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Michael "Mike" Pryor
Aug 12, 2025
Michael "Mike" Pryor age 65, of Columbus passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025. Throughout his life, Mike epitomized the qualities of a dedicated father, a hardworking individual, and a master of many trades. His unwavering devotion to his family and his passion for his work were hallmarks of his character, along with his caring nature that touched the lives...
Don W. Martin
Aug 8, 2025
Don Wesley Martin of Worthington, Ohio passed away on August 8, 2025, with family at his side following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Columbus, Don was a proud graduate of South High School, Class of 1965. He served in the United States Air Force, with postings in Colorado, where he met his beloved wife Rosalie, and England...
Richard A. Acevedo
Aug 7, 2025
Richard Anthony Acevedo, age 54, of Mount Dora, Florida, passed away on August 7, 2025. Arrangements with GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43207. www.graumlichfuneralhome.com
Carolyn J. Pernell
Aug 7, 2025
Carolyn Jean Pernell, age 84, of Obetz, passed away August 7, 2025. She was born in Charleston W.Va. on April 25, 1941. She worked for Shonac Corporation and The Eyeglass Factory. Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, nana, great nana and sister.
Preceded in death by husband Joe Pernell, son John Pernell, granddaughter Dawn Pernell, grandson Scott Pernell and great granddaughter...
Bonnie Walters
Aug 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bonnie Walters, who died peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 87, surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie was born in Ohio in January 1938 to John and Fay Ann Richardson. She grew up in Columbus and graduated from Columbus North High School in 1955. After high school,...
Margaret Inman
Aug 5, 2025
Margaret (Payne) Inman, age 96, passed away peacefully on August 5th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bob, her parents Hazel and Vernon Payne, her two brothers Wesley, Melvin, and sister Phyllis. Margaret is survived by her much loved children, Aleta (Ron, deceased) Shillingburg, Gayla (Tim) Lynn and Rob (Kim) Inman; her special grandchildren Dena (Scott)...
Evalena Irene Hill
Aug 4, 2025
Evalena Irene Hill, age 83, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on August 4, 2025. Preceded in death by husband, Johnny Hill, son, Derrick Hill, parents, Basil and Lenora Kirk. Survived by children, Darrin (Pam) Hill, Darrald Hill, Dorrian Hill, and Lisa Bellar; grandchildren, Nicholas, Corrinne, Kannella, Klarissa, Codey, and Bobbie; great-grandchildren, Freya, Willow, Addy, and Charlotte, and Emily; brothers, George...
Alan Peruzzi
Aug 2, 2025
Alan C. Peruzzi, age 78, passed away on August 2, 2025. Private arrangements through GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 South High St., Columbus, Ohio 43207. www.graumlichfuneralhome.com
Judy A. Yates
Jul 31, 2025
Judy A. Yates, aged 78, of Canal Winchester, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She will be remembered for her warm spirit and her passion for playing bingo. Judy is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Larry Yates, and cherished sons, Mark Troiano and Jeff Troiano. She was also preceded by her parents, Bennie and Helen Holbrook,...
Orlando M. Diaz
Jul 31, 2025
Orlando M. Diaz, 66, of Pickerington, Ohio, passed away on July 31, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, brother-in-law, and friend. He died surrounded by family, love, and memories that reflect a remarkable life devoted to service, laughter, and unwavering love.
Orlando met the love of his life,...
James Arthur Barton
Jul 15, 2025
James “Jim” Arthur Barton, age 60, passed away on July 15, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio, and was a proud graduate of Northland High School, Class of 1983.
Jim had an incredible gift for lifting spirits—his great sense of humor and infectious smile could brighten even the darkest day. His love for family and friends...
John H. Knore
Jul 12, 2025
John Harmon Knore, 83, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025. Born on February 12, 1942, in Wheelersburg, Ohio. He was the beloved son of the late Frank and Emily Knore. John graduated from Columbus South High School in 1961 before answering the call of duty and enlisting in the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division. He was...
William Denver Fraley
Jul 11, 2025
William Denver Fraley, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born on August 21, 1940, to the late Jessie Willard and Ivory Pearl Fraley Short.
Denver had a fulfilling career as a carpenter retiring from CECO Corp and was a proud member of the Ohio Carpenters Local #200 and Reese Community...
Brody M. Mellon
Jul 4, 2025
Brody M. Mellon, age 3, passed away on July 4, 2025. He was born on April 7, 2022, in Goodyear, Arizona. In his short time here, he brought immeasurable joy and light to all who knew him.
Brody was known for his radiant smile—one so bright it lit up his mommy’s heart. With a kind and caring soul well beyond his...
Clyde B. Graham
Jun 30, 2025
Clyde Belle Graham, aged 80, of Obetz, Ohio, passed away on June 30, 2025. He was a devoted member of the Central Ohio Coon Hunters Association in Carroll, Ohio, and an active member of the NRA. Clyde was known for his passion for hunting and fishing, and he served as an Apostolic minister, sharing his faith with others.
Clyde was preceded...
Shirley J. White
Jun 20, 2025
Shirley J. White, age 90, of Groveport, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. Preceded in death by her husband, Gale White; granddaughter, Shelby Amick Slagle, parents, William and Marjorie Bechtold, siblings, Lois Niday, and Jack Bechtold. Survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Kimberly and Eric Koenig of Plain City, Ohio, Laurie and Craig Amick of Canal Winchester, Ohio, and...
Frederick "Fred" Haas Baver
Jun 7, 2025
Frederick "Fred" Haas Baver, age 90, of Lewis Center, Ohio passed away on June 7, 2025. Fred was a proud graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University, class of 1956. Following graduation, he pursued a successful career in the brokerage business at The Ohio Company, where he worked diligently until his retirement in 1996.
A longtime member of the Kiwanis Club, Fred dedicated...
Berchil H. Cogdill
Jun 2, 2025
Berchil H. Cogdill, age 89, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on June 2, 2025. A devoted U.S. Navy Veteran, Berchil proudly served his country from 1954 to 1958. He is preceded in death by his parents, Berry and Ora Cogdill, as well as his siblings: Patricia McDaniel, Claude Cogdill, Clinton Cogdill, Ava Fields, and Shirley Ellis. Berchil is survived by his...
Norma J Cooper
May 28, 2025
Norma Jean Cooper, age 79, of Lewis Center, Ohio, passed away on May 28, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Beulah Cooper; her brother, Jack Cooper; and sister, Beatrice "Lynn" Cooper Branch. Norma is survived by many nieces and nephews. A private burial will be held at Harrison Township Cemetery in South Bloomfield, Ohio. Arrangements...
Trayven M. Thompson
May 25, 2025
Trayven M. Thompson, age 22, of Canal Winchester, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2025. He was a proud graduate of Canal Winchester High School, Class of 2021, and had been working with Pepsi Cola.
From the moment he entered this world, Trayven captured hearts with his robust spirit, looking like a linebacker weighing 8 pounds and filling every inch...