March 2026
Rev. James Meredith -
Rev. Meredith was a Full Elder in the United Methodist Church, serving Vandalia Assoc (DN) 1976; Versailles-Webster Charge (DN) 1977; Jackson Center (DN) 1981; Eden Chapel (C) 1986; Jeffersonville (CS) 1990; and Groveport (CS) 2001 before retiring.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rikki Meredith, and condolences will reach her at 174 Kramer St., Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110.
Visitation will be on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 12:00 – 2:00 pm at the Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home, 650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester. The service will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home.
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February 2026
Patricia Jo Sisson Morris -
Patricia Morris is the former spouse of Rev. David Sisson who served the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church before his passing,
Pat’s strong faith in God was the foundation of her life. It guided her decisions, shaped her character, and carried her through both joyful seasons and difficult days.
Her faith was not only something she believed, but something she lived daily through quiet acts of service, steadfast prayer, and a heart always ready to help someone in need. She gave generously of her time, her energy, and her love, rarely seeking recognition. Her family was her greatest joy.
Pat poured herself into her children, grandchildren, and great grandchild, always putting their needs above her own. She celebrated their accomplishments, supported them through challenges, and showed her love in countless practical ways—through Dairy Queen runs, rides given, conversations shared, and prayers spoken faithfully on their behalf. She cherished every moment spent with them and made each one feel deeply known and loved.
She was also a devoted hairstylist for more than 50 years, and a business owner for 17 years. Pat treasured the relationships she built with her clients, many of whom became lifelong friends. More than a stylist, she was a listener, an encourager, and a steady presence for anyone who sat in her chair.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Rev, David Edwin Sisson; her second husband, Robert F. Morris, Sr.; and her parents, Joseph Osten Glassner and Shirley JoAnn Glassner.
Prior to Rev. David Sisson's passing, he and Pat served the West Ohio Conference in ministry to First UMC in Athens and Northwest UMC in Columbus.
Pat is survived by her daughter, Cara (Jason) Adams; her son, Jonathan (Danielle) Sisson; and her daughter, Amy (Mansour) Mathlouthi. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Connor, Brooke, Jonathan (Bri), Cailey, Ethan, Christian, Noah, Eleanor, and AJ, and great grandmother to Oliver. She is also survived by her sisters, Susan Glassner, Lynn (Greg) Donaldson, and Tammy (Steve Mould) Glassner, along with a host of other cousins and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 1, 2026, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Rutherford-Corbin Funeral Home, 515 High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43085. A funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Upper Arlington Lutheran Church, Mill Run Campus, 3500 Mill Run Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026. A luncheon will follow the service.
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Diane Devers Sprague -
Diane Devers Sprague, age 86, of Columbus, was the wife for nearly 66 years of Bishop C Joseph Sprague, who survives her.
She was the daughter of Irene Haupt Devers and Donald D. Devers, step-daughter of Delbert Allford (upon the premature death of her father), was born in Dayton, and graduated from Trotwood-Madison High School, Miami Jacobs and North Central Colleges. For more than 45 years, Diane was a devoted supporter of Joe's ministry as pastor and bishop in the United Methodist Church, while distinguishing herself as a Head Start teacher and Recreational Therapist in nursing homes and the former Central Ohio Psychiatric Hospital in Columbus. Her students, co-workers, and patients highly regarded Diane because of an empathetic heart that identified graciously with the wounds of others. She had a rare capacity to value and accept all people equally, regardless of their life situation.
Diane was particularly at home in her kitchen, where cooking delicacies to share with family and neighbors was a hospitable trait acquired from her mother. She enjoyed lake cottages, beach vacations with her autoharp tuned and ready, OSU women's basketball, Scrabble, giving birthday parties (even for her adored dogs), working out with a trainer, singing in the church choir, and the Cincinnati Reds.
Most of all, the abiding joy of Diane's life was her treasured family, including children and spouses Joseph D. (Denise), Mary Anna Paumier (Vince), David J. (Jane), Becca Burleson (Todd), and Mark C. (Deceased); 10 grandchildren: Mylene (Kevin), Lyda (Jesse), Dan (Haley), Victoria (Jacob), Anna (Rafal), JD (Sydney), Sam (fiancé Madelyn), Charlie, Drew, and Ben; and 10 great-grandchildren: Caroline, Wyatt, Wesley, Ella, Henry, Milo, Malcolm, Camden, Caysen, and Jack; and sisters Jeanie Hertlein and Nancy Roberts.
