Westerville Obituaries - September 14, 2025. And, Happening This Week In Westerville. Weekly Weather Report.
Yvonne Shop, 73, of Westerville, Ohio, passed away on August 25, 2025, at The Ohio State University James Hospice. She was born on October 25, 1951, in Pineville, West Virginia, to the late Roy Lee and Zelma Mae (Sauls) Privett.
She is survived by her daughter, Alicia (Art) Valero; grandchildren, Brandon Junk, Alexa Junk, and Cami Junk; brother, Michael (Debbie) Privett; niece and nephew, Shane and Stacia Privett; and many extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son-in-law, Greg Junk.
Yvonne worked as a licensed nurse in long-term care for more than 45 years. Outside of her profession, she enjoyed reading, caring for animals, and spending time with her family. She will be remembered as a loving grandmother, supportive mother, and devoted sister.
Private services will be held in her honor.
Judith “Judy” Irene Davison Bope, 86, of Westerville, passed away peacefully at home on September 10, 2025, with her husband of 67 years, Jack Randall Bope Jr., by her side.
Born June 18, 1939, in Columbus, she was the daughter of the late Helen Irene and Harold Eugene Davison. She was preceded in death by her son, Scott Eugene Bope, siblings Peggy Ann Bluck, BettyMae Effinger, Jane Brokaw, Harold “Sonny” Davison, and great-grandson Parker Wayne Gorsuch.
She is survived by her husband Jack; children Randy Bope, Debra (Barry) Gorsuch, the late Scott Bope, and Christina (Mark) Perri; 15 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.
Judy was a graduate of Linden McKinley High School and worked as a bookkeeper for her family’s service stations. Known for her humor, love of dancing, and devotion to her family, she made her home the heart of gatherings for children, grandchildren, and friends alike.
Memorial contributions may be made to Suncrest Hospice, Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Your Westerville Week: A Guide to Events from September 15-21, 2025
Monday, Sept 15
OCHCH Annual Conference & Trade Show — Sept 15–16, Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris (home care & hospice industry).
Tuesday, Sept 16
City Council — Regular Meeting — 7 pm, Westerville Justice Center, 229 Huber Village Blvd.
LegislationResolution 2025-09 – Accepting tax rates and levies, certifying to the county auditor.
Resolution 2025-10 – Affirming partnership with Westerville City Schools, recognizing public education’s role.
Ordinance 2025-17 – Development plan change for fast-food restaurant with drive-thru on Polaris Parkway (0.87 acres). Second reading & public hearing.
Ordinance 2025-18 – Development plan change for financial institution with drive-thru on Polaris Parkway (0.97 acres). Second reading & public hearing.
Ordinance 2025-20 – Amend city code to regulate solicitation, canvassing, and street vendors (temporary). Second reading.
Ordinance 2025-21 – Updates to municipal income tax code, as required by state law. First reading.
Motions
Approve contract modification for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project (Strawser Paving).
Enter grant agreement with COTA to fund sidewalks and paths in Brooksedge area.
Purchase Kerite 750 MCM cable from Brownstown Electric, waiving normal process.
Apply for Ohio EPA grant for portable water station.
Apply for SWACO event reduction grant for portable water station.
Direct staff to draft legislation with enhanced penalties for distracted driving in crashes or injuries.
Additional Business
Discussion of the ADAMH Levy.
Helping Kids with Math — 6–7:15 pm, Westerville Public Library. (westervillelibrary.org)
Author Talk: Ukraine Is Not Dead Yet with Megan Buskey — 6–7:30 pm, Westerville Public Library, 126 S. State St.
Insight from Buskey’s reporting and family research on how Ukrainian family histories intersect with politics, including the Soviet era and today’s war. Recommended for ages 16 and above; no registration is required. (westervillelibrary.org)
Wednesday, Sept 17
Inclusive Career & Opportunity Fair — 6–8 pm, Westerville Community Center, 350 N. Cleveland Ave. Free. (Westerville)
Meet the Author: Meg Cabot — 7–8 pm, Westerville South High School, 303 S. Otterbein Ave.
Talk and book signing with the author of The Princess Diaries. Tickets $20; $10 for students and seniors; presented by Westerville Public Library. The Library Foundation hosts a limited pre-event reception (5–6 pm). (westervillelibrary.org)
Thursday, Sept 18
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board — 6:30 pm, Westerville Community Center. (parks.westerville.org)
Friday, Sept 19
High school football (7 pm)
Westerville Central @ Olentangy
Westerville North vs Delaware Hayes
Westerville South @ Big Walnut
Saturday, Sept 20
Walk Westerville — 8:30–9:30 am, community walk. (Westerville)
Westerville Saturday Farmers’ Market — 9 am–noon, COhatch/North High Brewing lots, 240 S. State St.
Autumn Arborfest — 10 am–2 pm, Alum Creek Park North, 221 W. Main St. Free, all ages. Tree climbing, bucket-truck rides, OSU BUGmobile, The Caterpillar Guy, environmental exhibits, and native plant sales. (Westerville)
Costume Swap: Free Shopping Day — 1–5 pm, Westerville Public Library. (westervillelibrary.org)
Underground Railroad in Westerville — 1–4 pm, Hanby House.
Sunday, Sept 21
Visit with a Fire Truck (Outside) — 2–3 pm, Hanby Park (behind the library). (westervillelibrary.org)
SUNday Solar Tour & Sustainable Westerville Picnic — 3–7 pm. Area home-solar tour followed by a community picnic. Background on national “Sun Day” events at the Ohio Environmental Council and Third Act sites. (westervillelibrary.org)
Boundless Sensory-Friendly Swim — 5:30 pm, Westerville Community Center pool. (parks.westerville.org)
Printable Calendar in PDF format
This Week’s Weather Forecast
The week ahead starts mild tonight with clear skies and a low around 60. Monday will be bright and sunny, reaching 88 in the afternoon, before slipping back to 60 under partly cloudy skies. Tuesday brings more sunshine and a high near 86, followed by a cool evening with lows in the upper 50s.
Wednesday and Thursday are expected to stay warm and clear, both topping out in the mid-to-upper 80s, with comfortable nights in the 58- to 60-degree range.
Friday keeps the sunny stretch going with highs near 89, before a shift in the pattern arrives over the weekend. A 30% chance of showers develops Saturday and lingers into Sunday, with highs easing down from the low 80s to around 80 by the end of the week.
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