Westerville Obituaries - June 14, 2026
Westerville Obituaries - June 14, 2026
Donna G. Chambers
October 16, 1935 – May 31, 2026
Donna G. Chambers, 90, of Westerville, Ohio, died Sunday, May 31, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born in Kansas City, Kansas, to Samuel Cordill and Viola Snyder Cordill. She married Arthur M. Chambers on August 14, 1953, and they shared nearly 73 years of marriage.
After moving to Columbus in 1961, Donna began learning sign language through a church volunteer effort supporting children at the Ohio School for the Deaf. She became fluent with help from teachers and members of the local deaf community. Donna later worked for 33 years at Columbus State Community College as a teacher of deaf students and a sign language interpreter.
She enjoyed drives, coffee, cookies, Coca-Cola, crafting, painting, reading, and favorite meals from Fazoli’s and Skyline Chili. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was a member of Grace Brethren Polaris and was known for her faith, kindness, generosity, helpful nature, and spirited personality.
Robert Joseph Mudd
April 30, 1929 – June 3, 2026
Robert Joseph “Bob” Mudd, 97, of Westerville, Ohio, died June 3, 2026. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, to Mike and Marie Klein Mudd, he graduated as valedictorian from Northeast Catholic High School and earned engineering degrees from the University of Louisville and University of Wisconsin, as well as an MBA from Ohio State University.
Bob served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and worked at the Ballistic Research Laboratory, supporting nuclear weapons testing in Nevada and the Pacific. He later built a career in electrical engineering before retiring in 1994.
Bob and his wife, Mary Ann Sinniger Mudd, were members of St. Paul Catholic Church for more than 60 years. He served the parish, volunteered as a math tutor, and was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus. An Eagle Scout, he enjoyed camping and traveling, eventually visiting all 50 states.
He was preceded in death by Mary Ann. He is survived by children Mary Beth, Joe, Eileen, and John, their spouses, and grandchildren David and Catherine.
Memorial donations may be made to Pontifical College Josephinum or the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.
Curtis H. Tate
June 11, 2026
Curtis H. Tate, 86, of Westerville, Ohio, died June 11, 2026. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Curtis enjoyed spending time with his family, watching golf, and following NASCAR races.
His family remembers him as a great dad and a trusted friend. He deeply missed his wife and spoke often of his love for her. His family finds comfort in believing they are together again.
Curtis is survived by his children, Debbie, Kevin, and Scott; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him.
Randall David Williams
September 12, 1985 – June 10, 2026
Randall David Williams, 40, of Ohio, died Wednesday, June 10, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Westerville and grew up in Mount Gilead and Cardington. A 2003 graduate of Lakewood High School, Randall earned an associate degree from the University of Northwestern Ohio. He worked alongside his brother, Evan, as a partner at Russ’s Auto Sales.
Known as a gearhead, Randall enjoyed truck and tractor pulls, motorsports, fireworks, and music. He especially treasured beach vacations with his wife and daughters.
Randall is survived by his wife, Amy Williams; daughters, Kamryn and Paisley; mother, Cheryl Cameron; brother, Evan Williams and his wife, Taylor; niece and nephews, Tripp, Tregg, and Tristyn; aunt, Carol Tolbert and her husband, Dave; cousins, Shawn Tolbert and his wife, Noelle, and Nick Tolbert and his husband, Greg; parents-in-law, Gary and Pam Kellison; brother-in-law, Benny Kellison; and extended family.
Calling hours will be Monday, June 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until the 1:00 p.m. funeral service at Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service, Kirkersville Chapel. Burial will follow at Lutheran Reformed Cemetery in Thornville.
Philip Steven Pelok Sr.
April 23, 1942 – June 8, 2026
Philip Steven “Phil” Pelok Sr., 84, of Westerville, Ohio, died June 8, 2026, in Columbus, surrounded by his family. Born in Defiance, Ohio, he lived in Westerville for more than 50 years. Phil worked in sales and banking. He enjoyed coaching youth soccer, landscaping, fishing, cheering for the Ohio State Buckeyes, researching his Hungarian ancestry, and caring for the family’s Vizslas. He was known for his humor and the nicknames he gave family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and June Pelok, and brothers, David and Larry Pelok. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Sandra Pelok; children, Anne Sells and her husband, Brian, Philip Pelok Jr. and his wife, Bryn, Suzy Pelok, Troy Hamilton, and Chad Hamilton and his wife, Jessica; 10 grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and his Vizsla, Ruby.
A celebration of life will be held Friday, July 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Church of the Messiah United Methodist Church, 51 N. State St., Westerville.
Memorial donations may be made to the church.
Judy Jane Lindeman
February 6, 1938 – June 9, 2026
Judy Jane Lindeman, 88, of Westerville, Ohio, died June 9, 2026. She was born to Robert Curtis and Julia Mae Caraway Land and raised in Clarendon, Texas, with her sister, Patricia Underhill. Judy attended the University of Dallas as a member of its first freshman class in 1956, where she met Charles Lindeman. They raised five children in Irving, Texas, before moving to Westerville in 1971. Judy later worked in insurance.
She enjoyed sports and was a devoted supporter of her children and grandchildren. She was known for her kindness, humor, generosity, and love of family.
Judy is survived by daughters Jane Slanoc and her husband, John, Kathryn Perrine, and Julie Hanrahan and her husband, Brian; son-in-law Bruce Gallaher; daughter-in-law Dawn Lindeman; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister; daughter, Patti Gallaher; son, Bob Lindeman; grandson, Robert Perrine; and former husband, Charles Lindeman.
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