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07/11/2025

Herma C**n age 88 passed away July 8, 2025 at her residence. She was born July 13, 1936 to her parents the late Herman and Sarah E. Smith Murphy in Lawrence County, Kentucky and made Chillicothe, Ohio home for 29 years. She enjoyed her family, playing Bingo, gardening, traveling, Quilting and NSCAR....

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07/11/2025

Ashley Nichole Baldwin, age 36, was called home on Sunday, July 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and spiritual light that touched countless lives. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Ashley lived in Dayton, where she dedicated herself to serving others and spreading healing through her work...

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07/11/2025

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07/10/2025

Edward Otto Gerhold passed away peacefully early in the morning on Tuesday, May 7, at the OSU Hospital in Columbus. Born September 15, 1942, to E. L. “Red” and Mary Catherine Gerhold, Ed attended Bexley Public Schools, graduated from Kentucky Military statute and Ohio University. Survived by his lov...

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07/09/2025

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07/09/2025

Dani Leigh Barney, age 45, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Dani was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 13, 1979. Her family was her biggest strength and her greatest accomplishment in life—she loved them wholeheartedly until her very last breath. She is preceded in death by mot...

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07/09/2025

Tami Marie Cordell, age 58, passed away Monday July 7, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital. Tami was born to the late Nancy M. Barrowman and John W. Doolittle Sr. in Columbus, Ohio on January 24, 1967. As well as her mother and father, Tami is also preceded in death by her brother, John W. Doolittle ...

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07/07/2025

Garell Austin Durst “Gomez,” age 63, born July 3, 1962, passed away Thursday July 3, 2025 in Columbus, OH. Gomez is preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Elva Durst; daughter, Ariane Parsons; granddaughter, Breeanna Gatwood; and father-in-law, Robert Parsons Sr. He is survived by his wife, Wend...

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07/07/2025

John Stephen Pottkotter, age 70, of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully due to complications following surgery on July 5, 2025, at Pataskala Oaks Care Center, surrounded by family and love. Throughout his life, John was known for his deep devotion to family, his unwavering faith, and his exce...

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07/05/2025

Amy Charlene Hay
September 26, 1968 – July 2, 2025

Amy Charlene Hay, 56, of Obetz Ohio. passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, after a long illness, surrounded by her devoted family and friends.

A proud graduate of Hamilton Township High School, Class of 1986, Amy later earned her...

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07/04/2025

07/03/2025

James A. Perry Sr age 87, passed away at home on June 27, 2025. Born in Columbus, Ohio on May 26, 1938. Hamilton High School Graduate. James worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a 60-year member of Local 18, The International Union of Operating Engineers. Preceded in death by parents, Ral...

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12/20/2024

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12/06/2024

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11/22/2024

Interesting statistic: According to a National Funeral Directors Association survey, more than half (62.5%) of us expect to participate in making our own funeral arrangements. https://hubs.li/Q02H_nDB0

11/08/2024

There are so many ways to say thank you to our veterans. Reach out as suggested in this blog. Follow the link. https://hubs.li/Q02H_f7c0

10/25/2024

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10/11/2024

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09/27/2024

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09/13/2024

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08/30/2024

In our latest blog titled Finding YOUR Joy, we discuss how you can find your personal JOY again following a loss. But you may have to work a bit for it. https://hubs.li/Q02H_4Yd0

08/16/2024

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08/02/2024

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07/21/2024

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07/13/2024

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06/26/2024

Going through a loved one’s belongings is tough. Enjoy the walk down memory lane, but then store them in your heart. Follow the link and take that walk. https://hubs.ly/Q02Dr0J00

06/10/2024

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05/31/2024

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05/11/2024

There are two ways to take care of funeral planning:
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