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John L. Rucker

John L. Rucker

Jan 9, 2025

John L. Rucker, age 76, went to be with his heavenly father on Thursday, January 9, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1948 in Newport News, VA to Elias Jr. and Ruby (Carman) Rucker, who preceded him in death. 

John was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy stationed in Saigon during the Vietnam War. He worked at DSCC for...

Andrew A. Furr

Andrew A. Furr

Jan 8, 2025

Andrew A Furr born February 10, 1965 died January 8, 2025. Andrew was preceded in death by his parents Richard Lako Furr and Arnett Ardine Furr. 

Andrew worked for the petroleum industry for years until he had to retire due to needing a life saving liver transplant in 2008 from the Cleveland Clinic. He went on to volunteer for the Lifeline...

Phyllis Grace Denman

Phyllis Grace Denman

Jan 7, 2025

In the early morning of Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Phyllis Grace Denman (Bossetti) passed from this life into the next at the age of 89 years old.

Phyllis was born February 12, 1935, the second child and first daughter of Grace (Nesser) and Primo Bossetti. She graduated from Westerville High School in 1953 and Franklin University in 1984 with a degree...

Sharon L. Plotner

Sharon L. Plotner

Jan 7, 2025

Sharon L. Plotner, affectionately known as “Mom Nanny,” was born on July 25, 1945, in Lancaster, Ohio. She left this world peacefully on January 7, 2025, after a courageous nine-year battle with ovarian cancer, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Sharon's early years were spent at Association of Ex Pupils Ohio Soldiers' and Sailors' Orphan's Home in Xenia, Ohio, a...

Marcus J. Nicholson

Marcus J. Nicholson

Jan 7, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Marcus Nicholson, who left us on January 7, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born on December 19, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, where he proudly lived most of his life.

Born to Clarence and Elnora Nicholson, Marcus grew up in a loving family alongside his siblings Clarence...

Sheila Ann Riddick

Sheila Ann Riddick

Jan 7, 2025

Sheila Ann Riddick, 76, died on January 7, 2025 at Meadow Grove Transitional Care in Grove City, Ohio, where she was cared for by wonderful staff for three and a half years. Sheila is reunited with her dear friend from Meadow Grove, Anna, who passed away one year prior. 

She was born to Raymond and Lera (Phillips) Lee on February 18,...

Paul Griesemer

Paul Griesemer

Jan 6, 2025

Full obituary is forthcoming from the family.  

Visitation Friday, January 24, 2025 from 2pm until the time of Funeral Service at 4pm at Newcomer, SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH.  

Susan E. Rensch

Susan E. Rensch

Jan 6, 2025

Susan E. Shaffer Rensch, daughter of Norman and Alma Shaffer, passed away on January 6, 2025. She is lovingly survived by husband Jack Rensch; son Peter Rensch, daughter-in-law Louise Godby-Rensch, and two loving granddaughters Amaia Rensch and Marissa Rensch; brother and sister-in-law George and Jackie Shaffer; and sons Matt, Todd, Nick, and their families; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dick and Pat...

Lois Marie Criss

Lois Marie Criss

Jan 6, 2025

Lois Marie Criss was born Nov. 9, 1929 to Ray and Ethel (Brothers) Gill in Akron, Ohio. She loved playing in the orchestra in high school and college. In 1948, while attending the University of Akron, she met and married Everett Robert Criss. The couple had three sons, William, Robert and Karl.

The family moved to many states due to Everett’s...

Marlene A. Smith

Marlene A. Smith

Jan 6, 2025

Marlene Agnes Smith, age 86, passed away peacefully at home January 6, 2025.

She is survived by her loving husband, Danny F. Smith, Son, Mark A. Hale, Brothers, Forrest LeeRoy (Brenda) Morlan, Terry (Kathy) Morlan many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and cherished friends and neighbors.

Marlene is preceded in death by parents, Forrest M. and Louise A. Morlan, siblings,...