A former athlete herself, Diane was an avid fan of her family's many athletic involvements, and immensely proud of their academic, professional, and community accomplishments. She was overjoyed by their values and ethics, grateful for all they did for others, and constantly rejoiced in the strong family tradition they represent.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 14th, at North Broadway UMC, 48 E. N. Broadway St. Columbus, Ohio, 43214, her family will greet friends following the services. Arrangements entrusted to the Snyder Funeral Center in Delaware.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent in Memory of Diane Sprague to the Methodist Theological School in Ohio, 3081 Columbus Pike, Delaware, Ohio, 43015, for the Mark C. Sprague Scholarship Fund, that assists minority students preparing for urban ministry.
Condolences may be expressed at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com
Pastor David Brentley -
Though David may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those David touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the New Vision United Methodist Church (4400 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45229).
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 from 10:15 AM to 10:30 AM and from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location.
A masonic service will be held on Saturday, March 7th 2026 from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.
January 2026
Mrs. Carole Brown -
Brown was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. George Brown, a Full Elder in the United Methodist Church, who served Buttzville-Free Union, New Jersey 1957; Somerset, OH (Zanesville Dist) 1959; Maize Manor, Columbus 1963; Belmont (DS) 1972; Lancaster (N) 1979; Wilmington District Superintendent 1983; and Cincinnati Westwood (C) 1988.
Brown was born on Christmas day in 1934. Her mother was going to name her Judith but the nurse, a nun at Mount Carmel Hospital in Columbus, insisted she be named Carol because of the holiday. Her mother added the "e" on the end of her name, so it wasn't quite as obvious. Carole enjoyed telling this story throughout her life. She grew up as an only child on the west side of Columbus, and it was at West High School that she met and fell in love with George Brown. They went on to attend and graduate from The Ohio State University, he in theology and she in nursing. Before her children were born, she worked as a nurse at University Hospital and later for the Community Blood Center of Dayton. Although she was a caring and accomplished nurse, it was her work as a mother that allowed her to really shine. As George began his pastoral ministry, Carole's gifts as a caring and loving person were perfectly matched for life in the church. She was a talented soprano and sang in choirs her entire life. She loved getting to know new people and would take them under her wing to make them feel included. She could start up a conversation with anyone and many described her as one of the loveliest and kindest persons they knew.
Carole and George moved to Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Community after George's retirement, and they quickly became involved in many activities on campus. After George's death in 2020, Carole continued to connect with others while enjoying life to the fullest.
Carole was a loving mom, a wonderful grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed it when the family gathered for special celebrations. She liked sharing meals, laughter, and music with those who were closest to her. As a person of deep faith, she trusted in the abiding presence of God, and her family believes the light of heaven is shining on her as she reunites with her dear George and so many others.
Carole is survived by sons Rev. Larry Brown (Kelly), Phil Brown (Kathy), and daughter, Julie Albright (Mark). In addition, there are many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family that were very special in Carole's life. A memorial service will be held at Otterbein Community UMC on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Visitation will be at 1:00pm, followed by the service at 2:00pm.
Memorial gifts may be made to Otterbein Lebanon SeniorLife Benevolent Care in Carole's memory: https://otterbein.org/donate/.
Condolences can be left online or sent to Rev. Larry Brown, 3583 Foxcroft Drive, Lewis Center, OH 43035.
Garnet Lucille Nuhfer -
Nuhfer was born in Woodville, Ohio on July 29,1934 to Kenneth and Theda (St. Clair) Miller. She grew up in Woodville and graduated from Woodville High School. On September 14, 1952 she married James Nuhfer, who was drafted into the Army the following February. Their first child was born the following November. Jim was home for five days before shipping out to Korea. Lucille kept their daughter acquainted with her daddy with a picture in her crib and many stories.
When Jim was to be discharged, Lucille signed Jim up for College at Otterbein in Westerville in the ministerial program and obtained housing for them. Jim started Otterbein in the fall of 1955.
