Roberta Joanne Wasmus

Roberta “Bert” Joanne Wasmus, 72, of Grove City, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 17, 1953, in Carroll, Ohio, Bert cherished her family above all else and lived by the conviction that family is everything. She delighted in traveling with loved ones and created custom T-shirts to commemorate those shared adventures. A devoted Christian, her faith remained a steady and meaningful part of her life.

Bert was known for her loud, joyous personality and her wonderful sense of humor. She loved making people laugh and was always ready with a funny face or playful moment for her grandchildren. She expressed her deep affection through thoughtful gestures, whether by preparing special meals or selecting meaningful gifts for those she cared about most. Even while facing a long battle with cancer, she met the challenge with remarkable strength, courage, and bravery, becoming an inspiration to everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her daughters, Angel Hillyard (Ben) and Bethany Wasmus (Daniel); her grandchildren, Andrew Hillyard and Aaron Hillyard; and her siblings, Herb Thorne, Mike Thorne, Leo Suplee, and Bonnie Sutton. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Kirk Wasmus; her parents, Murele Thorne and Wesley Gene Thorne; and her siblings, Gene “Butch” Thorne and Richard “Dick” Thorne.

Bert’s love, her faith, and her unwavering belief that family is everything will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.