who lead many people to Christ.  She brought a lot of love, friendship and comfort to many. Member of All Saints Community. She was a creative artist, creator and founder of Jenny Miniatures....

Nov 11, 2018

Heather Michelle Newsome age 28 of Columbus Ohio passed away on November 11, 2018. Born on November 29, 1989 in Columbus Ohio. Heather was preceded in death by her grandfather William Mayes. Survived by daughter; Alaysha Newsome, father; Dale Newsome Jr., mother; Phillis Mayes, grandparents; Eileen Johnson, Dale Newsome Sr. Lynn Scurlock, siblings, Shayla Mayes, Kory Newsome, Tessa Billingsley...

Nov 11, 2018

Kristen Hayes Woodward, age 72, passed away November 11, 2018 in Columbus. A celebration of life service will be held Friday, November 30, 2018 at SHAW-DAVIS FUNERAL HOME 4341 N. High St. Cols. 43214 at 12 noon with greeting from 10am - 12 Noon.

VISITATION Friday November 30, 2018 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Shaw-Davis Clintonville Chapel...

Nov 11, 2018

REDMOND

Astrid S. Redmond, November 11, 2018 in Columbus, OH.  Astrid gave a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. As a nurse she dedicated 40 years to serve those in need of care. She spent 17 of those years at the OSU Medical Center. Astrid selflessly served others as not only a nurse, but a friend. When there...

Nov 10, 2018

Taylor, Susan Elaine, of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly November 10, 2018.  She was born in Columbus, Ohio June 6, 1961 to the late Robert S. Taylor and Pauline (Shields) Vernon.

In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by her step-father, Jerry C. Vernon and her former husband Daniel D. Smith. Susan is survived...

Nov 9, 2018

DAVIS

Kathy A. Davis, age 62, Nov 9, 2018. Born Feb 5, 1956 in Fort Knox, KY to her late parents Thomas Sr. and Claudia P. Davis. Preceded in death by brothers Wallace Davis, Thomas W. Davis, III, Rex Davis and Michael Davis. Survived by sister Chloe (Larry Clark) Davis, dearest friend Raymond Fischer and many loving nieces...

Nov 9, 2018

William (Bill)James was born on 2/26/1949 and passed on 11/9/2018 at his home in Galloway Ohio. Bill was a veteran of the army and served in the Vietnam war. Upon his return he got married to Nancy Jean Nicodemus.They had two sons William James Jr and Scott James. Bill became a truck driver, mechanic, photographer and a showman. He...

Nov 8, 2018

David H. Spurgeon, age 82, passed away Thursday November 8, 2018 in Columbus.  Retired machinist from Ranco of Delaware, Ohio and Capital Spring Company. Graduate of North High School and a lifelong auto enthusiast. Preceded in death by his brother John. He is survived by wife Joyce, sons Mark (Jenny Bell), Dan (Jodi Kushins) and daughter Anne (Curtis Eller),...

Nov 8, 2018

Bethel Irene (Blevins) Pack age 75 a life long resident of Columbus, Ohio Born November. 17, 1942 in Delbarton, West Virginia to the late Elbert and Zellie (Whitt) Blevins. She went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 8, 2018. She is proceeded in death by Sister Sue, and brothers Buddy, Chuck, Henry and Cas' Andrew. Survived by son Jeffery...

Nov 8, 2018

James O. Rife, age 77, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Riverside Methodist Hospital surrounded by his family. He was reunited with his mother, Patsy Hagerman Rife; his father, James H. Rife; his sister, Theodosia Rife; his beloved great-grandaughter, Marceline Wynn; and his best boy, Jake. He is survived by his spouse, Kathryn Mathews Rife; his children,...

Nov 8, 2018

Bender

Mary O. Bender, age 87, born December 31, 1930 in West Virginia to parents Virgil and Thelma Hawthorne. Passed away in Columbus, Ohio on November 8, 2018 with family be her bedside. Preceded in death by husband William G. Bender, brothers James, Virgil, Glen and Larry; sisters Margaret, Adline and Sandy. Survived by children Diana (Jerry)...

Nov 7, 2018

Jerry R. Burke Jr passed away suddenly, while Surround by his loved ones, On Nov. 7th 2018 @ The age of 42. He Was Born Jan. 18th 1976 To Parents Jerry R Burke Sr And Jeannie D. Burke,Both Who have Proceeded him in Death. He Is Survived by his Two Children Gage (Camryn)and Lilli Ann,Brother Anthony (Heather), Sister Nichole...

Nov 6, 2018

Brian Keith Borham, 45, of Ashley, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on November 6, 2018. He was born to the late Charles E. And Lila M. (Parker) Borham on October 27, 1973 in Delaware, Ohio.

Brian was a powerful soul, loved and respected by anyone blessed enough to cross paths with him. Brian had his faults,  however, his...

Nov 3, 2018

Nanci Lee Cummins, 84, of Powell, peacefully passed away at The Kobacker House on Nov. 3, 2018, just 7 days after her husband, Lowell Cummins passed away.  Nanci worked at Battelle for 21 years as a Secretary where she met Lowell; they were married for 32 years.  After retirement, they shared a love for antiques and had a small...

Nov 3, 2018

Rucāā Renee Cousar, age 48, was called home on November 3, 2018. Born October 15, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio. She has reunited with her mother, Naza Drake. Survived by daughters Shalethia Cousar, Nitika Hubbard, Michele Hubbard and Leiloni Cousar. Father Thomas Cousar; siblings Alethia Mixon-Alexander, Shala Cousar, Jerry Menfee, Tywan French, Danelle Cousar, Anton Cousar and Micah Cousar. Rucāā...

Nov 2, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Kyle Weese announces his passing after a battle with melanoma cancer, on Friday, November 2nd, 2018, at the young age 52.

Proceeded in death by his father, Donald Weese, his mother, Agnes Weese, and his brother, Mike Weese.

Kyle will be forever remembered by his siblings;...

Nov 1, 2018

Passwater, Charles Richard “Rick” born in Zanesville OH on December 3, 1967 and passed away peacefully on All Saints Day, November 1, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. For two and a half years he battled the disease and continued to golf and work everyday (in that order). Rick was a graduate of both Bishop Rosecrans (1986) and...

Oct 31, 2018

Life and Legacy of Anthony (Tony) Hampton

Anthony (Tony) Hampton, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio at the age of 63. Born on April 25, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to parents, Wesley Hampton, Jr and Nadine Hampton (Russell;May) (both deceased). Also preceded in death by his younger brother Marvin Hampton and step-father, Eddie...

Oct 28, 2018

Robert C. Tomastik retired from Neiman Marcus.  Grandson of Frank J. and Lola Tomastik and of Harvey and Blanche Steele.  Survived by longtime friend LaRae Rehl-Helsel; sisters Judith Thomas and Karla Tomastik and brother Thomas Tomastik.  Visitation will be held from 1:00pm to 2:00pm followed by a service at 2:00pm at Shaw-Davis Funeral Home, 34 W. Second Avenue, Columbus,...

Oct 27, 2018

Margery (Margie) Dale Burgett, 68, was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio.  Margie passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 27th, 2018.

Margie was preceded in death by her parents Denver & Rosie Messer.  Margie is survived by her sisters,

Retha Smetanko, Maziel (Cookie) Blaising and her brother Alvin (Linda) Messer.   Margie is also survived by...