Obituaries in Columbus Ohio
Graumlich Funeral Home
View current and past obituaries for families served by
Graumlich Funeral Home in Columbus, Ohio.
Find service details, condolences, and memorial tributes honoring loved ones.
Recent Obituaries
Graumlich Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Located in Columbus Ohio
At Graumlich Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Columbus, Ohio, we honor the lives and memories of those we serve. Below, you can view recent obituaries, service details, and memorial tributes for families throughout the Columbus community. We invite you to share condolences, light a candle, or leave a message of support in remembrance of your loved ones.
Clyde B. Friesland
May 30, 2024
Clyde Basil “Papaw” Friesland, 86, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in Laredo, Texas.
Clyde was born in Bluff City, Tennessee, on February 12, 1938, to the late Basil and Margie Friesland. He started working at Franklin Printing Company right out of high school in 1957, then in 1977 he became the owner and worked there until he started trucking....
Thomas Leo Twyford Sr.
May 27, 2024
My name is Tom Twyford. I'm 84 years old at the moment and writing my own obituary (died at age 88 in Columbus, Ohio). Of course, I'm biased toward myself but will endeavor to resist unbridled ego where possible.
So, how can I keep this short, simple and on point? Having lived so long this is a tough assignment. Also, I'm...
Philip Glende
May 23, 2024
Philip Arthur Glende, age 75, of Columbus, Ohio, went from his earthly life to Eternal Life on May 23, 2024. Phil had been diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in May of 2023. He fell and broke his hip on May 15, 2024, but due to the condition of his lungs from the fibrosis, surgery was not possible. He knew...
Lynn W. Morris
May 20, 2024
Lynn W. Morris, age 72, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on May 20, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents, Lynn and Emma Morris, sister and brother-in-law, Myra and Richard Loudermilk. Survived by his daughter, Shelly (Jay) Jude; 2 grandsons; sister, Saundra "Saunie" Morris; brother, Edward Morris; sister-in-law, Marta Morris; nieces and nephews. Private graveside service at Green Lawn Cemetery...
Patricia Duerler
May 10, 2024
Patricia Ann Duerler, 80, wife of James John Duerler and mother of Susan (Brian) Cook, Julie (Chris) Glista and Stephen (Venus) Duerler, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving Carolyn's Cottage family, her family, and dear friends. Patty was preceded in death by her mother, Nancy Nugen, sister, Gladys...
Mildred Rose
May 9, 2024
Mildred Rose of Columbus Ohio, age 87, passed away on May 9, 2024. She was born in Belo, West Virginia, on January 19, 1937. Mildred led a fulfilling life of faith as a Christian and loved her family dearly. She loved to entertain playing music on her guitar. In her youth, she enjoyed playing softball and bowling with her friends....
Carl J. Jankowski
May 5, 2024
Carl J. Jankowski, age 90, passed away on May 5, 2024. He was born on November 2, 1933, in Buffalo, New York. Carl proudly served his county in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and retired from DSCC after 33 years of federal service. He was a member of Walnut Hill Methodist Church and trusted in the...
Barbara Ortman
May 5, 2024
Barbara Ellen (Ball) Ortman, age 76, a lifelong resident of Columbus, Ohio, died May 5, 2024. A 1966 graduate of Eastmoor High School, she had been employed by Grange Insurance, Ohio State Bank, and Kroger Pharmacy. She was predeceased by her parents, Ann and John Isaac Ball, and her husband of twenty-five years, John L. Ortman, Sr. She will be...
William "Bill" Huffman
May 4, 2024
William “Bill” Huffman, age 89, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on May 4, 2024, with family at his side. Bill was born on May 31, 1934, in London, OH. He lived a long life as a man that always put others before him, and most of all Bill cherished his family. Always game for a good joke, Bill had an...
Harvey "Dale" Conley
Apr 28, 2024
Harvey “Dale” Conley, age 64, passed away on April 28, 2024, with family at his side. Dale always loved spending time amongst the beauty of nature and the picturesque landscape of the gentle rolling hills. In his passion for the great outdoors, Dale enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also had an enthusiasm for sports and was an avid fan, particularly football and...
