obituaries

Randy Wilson, age 45, of Worthington, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Randy was born on August 12, 1972. He  was a 1992 graduate of Olentangy High School and was employed by ThyssenKrupp Elevator Company. Randy possessed such an extraordinary exuberance for life.  His sense of humor and positive spirit were contagious; he could brighten your day, just by being around him.  Randy was an avid Chicago Bears fan,  loved adventure, being outdoors...

Renee Morrison, age 45, passed away at her Columbus residence on April 18, 2018.  Preceded in death by mom, Shirley Moore; uncle, John Hartley and aung, Judy Milhoune. Survived by children: Shirley, Brandi, Sabrina, Kayla, Kyla, Erin, Tammy and Josh Jr.; sibings: Sabrina (Dave) Reno, Larry (girlfriend Alissa) Morrison, Terry Moore and Tammy; long-time boyfriend, Josh Boyer and grandson, Jayden. Donations to help with expenses are appreciated and can be made online at...

Joseph Patrick Lyons, age 59, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at his residence. Veteran US National Guard. Preceded in death by: Mother: Mary Lyons. Brothers: Roger Lyons and John Lyons. Survived by: Children: Jennifer Lyons, Tabitha Lyons and Paige Lyons. Granddaughter: Sage. Sister: Patricia Lyons. Brothers: James (Ruth) Lyons and David Lyons. Father: John Lyons. Private family arrangements have been completed at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL with CREMATORY, 2693 W. Broad St.

Maria "Bonnie" Baldwin, age 65, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Mount Carmel West. Bonnie was born in the Phillipines and proudly became an American citizen in 2017. She was employed with Columbus Public Schools as a secretary at Northland High School. Bonnie was an avid gamer and was known as "Bonnie Saw Lady" in the gaming setting. Her favorite games were Ghost Recon and Call of Duty, which she enjoyed playing with her husband, family and friends. Preceded in...

James Howbert Sr., age 69, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018  at Astoria Place.  Veteran U.S. Navy where he served in Vietnam; retired from Big Lots Corporation with over 15 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Irving and Elizabeth Howbert; sister, Shirley Ann Utter; brothers in law, Bruce Mulkey and Jeff Egnew. Survived by wife of 45 years, Georgia Howbert; children: James (Lee Ann) Howbert, Richard (Kristin) Howbert Sr, Stacie (Heather) Neal, Toni...

Gregory L Taggart, age 60, passed away Sunday, April 15, 2018 at his Columbus residence. Preceded in death by parents, Frederick and Maxine Taggart. Survived by children: Brian Taggart, Steven Taggart; sisters and brother:Tamara (Lawrence) Benaquist, Marceile (Ed) Redmon, Katanya Berndt and Nicholas (Michele Reinhart) Taggart; numerous grandchildren, nieces, other family and friends. Gregory was a graduate of West High School and Salem University. He was a sports fan, especially football...

Linda Rose Thorne, age 69, passed away Friday, April 13, 2018 at Mount Carmel West. Preceded in death by: parents, Juanita Wood and Donald Wood,; siblings: Rosie Wood and Danny Wood. Survived by children: Jerry Thorne Jr., Lisa (Jeremy) Brown; grandchildren: Rebecca (Lauren Hall) Brown and Chloe Brown; brother, Terry Wood; sister, Donita Harris; several nephews and niece.  Linda loved gardening, dogs and spending time with her grandchildren. She retired from Columbia Gas. Friends may...

Eileen C. Wise, age 69, passed away on April 13, 2018. Preceded in death by: Husband: Harry. Son: Billy. Daughter: Helen. Mother: Helen Evans. Survived by: Son: Mark (Beth) Wise. Grandchildren: Jennifer (Tim) Holley, Haley (Hugo Benitez) Wise, Holly Wise, Mark Wise IV and Hayden Wise. Great grandchildren: Malynn, Hope and Hugo. Sisters: Kim Kemp and Andi Cunningham. Brother: Allen Jr (JoAnn) Evans. Numerous other family and friends. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W....

Juanita (Tomblin) Nelson, age 85, passed away on Tuesday,  April 10, 2018 at Mt Carmel West. Member Memorial Baptist Church. She loved to travel with her senior citizens club. Preceded in death by: Husband: Earl. Daughter: Debbie Sterling. Parents: Lovell and Ida Tomblin. Many brothers and sisters. Survived by: Daughters: Joan (Jeff) Beine and Katherine (James) Steece. Grandchildren: Roger (Stacey) VanHouten, Adam (Liz) Beine, James (Jessica) Spring and Ralph (April) Wise. Brother:...

John Milton Sr, age 61, passed on Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at Astoria Place in Columbus, Ohio. John graduated from Hodgdon High School He served in the U.S. Army from '74-'76. Preceded in death by parents, Leigh and Viola (Anderson) Milton. Survived by his daughter, Merrideth Milton and his son, Josh Milton, both from Ohio; brother, Danny (Jane) of Hodgdon, Maine; sister, Susan (Wesley) Burgess of Bradford, Maine as well as several nieces and nephews. Arrangements completed by...