Obituaries

Rodney Cannon

Jul 10, 2021

Rodney Cannon, 53, went to be with his Lord and Savior at 12:08 a.m. Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

Rodney was born July 6, 1968 in Detroit, Michigan to loving parents Annie Marie Marshall and Johnnie Cannon. Growing up in Saginaw, Michigan, Rodney helped to raise many of his young...

Theresa Sanders

Jul 9, 2021

Theresa Sanders departed this world on Friday July 9, 2021 at Riverside Hospital with her daughter Renee and son in law Carlos at her side during her short illness.    Mom enjoyed trips to the beach, walks in the metro parks, making her world famous brownies for family gathering, watching movies, and sitting in her daughters yard with her...

Alvin Brooks

Jul 8, 2021

With great sorrow we regretfully announce the passing of Alvin "Tony" Anthony Brooks on Thursday, July 8, 2021. Born April 5, 1957.

Tony worked in the trucking industry for over 20 years and had a passion for trucking. He received numerous awards, including the American Truck Driving Championship Excellence Award in Dallas, Texas.

Tony's other interests...

Steven Evans

Jul 7, 2021

Son of Robert E Evans and L. Jean Evans (Stoney) both deceased. Survived by his children Dylan, Aileen and Eliza. Sister and brother in law Susan and Bob Weisshaar. Nephews Philip and Michael (Kristen) Weisshaar.

Jerald Porter II

Jul 7, 2021

Jerald (Deuce, Rob) Robert Porter II, 49, of Columbus, passed away at home on July 7, 2021. He was born on December 23, 1971 in Farmers Branch, Texas to Jerry (Jerald) Robert Porter, and Mary Ann (Middleton) Newell. He grew up in Duncanville, Tx. With his brother Mark Porter (Lindsey Porter). He attended Alexander Elementary, Reed Junior High, Duncanville...

Patrick "Pat" Jones

Jul 4, 2021

Patrick “Pat” William Jones, age 54, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on July 4, 2021 at home.

He is preceded in death by his father Arthur Jones, mother Doris Nutter, brother Donnie Jones Sr., and sister Pamela Sue. Pat is survived by his wife of 30 years Mica Jones, sons Jonathan (Savannah) Jones and Joshua Jones, grandchildren...

Raymond English

Jul 4, 2021

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Raymond Von English, age 35, our beloved son, brother, family member, and friend passed tragically on Sunday July 4, 2021. He was the 104th homicide victim this year.

Those who knew Raymond, even just a little, lost a shining light in their lives. Raymond will forever be remembered for his "life...

Gerald McCoy

Jul 4, 2021

Gerald Franklin McCoy, Sr. of Columbus, Ohio unexpectantly passed away July 4th, 2021, after a short illness. He was born March 13, 1948 at home in Lynn, West Virginia to Oriville H. and JoElla (Thompson) McCoy.   He Graduated from Matewan High School in 1966.   Immediately after graduating high school he proudly served in the Army and was stationed...

Melvyn "Mel" Stegmeier

Jul 1, 2021

Melvyn L. Stegmeier, age 74, passed away 7/1/21 after a long battle with Parkinsons. Mel is the son of James L. and Margaret F. Stegmeier who predeceased him, as well as brothers Don and Ray. Mel is survived by his wife Diane, daughters Paula Johannessen, Kelly (John) Entingh, and Julie (Gary) Martin, sister Shirley (Pat) Makowski, brother Roger Stegmeier, grandchildren Emily, Kayla, Mason, Austin, Justin, Conner, nieces...

Rita Montgomery

Jun 27, 2021

With heavy hearts, the Montgomery family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Rita June (Stafford) Montgomery on June 27, 2021. Her spirit is carried on by her husband, four children and nine grandchildren.

Rita was born on May 21, 1954, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to James and Virginia Stafford. A graduate from Columbus High School, she...

