Obituaries

Mar 13, 2017

Paul F. Helm, 53, of Worthington, was a loving husband and father who never hesitated to help out anyone who needed a hand. He died Monday, March 13, 2017, surrounded by his family at the Kobacker House Hospice Care Center of Columbus.

He fought a long and courageous battle against cancer in the same way he lived...

Mar 10, 2017

Georgianne (Anne) G. McGorum, age 85, of Worthington passed away March 10th at Kobacker House. Survived by husband, William, daughter Jane Farlow, Granddaughter Sara Abele (Ryan Hughes), and Great Granddaughters Caroline and Paige Hughes. Anne was a teacher, passionate volunteer for numerous charitable and civic causes, and active member of the Worthington Women’s Club, Daughters of the American Revolution,...

Mar 9, 2017

LOPER

Daniel Loper,

The world has lost a sweet soul, and we are deeply saddened by the death of our beloved son, grandson and friend, Daniel Sebastian Loper, born August, 28, 1992 in Germany. He tragically took his life in a moment of despair and our lives have been forever altered.  We treasure memories of...

Mar 8, 2017

Elaine Marie Latour, of Columbus, 53, died Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at OSU Medical Center. She was born February 24, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio, a daughter of Gerald Horvath and Barbara Phipps. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Latour. She is survived by her mother, Barbara Phipps of Columbus; her half brother, Michael Horvath of Little...

Mar 6, 2017

Crawford, Lugenia

Lugenia Williams Crawford, much-loved aunt, of siblings: Tonda, Rhonda, Stephen and Michael, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on March 6, 2017, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born April 23, 1929 in Flemingsburg, Kentucky, to Jesse and Emma (Warner) Williams.  She was one of nine children (all who have preceded her in death): Jesse, Robert,...

Mar 5, 2017

SARTIN

Jeffrey Allen Sartin, 29, passed away Sunday, March 5th at home. Preceded in death by grandparents Bill and Martha Russell; brother Bryan Russell; father Kenneth Sartin. Left to love and cherish his memory mother Cherie Lawwell; brother Derrick Gasper, as well as aunts, uncles cousins, nieces and nephews. Services are being held at the families home...

Mar 4, 2017

Edna M. Mayhorn, age 80, Saturday March 4, 2017 at OSU Wexner Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her husband Troy, sons Troy Jr and Kenneth Mayhorn; grandson Jason Daniel Mayhorn. Survived by her son Bill Marcum; daughters Helen Luke, Kathy (Johnny) Boggs and Diane (Daniel) Moriarty; 6 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and 1 great...

Mar 4, 2017

WILSON

Anita L Wilson, 67 passed away on Saturday the 4th of March 2017.  She was survived by her loving and devoted daughter Dawn, her son Robb with his wife Kelly and her grandson Trey 17 and granddaughter Taylor 11.  She was loved by many, those she worked with, those she befriended and those she harassed (we...

Mar 3, 2017

MCNEELY

Keith C. McNeely, age 62, Sunrise 1-3-1955 to Sunset 3-3-2017. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents Elisha and Jewel Bolen, paternal grandparents Shaffer and Bessie McNeely; mother Maggie and father Kenneth P. McNeely, Sr.; uncles Curtis, George, Donald, Vernon, Arthur and Baby Bolen, Arnold McNeely and aunt Lucille White; Survived by loving wife Patty of 31...

Mar 3, 2017

Thomas (Red) Williams, age 46, Friday March 3, 2017 at his residence. Former independent owner and operator Truck Driver. He enjoyed being a Harley guy, who enjoyed riding over anything, also enjoyed stock car racing and OSU Buckeyes. He is survived by his father Ron “Tiny” Butcher; mother Peggy (Tom) Severance; brother Chad; nephew Evan Butcher, several aunts, uncle’s...

Mar 2, 2017

ROBINSON

Michael E. Robinson, age 64, September 15, 1952 - March 2, 2017.  Survived by wife Gwendolyn Robinson. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 5, 2017 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. with US Air Force Color Guard at 4: 30 pm.  at the SHAW-DAVIS FUNERAL HOMES, VICTORIAN VILLAGE CHAPEL (Short North) 34 West 2nd Avenue, Columbus,...

Mar 2, 2017

HUGHES

Meredith Hughes, age 89, passed away at Kobacker House on Thursday, March 2, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents Ray and Grace Smallwood, Edna and Jim (McNabb) and Irv (Herron), husband Kenneth W. Hughes, brothers Ormand, Bob, Harold, Bernard and sisters Lucille, Jane, Mary and Betty Jo. She is survived by...

Mar 1, 2017

ELKINS

Ray Douglas Elkins, age 77, March 1, 2017. Born August 16, 1939 to his late parents Mitchel and Aline Whitker Elkins. Preceded in death by sister Joy Monogold. Survived by companion Donna Elkins; step-daughter Lisa (Vance) Tope; sister Betty Miller; grandchildren Kendra and Kaitlyn Tope. Host of nieces and nephews. Long time employee of...

Feb 28, 2017

Janice would like to let you know that her work here is done. She received a call, a sort of an offer that she couldn't refuse. This arrangement comes with a reunion of family and friends she has not seen in a long time. Her new call takes her to a wonderful resting place where she will be able...

Feb 26, 2017

Anne Marie Murray Brodell, age 89, was born on December 6, 1927 in Sainte Laurent, France and died peacefully on February 26, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio.  She survived World War II and became a war bride.  After her marriage in France to GI Charles Murray, the family resided in Canandaigua, New York.  Anne was a sweet and...

Feb 25, 2017

KERNS

Jean Ruby Kerns, born February 19, 1924, in Detroit, MI, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Saturday, February 25, 2017, in Simpsonville, SC, with her family by her side.    She is survived by her sons, Mark A. Kerns of Spring, TX and Tim A. Kerns of Simpsonville, SC; three grandchildren, Katie...

Feb 24, 2017

Passed away on February 24, 2017 at Kobacker House after a brief illness surrounded by her loving family.  Born January 15, 1941 to and preceded in death by Richard C. Getreu and Betty J. (Lossie) Getreu.

Graduated from Upper Arlington High School class of 1959.  Longtime resident of Clintonville where she and her sister, Betty Lou (Getreu)...

Feb 24, 2017

CUNDIFF

William "Bill" A. Cundiff. Born Jan 18, 1964 to his late parents William E. and Marilyn Wilmot Cundiff in Columbus, Ohio . Died Feb 24, 2017 at home. Preceded in death by son: William Albert Cundiff, Jr. Survived by wife Carla Cundiff; children Robert (Kayla) Cundiff and Jennifer (Kevin Rody) Cundiff. Special cousins. A memorial service is...

Feb 23, 2017

Dr. Stephen J. Buday, age 73, passed away on February 23, 2017.  He was born in Cleveland, OH. He  received his Undergraduate Degree from John Carroll University, his Degree in Medicine from The Ohio State University and completed his Post-Graduate Training at Mount Carmel Health.  Dr. Buday practiced at Mount Carmel for 47 years. A majority of those years...

Feb 23, 2017

Dr. Stephen J. Buday, age 73, passed away on February 23, 2017.  He was born in Cleveland, OH. He  received his Undergraduate Degree from John Carroll University, his Degree in Medicine from The Ohio State University and completed his Post-Graduate Training at Mount Carmel Health.  Dr. Buday practiced at Mount Carmel for 47 years. A majority of those years...