Westerville Obituaries - April 27, 2025
Bryan Henderson Jr., 63, of Maysville, NC, passed away April 19, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. Born January 12, 1962, in Gastonia, NC, he was the son of the late Claude Bryan Henderson Sr. and Carolyn "Casey" Henderson.
Bryan grew up in Ohio, graduated from Westerville South High School, and pursued a career in information technology. He worked for over 20 years at Vertiv (formerly Emerson/Liebert Corporation) and later returned to North Carolina to be closer to family.
He is survived by his mother, Casey Henderson; sister, Myra Mash (Don); wife, Winnifred Harris Henderson; children, Kaela Williams, Tyler Henderson, and Nick Zickefoose; grandchildren, Nora, Nash, Nile, Jude, Berkley, and Nicolas; and many extended family members and friends.
Christine (Eichner) Berger passed away on April 21, 2025. A graduate of Bishop Ready High School, Christine studied social work at the University of Cincinnati and Capital University. She dedicated her early years to raising her children, volunteering with the school PTA and football boosters. Christine later worked as an educational aide in the Hilliard and Westerville City School Districts. Her life was marked by her deep care for others and her strong faith.
Thomas R. Flack, 71, of Westerville, OH, passed away at his home after a battle with cancer. Born November 1, 1953, in Litchfield, IL, Tom graduated from Pekin High School and earned a degree from IUPUI in Indianapolis. He spent most of his career as a financial advisor with Select Executive Benefits.
In keeping with Tom’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A private family service will be held at a later date.
Martha "Marty" Starkey, 68, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away on April 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born December 27, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio, Marty was the youngest of seven siblings. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Toledo and a master's from Bowling Green State University, beginning a long and meaningful career in speech therapy.
Marty spent over three decades at the Childhood League Center, where she made a lasting impact on children and families. She was known for her compassion, humor, and devotion to those she loved. Her greatest joy was being a mother to her children, Caitlin and Aaron, and a caring grandmother.
Marty’s ability to unite people and create lasting traditions leaves a deep and enduring legacy. Her absence will be profoundly felt by all who knew her.
Collin Garrett Thacker, 23, of Caledonia, passed away on April 20, 2025.
Born May 19, 2001, in Westerville, OH, Collin was the son of Melanie (Kurtich) Collins. A graduate of River Valley High School, he earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Ohio State University, Marion Campus, where he was beloved by faculty and students. Collin was a gifted poet, short-story writer, and artist, pursuing his master’s degree in creative writing with dreams of becoming an English professor.
He found great joy in his faith, participating in Bible studies at Lifepoint Church, and lived each day with kindness, creativity, and a heart for others.
Marjorie Leona (Hanover) Wells, 101, of Westerville, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at the Village at Westerville.
Born September 4, 1923, in her family home in Westerville, Marjorie was married to her high school sweetheart, Ralph W. Wells, for 75 years. She worked at the Kilgore war plant during World War II, later clerked at Lazarus, and served as a receptionist at Liberty Presbyterian Church for 23 years before retiring in 2010
Known for her warmth, humor, and love of reading, music, and storytelling, Marjorie leaves behind a lifetime of fond memories and kindness.
Shirley L. Moore, age 79, of Westerville, passed away peacefully April 24, 2025 at Kobacker House surrounded by her family. She was retired from Worthington Industries after 28 years of service and a graduate of Mifflin High School, class of 1964. She enjoyed the outdoors and gardening, especially mowing her lawn.
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