Westerville Obituaries - May 10, 2026
Peggy Jean Cady
December 31, 1955 – April 28, 2026
Peggy Jean Cady, 70, of Westerville, passed away peacefully at home April 28, 2026. She was born in Sandusky and grew up in Norwalk before making Westerville her home for the past 40 years.
Peggy worked for more than 25 years with Westerville City Schools, beginning in a school library, then as secretary at Wilder Elementary, and later in the district administrative building. She was known for her creativity, kindness, and dedication to students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
She faced years of illness with strength and grace and was remembered for her smile, humor, and care for others. Her greatest pride was her family.
She is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Thomas Cady; sister Pam Mercer and Terry Mercer; brothers Jim Reeves, and Dan Reeves and Rhoda Reeves; son Brian Cady and Lindsey Cady; daughter Breanna Hrabusa and Brendon Hrabusa; five grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Terry Lynn Miller Salser
January 6, 1959 – May 1, 2026
Terry Lynn Miller Salser, 67, of Westerville, passed away peacefully at home May 1, 2026. She was born in Johnstown, Ohio, to James Miller and Betty Patton Miller.
A 1977 graduate of Johnstown Monroe High School, Terry was a cheerleader and later attended cosmetology school. She married John Salser in 1987, and they built a life centered on family, travel, camping, and shared memories.
She is survived by her husband, John; son Sean; daughter Megan; daughter-in-law Natalie Stallings; grandchildren Khalif and Ellena Mae; nephew Corey Miller; cousin Dawn Pickens; and her dogs, Lola and Max.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Miller; mother Betty Bolton Miller; stepfather Dick Bolton; and brother Rick Miller.
Terry enjoyed weekly lunches with high school classmates, cheering at her grandson’s sporting events, finding bargains, and showing her 1966 Mustang convertible at car shows. She will be remembered for her lively spirit, humor, devotion to family, and deep love for her grandchildren.
Lowell H. Morris
June 29, 1928 – April 30, 2026
Lowell H. Morris, 97, a longtime resident of Canal Winchester, Ohio, passed away April 30, 2026, in Venice, Florida, where he spent winters with his daughter, Cindy Harden. He was born in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to Ross and Juanita Morris.
After high school, Lowell worked as a forest ranger in St. Regis, Montana, before attending Otterbein College in Westerville. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology in 1952 and met his wife, Phyllis Jean King, while at Otterbein. They were married for 66 years before her death in 2018.
Lowell retired as director of the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation for the state of Ohio. In retirement, he pursued art, wrote a children’s book, taught himself ventriloquism, traveled the West with Phyllis, and enjoyed time with his grandchildren.
A man of strong Christian faith, Lowell found wonder in the world around him and remained grateful throughout his life. He will be missed by family and friends.
Marlene M. Smith
October 10, 1968 – May 2, 2026
Marlene M. Smith, 57, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away May 2, 2026. She was born in Toledo to Zuella Meek Czerniak and the late Edwin Czerniak.
Marlene worked for 15 years at Huntington Bank and took great pride in her work. She enjoyed watching “The Golden Girls,” tending to her flowers, recycling, and celebrating the Fourth of July and Christmas.
She cherished time with family and friends and was known for her generous spirit, care for others, and love for her dogs. She will be dearly missed.
Nana “Nancy” Nagy
June 26, 1952 – May 6, 2026
Nana “Nancy” Nagy, 73, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away May 6, 2026. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, and was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Maria Lafferty.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen Nagy; daughter Melanie Field and Ken Field; grandchildren Madilyn, Mollie, Maci, Kylee, and Kaylynn; and siblings Bob, Sandy, and Rick Lafferty and Sharon Lafferty.
Nancy enjoyed reading, crocheting, time outside in the sun, caring for her plants, and being with her dogs. She also loved concerts, musicals, her tattoos, and especially time with family.
Gloria J. Stover
May 14, 1951 – March 15, 2026
Gloria J. Stover, 74, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away peacefully March 15, 2026. She was known for her creativity, warmth, and joyful spirit.
Gloria had a lifelong passion for comics, science fiction, and fantasy. She was also an avid Yankees fan and spent many years collecting art and memorabilia. In the 1990s, she worked with local convention organizers, sharing her enthusiasm for the genres she loved.
Later in life, Gloria discovered glass bead making, creating pieces that reflected her artistic nature. Family and friends will remember her bright smile, infectious laugh, and cooking that brought people together.
Dianna Lyn Wintermute
July 8, 1955 – April 29, 2026
Dianna Lyn Wintermute, 70, passed away April 29, 2026, at Kettering Health Dayton, surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio, and graduated from Westerville High School in 1973 before earning a bachelor’s degree in business from Franklin University.
Known as Di, she was remembered for her humor, sharp wit, generosity, and love of people. She also had a lifelong love of motorcycles and animals, especially Rottweilers.
She is survived by her mother, Betty Wintermute; sister Deb Wintermute; nieces Kaitlyn Duff and fiancé Ben Fink, and Shannon Duff; lifelong companion Jo Wilson; fur baby Hannah; cousins Judy Laubanthal, and Karen Banks and Jeff Banks; and many other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ed Wintermute.
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