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Lois Norton Lindblom, 1938 - 2024, passed away after a brief illness. She is preceeded in death by son Terry David, Parent John and May Norton, Elzana and Zeke Lindblom, Sister Donna (Barnhart), brothers-in-law Damon (Chip) Wetterauer, Donn Kindig and Leonard Barnhart, Niece Leah K. Holt, Nephews Johnnie Norton and Bill Holt. She is survived by daughter Karen, son Mike, sister Evelyn Kindig, brother Ronnie Norton (Elaine), more like a sister than a sister-in-law Kathye Wetterauer, and many nieces, nephews and walking partner Lili. Lois loved to bake and she her goodies with her friends and neighbors. In lieu of flowers, Donations can be made to Kobacker House at...

Flora Sue Prose, 90, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Flora was born on March 29, 1934 to Walter and Anne (Sowkulech) Hoover. She was married to Edward Prose for 62 years. She was a Head Cake Decorator for 18 years at Kroger. Sue is survived by her sons, David (Sharon) Prose and Jeff (Joanne) Prose, daughters, Debbie (Rick) Starbuck, Julie (Jerry) Geiger, Karen (Gene) Hughes, and Kathy (Jr.) Schirtzinger, sisters, Retha (George) Piette, and Dorothy Price, sister-In-Law, Helen Hoover, 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews. Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Daniel Prose, father, Walter E. Hoover, mother,...

The Reverend Glen R. Hueholt, age 97, died at home in Westerville, Ohio on May 26, 2024. He formerly resided in Berwick, Pa. Glen was born on November 2, 1926, in Burlington, Iowa to the late Charles and Mabel (Peterson) Hueholt. Glen was a graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School (Iowa); Findlay College; Winebrenner Theological Seminary; and Pittsburgh Zenia Theological Seminary (M.Div.). For over 70 years, Glen served as a Presbyterian minister, pastoring congregations in both Ohio and Pennsylvania. A Celebration of Glen's life will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Weatherly Presbyterian Church in Weatherly, Pa. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Heifer...

Margaret Blackburn, 91, of Westerville, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord on May 2nd, 2024. Born on October 10th, 1932, Sciotoville, Ohio, she was the eighth born child to John and Virginia Plummer. Margaret had nine siblings, they lived happily on Hastings Hill with a loving community of family and friends. She had wonderful memories of being a student at Lyndsey Elementary and Portsmouth East High School, where she was the head drum major for Portsmouth East High School Marching Band. Margaret was a Cosmetologist and successful business owner, with four salons over the course of her career. Her salons offered innovative services, and special offerings to the salon community in...

Mark Curto, 55, of Westerville, passed away April 1, 2024. To read the full obituary with service information and to share a condolence with the family, please visit www.NewcomerColumbus.com.

Deanna L. Rhone, 84, of Grove City, Ohio passed away at home surrounded by family on March 29, 2024. She was born in Lodi, Ohio on November 2, 1939 to the late Donald and Mary Settlemire. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Betty Simonson. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Jim Rhone, her children, Darcy (Randy) Brown, Dirk (Deedee) Papania, and Jenn Hobbs, her grandchildren, Brice Brown, River Hobbs, Tatum Hobbs, Jessica and Erica Papania, her siblings, Donna (Don) Menz and Gary (Sue) Settlemire, and her granddog, Roxy. Deanna enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, traveling to Gatlinburg, TN, playing cards and games, crafting,...

Barbara (Barb) Luella Cook Marshall, age 91, left this Earth on March 16, 2024. She was born on December 31, 1932. Please visit www.NewcomerColumbus.com for full obituary and service information.

Derrick R. Dunham, age 50 of Circleville, OH, passed away on January 31, 2024. He was born on July 16, 1973 to Brad and Juliette Dunham in Putnam, CT. Derrick is survived by his loving wife of 21 years Kristie (Dunn) Dunham, daughter Morgan Dunham, siblings Heath Dunham and Ben Dunham, mother-in-law Nancy Dunn, father-in-law George Dunn. He was a devoted father and husband. Derrick was an avid Patriots fan. Per Derrick's request a cremation will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home.

Donna's celebration of life and burial mass will be Friday, May 3 at St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, 6077 Sharon Woods Blvd., Columbus, OH 43229. Celebration of life is at 10 am, with mass to follow at 11:00. She will be interred at Northlawn Memory Gardens, 7060 SR-3, Westerville, OH 43082

Donna Jean Frenz, 84, passed away January 6. She was born September 26, 1939 in Canton, Ohio, daughter of the late Joseph (Helen) Mikes and Twila (John) Hediger-Proud. She graduated in 1957 from Timken Vocational High School, Canton, Ohio. Her secretarial career began at Zink Insurance Company, and she worked at several other companies before joining American Electric Power in 1971. Donna attained her Professional Secretary Certification in 1982, moved to Columbus with American Electric Power in 1983 and retired as an Executive Secretary in 2001. She was a member of St. Matthias Church and spent many volunteer hours there during her retirement. She was the life of the party,...

Stanley W. Roan, 75, passed away on January 2, 2024 at his residence. Born April 6, 1948, he was the son of H. Wayne and Pauline (Bruot) Roan. He graduated from Bryan High School in 1966. Stanley was a US Navy veteran, serving from 1968-1970 in the Vietnam war, then the reserves through 1973. He retired from Owens Corning in 2007 after 28 years as a Transportation Specialist. Unable to stay retired, he drove a school bus for Maumee City Schools for 5 years before moving to Columbus. He then continued driving for Worthington City Schools from 2015-2023. Outside of work, he enjoyed being active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion Post...

