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Pedrito Apoong Galupo

Pedrito Apoong Galupo

Dec 31, 2024

Dr. Pedrito (Pete) Apoong Galupo died on the morning of December 31, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio while listening to his favorite hymn “How Great Thou Art.” He was 89 years old. 

Pete was born June 29, 1935 in Kalasungay, Bukidnon on the island of Mindanao in The Philippines. He was the 5th of 10 children born to Pedro and Pilar Galupo....

Melissa Ellen Swider

Melissa Ellen Swider

Dec 30, 2024

Melissa (Missy) Ellen (Hunt) Swider passed peacefully away on December 30, 2024 after a brief and unexpected illness. Her beloved husband and "The Captain of her heart", Karl, was by her side. Known for her beautiful and artistic soul; she loved music, laughter, nature, watercolors, dogs, family and friends....and the list goes on and on. She was a shining light...

Floyd Collins

Floyd Collins

Dec 29, 2024

Floyd Collins, a devoted son, brother, uncle, and cousin, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 69 in Dublin, Ohio. Born on August 5, 1955, in Covington, Kentucky, Floyd was the beloved son of Armer Ray Collins and Judy Nadine Collins. His life journey took him through Cincinnati, Ohio, and Plant City, Florida, before he settled in...

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy

Dec 27, 2024

Roberta Sanders-Kennedy sadly passed away on December 27th, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on November 16, 1948. A visitation from 10am to 11am and service to follow will take place at Shaw-Davis Funeral Home Clintonville Chapel, 4341 North High Street Columbus, Ohio 43214. She will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Joan Janien Kettell

Joan Janien Kettell

Dec 27, 2024

Joan Janien Kettell (nee. Sauer) Sauer passed from this world on 12/27/2024, peacefully in her sleep while at home in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on 11/9/1939 to William Henry Sauer and Rosezella Lucille Sauer (nee. Markwood) in Columbus, Ohio. Joan was surrounded by loved ones and friends in her last days after battling colon cancer. 

She is preceeded in death...

Julie Kelley

Julie Kelley

Dec 26, 2024

On Thursday December 26th, 2024 Julie Ann Kelley passed away. Julie was born June 26th,1963 to late Ruth E. Boggs & Curtis E. Boggs, Sr. She resided in Columbus Ohio where she attended 11th ave School. 

 Julie Ann Kelley is survived by her long time partner Ray Owens, Her son James Osborn (Samantha) and Granddaughter Skylar Osborn.

She leaves behind her beloved...

Brent Julian Ingland

Brent Julian Ingland

Dec 26, 2024

Brent Julian Ingland, born on March 29, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion that touched the lives of many.

Brent enjoyed his career as a locksmith. Known for his unwavering commitment to helping others, he was the person many turned to for assistance, regardless of the situation. Brent...

Robert John Geist

Robert John Geist

Dec 25, 2024

Robert John Geist

March 18,1926—December 25, 2024

Robert J. Geist, age 98, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away quietly on December 25, 2024. He was born in Lakewood, Ohio to the late Walter and Elizabeth Geist. He is predeceased by a brother, Richard Gerard. Bob is survived by his children, Larry (Andrea) Geist, Jeff (Karen) Geist, and Lisa (Andy) Politz; also six grandchildren....

Michael Anthony Tynan

Michael Anthony Tynan

Dec 23, 2024

Details regarding Michael’s calling hours and celebration of life were updated on 1/3/2025 due to expected inclement weather. Please see updated details below.

Michael Anthony Tynan, born on September 21, 1943, in Toledo, Ohio, passed away on December 23, 2024, at Wesley Glen Health Center in Columbus, Ohio. Michael’s life was marked by a profound commitment to faith, family, and service,...

Brandon Ivan Cruzado

Brandon Ivan Cruzado

Dec 22, 2024

It is with deep sadness and heartbreak that we announce the death of Brandon Cruzado, 39, who passed away on December 22, 2024. Brandon lived a life marked by resilience, humor, and love. He was a beloved husband, father, son, and brother.

Brandon’s life was one of profound depth, filled with meaningful relationships that exuded love and loyalty. Despite the challenges...

Laura Marie Hopkins

Laura Marie Hopkins

Dec 21, 2024

Laura Hopkins

11-17-1941 - 12-21-2024

Laura was born to the late Floyd and Edith (Henry) Buzzard.

