John Louis Newland Sr. passed away peacefully on Sunday January 16, 2022 at the age of 93. John was a loving and generous family man who was an active member of the Whitehall Church of the Nazarene where he proudly served as a Sunday School teacher, Board of Christian Life Member, Usher, Board Member, and Hall Greeter. John also served in the US Navy as well as the US Army 11th Airborne Division as a paratrooper during the Korean War. John is survived by his wife of 68 years, Starling...

Dana Lemble of Reynoldsburg, Ohio passed away on Jan 16, 2022. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

SHERI L. MCMILLAN, age 65, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on January 8, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital surrounded by her husband and children. Sheri was born October 17, 1956 to the (late) Harold and Edith (Spires) Matthews in Columbus, OH. Sheri retired from Reynoldsburg City Schools as French Run Elementary Librarian, where she shared her love of literature with hundreds of students. Sheri enjoyed exploring artistic and crafty endeavors and shared her many creative and beautiful...

Josiah Eraste Tanga, age 27, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2022 at home. Josiah was born October 25, 1994 to Roger and Rebecca Tanga in Douala, Cameroon. Josiah plays the drums for worship at his Church, Living Hope Omega Ministries that he was so passionate about. He is a member of Franklin County Special Olympics and will be remembered for his faith in God, his heart-warming smile, and his ability to touch people in a very personalized way. Josiah is...

Dennis E. Lawson, age 76, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away peacefully with his loving and supportive wife, daughter, and grandchildren by his side December 31, 2021. Dennis was born February 12, 1945 to the late Harold and Alice (Addair) Lawson in Bradshaw, West Virginia. He was proud to be a Marine during the Vietnam era. However, his career was cut short due to a medical condition. He later became a self-employed Tiling contractor. Dennis is a member of The Church on the Rock in Pataskala;...

Debra Sue Kunkel, age 59, of Gahanna, Ohio, passed away on December 30, 2021 with her treasured family and friends beside her. Debbie was born October 11, 1962 to the late Fred and Mary (Ryan) Cassill in Columbus, OH. She worked at Cortland as an administrator and will be remembered for her love of family, people, and friends. She never met a stranger; everyone became family and she was dependable to do anything for anyone at anytime. Debbie was also known for her knack of bargain shopping...

Mary Ruth Christian, known to many as Chris, age 78, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 25, 2021 at home. Mary was born June 1, 1943 to the late Urey Christian and Margaret Heft in Henderson, KY. Our mom was a loving, caring mom. She brought so much joy in our lives. She had a great sense of humor and a beautiful smile. Our community loved and misses her. Heaven is so lucky; they have a very special angel. She is survived by her loving children; Josetta Roman (Todd Altizer), Ross...

Evelyn Louise (Borror) Carney, age 93, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on December 22, 2021 at Tuscany Gardens. Evelyn was born June 4, 1928 to the late Howard Martin and Helen Held in Columbus, OH. Evelyn was a member of the Groveport Zion Lutheran Church in Groveport, Ohio and will be remembered for her independence, spunkiness, and social butterfly persona. Evelyn is survived by her loving children, Mark (Thelma) Borror, Christine (Charles) Blankenship, Kathleen Borror; grandchildren,...

Dominique Elise Adair, age 36, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on December 16, 2021 at Kobacker House. Dominique was born March 30, 1985 to Jose and Beth (Elizabeth) Antommarchi (Baum) at St. Ann's Hospital. She attended St. Pius X Schools and graduated from Reynoldsburg High School, Class of 2003. Dominique was proud to go on to earn her BFA from Marietta College in 2007, and to be a member of the Chi Omega Sorority. She was part of the Park National Bank family as a Commercial Loan...

William David Geiger Sr., age 99, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away on December 16, 2021, peacefully at home with his family by his side. Bill was born February 18, 1922, to the late Joseph and Alma (Dicky) Geiger in Fairfield, SC. As part of our greatest generation, he served in the US Army Air Force during WWII with courage, sacrifice, and honor. Later, he worked for more than 30 years as a Sales Manager for Cotton Fabrics Company owned by the Grossman family. Bill was a local member of...