Robert Criner

Robert Criner obituary

Robert Criner

Robert Criner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jerry Spears Funeral Home - Columbus on Feb. 2, 2026.
Robert L. Criner, age 67, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026 at Licking Memorial. He was a retired truck driver. Attended Columbus West High School before graduating from Hilliard High School. Veteran United States Army. Preceded in death by, parents, John and Roberta Criner, brothers, Donald Criner and John Criner Jr, sister, Edith Cochran. Survived by, sister, Jennie (Ron Diles) Diller, great nephew, Bentley Tigner, numerous other family and friends. Private family arrangements have been completed with JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HONE with CREMATORY, 2693 W. Broad St.

To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Robert's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Robert Criner's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Robert Criner's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?