Obituaries Listing

Ada Thompson
Feb 26, 2012
Ada Thompson died peacefully in her sleep February 26, 2012 at the age of 89, at Monterey Care Center in Grove City, OH. Ada was born on August 8, 1922 in Isonville, Elliott County Kentucky. Ada was a longtime resident of the City of Hilliard where she graduated with honors in the class of 1940. She then attended Bliss College....

Victor R. Noreen
Feb 25, 2012
V. Robert Noreen, age 90, of Hilliard, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Riverside Hospital. He was a retired chemist for Ashland Oil Co. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII in Leyte, Philippines and was a long-time member of Upper Arlington Lutheran Church. Survived by his loving wife, Bernice; sons, James (Harriet) Noreen of Minneapolis, MN, and...

Doreen Scurlock
Feb 24, 2012
Doreen Scurlock, age 76, of Dublin, passed away Friday, February 24, 2012 at her residence. She was born in England and came to the U.S. at the age of 14 to begin a new life. Member of Buckeye State Harmonica Club ,Hilliard Senior Citizens Happiness Club, Jacks and Jills of Upper Arlington Senior Citizens Club, and S.P.A.H. Club. Survived by...

Peggy Ford
Feb 24, 2012
Peggy Ann (Pethtel) Ford, age 81, of Palm Harbor, FL, formerly of Hilliard, passed away Friday, February 24, 2012. Proceeded in death by 1st husband, William E. Pethtel (1984) and son-in-law Robert Butler. Survived by loving husband, Dwight E. Ford; children, Charlene Butler, Sara (William) Neale, Carolyn J. Pethtel Faust, and Russell (Franki) Pethtel; grandchildren, Andrew (Rachael) Arnette, Dustin Arnette,...

Christine "Chrissy" Walker
Feb 23, 2012
Christine Marie Walker (Chrissy), age 24, of Hilliard, went home to be with the Lord on February 23, 2012 after a courageous and hard fought 14-month war with colon cancer. Chrissy blessed all upon her arrival into this world on November 1, 1987. She is survived by her loving parents, Hetty and John, and beloved brother Zachary. Chrissy was very...

Teresa Sharp
Feb 23, 2012
Teresa Sharp, age 55, of Hilliard, passed away February 23, 2012. Loving wife, caring mother and beloved daughter. Teresa was an active member at St. John Lutheran Church, Dublin, OH. She was a great cook and loved to sing. Survived by parents Roger and Rebecca Larson, husband Earl, daughters Kathleen and Kellie Sharp, brothers Phillip (Rachel) Larson and James Larson...

Sharon Shrum
Feb 21, 2012
Sharon Lee Shrum, age 63, of Plain City, passed away peacefully at home after an inspiring showing of courage, strength and faith throughout the last 2 years. Preceded in death by parents Larry and Chloie Davis and in-laws Eugene and Ruth Shrum. She will be forever loved and missed by her loving husband of 41 years, Jack; daughter and son-in-law,...

JoAnn Ottman
Feb 19, 2012
JoAnn Ottman, age 77, of Hilliard, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012. Preceded in death by husband, Robert Ottman; parents, Elizabeth and Francis Hartenstein; brothers, Daniel, David, and Frank Hartenstein. Survived by children, Joseph Ottman, Debbie (Randy) Overmyer, Sharon (Darren) Grinstead, and Julie Ottman; sisters, Jane Albaugh, Patricia Sicher, and Kay Shadrick; grandchildren, Benjamin, Robert, Megan, Amy, Alex, Dylan, Sophia,...

Darrell Beaver
Feb 19, 2012
Darrell E. Beaver, age 56, of Hilliard, OH was born May 11, 1955 in Columbus, OH. Left this earthly realm to be with the Lord on February 19, 202 at home due to long-term illness. Preceded in death by his father, Raymond F. Beaver, his grandparents, and his sister, Marcia Beaver. Survived by mother, Irene G. Beaver; four brothers, Bill...