Karen Brockman

Jun 27, 2021

Karen Brockman, age 79, passed away Sunday June 27, 2021 at Riverside Hospital. Preceded in death by her husband Harry. Survived by her sons Jeff (Christine) and Brian (Teresa) Brockman, 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends Friday July 2 from 10- 11 am at SHAW-DAVIS FUNERAL HOMES 4341 N High St. Cols 43214 where service...

Ann Hunger

Jun 27, 2021

Ann Otte Hunger, age 72, passed away at home on Sunday, June 27th, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was born in Springfield, Ohio August 24th, 1948 to the late Richard “Dick” and Marjory Otte.  Ann is lovingly survived by her daughter Samantha (Keith) Hollern and her grandchildren Dylan (Sierra Massey), Ethan and Sydney; her brothers John Otte (Libby),...

Janet Mathes

Jun 26, 2021

Janet Mathes, loving Mother, Grandmother and Faithful Servant

Janet Mathes, age 84, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 at Worthington Christian Village.

Janet was a faithful wife, loving Mother & devoted Grandmother to 12 grandchildren. She will be remembered for her great smile and compassion. Janet loved her family and was a loyal & faithful...

Gerald "Gerry" Reeves

Jun 25, 2021

On June 25, 2021, everyone’s best friend, Gerald Reeves left this world and made his way to the next. Incapable of using his “inside” voice, the heavenly greeting committee heard him from a mile away.

Gerry is survived by: his sister-in-law Cathern (Reeves) Henline, nephew Colin Reeves, and niece Jordyn Reeves of Bluffton, SC. His brother Steven Reeves, mother Marlene (Charnisky) Reeves, and...

Jacey Knapp

Jun 23, 2021

Jacey Louise Knapp, 21 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 23, 2021. She was at home surrounded by her family. Jacey was born November 24,1999 to Janet Turner (Knapp) and James Knapp. She is survived by her brothers James (Erica) Knapp Jr, Jaret Knapp, Coty (Whitney) Bays, sister Jasmine (Jamar) Knapp, and sister/cousin Allexus (Dustin) Scott. Nephews...

Kimberly Fankell

Jun 20, 2021

Kimberly Denise Fankell, age 44, joined her Mommy in Heaven on June 20, 2021.

Kim loved spending her time outdoors in her garden and playing with animals. She also enjoyed time spent in the kitchen baking and cooking for those she loved.

She is survived by her Daddy Robert Fankell, three sisters Terri (Tim) Townsend,...

Irene Kaeding

Jun 19, 2021

Mrs Irene Ann Kaeding, the daughter of the late Louis and May Pelletier of New York City, born October 16, 1928 in Manhattan NYC.  She grew up in The Bronx, NYC, baptized, confirmed, and married at the First Lutheran Church of Throgs Neck; schooled at PS 14, Christopher Columbus High School and was graduated from Hunter College in Manhattan,...

Robert "Bob" Deis

Jun 19, 2021

Robert “Bob” Eugene Deis, 81, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on June 19th, 2021, surrounded by his loving family and beloved dog, Sassy. Bob was born April 26, 1940 in Dayton, Ohio to Marie (Buehler) Deis and Alfred E. Deis. He graduated from Chaminade High School (1958) in Dayton and The Ohio State University. Bob was...

Sheryl Foti

Jun 17, 2021

Sheryl Foti passed away on June 17th, 2021. She was born on November 7, 1950 to John W. Slyh and Marylou Dodd Slyh of Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Upper Arlington High School Class of 1968, a proud graduate of The Ohio State University, and a lifelong resident of central Ohio.

Sherry was a member of Jersey Baptist...

Ritchie Smith

Jun 17, 2021

Ritchie Edward Smith, age 68, passed away suddenly, Thursday, June 17, 2021.

Preceded in death by father, George Robert Smith.

Survived by mother, Martha Elizabeth Webb-Smith. Wife, Anita Baca; brother, Robert Smith; Brother, Doug Smith; daughter, Tabitha Chesser (Mike); daughter, Celea Drake (Geoffrey); stepdaughter, Connie Baca. Grandchildren Nicholas Chesser; Anthony Chesser; Lux Drake; Mara Baca-Shafer;...