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Donald (Eddie) Edward Christie

Donald (Eddie) Edward Christie

Apr 30, 2023

Donald Edward Christie aka "Eddie" was born in Columbus, Ohio March 15, 1958 and went to be with the Lord April 30, 2023. Eddie was loved dearly by his only child Carrie Christie who was his best friend and he hers.

Eddie loved the outdoors. Fishing, hunting, and taking care of his land gave him great happiness. He was always full...

Gregory Allen Wade

Gregory Allen Wade

Apr 28, 2023

The Lord called Gregory Allen Wade into eternal rest on Friday, April 28th, 2023. He was preceded in death by his mother, Toni Parker; uncle, Steve Williams; brothers; David Wade, Douglas Wade Jr. He is survived by his father, Douglas Wade, two brothers; Todd Wade and DeAndre Smith, three sisters; Shelly, Lanetta, and Nicole Wade; a host of siblings, stepmother...

Brian Thomas Morris

Brian Thomas Morris

Apr 27, 2023

On April 27, 2023, Brian T. Morris of Columbus, Ohio was called home to be with the Lord at age 49.

Brian grew up in Columbus, where his friends were family, and his family members were also close friends. Brian attended Independence High School and took courses at Columbus State Community College. Brian was a gifted, vivid story teller, an...

Billy E. Yarger Sr.

Billy E. Yarger Sr.

Apr 26, 2023

Billy E Yarger Sr. Of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on April 26, 2023.  Bill was with his love and best friend of 29 years Rodean at the time of passing.  Bill was born on April 7th, 1947.  He was a kind-hearted man known to many as “Bill Bear”.  Bill loved to work on anything...

Robert E. Friend

Robert E. Friend

Apr 26, 2023

Robert (Bob) E. Friend, of Columbus, Ohio made his transition into heaven on Wednesday, April 26th 2023 after reaching the age of 74 years old.

Bob was born on February 12th, 1949 in Tarlton, Ohio to Charles and Doris Friend. He was the last living sibling of his eight brothers and sisters. 

Bob was the biggest jokester around. Always teasing...

Damien Ross

Damien Ross

Apr 22, 2023

In loving memory of Damien Ross, who passed away on April 22, 2023, a memorial service will be held to honor his life. Damien was a beloved son and brother, survived by his mother Wanena Chapman, father Joseph Chapman, daughter Savannah Ray, grandmother Betty Chapman, grandmother Mary Ross, brother Joshua Chapman, sister Gypsy Phillips, brother-in-law Morrell Phillips, sister Linda Phillips,...

Shafi Ahmed

Shafi Ahmed

Apr 21, 2023

Shafi Ahmed departed this earthly realm too soon on April 21st 2023.  Shafi was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 5th 1975 to the late Marsha (nee’Faulkner) Ahmed and the late Mohammed Ahmed. Shafi was a beloved brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. Shafi attended Bishop Watterson High School and graduated in 1994. He was active there in track and...

Harry A. "Hop" Bailey Jr.

Harry A. "Hop" Bailey Jr.

Apr 21, 2023

Harry A. “Hop” Bailey Jr., age 72, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 21, 2023 surrounded by family.  Hop is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Jackie Bailey, their boys Gabe (Gena), Jason (Carly), and Matthew (Kristina); 8 grandchildren who know him as PaPa (Gianna, Gabby, Addison, Beckett, Mack, Owen, Mae, and Grace), and his brothers Steve...

Sherry Francis Ashmore

Sherry Francis Ashmore

Apr 20, 2023

Sherry Francis Ashmore (Nee Dozier) sadly passed away on April 20, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 25, 1937 to the parents of the late Millard Dozier and Grace Brock. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years Robert D. Ashmore, son Joseph Eric Ashmore, and grandson Sean Flanagan. Surviving are her children Gary...

Hilda Pearl Shepherd

Hilda Pearl Shepherd

Apr 19, 2023

 

Hilda Pearl Shepherd, age 59, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2023. Hilda was apart of the Catch Program through Columbus, Ohio.

Hilda was a beloved mother to Ashley, Samantha, Ray, Matthew and grandmother to: Jaisun, Ava, Talazia, Sasha, Aiden, Royal, Abby, Elijah and Paul.

Hilda loved animals and country music.

Visitation will be held Friday,...