Lucille had a nursery school in their home while Jim was in college. When Jim was hospitalized in 1958, she took over his janitorial job at the college church. Their second child was born in Jim’s Junior year at Otterbein.
Lucille was always a help mate for Jim in his ministry. It was a team effort. For 40 years she was active in women’s work. She was a district officer and leader. She also was a craft director for all of Jim’s camps at Camp St. Mary’s. Lucille helped organize the Singing Minister’s Wives of Ohio and for many years enjoyed the fellowship and joy of singing. She always sang in the choir of her church. Lucille served as Jim’s secretary. She typed many term papers and was kept involved in his education to that degree. Their third child was born while serving a church in Marion. Jim and Lucille served many churches throughout Ohio in Rossburg, New Lebanon, Helena, Marion, Findlay, Fremont, Toledo, Archbold and St. Mary’s.
In retirement, Jim and Lucille lived in St. Mary’s and she was active at the Auglaize Council of Aging, volunteering and leading programs and singing. At Grace Church she was a liturgist and soloist. She was active in missions for over 40 years serving as mission chairman, organizing mission projects for “Festival of Sharing”. She was also president of the Grace United Methodist Women for 4 years.
The Nuhfer’s have three children Kimberly (Patrick) Thomas of Kenton; Kris (Laura) Nuhfer of Bowling Green and Jan (Steve) Bertonsachi of Westerville. They have four grandchildren Ben Harruff of Sidney, Krista (Jeff Miller) Nuhfer of Dublin, Erik Nuhfer of Bowling Green and Julie Brown of Columbus.
Lucille is also survived by her sister Kathy (Terry) Murphy of South Carolina, a niece Becky Brools of Woodville and nephew Terry Murphy Jr. of Florida. Lucille was proceeded in death by her parents, husband and her son, Kris.
Following Jim’s passing in 2010 she moved from St. Mary’s to Otterbein Portage Valley in Pemberville. She became a member of the Faith U.M. Church in Luckey. At Portage Valley she was involved in bible studies, activities and volunteering at the gift shop. She then moved to assisted living in Westerville and finally to Blanchard Place in Kenton, Ohio.
Family and friends will be received 10-11 a.m., with a memorial service at 11 a.m., Friday, March 20, 2026 at Marsh & Marsteller Funeral Home 201 W. Main St., Woodville, OH. Interment will be in Westwood Cemetery Woodville, OH at a family committal. Officiating will be Rev. Peter Johnston.
Memorials can take the form of contributions to: Faith United Methodist Church, Tranquility Hospice, or Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place. If you would care to share a memory of photo with the family, you may do so at WWW.marshfuneralhomes.com
Rev. Katie M. Wilson -
Rev. Wilson of Trotwood, Ohio was a retired Deacon in the United Methodist Church, serving at Miami Valley Hospital as a Case Manager (MIV) 2006, and in Children’s Ministry at Dixon UMC (GMD) since 2010.
Visitation will be on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 10:00 am at Dixon United Methodist Church, 1691 Infirmary Rd., Dayton, OH, with the funeral service to follow at 11:00 am. Rev. Dr. Bridget Weatherspoon officiating. Arrangements entrusted to House of Wheat Funeral Home.
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Condolences can be left online here, or sent to her family at 451 Tapestry Lane, Trotwood, Ohio 45426.
Rev. William "Bill" Hunter -
Rev. William "Bill" Hunter passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2026 at the age of 81. His death followed many years of living with the complications of Parkinson’s disease.
Bill shared the beauty of life together with his wife, Pat, for over 55 years. Love and laughter flowed in their home, as they nurtured their children, Marcy and Brett, into adulthood. That circle of love has grown wider with the marriages of Marcy to Dave, and Brett to Angie; and wider still the circle of love has grown to include precious grandchildren, Carley, Imre, Max, and Nova.
For more than 40 years, Bill served in ministry among the congregations of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church. He loved and served four church families in his years of ministry: Wayne UM Church, Oregon Faith UM Church, William Street UM Church in Delaware, Ohio, and Northwest UM Church in Columbus, Ohio. Bill also served at the District and the Conference levels, first as the Findlay District Program Assistant, and later as the Columbus South District Superintendent and member of the Bishop’s cabinet (Wayne (F) 1970; Findlay DPA 1974; Oregon Faith (T) 1979; William Street (CN) 1984; Supt Columbus South Dist 1993; Northwest (CN) 1997). Although Bill grew in knowledge and experience in those administrative roles, each time he became “homesick” to return to a church family to be their Pastor. Bill loved, and was loved, by so many. He is remembered for his creative, caring, and also his sense of humor.