Stanley W. Roan, 75, passed away on January 2, 2024 at his residence. Born April 6, 1948, he was the son of H. Wayne and Pauline (Bruot) Roan. He graduated from Bryan High School in 1966. Stanley was a US Navy veteran, serving from 1968-1970 in the Vietnam war, then the reserves through 1973. He retired from Owens Corning in 2007 after 28 years as a Transportation Specialist. Unable to stay retired, he drove a school bus for Maumee City Schools for 5 years before moving to Columbus. He then continued driving for Worthington City Schools from 2015-2023. Outside of work, he enjoyed being active outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion...

Thurgood Linebarger, 69, of Columbus, Oh, formerly of Tuscaloosa, Al, passed away December 14, 2023. He was born March 4, 1954 to the late Joseph Scott and Lillie Rembert Taylor. To read the full obituary and to share a condolence with the family, please visit www.NewcomerColumbus.com.

Marie Theresa Long (Schafer) died Sunday, October 8th at her daughter's home in Lewis Center, Ohio surrounded by family. She was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on May 17th, 1925 to David Schafer and Agnes Burke Schafer. She attended Mt. De Chantal Academy and received a B.A. from Wheeling College. She worked for many years at Wheeling College as a secretary and in Public Relations. Marie (Trish) was an avid reader of history and particularly enjoyed learning about the Civil War and World War II. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Ireland, Italy, and Greece. She loved folk dancing, square dancing, singing, and attending stage plays and musicals with her grandchildren. She is...

Robert Lawrence Rollins was born in Syracuse, New York on June 14, 1933 to his birth mother the late Betty Tisdale. He was raised by the late Reverend Anna and Theodore Rollins of Toledo, Ohio. On September 21, 2023, Robert, received his call to glory as a good and faithful servant of the lord. Robert graduated from Waite High School and joined the United States Army. After the completion of his service in the Army, he attended The Moody Bible Institute. He worked for Erie Army Depot and the United States Postal Service for 35 years. Robert Rollins, Uncle Bob to many, was a member of Mays Chapel United Holy Church, currently Faith Community shortly after its founding in 1946. He is...

Marilyn Edna Lee, age 85, of Powell, OH went to be with the Lord on September 19, 2023 at Dublin Methodist Hospital. She was born on March 14, 1938 in Chester, PA to the late Fredrick Coppock and Clara (McCracken) Coppock. Survived by son Mark Lee, daughter Pamela (William Rutter) Lee, Grandson Cameron Lee, Granddaughters, Cassidi and Cayli Lee, sister Sandra Coppock numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and other family. She worked at General Electric as a secretary where she met her husband John in 1963. She was in the top 12 in a Miss Pennsylvania Pageant. She loved playing golf, painting and bowling. Visitation will be held at Newcomer from 11am-1pm on Tuesday September 26, 2023,...

Gerald "Jerry" Lawrence Miller of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on August 11, 2023. He was born in Waverly, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Lucy (Anderson) Miller. He is preceded in death by the absolute love of his life, Carolyn Miller; sisters, Eileen (Jack) Foster, Margery (Robert) Deacon; niece, Linda Dailey; and Son-in-Law; Mike McCoy. Surviving family includes; nieces and nephews; Van, Alice, David; children, Kathy, Teresa, Pat (Wendy); grand children, Michael (Kari), Andy, Maggie, Justin; as well as, great grand children, Morgan, Tripp. Gerald more affectionately known as "Jerry" and "Unc" was an amazing man who loved to joke and spend time with his family. Jerry was 1953 graduate of...

Gerald "Jerry" Lawrence Miller of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on August 11, 2023. He was born in Waverly, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Lucy (Anderson) Miller. He is preceded in death by the absolute love of his life, Carolyn Miller; sisters, Eileen (Jack) Foster, Margery (Robert) Deacon; niece, Linda Dailey; and Son-in-Law; Mike McCoy. Surviving family includes; nieces and nephews; Van, Alice, David; children, Kathy, Teresa, Pat (Wendy); grand children, Michael (Kari), Andy, Maggie, Justin; as well as, great grand children, Morgan, Tripp. Gerald more affectionately known as "Jerry" and "Unc" was an amazing man who loved to joke and spend time with his family. Jerry was 1953 graduate of...

Alice Elizabeth Kimbell departed from our world leaving it a better place on Thursday, August 10, 2023. A dedicated educator, an outstanding teacher for 38 years in Columbus City Schools and a caring wonderful loyal friend to many, Alice inspired all who were touched by her love of learning, her zest for life and her deep fondness and devotion to all animals. Alice began her life on April 17, 1938, in Toledo, Ohio with the loss of her beautiful Mother. She was named after her Mother, Alice. Her devout Grandmother wrapped her in her arms and took her home to join her brother, Jered and Father, William Kimbell. She grew up in Toledo, Ohio, graduated from The Ohio State University in 1959...

Austin "Pippin" Miller, 96, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio. To read the full obituary and share a memory of Pippin or leave a special message for her family, visit www.newcomercolumbus.com.

Lorraine A. Helten, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at St. Ann Hospital in Westerville, Ohio surrounded by family and loved ones. To read the full obituary and share a message of condolence with the family, visit www.newcomercolumbus.com.