Obituaries

Jan 6, 2020

Beth Ann Noel Porter, beloved sister, mother, aunt and grandmother, age 73, of Gahanna, Ohio, passed away at home, on January 6, 2020.  She was born in Portsmouth, Ohio where she grew up and graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1965. After graduation she moved to Columbus to be closer to her sister so they could raise their families...

Jan 4, 2020

Richard H. Kevan, born 07/26/1931 died peacefully 01/04/2020 surrounded by the love of his family. He called Wellsville, Ohio home from his birth to 1974 when he moved to Upper Arlington, Ohio.  He was predeceased by his parents, Howard and Evelyn (Croft) Kevan, a brother, Denton L. Kevan and a great grandson, Christopher Thomas Anderson-Hood.  He is survived by...

Jan 1, 2020

Marietta Jo Riggs - Schumann, born October 14, 1928 to James and Ethyl (Forsythe) Wright in Terre Haute IN.  She graduated from Wiley High School in Terre Haute. She married Rex S. Riggs September 19, 1948 and they had two daughters Marianne and Lizabeth. After Rex’s passing in September 1988, she married Paul O. Schumann May 5, 1990.

Jan 1, 2020

James (Mudcat) Douglas Midkiff, born January 1st, 1946, passed away January 1st, 2020 after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ursula, their daughter, Helen Jarrells, grandchildren John Jarrells and Christy Jarrells, 5 great-grandchildren, as well as many other extended family members and friends. Jim was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the US Army....

Dec 31, 2019

Alice Jane Baus 80 yrs. Of Grove City Ohio passed away peacefully at home with loving family on December 31, 2019.

Alice was born on August 4, 1939 to the late Byron C. and Doris J. Rees.

She was preceded in death by her husband and love of her life Douglass E. Baus and by...

Dec 28, 2019

Kevin Kristopher Konkler, aka BigKev or KStacks, died unexpectedly on December 28th, 2019 in Amanda, Ohio at the young age of 32.

Kevin is survived by his 4 beautiful children: Aliceya Mary-Ann Konkler, Jaydin Mathew Konkler, Kevin Kristopher Konkler II all of Lancaster, Ohio, and Promise Destini Konkler of Baltimore, Ohio. His siblings: Russell Senig of Thornville,...

Dec 27, 2019

Mary “Marie” Harrison, 88, passed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Friday, December 27, 2019 after a long illness. She was born February 19, 1931 in Kettle Island, Kentucky to the late George and Vestina Jones. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter Laraine Harrison, four brothers George, Charles David, Wayne...

Dec 27, 2019

Sally DeNunzio Hake, age 88, formerly of Franklin Park PA and Warren OH, died on Friday, December 27, 2019 in Columbus OH with her loving family at her side.

Sally was born on May 23, 1931 in Warren, OH, the daughter of the late Guy and Emma (Simoni) DeNunzio.

Sally was preceded in death by...

Dec 27, 2019

William R. Ash, Jr “Bill” passed away peacefully, early Friday morning, December 27, 2019 at 81 years after a two-year battle with cancer. Born in Covington, Kentucky May 5, 1938 to William R and Henrietta B (Gamm) Ash, the oldest of 5 children; graduated from Covington Catholic High School, KY in 1956. Later that year, married Rosalie “Rose” (Gongola)...

Dec 27, 2019

James (Jim) Michael Parris Sr., 75, of Columbus, formerly of Thornville/Buckeye Lake and Dublin, Ohio, peacefully passed away on December 27, 2019, after a long and brave battle with cancer.

Jim was born in Philadelphia, PA, on June 22, 1944, to Rose Marie Kane and Roland Parris, Sr. He is preceded in death by his wife Judy Parris on...

Dec 26, 2019

Stephen D. Russell, Born July 4, 1950 and passed away unexpectedly Dec. 26, 2019, at age 69. 1969 graduate of Whetstone High School, was an avid  OSU  Buckeye Football fan, loved college basketball, golf, car racing (hot rods and classic cars). He was volunteer hole captain at Muirfield Memorial tournament every year for 23 years.  He will be remembered for his...

Dec 26, 2019

Kristi Marie Zorn, 45, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Kristi was born in Akron, on March 2nd, 1974. She graduated from Marysville High School in 1992. Kristi held her state tested nurses assistant certificate for many years. She was very passionate about caring for others and worked...

Dec 24, 2019

Noah M. Rose (Bud), age 98, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, at Worthington Christian Village, Worthington, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Noah and Carrie Rose; his wife of over 50 years, Betty Rose; and his son, Bernard Rose; brothers Lester and Norman; sisters Violet, Della, and Mae.  He is survived by sons Dean (Sharon), Noah...

Dec 23, 2019

Mildred E. Wilbur, age 98, passed away Monday, December 23, 2019 in Worthington, Ohio. Member of Beechwold Christian Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Lawrence E. Wilbur and her brother and sisters. Survived by her son Larry (Mae Ellen) Wilbur and daughter Jane Ann (Ford) Dever, grandchildren Ryan (Veron- ica Lee) Wilbur,  Aaron (Veronica Rose) Wilbur,...

Dec 21, 2019

Laura LaDawn Steinbrook, 30, born November 6,1989, passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2019.

Laura was a carefree spirit who lived her life moment to moment.

Laura loved her son Jordon more than her own life and she supported him the best way she could. Anyone who was ever given the pleasure of meeting Laura...

Dec 21, 2019

Louis H Webb Sr, Columbus Ohio, passed away from this life on December 21, 2019 at the age of 91. He was preceded in death by both parents: Rena and Robert Webb; brother Michael; wife Opal Pulley-Webb; and son Louis H Webb Jr.

Louis served in the United States Army 1945-1947, where he received an Honorable Discharge....

Dec 21, 2019

Roscoe (Ozzie) W. Edwards III, passed away on December 21, 2019 at the age of 70 years old.

Roscoe was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 13, 1949 to Roscoe Edwards Jr and Anna Edwards. Before retiring, Roscoe worked in home repairs and maintenance. He loved to fix things and work with his hands.

He...

Dec 21, 2019

Jason C Davis, age 39, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 21st at home from a massive heart attack.

Jason was born on May 8th, 1980, the 5th child born to Charles and Brenda Davis, in Warren, Ohio. Jason excelled in academics. At the age of 10 he was accepted to Hiram College (Hiram, Ohio) by...

Dec 19, 2019

David Ford Daniels passed away at the age of 75 on December 19th, 2019, peacefully, in his Delaware, Ohio home of 30 years. David was born on February 27th, 1944 to Leonard & Rose Daniels. He fought for his country by serving in the Army and completing his duties in Vietnam. Upon returning home, David worked driving semi-trucks for...

Dec 18, 2019

Karen L. (Gephart) Ward, 76, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019 with her family by her side at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

She was born on October 13, 1943 in Celina, Ohio, the daughter of Robert L. and Victoria A. (Springer) Gephart.  Karen grew up on the family farm in Rockford, Ohio and attended Rockford High School. She...