Obituaries Listing
Richard Clark
Sep 2, 2026
Richard Jon Clark “Dick”, born on December 25, 1935, passed away on September 2, 2026. Born to Selwyn and Helen and resided in Etna, Ohio. Preceded in death by Shirley, his wife of 68 years, his brother Paul and parents Helen and Selwyn. A resident of Hilliard since 1960 and with a handful of local men, they built Hamilton Park...
Marcia L. Haney
Aug 29, 2026
Marcia L. Haney, born July 12, 1945, passed away August 29, 2026. Marcia was the daughter of Ralph Woodrum and Frances Woodrum. She graduated from Athens High School in 1963 and from Columbus Business University. She was preceded in death by both parents and by her first husband Paul Koffel. She is survived by John L. Haney, Jr., her loving...
Shirley Benjamin
Aug 28, 2026
Shirley Ann Benjamin, age 86, of Hilliard, passed away Friday, August 28, 2026.
Shirley was preceded in death by her first husband, Bill Patterson; her second husband, David Benjamin; her daughters, Pamela, Junetta (Nettie), and Larissa; both parents; and numerous siblings.
She is survived by children, Gary, Randy, Jamie, Tammy, Jimmy, Billie, Jackie, Jayde, Jessie, Justina; and devoted granddaughter, Greer. She is...
Terry Lusebrink
Aug 26, 2026
Terry Lee Lusebrink
April 3, 1959 – August 26, 2026
We sadly announce the passing of Terry Lee Lusebrink, affectionately known to so many as “Kegger the Living Legend.”
Terry lived his life in his own way and left behind a name that will certainly be remembered. For those who knew him, “Kegger” was more than just a nickname—it was the name attached...
Carl Hemmeler, III
Aug 25, 2026
Carl Hemmeler III, born February 19, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026, surrounded by his wife, Jane, his three children, and his devoted dog, Gracie. He was 77 years old and had made his home in Littleton, Colorado. Carl was the son of Doris Siler and Carl Hemmeler. He earned a bachelor’s degree in communications...
Linda "Lin" Richards
Aug 22, 2026
Linda L. “Lin” Richards, age 76, a life-long member of the Hilliard community, passed on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Betty (Greer) Travis, Lin was a graduate of Hilliard High School, Class of 1968. A former administrator with Mt. Carmel Health Systems, Lin later was a home health care nurse for many...
Ruth Ann Vencill
Aug 18, 2026
Ruth Ann Vencill, age 94, of Columbus, born on June 18, 1932 in Logan, Ohio (Union Furnace), passed away August 18,2026 peacefully sleeping in her bed at Lincoln Village Assisted Living Facility, Columbus, OH. Survived by only granddaughter and grandson-in-law Shelley (Aaron) Denney and three great grandchildren. Preceded in death by sons David Branch Vencill and Steven Allen Vencill. Family...
Casey Riffe
Aug 17, 2026
Casey Riffe, age 43, of Dublin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, after a courageous 3½-year battle with stage 4 colon cancer.
Casey was the proud owner of Wayne Construction Services; a business he poured his heart and soul into. He worked tirelessly—not only for his company, but for his beloved wife, his children, and the people he cared...
James Gericke
Aug 15, 2026
James Leo Gericke, age 89, passed away at home while surrounded by his family on August 15, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. He was born on August 25, 1936, in Defiance, Ohio, to the late Frances and Leo Gericke. Jim graduated from Ridgeville High School, where he proudly told everyone that he ranked 27 out of 27 in his class. After...
John Brunicardi
Aug 13, 2026
John Oreste Brunicardi, beloved husband, family member, friend and respected real estate professional, passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 52.
John was born on January 6, 1974. He attended high school in Bryan, Ohio, before continuing his education at The Ohio State University and Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. He was the proud owner and...
Thomas Nutini, Jr.
Aug 10, 2026
Thomas (Tom) J. Nutini Jr., age 84, passed away on August 10, 2026, in Worthington, Ohio. He was born on March 16, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Thomas J. Nutini Sr. and Helen E. Nutini.
Tom graduated from Aquinas High School. He was an avid golfer who loved fishing and enjoyed building and flying radio-controlled airplanes.
Tom is survived by...
Cameron Moore
Aug 10, 2026
Cameron Moore, age 29, of Hilliard, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026. Graduate of Hilliard Davidson High School, Class of 2015. Cameron attended Columbus State Community College and was employed at Giant Eagle. He was working on earning a degree in Cyber Security.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Susan Chattin, grandfather Rosco Moore, and uncle...
Russell A. Young
Aug 9, 2026
Russell A. Young, age 84, of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at Kobacker House, in Columbus, Ohio. Born to the late Harry E. and Leila Marie Young, he was a graduate of Big Walnut High School and a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.
Russell Young dedicated his life to serving others. He proudly served...
Elizabeth "Betty" Justine Strack
Aug 8, 2026
Elizabeth “Betty” Justine Strack, age 97, of Hilliard, Ohio, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Born in Cincinnati to the late Edward and Evelyn Nemann, she was a graduate of Mother of Mercy High School in Cincinnati. She married the love of her life, Eugene L. Strack in 1950 and they...
Thelma Ball
Aug 7, 2026
Thelma (Fawn) Ball. Peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 7, 2026, at the age of 101.
She was born at home on March 16, 1925, in Lewis Center, Ohio. She grew up in a lively household with six sisters and four brothers, and their relationships were close all their lives. She was the...
Gary Swenson
Aug 5, 2026
Gary B. Swenson, age 81, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away at home on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Estelle Swenson, Gary was a graduate of Mentor High School, Class of 1962. He was a retired Sales Engineer with the Flender Corporation. A former member of the Ohio Bowler's Association, Gary was an...
Jeffery A. Tidd
Jul 31, 2026
Jeffery Allen Tidd, age 68, of Hilliard, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026. Preceded in death by his parents Dorothy and Harold Tidd, nephew Steven. Jeff retired from Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS). He was a graduate of Hilliard High School, a member of Hilliard Moose Lodge #2236 and MOB Car Club. Survived by his sister and brother-in-law Priscilla and Mark...
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....
John D. Azelvandre, Jr.
Jul 23, 2026
John D. Azelvandre, Jr. (“Don”) was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia in July, 1939. All of his paternal ancestors were glassmakers.
A lifelong Roman Catholic, Don was educated in Catholic schools from first grade through college, graduating from Xavier University with a degree in English and Communications. He then began working in broadcast journalism, principally radio. He retired in 2000 after...
Gilbert Hurwood
Jul 23, 2026
Gilbert Arthur Hurwood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at the age of 76, in the comforting care of Hospice after a prolonged illness. Born on January 7, 1950, in Rochester, New York, Gilbert touched many lives with his warmth, kindness, and vibrant spirit.
Gilbert was the cherished son of Allen E. and...
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