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Susan Gillespie

Susan Gillespie

Aug 31, 2022

 

Susan Kegler Gillespie

March 21, 1944-August 31, 2022

 

Susan Kegler Gillespie was born on March 21, 1944 in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Raymond F. Kegler and Madalyn Robinson Kegler. She spent her childhood in New Haven, Indiana and graduated from Central Catholic High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where she formed life-long friendships.

 

After high...

Tom Ervin Flowers

Tom Ervin Flowers

Aug 30, 2022

 

Tom Ervin Flowers, born in Columbus, Oh on 11/20/1947 to Judge Jay C. and Pollyann Tom Flowers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Jay Bartels. He is survived by his brother, Jerry, and sister, Amy both of Columbus; his niece, Carrie Bartels Stroud of Fishers, IN; his nephew, Joshua Bartels of...

Perry Franklin Leasure

Perry Franklin Leasure

Aug 30, 2022

 

Our beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend received his eternal reward on August 30, 2022. Son of Luther Eldon Leasure and Virginia Wolfe Leasure. Born January 17, 1938... age 84 left this world for his heavenly home, peacefully.

He was in the Air Force after high school, 1955 through 1959. Met and married the love of his life...

Richard Lee Behrens

Richard Lee Behrens

Aug 29, 2022

 

Richard L. Behrens, age 86, long-time resident of Canal Winchester, Ohio died on August 29, 2022. He was born at home on April 16, 1936 to the late Harry and Ethel (Oyler) Behrens of Lithopolis, Ohio. He met the love of his life, Dolores Ripley, in Groveport and graduated from Groveport High School in 1954. He served in the...

William Paul Wolter

William Paul Wolter

Aug 25, 2022

 

William Paul Wolter, December 21, 1963 - August 25, 2022. Preceded in death by parents Fritz and Doris Wolter. Survived by sisters Kathy (Chuck) Alberts, Beth (Mike) Glenn, and Carrie (Mike) Pitt. He is also survived by nieces Alexa Alberts and Grace Pitt, nephews Andy Alberts and Will Pitt, stepchildren Brandye Singleton and Jarrod Singleton, and stepgrandchildren Chase and...

Ralph Mayer Geiser Jr.

Ralph Mayer Geiser Jr.

Aug 25, 2022

 

Ralph Mayer Geiser, Jr., passed away on August 25, 2022, at home surrounded by his family.  Ralph is survived by, Janet Geiser, his loving wife of 63 years, and by their five children, 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.  Ralph was known as Sonny to his family and close friends, of which he had many.  Sonny was born in Hamilton,...

Michael Larry Jackson

Michael Larry Jackson

Aug 24, 2022

Michael went to be with the Lord, August 24th, 2022 at 8:47 AM at his home with his family by his side. Michael was born in Baltimore Ohio on September 10th, 1942. He was preceded in death by his Mother Dorothy Basing Jackson – Wetherell, Father Dallas Jackson, Sister Carol Reed, Daughter Tonyea Jackson and Step-Father Robert Wetherell.

Michael resided...

Harry Wozniak

Harry Wozniak

Aug 24, 2022

Harry K Wozniak was actually a magician – yes you heard correctly. 

 

He made magic primarily with a paint brush on canvas, as well as other mediums bringing his interpretations of what he saw to everything from family photos to still life. 

 

Harry made culinary magic in the kitchen, using ingredients grown in the beautiful gardens he designed.

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James Butler

James Butler

Aug 23, 2022

James Ralph Butler passed away on 8/23/22 at the age of 71 in Columbus, Ohio. Jim or Bud, both which he was commonly called, was a long-time Lansdale, PA resident. He graduated from North Penn High School in 1969. He worked at Safeguard Business Systems, later known as Deluxe for thirty-seven years, first in Lansdale then later in Akron, OH. 

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Graydon N Snyder

Graydon N Snyder

Aug 21, 2022

Graydon N. Snyder, husband of 62 years to Ruby Snyder (Erman) was born in Louisville, Ohio, toArthur and Dora Snyder (Schweisberger) on October 4, 1922. He is survived by his children,Regina (Keith) Neer, Duane (Lynn) Snyder, Marlys (Clair) Fralick, and Don (Teresa) Snyder, 16grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

Grady was an Ohio State University graduate. His career centered on education with...