He embraced God’s people with Faith, Hope, Love, and Unconditional Grace; and it lives on in our memories, and in the lives he has touched.
*A Celebration of Life service will be held at King Avenue United Methodist Church, 299 King Ave., Columbus, OH 43201, on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Friends may gather for visitation from 1:00pm-2:00pm, with the Celebration of Life beginning at 2:00pm.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to NNEMAP Food Pantry, a nonprofit social service agency distributing food and other resources to residents of Columbus, Ohio. The needs of so many are so great at this time. Bill’s caring heart will be touched by your response to those needs. Donations can be sent to NNEMAP, Inc. P.O. Box 10614, Columbus, Ohio, 43201. Please include “in memory of Bill Hunter”.
Obituary information for William Hunter
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Rev. William "Bill" Hunter -
Rev. William "Bill" Hunter passed at the age of 81 after years of living with many years of living with the complications of Parkinson’s disease.
Rev. Hunter shared the beauty of life with his wife, Pat, for over 55 years. Love and laughter flowed in their home, as they nurtured their children, Marcy and Brett, into adulthood. That circle of love has grown wider with the marriages of Marcy to Dave, and Brett to Angie; and wider still the circle of love has grown to include precious grandchildren, Carley, Imre, Max, and Nova.
For more than 40 years, Rev. Hunter served in ministry among the congregations of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church. He loved and served four church families in his years of ministry: Wayne UM Church, Oregon Faith UM Church, William Street UM Church in Delaware, Ohio, and Northwest UM Church in Columbus, Ohio. Bill also served at the District and the Conference levels, first as the Findlay District Program Assistant, and later as the Columbus South District Superintendent and member of the Bishop’s cabinet (Wayne (F) 1970; Findlay DPA 1974; Oregon Faith (T) 1979; William Street (CN) 1984; Supt Columbus South Dist 1993; Northwest (CN) 1997). Although Rev. Hunter grew in knowledge and experience in those administrative roles, each time he became “homesick” to return to a church family to be their Pastor. Rev. Hunter loved, and was loved, by so many. He is remembered for his creative, caring, and also his sense of humor.
He embraced God’s people with Faith, Hope, Love, and Unconditional Grace; and it lives on in our memories, and in the lives he has touched.
Rev. Hunter's life will be celebrated with a service at King Avenue UM Church; Date TBD.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to NNEMAP Food Pantry, a nonprofit social service agency distributing food and other resources to residents of Columbus, Ohio. Donations can be sent to NNEMAP, Inc. P.O. Box 10614, Columbus, Ohio, 43201. Please include “in memory of Bill Hunter”.
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Noreen Rohrer -
The wife of Rev. David Rohrer, she served alongside her husband serving West Ohio Conference and these congregations: Harpster (F) 2000; New Hope (A) 2004; Payne St Paul (NWP) 2012
Below is the obituary published on Legacy.com by Beinhauer Family Funeral Homes - Peters Township - McMurray on Jan. 6, 2026.
Age 74, of Scott Township, formerly of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Noreen was the cherished wife of 50 years to David J. Rohrer; loving mother of Audrey (Mike) Bode, Dan (Sarah) Rohrer, Lesley (Adrian) Good, Paul (Edward Wilson) Rohrer; grandma of Annabelle, Will, Violet and Asher Bode, Samuel and Joseph Rohrer, and Evan Good; sister of Frederick W. (Joann) Smith; sister-in-law of Mary Jo (John) Dietrich. Noreen is also survived by her nephews Chad (Maria) Smith, Ryan (Chrissie) Smith, and special niece Sarah (Ambrosia) Blasier-McCollum, and her daughter Anais. Preceded in death by her parents Alvin and Harriet (Ward) Smith, twin sister Doreen May Blasier, and half-brother Robert E. "Bobby" Smith.
The family will hold a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please donate to UPMC Family Hospice (clikc her to donate). Arrangements by BEINHAUER, 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317.
All services private.