Vaughn P. Atherton
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Vaughn P. Atherton, 52 of Columbus, died Saturday morning November 1, 2025 at his home.
He was born July 24, 1973 in Kenton to Larry and Sharon E. (Hause) Atherton.
Vaughn was a 1992 graduate of North Union High School. He had worked for Tracy Carlyle at his restaurants in Richwood and Delaware. He also had worked for Midwest Express.
Vaughn enjoyed hunting and fishing, cooking and both vegetable and flower gardening, he had a bit of a green thumb.
He is survived by his father, Larry Atherton of Richwood. His sister, Suelyn (Kevin) Ackerman of Richwood and their children, Luke (Olivia) Ackerman, Blake (Nick) Pitman and Joel Ackerman
Also surviving is Vaughn's longtime friend, Kevin Lefevers of Columbus
And many extended family and friends.
Services celebrating Vaughn's life will be held Saturday November 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the Grace Chapel House of Prayer, 17935 St RT 739 Richwood, Ohio 43344. Pastor Larry Burchett will officiate. Friends may call one hour prior to the service beginning at 1 pm at the church.
The Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home is assisting the family
Memorial gifts may be made to Grace Chapel House of Prayer, c/o Debbie Mathys, 10675 LaRue-Mt. Victory Rd. LaRue, Ohio 43332
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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KEVIN N LEFEVERS
Yesterday
Vaughn, you are my Christian brother in Christ. I will miss you so much but you are always here.
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Debbie Henson
November 7, 2025
Our Lord has taken you back in his loving arms and you will never be forgotten for the time you had shared with us all. My sincere condolences.
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