Obituaries Listing
Arthur L. Groves
Oct 14, 2026
Arthur L. Groves, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on October 14, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born on December 12, 1930, in Columbus, Arthur lived a long and meaningful life marked by dedication to his family and pride in his work. He loved fishing and was an avid Ohio State football fan. He also enjoyed camping and traveling, interests that...
Robert Jerrold “Jerry” Stauffer
Oct 12, 2026
Robert Jerrold “Jerry” Stauffer, born July 24, 1947, in Lima, Ohio to Roger and Beatrice Stauffer, passed away on October 12, 2026, at his home in London, Ohio.
He is survived by his daughter Jackie Dickson (her husband Scott), stepdaughter Melinda Duncan (her husband John), stepdaughter Melissa Ferguson (her husband Pat), stepdaughter Michelle Armstrong (her husband Jim), along with 10 grandchildren...
Richard John "Rick" Daley
Oct 12, 2026
Richard John "Rick" Daley, 76, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Rick was born in February 1950 in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Mary (Balkun) Daley, and was raised alongside his siblings, Diane and James. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a firefighter in Vietnam and carried that calling home, going...
Ronald D. Poplin
Oct 11, 2026
Ronald D. Poplin, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 5, 1950, in Springfield, Ohio, and lived a life marked by devotion to those he loved and by the quiet pleasures that brought him joy.
Ronald found happiness in woodworking and reading, pursuits that...
Jerry "Doomer" Dhume
Oct 6, 2026
Jerry “Doomer” Dhume, born January 2, 1955, passed away on October 6, 2026, at the age of 71.
Preceded in death by his parents; Oren & Helen (Hummel) Dhume, his brothers; Charlie & George.
Survived by his children; Dawn (Robert) & Jerry
His sister; Susie,
His longtime girlfriend: Shirley
His grandchildren: Corey (Sarah), Kaitlin (Lance), Cameron & Kassie
His great-grandchild: Declan
And many, many family & friends,...
Patricia Jean Forrest
Oct 2, 2026
Patricia Jean Forrest, born February 15, 1932, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away on October 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Patricia will be remembered as a woman whose heart was rooted in faith, family, and the farm she loved so dearly. She loved being a farmer’s wife, and the life she built there was near and dear to her heart....
Charles McComas
Sep 26, 2026
Charles “Buck” William McComas
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charles William McComas on September 26, 2026 from West Jefferson, Ohio. Born on June 14, 1944 in Columbus, Ohio. Charles was the son of James “Pappy” Clifford McComas and Leona Marie Schleicher.
Charles served his country in the U.S. Army. Later, he worked for General Motors, where he retired...
Mary Lou Hix
Sep 25, 2026
Mary Lou Hix, 91, passed away on September 25, 2026. She was born on April 16, 1935, in Circleville, Ohio, to Robert and Margaret Moore.
Mary Lou was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family and the memories they shared. Known for her independent nature and love of Tennessee Walking Horses, Mary Lou lived life in her...
Annette Sue Beam (Hockenbery)
Sep 9, 2026
Annette Sue Beam (Hockenbery)April 19, 1956 – September 9, 2026A beautiful goodbye for a beautiful soul.
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, surrounded by the deepest love this world has to offer, Annette Sue Beam (Hockenbery) passed away peacefully at the age of 70 under hospice care in Sebastian, Florida. Though a cruel disease stole her from us far too soon, it...
John Gino Mirolo
Aug 30, 2026
"Johnny"
October 8, 1960 — August 30, 2026
John Gino Mirolo, known to family and friends as Johnny, passed away on August 30, 2026 at The Ohio State University Medical Center, surrounded by his family at 65 years of age. Johnny was born on October 8, 1960 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, to Gino John Mirolo and Garnet Sue Mirolo (Slone).
Johnny...
Jordan Fisher
Aug 26, 2026
Jordan Fisher, age 32, of Marysville, Ohio, died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. Born in Columbus, Ohio, to Scott Fisher and the late Phaedra Rodgers, Jordan was a graduate of Grove City High School, Class of 2012. He was employed by Scott’s Miracle-Gro.
In addition to his mother, Jordan was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Susie Fisher...
Lisa M. (Hicks) Paniccia
Aug 20, 2026
Lisa Marie (Hicks) Paniccia, passed at the age of 67 on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at her home in Columbus, Ohio. Lisa was born to Norma Jean and the late Orville Hicks, Jr., on October 25, 1958. She is survived by her mother Norma Jean Hicks of West Jefferson, Ohio and her brother Matthew Hicks of Janesville, Wisconsin. Also surviving...
Patricia Shay
Aug 14, 2026
Patricia Shay, 58, of Hilliard, passed away peacefully on August 14 at OSU Hospice after a five-year battle with cancer.
The daughter of the late John and Kathleen Coz, she was born on January 4, 1968, in Ravenna, Ohio.
She was a graduate of Kent Roosevelt High School in Kent, Ohio, and The Ohio State University College of Physical Therapy. She practiced...
Kathleen H. Kaiser
Aug 14, 2026
Kathleen H. Kaiser, age 99, of Galloway, Ohio, born September 20, 1926, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Harry and Mildred Grimm; and brother Harry Grimm, Jr.; father of her two daughters: Gordon Alexander; 2nd husband Earl Kaiser; and son-in-law: J.P. Jones.
Kathleen is survived by daughters Gales Jones, and Debby (Don) Morris;...
Barbara Ann Duff
Aug 14, 2026
Barbara Ann Duff, 83, of Belvidere, IL, passed away peacefully Friday, August 14, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was born November 7, 1942, in Columbus, OH. The daughter of Charles Merle and Mildred Alice (Kershaw) McMarrow. Barbara married the love of her life, James H. Duff on October 4, 1985, in Covington, KY.
She was very proud to...
John A. Hanna
Aug 10, 2026
John A Hanna, 72, of Columbus, passed away peacefully with his loving companion and soulmate by his side on Monday, August 10, 2026. Born in Port Allegheny, PA, on November 19, 1953, he was the son of the late Donald L. Hanna Sr. and Margaret Finch.
John graduated from West Jefferson High School in 1974 and retired from IBEW Local Union...
Cheryl Lynn Marvin
Aug 6, 2026
Cheryl Lynn Marvin, age 66, of Palm Harbor, Florida, and a native of Columbus, Ohio, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Mease Countryside Hospital in Safety Harbor, Florida. Born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Andrew (Trudi) Marvin and Janice (Glade) Calland, Cheryl was a graduate of Groveport High School, Class of 1977. She was a life-long hospitality associate...
Jack E. Pearson, Jr.
Jul 27, 2026
Jack E. Pearson, Jr., age 64, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 27, 2026, after a courageous 8-year battle with cancer. Jack graduated from West Jefferson High School, Class of 1980; he was a member of Local I.B.E.W. #71. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death...
Robert "Bob" F. Schafer
Jul 25, 2026
Robert F. Schafer, age 89, a long-time resident of West Jefferson, Ohio, died Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the Inn at Library Way, in Hilliard, Ohio. Born October 14, 1936 in New York City to the late Fred and Bertha Schafer, he was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Sidney Schafer, and his son David....
Charles T. Harbage
Jul 11, 2026
Charles Thurman Harbage, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Doctors West Hospital. He was 93 years old. Charles was born on June 7, 1933. Charles was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, Class of 1952. He was married to the late Connie Harbage for nearly 70 years before her passing in 2024. Charles...