Civilla Carpenter

Civilla Carpenter

Aug 19, 2022

 

Civilla Ann Carpenter passed away Friday August 19th 2022 after a long battle with many health conditions and her body could not fight anymore. She was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her passing. Civilla put up a good fight. 

Civilla by trade was a Beautician and worked as such for many years. She was always willing...

Ranell McClendon

Ranell McClendon

Aug 19, 2022

Ranell McClendon was born on June 17, 1952 at People’s Hospital in Akron Ohio, to parents Charley Williams and Mary Louise Williams. She transitioned peacefully on Friday, August 19, 2022 at Kobacker House in Columbus Ohio.

She lived and worked in Columbus for much of her adult life. She owned and operated a family childcare business for 14 years and...

James Bryan McGrady

James Bryan McGrady

Aug 18, 2022

 

James Bryan McGrady was taken way too soon on August 18, 2022. He was only 39 years old. James was born on December 31, 1982 in Columbus, Ohio to Sharon Auteri and Raymond McGrady Sr. He was a 2001 graduate of the Ohio State Department of Education. James was currently working as a residential remodeler where he was a...

Richard David Niemeyer

Richard David Niemeyer

Aug 17, 2022

Richard “Dick” D. Niemeyer went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on August 17, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family, he was 81. 

Born in Cincinnati Ohio September 12, 1940 to Mathilda (Busch) and Paul C. Niemeyer. Dick served his country in the Army Reserves and was Honorably Discharged May 15, 1968. Dick married his church...

Arlena Sue Winters

Arlena Sue Winters

Aug 17, 2022

Arlena Sue Winters, 72, of Columbus, entered eternal peace on August 17, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Born in 1949 to Len Bailey and Helen Courtney in Columbus, OH, Arlena was the 4th child of five, with her twin sister, Verlena barely beating her for third. She graduated from Westerville High School in 1969, then continued on to work on...

James Philip Ruthers

James Philip Ruthers

Aug 15, 2022

 

James Philip "Jamey/Jim" Ruthers, born July 19th, 1971 in Columbus. Passed away August 15th 2022, also in Columbus after a short illness. Survived by his parents Jim & Maggie Ruthers, his brother Matt (Christie) Ruthers, his partner Lisa Strickland; his niece Maddy Ruthers; his nephew Luke Ruthers, aunts, uncles, cousins & many, many friends. 1989 graduate of Franklin Heights...

Donald Gregory Davis

Donald Gregory Davis

Aug 15, 2022

Don Davis was a distinguished broadcaster, patron of the arts, and most importantly, a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He died peacefully in the Clintonville home he skillfully renovated, preceded in death by his lovely wife of 67 years, Tish Davis. He is survived by the children he loved, Doug Davis, Teresa Sullivan (Patrick), and Kevin Davis (Christine Fleisher). He...

Tony Eldon Lee

Tony Eldon Lee

Aug 14, 2022

 

Tony Lee, Sr. died peacefully at home on August 14th.  He was 60 years old, born in Gallipolis, Ohio and raised in Columbus, Ohio.  He attended Roosevelt Junior High and South High School.  Tony joined the marines after high school and enjoyed music, cooking, sports (he was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Ohio State Buckeyes fan) and spending time...

Carol Lynn Volpi

Carol Lynn Volpi

Aug 14, 2022

 

Carol Lynn Block (Stevens) Volpi, age 74, died on Sunday August 14, at Kobacker House. Carol was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to David and Phyllis (Lindquist) Block. She received her RN BSN degree from Otterbein University and was a dedicated nurse for over 50 years, having worked in the ICU and as a hospice nurse.

 

Carol was...

Rosemarie Emerson

Rosemarie Emerson

Aug 14, 2022

Rosemarie battled cirrhosis of the liver and passed away at 57 years young. She is the daughter of Rosemary Bateman (Pruitt) and Robert Bateman. Rosemarie is preceded in death by her daddy Robert Gene Bateman and husband Scott Emerson .

Rosemarie is survived by her mother, Rosemary Bateman; sister, Bobbie Sue Bateman and brother, William (Bill Morris ); two children,...

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