Carol Kennedy

Dec 17, 2021

Carol Ann Kennedy was full of life and was a kind and loving soul to all that knew her. She left this world way too soon on December 17, 2021 at the age of 81.  She was born March 11, 1940 in Columbus Ohio to Herman and Loretta Best and was 1 of 4 children. Carol's world evolved around...

Jerry W. Ruby

Dec 8, 2021

Jerry Wells Ruby, former United States Marine and retired Captain of the Columbus Fire Department, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 8, 2021. Born in Portsmouth Ohio April 9, 1940, to Dennis and Pauline Ruby, now deceased, Jerry is survived by his loving wife and companion of nearly 60 years, Helen; daughter Kristina (Larry) Wurm;...

Thomas Fisher

Dec 5, 2021

Thomas Trent Fisher, age 60, of Columbus, passed away at home on December 5, 2021. Tom was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Ray and Grace (Perry) Fisher on September 25, 1961. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jeffrey R. Fisher, Sr. Tom is survived by his loving son, Zach; sisters, Deb (John) Sisinger, Sus DeLay,...

James F. (Rick) Keyhoe

Dec 4, 2021

James F. (Rick) Keyhoe, age 79, of Columbus, passed away December 4, 2021. He received his Masters of Education Degree from The Ohio State University. Rick taught special education at Worthington High School where he also coached wrestling and girls’ softball. Rick is preceded in death by his wife, Jean. Survived by his son, Matthew Keyhoe and grandson, Seth...

Nellie Sowards

Dec 1, 2021

Nellie A. Sowards, age 94, of Columbus, passed away December 1, 2021. Born on June 7, 1927, in Hawesville, Kentucky to Clarence and Matilda (Knaebel) McFarling. Graduate of Beechmont High School, Class of 1944. Member of Thurman Avenue United Methodist Church and UMW. Former volunteer for St. Paul's Lutheran Church Food Pantry and The Free Store. Nellie served as...

Betty J. Holdren

Nov 30, 2021

Betty J. Holdren, age 84, went Home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2021, with family at her side. Preceded in death by parents, Charles, and Anna Bowman; brothers, Charles and Robert Bowman, and sisters, Thelma Parker, Janet Easterling, Helen Adkins, and Eleanore Fisher. Survived by husband Joseph B. Holdren; daughters, Patricia (Louie) George, and Tammy Rothe;...

Fred Workman

Nov 27, 2021

Fred J. Workman, age 76, of Columbus, passed away November 27, 2021. Owner of The Big Bike Shop for over 40 years. Member of Westgate Lodge No. 623 F & AM and Aladdin Shrine Temple. Preceded in death by parents, Harvey and Gertrude Workman; brother, Jerry Workman. Survived by wife, Jill Workman; daughter, Michelle (Matt) Moore; sons, Freddie and...

Cindy L. Birtcher

Nov 25, 2021

Cindy Birtcher, age 66,  of Obetz, Ohio, passed away on November 25, 2021. No Services scheduled. Arrangements with GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME.

Roger Darby

Nov 17, 2021

Roger D. Darby, age 74, of Canal Winchester, passed away November 17, 2021. U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. Member of Madison Christian Church. Loved his teamsters union and driving for Holland Trucking. Preceded in death by parents, Paul and Mae Darby; sister, Billie. Survived by wife of 54 years, Linda Darby; daughter, Jennifer (Chris) Wells; 18 grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Tigner;...

Greg Chalfan

Nov 14, 2021

Greg A. Chalfan, age 53, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away November 14, 2021. Graduated from Columbus Christian School, Class of 1986. Worked for Hirschvogel Inc. He loved to watch football with his son, Cody and fishing. Greg was known for being a fun and goofy person. Greg is survived by his wife of 28 years, Jennifer; daughter, Ashley; son,...

Fred W. Kreutz

Nov 12, 2021

Fred W. Kreutz, age 92, of Canal Winchester, died on Friday, November 12, 2021. Born in 1929 in Columbus. Fred graduated from South High School in 1947 and after many years as a General Contractor retired from Kreutz Construction, a construction company founded by his father. He was a Korean War veteran serving with the Army’s 3rd Armored Division...

Robyn Ficker

Nov 1, 2021

Robyn Ficker (nee Cyrulik), age 49, transitioned November 1, 2021 surrounded by family after fighting lupus for 30 years. Robyn was born January 5, 1972, in Cleveland, Ohio to Robert & Linda. She had fond memories of her childhood with brother, Jason. She had lifelong friends from elementary school, whom she held close to her heart. She enjoyed music,...

Aaron Matthew Harper

Oct 15, 2021

Aaron M. Harper, age 37, of Canal Winchester, passed away on October 15, 2021. Preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Earl Joiner; paternal grandparents, Donald and Juanita Harper; uncle, Donald Harper. Aaron was a loving dad beloved son brother, grandson and is survived by his children, Taran, Logan, and Maisyn, they were his world; mother, Diana (Brett) Blankenship; father,...

August (Chip) Graumlich III

Oct 13, 2021

August K. (Chip) Graumlich, III, age 58, died October 13, 2021 in Richmond, Virginia, where he resided for more than 30 years. Chip graduated from Thomas Worthington High School in 1981, and Ohio University in 1986.

Chip was a lifelong sports enthusiast and sports trivia buff.  While still in high school, at his mother’s urging, Chip won...

Dean Hickman

Oct 9, 2021

Dean Hickman, age 82, of Columbus, passed away on October 9, 2021. Member of the Church of God International. Retired after 30 years with the State of Ohio. Preceded in death by parents Jesse and Frances Hickman; Survived by wife, Roberta Hickman; children, Vivian, and Michael Hickman.

Visitation Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 5 - 8 p.m....

Bunthoeun Lim

Oct 9, 2021

Bunthoeun Lim,  of London, Ohio passed away on Oct 9, 2021.

James Gregory Underwood

Oct 4, 2021

James Gregory Underwood of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Oct 4, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here soon. Celebration of Life Service to be announced here soon.

Earl Eugene Richardson

Sep 28, 2021

Earl Eugene Richardson age 94, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2021 surrounded by his family. Earl was U.S. Navy Veteran and proudly served in WWII and Korean War. Member of Madison Christian Church. Preceded in death by son, Mark Richardson; parents, Jacob and Mary Richardson. Survived by his wife of 73 years, Betty Lou Richardson; son, Matt (Theresa)...

Phyllis Burcham

Sep 28, 2021

Phyllis J. Burcham, age 83, of Columbus, passed away September 28, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; sons, Danny, and Jimmy; parents, James and Myrtle Hawthorne. Survived by sons, Rick Burcham and Marion (Kim) Castle; 7 grandchildren, Zak (Tee) Burcham, Jimmy Wallace, Chris Burcham, Jackson Burcham, Jaida (David), Ren, and Devin; great-grandson, Carter; daughter-in-law, Pam Burcham; several nieces...

Linda Reitz

Sep 22, 2021

Linda Charlette Reitz, age 70, of Whitehall, Ohio, passed away on September 22, 2021.  Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Mary Ann Dickson. Survived by brothers and sisters, Tom (Karen) Dickson, Bill Dickson, Debbie (Jack) Parker, Gina (Mike) Stuck, Bobby (Susan) Dickson, Mark Dickson, and Cathy (Ron) Tobias; Three children, Jason Epp, Angela (Brian) Ziegenfuss, and Melissa (Dave) Harvey; 7...