Peggy Jean Jones

Peggy Jean Jones

Apr 17, 2023

Peggy Jean (Strouse) Jones, 93, of Cold Springs, KY entered Heaven’s Gate on Monday, April 17, 2023.  She was born on April 24, 1929, in Brinkhaven, OH, and died suddenly of a stroke, one week before her 94th birthday.  Peggy was the daughter of Robert and Twila (Matheny) Strouse. She and her husband Floyd (who passed away on January 14,...

Terry Lee Cantrell

Terry Lee Cantrell

Apr 17, 2023

Terry Lee Cantrell passed away after a long illness on April 17, 2023.  He was born on February 28, 1945 to Dewey and Virginia (Lee) Cantrell in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Grandview High School in 1963 and served in the Vietnam War as a helicopter gunner. 

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty Ann (Gueulette), his...

Walter John Martin

Walter John Martin

Apr 17, 2023

Walter John Martin, (82), of Upper Arlington, Ohio passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 17, 2023.

John regaled everyone he met with stories, including those about growing up on a farm in Columbiana County with his foster mother, grandmother, and his brother Harmon. John graduated from Columbiana High School and went on to Ohio University. The most important...

Joseph Lanoze Fontaine

Joseph Lanoze Fontaine

Apr 16, 2023

Mr. Joseph Lanoze Fontaine, age 82, suddenly passed away in Columbus, Ohio April 16, 2023. He was born from Dieudonne Fontaine & Claricile Zelnor and went to school in Chantal, Haiti. There he married Louisia Pierre and worked as a businessman up to 1982 when he immigrated in Brooklyn, New York. He was hard working, loyal, kind, respectful, social, very...

Mark Allen Holsinger Jr

Mark Allen Holsinger Jr

Apr 15, 2023

Mark Allen Holsinger Jr. was born on April 26, 1977 in London Ohio. Mark passed away at Doctors Hospital in Columbus, Ohio on April 15, 2023. Mark is survived by his mother and father: Mark Holsinger Sr. and Kimberly (Joe) Marcum; brother: Nathan Holsinger; children: Tyler (Destanee) Holsinger, Jessica (Charles) Holsinger, Haleigh (Joseph) Holsinger, Kendal (David) Holsinger, Mason Holsinger, and...

Alexander Ryan Mayer

Alexander Ryan Mayer

Apr 14, 2023

Alexander Ryan Mayer passed away suddenly at the age of 35 on Friday, April 14, 2023. He is survived by his father Andrew Mayer and was predeceased by his mother Robin (Chick) Mayer, both of whom loved him more than words can express. He also leaves behind many friends and family members in his hometown of Columbus and beyond.

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John Davidson Jay

John Davidson Jay

Apr 14, 2023

John Davidson Jay, “JJ,” age (74), of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 14, 2023, in the comfort of his family home. He was born October 26, 1948, in Indianapolis, IN and is preceded in death by parents John Jay and Joanna Millholland Jay. 

Survived by one Daughter Laura Jay Ulery (Spouse, Michael J Ulery) from first marriage, Helen Smeltzer in Columbus, Ohio. Further survived by Siblings, J Christopher Jay, and...

Robert Burleson

Robert Burleson

Apr 13, 2023

 

Robert (Bob) Glen Burleson, 77, transitioned peacefully to heaven on April 13, 2023. Bob was the backbone of his family. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Phyllis, whom he adored and loved with all his heart. He often referred to her as his superwoman. They shared 44 beautiful years of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He...

William R Porter

William R Porter

Apr 9, 2023

William (Bill) Porter of Galion, OH passed away on April 9, 2023, at age 75 after a short battle with cancer.  After graduating from Galion High School in 1966, he joined the U.S. Air Force and served in Vietnam as Staff Sergeant and Aircraft Load Master; he was awarded a Purple Heart for his service.  He attended Ohio State University. ...

Marcella Colvin

Marcella Colvin

Apr 8, 2023

Marcella Colvin (Trott, Davenport), born November 6, 1941, was called home on Saturday April 8, 2023. She was welcomed to Heaven by her parents Arthur and Vivian Davenport; siblings Art Davenport, Bobby Lee Davenport, Tom Davenport, Lois (Lou) Doughty, Hazel Hoyer, Lloyd Davenport, John Davenport and her beloved son Frank (Frankie) Trott Jr.

She will be forever missed, cherished, and...

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