David P. Anderson
Apr 27, 2024
David P. Anderson, age 69, of Columbus, Ohio, born on February 16, 1955, in Akron, Ohio, passed away on April 27, 2024. Retired from Cardinal Health. Graduate of Reynoldsburg High School, Class of 1973. He is preceded in death by parents, Winston and Annette Anderson, brother, Winston Anderson, sisters, Dianne Hunt, and Kathy Cook. Survived by sister and brother-in-law, Jeanne...
Tony Tarantelli
Apr 14, 2024
Anthony R. Tarantelli, age 69, of Pickerington, Ohio, passed away on April 14, 2024, with his family at his side. Graduate of Brookhaven High School and Otterbein University where he was a member of Eta Phi Mu (Jonda) Fraternity. Tony taught in the Columbus City Schools for 15 years followed by his hobby work at Cord Camera, various pipe shops...
Jean Schrader
Apr 13, 2024
Jean Schrader, age 91, formerly of Johnstown, Ohio, passed away April 13, 2024. Preceded in death by husband, Cecil Schrader. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, James "Steve" Schrader and Marie Ballou and Roger and Teri Schrader; 5 grandchildren, Jennifer(Greg) Burns, Matthew (Brooke) Schrader, Katie (Vinnie Smith) Schrader, Kyle (Carrie) Schrader, and Nora (Duncan Park) Mahaffey; 7 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marilyn Jean...
Donald Wishon
Apr 11, 2024
Donald L. Wishon, age 83 of Westerville, Ohio, went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Graduate of Columbus South High School, Class of 1958. Retired from Vectra as a typesetter and was a U.S. Army Reserve Veteran. Preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Wishon, parents Justin and Alice Wishon, brothers Berhl and Carl Wishon,...
Kathie L. Wylie
Apr 9, 2024
Kathie L. Wylie, a dedicated wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and adored great-grandmother, passed away on April 9,2024. She was born on April 7, 1962, to Carl and Maxine Hashman in Columbus Ohio. Kathie always enjoyed the picturesque landscape of watching the sun set. Kathie's kind and nurturing nature endeared her to all who knew her. Her life was a testament...
Roger Hackett
Apr 9, 2024
Roger Hackett, age 85, of Columbus, peacefully passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024. He was born on May 26,1938 in Columbus, Ohio. He is predeceased by his parents John and Mary Hackett, brothers-John F. Hackett (Margie), Clarence Hackett (Dorothy), Donald E. Hackett (Eloise). He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Ruby Withrow Hackett, his 2 daughters, Melissa...
Julia Ann Eckelberry
Mar 31, 2024
Julia Ann Eckelberry, a wife, mother, grandmother, passed away on March 31, 2024. She was born on March 14, 1958 to her parents, Floyd and Jean Limbers. Julia retired from Walmart; she was known to be a caring person by her colleague and like family.Julia is survived by her husband, Ronald Eckelberry. She is also survived by her two sons,...
Pierce Sheppard
Mar 24, 2024
Pierce F. Sheppard, age 87, of Mt. Sterling, Ohio, passed away March 24, 2024. Pierce was a 20 year employee with Super Duper and Conagra Foods. Preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Sheppard; parents, William Patrick Sheppard and Roxy Hensley; siblings, Sophie, Marie, Julie, Charlie, Fanny, and Kathy. Survived by son, David Sheppard; granddaughter, Jessica (Matthew) Jasper; great-granddaughter, Autymn;...
David C. Gruber
Mar 11, 2024
David C. Gruber, age 79, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on March 11, 2024. David was a Graduate of Columbus South High School, class of 1962 and was continually active in the Columbus South High Alumni. David retired from Pennsylvania Railroad, Penn Central, Conrail, and Norfolk Southern. He was a member of the National Association of Retired Veteran & Railway...
Jim Reese
Mar 7, 2024
Jim D. Reese, age 64 , of Obetz, Ohio, passed away on March 7, 2024. He attended Spirit & Truth Fellowship Church and enjoyed being a part of the worship team as the drummer. In addition to Christian music, he also had a passion for country music. In earlier years, Jim loved roller skating and showing how low he could...