Howard McMeans
Feb 18, 2012
Howard McMeans Sr., age 98, of Hilliard, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2012. He was a WWII U.S. Army veteran. Retired from Kroger after 29 years. He enjoyed fishing and nature. He loved to read the Bible and spend time with his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy McMeans....
Stephanie Miller
Feb 17, 2012
Stephanie Renee Miller, 52, of Hilliard, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Friday, February 17th, following a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Stephanie was born, June 11, 1959, in Massillon, Ohio. She is the daughter of Richard and Jane Miller of Dover, Ohio. Stephanie was a 1977 graduate of Dover High School; and pursuing her education she attended...

Ronald Jones
Feb 16, 2012
Ronald Lynn Jones, age 64, of Columbus, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012 at his residence. He was a graduate of Hilliard High School Class of 1966; served in the U.S. Army as a SGT in Vietnam and was owner/operator of Coin Operated Vending. Preceded in death by father Robert E. Jones. Survived by mother Betty C. Jones; children, Mindy...

Alva Hamby
Feb 14, 2012
Alva L. Hamby, age 71, of Dublin, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2012. Member of Hayden Enterprise Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, James Douglas; parents, Kelly and Lola Boyd; and sister, Neole. Survived by sons, Ray Dean (Nancy) Hamby and Randy (Kathy) Hamby; sister, Ella Mae (Harold) Deerfield; grandchildren, Melissa, Chad, Jacob, Gary,...

Marilyn Seipel
Feb 10, 2012
Marilyn J. Seipel, age 59, of Columbus, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012. Survived by mother, Betty Brady; loving husband, Donald Seipel; children, Jeff Seipel and Angie (Jason) Brock; brother, Ron Brady; grandchildren, Brody, Taylor, and Dillon. In keeping with Marilyn’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 5 PM Friday at Alder Chapel United Baptist...

Emilie Kirkwood
Feb 10, 2012
Emilie Moore Kirkwood, age 88, of Hilliard, entered Heaven on Friday, February 10, 2012. Emilie worked during her college years at a small weapons defense plant. She graduated from Wittenburg College in 1945 with a Bachelor’s degree in music education. After the war, she met her husband John and they married in 1947. She taught music and played piano throughout...

Kathleen Wilson
Feb 7, 2012
Kathleen "Katie" (Clark) Wilson, age 85, of Columbus, passed away February 7, 2012. Retired from Ohio Bell after 36 years and longtime member of St. James Lutheran Church; where she was a church elder. Member of Telephone Pioneers and the Triangle Club. She was also an avid card player. Preceded in death by husband Alvin “Duke” Wilson, parents Ora and...

Rose "Anne" Willis
Feb 5, 2012
Rose “Anne” Willis, age 87, of Hilliard, passed away February 5, 2012. Retired from Hilliard Rexall, member of St. Stevan of Dechani Serbian Orthodox Church and enjoyed traveling after retirement, coached Optimist Girls Softball and played bingo. Preceded in death by loving husband Remy, great grandson Hunter Jackson, parents Mike and Sonia Mudrich, sister Mary Devaney, nephew Joey Devaney, brothers...

Wanda Gates
Feb 4, 2012
Wanda Gates, age 90, of Hilliard, passed away February 4, 2012. She was a loving wife, mother and friend to all whose lives she touched. Retired from Lazarus Department stores as a furniture salesperson. Preceded in death by husband James, son Michael, brother Paul Miller and sister Helen Penwell. Survived by son Jeffrey (Emma) Gates, sister Doris Perrine, grandchildren Justin...

Audra Harless
Feb 3, 2012
Audra Harless, age 86, of Hilliard, passed away February 3, 2012. Longtime Hilliard resident. Helped organize packages for Vietnam troops and she was an avid bowler. Preceded in death by husband Bill Harless, son Bob Faulkner, 6 brothers and 1 sister. Survived by son Bill (MaryLou) Harris of Reynoldsburg, grandchildren Erin and Jason Maus and Cory Faulkner, great granddaughters Jada...
Rita L. Klanke
Feb 1, 2012
Rita L. (Burns) Klanke, age 50, of Hilliard, passed away February 1, 2012 after a short battle with lung cancer. Rita was a special person who touched many lives. She loved to sing and had the voice and heart of an angel. Preceded in death by father Curtis Burns. Survived by mother Irene Burns, special friend Kimberly Bowling, ex-husband and...