Shanti Kashyap

Shanti Kashyap

Jan 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of MomMom was a beacon of love, joy, forgiveness, and unwavering devotion. She was not just a mother but also a cherished Grandma and Great-Grandma, deeply loved by all.She lives on in the hearts of her 4 sons, 2 daughters, 1 son in law, 4 daughters in law, 14 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.Mom dedicated her life to...

Melissa Perkins

Melissa Perkins

Jan 5, 2025

Melissa Perkins, age 47, of Powell, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 to be with Our Lord and Savior.

Raised by her loving parents, Jim and Jane Jolly, Melissa was a devoted daughter, a beloved sister to Lauren, and a compassionate friend to many. Above all, she was a loving and proud mother to her two sons, Aidan (16)...

Kinsley Sara Green

Kinsley Sara Green

Jan 5, 2025

Kinsley Sara Green, Age 3, passed away on January 5th, 2025 at Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH. Kinsley was born on August 4th, 2021 to Mother, Alexus Sara Green . Kinsley survived by her mother, brothers, grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kinsley was loved by everyone who got the honor of knowing her, and will be greatly missed....

Nghiem V. Tran

Nghiem V. Tran

Jan 5, 2025

Nghiem V. Tran, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 5, 2025 at Riverside Hospital surrounded in love by his family. 

Born on October 31, 1957, in Thoi Vinh, Vietnam, to Riem and Sen Tran, Nghiem lived a remarkable life devoted to his family, community, and the pursuit of the American Dream. In 1975, at the age of 18, Nghiem...

Eva Diane Barnett

Eva Diane Barnett

Jan 5, 2025

Eva Diane Barnett, affectionately known as "Grandma Di," left this world on January 5, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on December 27, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, Eva devoted her life to her family and community, making a profound impact on everyone she met.

Her career led her through various beloved positions, including her time with Big Bear and Hearts...

Douglas E. Mooney

Douglas E. Mooney

Jan 5, 2025

Douglas E. Mooney, 47, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Douglas was born December 22, 1977, in Fremont, Ohio to Donald K. and Gloria J. (Nay) Mooney.

He enjoyed gathering with friends and playing Warhammer Fantasy. Over the years he had acquired many armies and played in many tournaments that were local and in other...

Effie Mae Tuller

Effie Mae Tuller

Jan 5, 2025

Effie Mae Tuller, 77, passed away on January 5, 2025. She was born on July 15, 1947 in Monticello, KY.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Tuller Sr., parents, Claude and Pearl Upchurch, siblings, Donald Ray Upchurch, Lythie Ann Upchurch, Elmer Glenn Upchurch, Homer Upchurch, Samuel Upchurch, Joe Upchurch, Jerry Upchurch, Susan K. Colwell.

Surviving family includes children,...

Lee Ellen Thomas

Lee Ellen Thomas

Jan 4, 2025

Lee Ellen Scott Thomas was born to the late Henry and Elza Scott on January 17, 1935 in Holly Grove, Arkansas. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with St. Paul A.M.E. Church. She attended Holly Grove Vocational School. She moved to Columbus, Ohio at the age of 17 to live with Aunt Elva Artis....

Brian Nelson Miller

Brian Nelson Miller

Jan 4, 2025

Brian Nelson Miller, 68, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on January 4th 2025 after a short illness. Brian was born December 15th 1956 in Elmira New York. He was the cherished husband of Vicki Lee Cline Miller for 44 years, having been married on July 4th 1980. He was a devoted Father to daughters Anna Miller (Joshua Holcomb) and Gwyndolyn...

Douglas M. Swisher

Douglas M. Swisher

Jan 3, 2025

Douglas M. Swisher, 79, of Westerville, OH passed away January 3, 2025.

Douglas was born April 19, 1945 in Chicago, IL to Douglas and Sarah (Prickett) Swisher.

He proudly served in the United States Army for several years. Douglas graduated from Ohio State University. He greatly enjoyed collecting coins, stamps and postcards. Douglas was an accomplished writer with several poems published. He...

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