Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Columbus and surrounding areas
Lisa Jeanie (Schott) Hiles
Dec 14, 2017
Lisa Jeanie Hiles (Schott), 54, passed away December 14, 2017.
She was born January 23, 1963 to Marvin and Diane Schott in Columbus, OH.
Surviving her include her mother, children; Amanda Morrison, Heather Ryan, Jacqueline Morrison and Zachary Hiles, sister Lori Hunley and grandchildren; D.J. Ryan, Brooke Weekley, Katie Weekley, Hannah Weekley, James Weekley, Aleigha...
Lenda Wallace
Dec 10, 2017
Lenda K Wallace, 65, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2017 in Columbus, OH. She was born January 21, 1952 to Jim Rendle and Adell Strange in Center, TX. Public viewing will be held Tuesday December 19, 2017 from 11am-12pm with a service to follow from 12pm-1pm at Edwards Funeral Service 1166 Parsons Ave Columbus, OH 43206.

Charles Roosevelt Greenwald
Dec 9, 2017
Charles Roosevelt Greenwald born May 28, 1934, passed away peacefully at Mt. Carmel West Hopsital on December 9, 2017. He was a Korean War Veteran, USMC. He was preceeded in death by parents Katie and Charles Greenwald; son Tommy Bernard and beloved pet Budweiser. He is survived by four children Michael (Robin) Greenwald, Charles E Greenwald, Susie (Fred) Ward,...
Norma Marie Bliss
Dec 7, 2017
Norma “Bliss” (née McAllister) died peacefully in Columbus, Ohio on December 7, 2017 at the age of 68. Bliss was a mighty force of nature with a quick wit, a legendary love of cake and mimosas, and a personal style that was recognized in a book called Advanced Style. A business owner with her original brick and mortar store...
Hubert Froesch
Dec 3, 2017
Hubert Adolph Froesch, 84, of Columbus, OH, died on Sunday, December 3. Born on June 15, 1933 in Ford City, PA, he was the son of Joseph and Josephine Froesch. Hubert was a Korean War Veteran and lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Pirates fan who will be missed deeply. He is survived by sisters Ann Froesch and Bernadette Froesch...

Norma Mae Mapp
Dec 1, 2017
Norma Mae Mapp, 88 years old, passed away Dec. 01, 2017 after a long illness.
She was preceded in death by parents George B. and Ellen E. Bailey Haynes, brothers Ronald, William , George Jr., and Edward Haynes, sisters Bernice Cathy, Madge Wells and grandson Jeffery Snuggs.
Norma was born September 26, 1929 and raised...

