Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas

Carol A Jeffrey

Carol A Jeffrey

Jan 25, 2025

Carol Ann Jeffrey 74, of Columbus, Ohio was called to be with the Lord on January 25, 2025. Carol A. Jeffrey was born on January 15, 1951 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of John Jeffrey and Ada (Holtz) Jeffrey .

She was preceded in death by her father John Jeffrey, mother Ada (Holtz) Jeffrey and son Edward L. Swift. Sisters Mary...

Karen Ann Helm

Karen Ann Helm

Jan 19, 2025

Karen Ann Helm, 56 Passed Away on 01/19/2025, At Grant Medical center She Was The Wife Of Mario Bernard Helm, They Shared 30 years of Marriage Together, She was Born In wheeling West Virginia. 

She was The Daughter Of George Wesley Imer and Shelba Jean Imer, She graduated Bridgeport Highschool, She Loved To Cook, Bake, Ride around the city Etc. She...

Retha Margaret Sutherland

Retha Margaret Sutherland

Jan 15, 2025

Retha M. Sutherland, 75, went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2025 surrounded by family. Retha was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Thelma Sutherland and grandsons, AJ and Noah. Survived by daughter, Michelle (Mike) Ebbesen, son, Daniel (Tonya) Griffith, grandchildren: Melissa (Scott), Kristen (Brandon), Matthew, Corey (Shelby) and Anthony (Ella), great grand daughter Mia...

Rochelle B Lockett

Rochelle B Lockett

Jan 13, 2025

Rochelle B. Lockett, 64 years old passed on Jan 13, 2025 at home wife and partneR of willie,L. Lockett married 43 years Born In Baltimore Maryland daughter of Barbara Jean Merrit and Joe Duro she was a Member of world harvest church she really enjoyed spending time with her family and doing crossed puzzies, and coloring We love her pretty...

Thomas C Meier

Thomas C Meier

Jan 13, 2025

Thomas C. Meier, 71 passed away early Monday morning, Jan 13th, 2025, at home with his wife Sheri, son Paul, and dog Stitch at his side.

Born in Columbus, Ohio, he was the son of Walter and Margaret Meier, the son in love of Don and Betty Smith, and Barbara (Chick) Thomas. Tom is survived by his wife, Sheri, sharing 32...

Shalonda Ann Lewis

Shalonda Ann Lewis

Jan 10, 2025

Born to PauL R.Lewis And Sharon K. Mitchell Cowan.

Sister: Natasha E-Turner, Samantha Chapa, LaTonya Howard, (Grandson) Amias Lewis

Children: Savannah, Shaniya Sayvion Lewis

Aunt (Beatrice Mitchell) Uncle Chifton Mitchell) Stepfather(Carlos T, Alexander) Rodney Cowan Niece and Nephews and a host of Cousins

Dillon Joseph Haggy

Dillon Joseph Haggy

Jan 10, 2025

Dillon Joseph Haggy, age 27 of Columbus Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on Friday January 10, 2025. He was born on August 27, 1997 to parents Holly Jo Haggy(Tanner) and Adam Joseph Haggy. He resided on the west side of Columbus for his entire life, and attended Franklin Heights High School.

Dillon was a passionate video gamer. He also enjoyed going to...

Larry J Amato

Larry J Amato

Jan 7, 2025

Larry J. Amato age 84 passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday January 7th, 2025 at Dublin Methodist Hospital. Larry was born in Richwood, Ohio on March 19, 1940 to the late Joseph M. & Lottie J. Amato. After graduating from Marion-Harding High School class of 1958, Larry joined the United States Navy where he served our country for 4 years a...

Shirley M Hall

Shirley M Hall

Jan 4, 2025

There will be a viewing held on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 10am  at Families First Cremation and Funeral at Edwards located at 1166 Parsons Ave, Columbus Ohio 43206.  Followed by a burial at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens at 1130am

Harold Gene Triplett

Harold Gene Triplett

Jan 3, 2025

Harold Gene Triplett, age 72, of Columbus, Ohio, passed =away unexpectedly on January 3, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1952, to Roxie Jane Triplett and David Donald Triplett in Columbus. Harold was a 1971 graduate of Columbus South High School. Harold was devoted to his family and was very proud of his two nephews. He was always willing...

