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James Snyder
Apr 19, 2017
James R, Snyder, age 92, of Columbus, passed away April 19, 2017 at Kensington Place. Jim had a strong faith in the Lord and was a longtime member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Retired stationary engineer from Children's Hospital, where he enjoyed working. Jim was an avid woodworker and a member of Gallipolis Boat Club.
Preceded in death...
Marie Bugh
Apr 18, 2017
Marie Bugh, age 100, of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord on April 18. 2016. Former member of Hope Lutheran Church and current member of Spirit and Truth Fellowship.
Preceded in death by husband, James Bugh; grandson, James Patrick Bugh; son-in-law, David L. Harris; daughters-in-law, Terry Bugh and Melinda Bugh.
Survived by children,...

Joan Will
Apr 9, 2017
On Monday April 9th Joan W. Will passed on at The Wexner Center in Columbus Ohio. Joan was preceded in death by her beloved husband James. Her parents Helen and Sheldon D. Johnson Sr., brothers Sheldon Jr., Bill and Jerry. Survived by sons Dennis (Rita) Will, and Chris Bodish ( Debra), grandchildren Victoria and Richard of Illinois . A...

Suzanne Sheaf
Apr 5, 2017
Suzanne "Nina" Sheaf, age 68, of London, passed away April 5, 2017 at Madison Health Hospital. Born May 26, 1948 in Springfield, Ohio. She worked as a Legal Secretary for the Ohio Attorney General's Office. Nina liked to crochet but her true love was her grandchildren and spending time with family. Preceded in death by her father, Max Brownstein....
Ralph Geyer Sr
Apr 3, 2017
Ralph L. Geyer Sr., age 83, of Grove City, passed away April 3, 2017 at Kobacker House. U.S. Air Force Veteran (Ret) Tech. Sgt. after 20 years Honorable service, with 2 tours in Vietnam. Member of Heritage Free Will Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by parents, Norman and Helen Geyer; grandson, Teddy Reeder; son-in-law, Paul Reeder; siblings,...
Shirley Match
Mar 28, 2017
Shirley A. Match, age 80, of Groveport, Ohio, passed away March 28, 2017. Member of Groveport Zion Lutheran Church where she sang in the choir, participated in the bell choir and was active in the women's church organizations. She was treasurer of Columbus Damenchor and served on committees for the Columbus Maennerchor. Also a member of Groveport Madison Lions...

Richard Holmes
Mar 4, 2017
Richard Holmes, age 69, of Columbus, passed away March 4, 2017 after a long illness. He was formerly with Owens-Illinois, a proud military veteran and avid fisherman. Preceded in death by parents, Fredrick and Isabelle Holmes and brother, Gary Holmes. Survived by sister-in-law, Patricia Holmes, cousins, and many friends. Family will receive friends,Thursday March 9, 2017 from 5-7 p.m....

Cecil Schrader
Mar 4, 2017
Cecil E. Schrader, age 88, of Johnstown, Ohio, passed away March 4, 2017. Retired Captain, Columbus Division of Police. Member of Capital City FOP Lodge No. 9. Graduate of Columbus South High School, Class of 1947.
Preceded in death by parents, Edward and Marilla Schrader; siblings, Robert E. Schrader; Mary Louise Schrader, Mabel Vandewater, Lucille Ell, and...

William Frush
Mar 2, 2017
William Richard Frush, age 91, of Columbus, went to God on March 2, 2017. Bill was a caring and generous husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He enjoyed building and flying airplanes, working in his garage, playing cards and caring for his animals. Bill loved sharing his time and talents with anyone who asked or was in need. He...

