Obituaries Listing

Russell A. Young

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

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

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 B. Swenson

Gary B. Swenson

Aug 5, 2026

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Jeffery A. Tidd

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

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.

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

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...

Todd Seckerson

Todd Seckerson

Jul 17, 2026

Todd S. Seckerson, age 65, of Marysville, Ohio, passed away on July 17, 2026. Todd was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 9, 1960. He grew up in Carroll, Ohio, and graduated from Bloom-Carroll High School.

Family was at the center of Todd’s life. Some of his happiest moments were spent surrounded by his family—during holidays, cookouts, celebrations and ordinary visits....

Edgar "Eddie" Elfrink

Edgar "Eddie" Elfrink

Jul 17, 2026

Edgar “Eddie” Elfrink of Dublin, Ohio passed peacefully with family at his side on July 17th, 2026 after 95 well-lived years. Eddie was the oldest of eight children and grew up on a dairy farm in Madison County. He was a veteran of the Korean War.

He is survived by his daughter, Debbie (whom he affectionately referred to as his “personal...

Bill Whitt

Bill Whitt

Jul 16, 2026

Bill Whitt, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on Thursday, July 16. Bill loved gardening, home projects, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. After serving in the United States Army, Bill worked for Westinghouse and later was a paint specialist for Fournier Rubber and Supply in Columbus. Bill loved being retired and...

Glenwerd Arthur Carrick, III

Glenwerd Arthur Carrick, III

Jul 13, 2026

Glenwerd Arthur Carrick III, affectionately known as "Corky" and "Fuzzy," passed away on July 13, 2026, in Johnstown, Ohio, at the age of 55. Born on December 20, 1970, in Bellaire, Ohio, Glen lived a life filled with extraordinary experiences, Rock N Roll, dedication to his work, and the freedom of the open road.            In his...

Sidney John Stover

Sidney John Stover

Jul 13, 2026

Sidney John Stover, age 75, of Galloway, Ohio, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026. Born in Springfield, Ohio, he was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Sidney was a retired security guard with Anthem Insurance for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Anna Stover, his daughter Stephanie Aviles, granddaughter Harmony, brothers...

Jack Barker

Jack Barker

Jul 10, 2026

Born November 7, 1937 in Bath, Michigan on July 10, 2026 our beloved husband, father, and grandfather age 88, went to be with the Lord with his family by his side. 

Jack was a member and trustee of the New Beginnings Church of God, Hilliard, OH, where he sang and played his harmonica faithfully for the Lord. He served in the...

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...

Rebecca Conant

Rebecca Conant

Jul 2, 2026

Rebecca Anne "Becker" Conant, age 76, of Hilliard, Ohio, passed away at home peacefully on July 2, 2026. Born in Mt. Vernon, Ohio on June 27, 1950, to the late Carl and Barbara Wolfe, Becker was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, Class of 1968. She retired from Battelle Memorial Institute, Purchasing Department after a 30+ year career. Becker...

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...

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...