Obituaries Listing

Bryan V. Stork

Bryan V. Stork

Jul 2, 2026

Bryan Vincent Stork was born on December 24, 1978, in San Diego, California, to Dan and Peg Stork, shortly after his twin sister, Kym. He lived in Morganville, New Jersey, and Beavercreek, Ohio, before settling in Columbus, Ohio. On July 1, while boating with his family in Door County, Wisconsin, he accidentally drowned. Despite an incredible rescue effort, he died...

Kathleen Mayfield

Kathleen Mayfield

Jul 9, 2026

Kathleen Ann Sutman Mayfield passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, David Mayfield; her parents, Harry and Frances (Donnelly) Sutman; and her brother, Harry William Sutman. 

Kathy is survived by cherished daughters and their husbands, Kathleen and Manny Garcia, and Kristen and Jeff Maiden. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law,...

Alexander Ritchie, Jr.

Alexander Ritchie, Jr.

Jul 8, 2026

Alexander Ritchie Jr., father, grandfather and great grandfather, age 100, of Hilliard, passed away July 8, 2026. He was born on September 29, 1925 in Rocky River, OH to the late Alexander and Francis (Temple) Ritchie Sr. Alexander was a member of Hilliard Presbyterian Church, where he was a Deacon. He was a US Navy Veteran who served in WWII...

Lori Landbo

Lori Landbo

Jul 5, 2026

Lori Ann Landbo, 64, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026. Lori was born on March 21, 1962. Lori was a resident of Hilliard, Ohio with deep roots in Rock Island, Illinois. Lori was a 1980 graduate of Rock Island High School and a 1985 graduate of Augustana College. She obtained a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in...

Beth Kitts

Beth Kitts

Jun 27, 2026

Beth Ann Kitts, 69, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at The Gables in Marysville, Ohio. She was born on September 13, 1956, in Marietta, Ohio, to Richard and Bessie Poole. Beth grew up in Reno, Ohio, and graduated from Marietta High School. She spent much of her...

Rosemary Vorus

Rosemary Vorus

Jun 25, 2026

Rosemary Vorus, of Westerville passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026 at the age of 98 surrounded by her loving children. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Vorus, parents Henry and Bernadette Deaterla, her sister Margaret Emerson and her brother Robert Deaterla. She is survived by her children, Pete (Cheryl) Vorus, Jackie (Gary) Dildine, and Marcia...

Donald "Don" Edwards

Donald "Don" Edwards

Jun 25, 2026

Donald “Don” George Edwards passed away on June 25, 2026. Born on November 15, 1940, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he most recently resided in Hilliard, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine Freund Edwards; his father, Donald W. Edwards; and his brother, Paul Edwards.

A proud welder with B&O and CSX railroads, where he was known for his strong...

June Bibler

June Bibler

Jun 22, 2026

June Alice Bibler, known lovingly as “JuneBug” and “Junie B,” passed away on June 22, 2026, at The Inn at Library Way after a courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 74 years old, born on February 15, 1952, in Findlay, Ohio.

June was a woman of remarkable energy, intellect, and heart. A 1970 graduate of Cory-Rawson High School, she distinguished...

Martin A. Berisford Jr.

Martin A. Berisford Jr.

Jun 22, 2026

The Rev. Martin A. Berisford Jr., 89, passed away on June 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of family, friends, and the community he built. He was born on Easter Day, March 28, 1937 in Clarksburg, WV, to Andy and Florence Berisford, and in 1960, Martin married the love of his life, Sandra Turner. Their nearly 66 years of marriage...

William H. "Bill" Purdy

William H. "Bill" Purdy

Jun 21, 2026

Bill slipped the bonds of earth to be with his Lord and Savior on June 21, 2026.

Bill was a devoted husband, proud father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and stepfather. Family was the center of his life, and he cherished every opportunity to spend time with those he loved.

He loved baseball and football and coached children in both sports for many years....

Ernest Massart

Ernest Massart

Jun 21, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ernest “Ernie” Massart, age 70, who passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family.

A graduate of Hilliard High School, Ernie dedicated much of his life to serving others and building meaningful relationships. In his younger years, he proudly served his community as an EMT and firefighter in...

Jack Slane

Jack Slane

Jun 19, 2026

Jack Emmerson Slane, age 84, sunrise in Columbus, OH May 29, 1942 to the late Jack Emmerson and Estelle Slane, transitioned into heaven June 19, 2026. US Army Veteran, serving in Verdun, France. Jack was a retired firefighter with 20 years of service with Prairie Township and 25 years of service with Norwich Township fire departments, also worked 10 years...

Kenneth Earl Evans

Kenneth Earl Evans

Jun 19, 2026

Kenneth Earl Evans, age 69, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on June 19, 2026, after a courageous journey with cancer. 

Ken was born on September 30, 1956, in Evanston, Illinois. He spent his childhood growing up in Upper Arlington, Ohio, and later made his home in Hilliard, Ohio, where he raised his two daughters and built...

Donn Dakin Young

Donn Dakin Young

Jun 18, 2026

Donn Dakin Young, age 77, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026.  Donn was born on September 12, 1948, in Zanesville, Ohio, to the late Howard and Margaret (Dakin) Young.

Donn graduated from West High School in 1966. Following graduation, he went on to join the United States Navy. He served as a Corps Man with the Marines...

Richard "Dick" Abel

Richard "Dick" Abel

Jun 17, 2026

Richard (Dick) C. Abel went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 17, 2026, just two days shy of his 85th birthday. Richard was the only child of Leonard and Helen Abel of Oaklyn, NJ. He was a faithful husband and father who loved the Lord, his family, and his church. His over 40 years of Christian education...

Stephen Stetz

Stephen Stetz

Jun 17, 2026

Stephen Anthony Stetz II, 71, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, with his wife by his side. Stephen was born on June 23,1954, in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Margaret Stetz. He earned an Associate of Science in Business Administration and Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration, Management...

Fred W. Huddleston

Fred W. Huddleston

Jun 16, 2026

Fred W. Huddleston, age 97, of Hilliard, OH, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. He was born in New Lexington, OH, on January 26, 1929, to the late Fred and Loana Huddleston.

Fred retired from Columbia Gas of Ohio, Inc., after 40 years of dedicated service. He was a longtime member of the Swiss Club, Heritage Golf...

William “Bill” Wesley Taylor

William “Bill” Wesley Taylor

Jun 14, 2026

William “Bill” Wesley Taylor, 80, of Hilliard passed away unexpectedly Sunday June 14th, 2026, at Riverside Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born August 17th, 1945, in Akron Ohio to the late William Emerson Taylor and Norma Jean nee’ Dissinger. Bill fondly remembered early childhood with his parents, siblings and extended family in Akron’s North Hill, Cuyahoga Falls, Wooster...

Mariam "Sue" Peterson

Mariam "Sue" Peterson

Jun 14, 2026

Mariam “Sue” Peterson, age 96, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, surrounded by her family in Hilliard, OH. She was born on August 6, 1929, in Parma, OH. Sue was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, William Russell Peterson.

She is survived by Sandy Peterson, Lee Peterson, Jane Peterson, Dean Peterson, and Laurie Peterson Aldrich, as...

Kay Franks

Kay Franks

Jun 11, 2026

Kay Franks

Jessie Kay Franks, 77, of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026 at her home.

Jessie Kay Adams was born 17 June 1948 in Garrison, Kentucky, the fourth daughter of Ernest Morton Adams, Sr. and Jessie Bell Lewis Adams. She was baptized at Garrison Christian Church and received her early education at Garrison School through eighth grade, followed...