Feb 16, 2025

Michael “Mike” Linden Reed, aged 81 of Columbus, Ohio, died February 16, 2025 of complications from COPD. 

Mike was a Navy veteran who served on a destroyer during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Once back on land, he said he’d seen enough of the ocean for a lifetime and never went back. Instead, he married the love of his life and settled...

Feb 16, 2025

Robert M. Bready, affectionately known as "Bready," was born on October 10, 1966, in Columbus, OH. He passed away on February 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth.

A beloved figure in his community, Bready worked at Phillip's Coney Island, a favorite place where he formed meaningful connections with coworkers and patrons alike. He had a kind heart,...

Feb 16, 2025

Billy G. Ramey Jr. was born on January 28, 1953, in Williamson, West Virginia. He passed away on February 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and family.

Billy dedicated 25 years of his life to COTA before retiring. He was known for his skills as a Master Welder and often described himself as a "Jack of all...

Feb 16, 2025

Carolyn Kay Blackburn, 85, of Columbus, OH, passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1939 in Portsmouth, OH.

Kay grew up in Minford Ohio and graduated from Minford High School in 1957. She attended The Capital School of Beauty Culture in Columbus, OH graduating in 1958. She enjoyed a career as a beautician until becoming a...

Feb 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Cherup on February 16, 2025, at the age of 70.

John was a loving husband to Michele, a proud father to Brandon and Tyler (& Thein), and a cherished grandfather to Aerial and Kipp. He is survived by his mother, Marilyn; sister Vicki and Mike Hicks; brother Ricky and his wife Debroah;...

Feb 16, 2025

Carmen Soto, age 98, passed away on February 16, 2025. She was born on February 15, 1927 to the late Petrona Coto Robles and Jose Robles Arroyo. She is preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, David Melendez Baez; second husband, Juan Soto Velez; and child, David Melendez Robles. She is survived by her daughter, Carmen M. Melendez...

Feb 16, 2025

Kathryn L. LePage, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Thomas LePage; her parents, William and Alice Callaghan; and her brothers, John and Michael Callaghan.

 Kathryn is survived by her four loving children, Kim (Devon), Katie (Doug), Edward, and Keri (Kyle); her cherished...

Feb 16, 2025

Rosalie Ann (Smith) McCoy, born July 6, 1939, passed away peacefully at home with her family on Sunday, February 16th, 2025. Rose was born and raised in the Short North, Columbus, Ohio. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Smith. She graduated from Central High School, Class of 1957, and retired from real estate in 2008.

Besides her parents, Rose is...

Feb 16, 2025

Carolyn Joyce Perkins July 17, 1957 to February 16, 2025

The world got a little darker when Carolyn Joyce Perkins, 67, of Columbus, Ohio, closed her big beautiful brown eyes for the last time at home after a brief and courageous battle with cancer on February 16, 2025.

She was born in Dayton, OH in 1957 to Janet and Neal Perkins, M.D....

Feb 16, 2025

Rev. Dr. Ronald Barry Warren, 80, resident of Grove City, Ohio, passed away on February 16th, 2025 from natural causes. Dr. Warren was born in Sandusky, Ohio on November 22, 1944. His parents were Evelyn Hirt and Kenneth Warren, with two brothers, Jimmy and Chester Warren, and one sister, Wilma Agosti. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of...

Feb 16, 2025

Pitsamai “Pen” Gambill, 78, of Columbus, passed away in the early morning of February 16, 2025. She was born in Bangkok, Thailand on May 10,1946. She married Roger Gambill on July 4, 1971, and he preceded her in passing in 1995. 

Those left to cherish the memories of Pen and love filled food created by her masterful hands include, daughters, Ruth...

Feb 16, 2025

Donna Marie Gunn, age 73, of Columbus, Ohio, went to be with the Lord in Heaven on February 16, 2025, in the comfort of her son's home. Born on January 22, 1952, in Peoria, Illinois, she was the cherished daughter of the late Clyde Witherspoon and Norma Pence.

Donna's life, though brightened by many joyful moments, also bore the weight of...

Feb 15, 2025

Adela Mekush, 85, of Dublin, passed away February 15, 2025. She was born in Puerto Rico on November 30, 1939 to the late Antonio and America (Arce) Negron. She married Joseph Mekush and he preceded her in death on January 14, 2019. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Adela was preceded in death by her sisters, Emma Negron and America...

Feb 15, 2025

Anjali, born on October 3, 1978, in Haryana, India, was a beacon of faith, love, and unwavering resilience. On February 15, 2025, at 6:15 a.m., she peacefully transitioned from this world at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, entering into the eternal embrace of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whom she loved with all her heart. Her departure...

Feb 15, 2025

Joan Elizabeth (Hoffman) Shoults, 67, of Delaware, OH, passed away February 15, 2025, at home. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

 Joan was born on October 4, 1957, in Washington, DC, to Rosemary (Dougherty) Saghy and Richard Hoffman, both originally from Canton, OH. Joan grew up in Akron, OH, and graduated from Firestone...

Feb 15, 2025

Judith Lynn Coyne, affectionately known for her unwavering love of family, passed away peacefully on February 15, at the age of 83. Born on September 6, 1941, in Aurora, Illinois, Judy was a beacon of warmth and kindness to all who knew her and was known for her glamour, style and grace. In 1959 she met and married the love...

Feb 15, 2025

Feb 15, 2025

Betty Louise Bergin, a vibrant spirit and devoted family matriarch, passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on June 2, 1935, Betty's journey through life was marked not only by her love of family but also by her passion for exploration and healing.

Betty was a true world traveler, calling seven different states home throughout her...

Feb 15, 2025

Nancy Anne Kinman, a cherished member of her family and St. John's Church community, passed away peacefully at her home in Grove City on February 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 10, 1933, in Columbus, Ohio, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication.

Nancy graduated from West High School in Columbus. She spent four...

Feb 14, 2025

Richard James “RJ” Walker, 67, passed peacefully on February 14, 2025 following a short illness. He was born June 18, 1957 in Syracuse, NY and was a 1975 graduate of West Genesee High School, as well as, a very proud alumnus of The Ohio State University where he established life-long friendships and a love for The Buckeyes.

RJ was preceded in...