John Russell Banks

John Russell Banks

Jan 1, 2025

Mr. John R. Banks, 71, of Columbus, Ohio, passed  away peacefully on January 1, 2025.

A celebration of John's life will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 11am to 1pm at Families First Edwards Funeral Home, located at 1166 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206.

Zhaliyah Taylor Phillips

Zhaliyah Taylor Phillips

Dec 22, 2024

There will be a visitation held on Friday January 17, 2025 at 11am with a chapel service to start at 1pm.  Services will be held at Families First at Edwards located at 1166 Parsons Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43206

John Frederick Williams

John Frederick Williams

Dec 19, 2024

John Frederick “Rick” Williams, November 5th 1957-December 19th 2024.

Rick passed away in his home on Thursday, after years of health complications from diabetes. He enjoyed scuba diving, computers, and playing hearts with his friends and children. He enjoyed life but felt deep sorrow from many losses in his life. He retired from The Ohio State University where he worked most...

Jack Thomas Hamilton

Jack Thomas Hamilton

Dec 19, 2024

Jack Thomas Hamilton born June 1st, 1986 (38 yrs old) died suddenly on December 19th, 2024. He owned Redbeards Hauling LLC. 

Jack leaves behind his loving fiancé Mekenna Benner, mother Laurie Hamilton, children Nathan Hamilton, Madison Hamilton, McKenzie Hamilton and William Hamilton. Grandmother Brenda Kirkbride. Aunts/Uncles Shawnda (Daryl) Yoder, Ed (Dwayne) Hickman, John Bushby, David (Jeri) Rogers and Chester Rogers. Cousins...

Kenyetta Shazier

Kenyetta Shazier

Dec 19, 2024

Kenyetta Shazier was born on December 14, 1972, in Port Huron, Michigan. She was the daughter of Annie Shazier. She departed this life at home on December 19, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.

Kenyetta affectionately known as “Ken,” received her early education from the Ohio Public Schools and attended Briggs High School. She was employed at the Ohio State Fair as a...

Gertrude Bondurant

Gertrude Bondurant

Dec 18, 2024

Gertrude Bondurant was born July 13, 1931, and peacefully left this earth on December 18, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. 

Gertrude is preceded in death by her husband Isaiah Bondurant, son Steven Bondurant and daughters Florance and Bridgette Bondurant. Gertrude affectionately known as Ms. B was a East High School graduate and attended Columbus State. 

She worked many jobs...

Polly Kay Moore

Polly Kay Moore

Dec 17, 2024

Polly K. Moore (88 years old) passed away on December 17, 2024. Polly, wife of Harold Moore, lived in Pickerington, Ohio, they shared 40 years of marriage. 

Born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, Polly was the daughter of Harry and Myrtle Clark. 

Polly was named Rose Queen in 1954. She was a long time member of the United Methodist Church, most recently attending...

Scott Edward Noffsinger

Scott Edward Noffsinger

Dec 16, 2024

Scott Edward Noffsinger, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. Born on April 20, 1960, in West Milton, Ohio,  Scott lived a life rich with love for his family and an unwavering passion for the great outdoors, NASCAR, and football.

Scott was a devoted husband to his wife Rosa Noffsinger. Together...

Cynthia Cromwell Adams

Cynthia Cromwell Adams

Dec 15, 2024

Cynthia Cromwell Adams December 15, 2024 Cynthia Cromwell Adams was born on June 17 1960 in Columbus Ohio. "Cinnie" to her family passed away peacefully on December 15 2024 at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. She was 64 years of age. She was a Bearcat, graduating from Brookhaven High School being one of the first groups of black students...

Virginia Opal Gregg

Virginia Opal Gregg

Dec 7, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia (Ginny) Opal Gregg, on December 7, 2024, at the age of 96. Virginia was born on October 2, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan, to Harley and Margretta Gant.

Virginia met the love of her life and beloved husband of 68 years, Robert (Bob) Gregg, at her alma mater, Mechanicsburg High...