She was the sixth child of a large family of nine Bill (Gloria) Buzzard, Floyd (Betty) Buzzard, Annabel (Bill) King, James (Joyce) Buzzard, Betty McIntosh, Harry Buzzard, Carol (Reb) Hennig, Virgina (Paul) White with too many nieces and nephews to name

Five children Deborah (Darrel) Howell, Shelby Hopkins,...

John Schneider

John Schneider

Dec 21, 2024

John J. Schneider Jr, 73, U.S. Army Reserve Veteran passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21st, 2024. Survived by his loving wife of 51 years Anna (Nina) Schneider, son John J. Schneider III, daughter Andrea Marie Decarlo Roberts, grandsons Joseph Angelo Decarlo and Michael Anthony Decarlo, and niece Jodi K. Miller. Preceded in death by father John (Jack) J. Schneider...

Joan Welter

Joan Welter

Dec 21, 2024

Joan Elizabeth Gstader Welter was born to Norbert and Florence Gstalder on February 7, 1938 in Toledo, Ohio. She was raised in the shadow of the High Level Bridge in Good Shepherd Parish on Toledo’s Eastside. Her Dad worked at an oil refinery.

She loved her two older brothers, Jack, 13 years older and Bob, 10 years older.

She was a child...

Margaret L. "Peg" Wentz

Margaret L. "Peg" Wentz

Dec 19, 2024

Margaret L. "Peg" Wentz (Hemlinger), 83, passed away peacefully on Dec. 19, 2024, surrounded by family at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She is survived by her devoted husband, Don Wentz; sister, Sandy Renner (Lee): grandson, James "Max" Tobin; and best friend Karen Havreberg, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Peg was born to Robert and Kathryn Hemlinger on June 22,...

Jay Michael Roach

Jay Michael Roach

Dec 19, 2024

Jay Michael Roach, 65, of Martins Ferry, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with an extended illness. He was born on July 19, 1959, in East Liverpool, Ohio, to Richard C Roach and Ava A Roach.

Jay dedicated 33 years of his career to Lamar Advertising as an Operations Manager, where he was a trusted...

Thurman Clifford Farmer

Thurman Clifford Farmer

Dec 17, 2024

On 12/17/2024 Thurman C. Farmer ( Bub, Thurm, Chicker Bob) passed away at Riverside Methodist Hospital with his sister at his side at the age of 49.

 Thurman C. Farmer was born on 04/16/1975 at the Naval Regional Medical Center at Camp Lejeune Onslow North Carolina to the late Jimmy Rex Farmer and the late Deborah Jane Church. He graduated from...

Robert Lee Burton

Robert Lee Burton

Dec 17, 2024

Bob Burton of Columbus, Ohio passed peacefully on December 17, 2024. He was born on December 15, 1946 to the late Robert E and Edna L Burton. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his daughter Charlotte Annette and sister Patricia.

Bob is survived by his children, Brenda (Tav) McClellen, Samantha (John) Thomas, Bobby Burton, Tiffany (Jake) McWhirter and...

July Rose Derryberry Tomasi

July Rose Derryberry Tomasi

Dec 16, 2024

July Rose Derryberry Tomasi, age 62 of Columbus, Ohio, departed this life on Monday, December 16, 2024. Born on Independence Day 1962 in Lima, Ohio, July brought her own kind of fireworks to the world through her artistic vision and creative spirit. She graduated from Lima Senior High School in 1980 and continued her studies at the Ohio Institute of...

Napoleon Bissaillon

Napoleon Bissaillon

Dec 16, 2024

Napoleon Joseph Bissaillon, 58, of Dickson, TN, died December 16, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. 

He was born on July 30, 1966, in Fairbanks, Alaska. 

He worked in a variety of jobs and excelled as a manager and a human resource manager. He believed that whatever job he had, he had to perform it to the best of his ability. 

He made the most...

Kathryn Ann Harris

Kathryn Ann Harris

Dec 16, 2024

Kathryn Ann Harris (Smith), 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 16, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 1st 1948 in Columbus, Ohio daughter to the late Arthur and Helen (Pinnick) Smith. 

Kathryn was a compassionate, loving mother and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and loved animals.

Kathryn is survived by her children, Gina(Mike)...

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