Anna Marie Murray
Dec 1, 2017
Anna Marie Murray, 30, passed away December 1, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio
She was born November 17, 1987 in Columbus, Ohio to her parents, John and Teresa Murray
She is survived by her father, John Murray and her paternal grandmother, Helen Chapman; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends.
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Ronald Karl Burford
Nov 30, 2017
Ronald K. (Ron) Burford, 71, passed peacefully at his home in Columbus, OH home on November 30, 2017. Ron was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine division during Vietnam and was honorably discharged August 30, 1968 with the rank of Corporal. He was awarded the Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, National...
Paula June Kennedy
Nov 28, 2017
Paula June Kennedy born September 23rd 1971 passed away peacefully with her family by her side November 28th 2017 Paula enjoyed spending time with her family and throwing darts Paula leaves behind to cherish her memories her two wonderful children Joshua Wayne (kayla) Kennedy and Kaylee Michelle (Cj) Kennedy also surviving Paula is her wonderful companion of five years...
Fred Donald Brooks
Nov 24, 2017
Fred Donald Brooks Jr., 48, passed away November 24, 2017 in Columbus, OH
He was born July 7, 1969 in Columbus, OH to Fred Donald Brooks Sr. and Rosa Marie Lewis
Fred will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held to honor the life of...
Carl Ernest Atkins Sr.
Nov 21, 2017
On Tuesday, November 21, 2017, God called home his son Carl Atkins Sr to be with him in the Kingdom of Heaven.
Carl was born on July 5, 1950 in Harlem, New York a son of Rosalie Atkins and Henry Jones.
Carl completed his education and moved to Youngstown, OH to further his position in...
Jerry Martin Jr
Nov 21, 2017
Jerry Martin, Jr., age 72, born September 1, 1945, in Belzoni, Mississippi, answered his ultimate call and made his transition on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at the Whitehall Manor Nursing Facility in Columbus, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry Martin, Sr. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving and faithful caregiver, Evelyn F. Martin;...
Frederick Wesley Clinkscale
Nov 20, 2017
Frederick W. Clinkscale, 62 of Columbus, OH, who passed away on November 20, 2017. He is survived by his sister Karnina Clinkscale (Titus); Brother Derrick Clinkscale, Turil Clinkscale, Gabriel Clinkscale Sr. and a multitude of children, nieces, nephews, and friends. Private arrangements have been made for the immediate family.
Nichole Marie Simmons
Nov 16, 2017
Nichole Marie Simmons, 48, daughter of the late Martin E. Simmons and Mary Harris Simmons was called home to be with the lord after a long lengthy illness. Nichole was a very happy out-going person who loved music, video games, and watching music. She was a kid at heart and loved children. She was of Baptist faith and a...
Phillip Maurice Fugate II
Nov 16, 2017
Phillip Maurice Fugate II, age 61 from Columbus, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2017. He was born on August 23, 1956 and graduated from South High School in 1974. Several years ago he was a member of Renners racing team and also worked as a truck driver, driving big rig trucks across county.
He was preceded...

Nancy Ann (Barnhill) Hudson
Nov 16, 2017
Nancy Ann Hudson, 53, passed away November 16, 2017 in Columbus, OH.
She was born September 01, 1964 to the late Paul Barnhill and Shirley Leonard in Detroit, Michigan.
Surviving her include sons Cody and Steven Hudson; brothers Jeff (Susan) Barnhill and Kevin Barnhill and one sister Jude (Tom) Wilson.
Nancy will be...
Mark Allan Blanchard
Nov 16, 2017
Mark Allan Blanchard, age 46 of Columbus passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017. He was born on October 15, 1971 in Martins Ferry, Ohio son of Allan and Jacqueline Blanchard. Mark attended Bridgeport schools, then at age 15, Job Corps, Pittsburgh, for Culinary school. He never married or had his own children, but was a father figure to many. ...
Mergina Lee Bailey
Nov 7, 2017
Mergina Lee Bailey, 56 of Pataskala OH. died November 7th, 2017. “Gina” “Mother” “Caretaker”. After a battle with heart complications passed from a heart attack the morning of November 7th, 2017. She is survived by her sons Thomas Joseph Olsieski III, Jacob Edward Olsieski and Bradley Thomas Olsieski; grandsons Thomas Olsieski IV and Jason Tackett and family Mother Arlene...

Jeffry Marshall Vaught
Nov 7, 2017
Jeffry Marshall Vaught, 59, passed away November 07, 2017 in Columbus, OH. He was born December 19, 1957 to the late Warren and Agnes Vaught. He is survived by sisters Bonnie (Thomas) Doerner and Cynthia (Kevin Annest) Vaught, niece Sarah (Travis) Thomas and great nieces Skylar Brotman and Savannah Thomas. Preceded in death by his parents. Jeffry was an...
Carolyn Messer
Nov 5, 2017
Carolyn Messer, 40, Passed away on November 5, 2017 in Columbus, OH
Carolyn was born at on September 10, 1977 in Columbus, OH.
She is survived her Husband William D Linn; Children Kaylynn Patete, James Mitchell, Karalinah King and Isaiah King; Mother Diana Messer; Siblings Edward White, Margo Decker, Flo Baskin,...