Clifford Hess
Feb 28, 2017
Clifford H. Hess, age 76, of Columbus, passed away February 28, 2017. U.S. Army Reserve Veteran. Preceded in death by wife, Frances and their son, Daniel. Survived by daughter, Karen (Paul) Gongaware; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives. Private family service was held. Arrangements by GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 S. High Street. www.graumlichfuneralhome.com

Lawrence Huff
Feb 27, 2017
Lawrence Edward Huff, age 55, of Sabina, passed away February 27, 2017 at home. Preceded in death by father, Raymond Huff Sr. Survived by mother, Betty Huff; sister and brother-in-law, Debi Huff and Jeff Haisley; brothers, Brad (Joyce) Huff and Ray (Darnie) Huff. Family will receive friends Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 5-8 p.m. at GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351...
Justin Shannon
Feb 22, 2017
Justin Shannon age 25, of Greenfield, Ohio, passed away suddenly February 22, 2017. Preceded in death by grandfather, Terry R. Gregory. Survived by parents, Charles and Cindy Shannon; brother, Brent; grandmothers, Barbara Gregory and Carmella Shannon; uncles, Mark Shannon and Raymond Greogory; aunts, Kris Mullins and Susan Gregory; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends Friday,...

Charles Murray
Feb 14, 2017
Charles (Chuck) Murray, age 81 of Lewis Center, OH & previously of Denver, CO passed away Feb. 14, 2017. He was born in Colby, KS Dec. 16, 1935 to the late Cecil and Florence Murray. Chuck is survived by his wife Carole, daughter Melissa (Rich) Kruse and granddaughter Savannah, brother-in-laws John Sarconi and Tony Sarconi (Gerry) as well as...

Alberto Elizondo
Feb 10, 2017
Alberto Luis Elizondo, age 82, of Columbus, passed away February 10, 2017 at home. Member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Groveport. U.S. Air Force Veteran. He retired from DCSC in 1990 and followed that by driving for Cardinal Transportation.
Preceded in death by parents, Albertano and Isabella Elizondo, daughter Dara Jo, wife Tina and brother Pete....

Mary Ritter
Feb 10, 2017
Mary Ritter, age 83, of Columbus, passed away February 10, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, William S. Ritter; parents, Ivan Erwin and Mary Tabor. Survived by son, William (Lori) Ritter; grandsons, Matthew and Shaun; several nieces. Private family graveside service follow by burial at Green Lawn Cemetery.
Arrangements by GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 S. High Street....

Juanita Marcum
Feb 9, 2017
Juanita "Jo" Marcum, 89 of Bucyrus, Ohio formally of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 9th at Heartland of Bucyrus.
She was born Oct. 20, 1926 in Shawnee, Ohio in Perry County; she was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Estella (Paskell) Opperman. She was preceded in death by her husband James Marcum...
Ray Hayes
Jan 29, 2017
Ray Hayes, age 84, of South Bloomfield, Ohio, passed away on January 29, 2017 at home surrounded by family. Member of United Church of God. U.S. Navy Veteran. Graduate of Grove City High School. Retired carpenter from Major Building Services (Brice, Ohio).
Preceded in death by infant son, Scott; parents, Okey and Martha Hayes; infant sister, Rosalee...

Ruth McNamara
Jan 28, 2017
Ruth Opal (Miller) Long McNamara, age 101, formerly of Columbus, passed away on January 28, 2017 in Oregon.
Preceded in death by husbands, George Vincent Long and George McNamara; parents, Edward and Clara Miller.
Survived by son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Barbara Long of Oregon, niece Angel Young, grandchildren Sherrie Lynn Sweet, Grey Long, Azure...
Mary Zobenica
Jan 22, 2017
Mary Zobenica, age 83, of Thornville, Ohio, passed away January 22, 2017. Mary was a Christian and a wonderful wife, mother, loving grandmother and a caring and devoted sister to her many siblings and their children. She worked diligently for 30 plus years and loved quilting and enjoyed doing so with her friends. Huge baseball fan and her love...

Robert Gordon
Jan 21, 2017
Robert E. Gordon, age 86, of Columbus, passed away January 21, 2017. Preceded in death by wife of 55 years, Margarette "Loretta" Gordon; daughter, Debra Kerscher; parents, Donald and Martha Gordon; sisters, Katie Gable and Betty Taylor.
Survived by son and daughter-in-law, Randal and Paula Gordon; 4 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna (Toot) Gothard; nieces, nephews, and...