Obituaries
Wilbur L. Brooks Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
Wilbur Lamoine Brooks, 71, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on March 26, 2026. Born on January 7, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio, Wilbur was the son of Wilbur L. Brooks Sr. and Geraldine (Sampson) Brooks. Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Geraldine Brooks, and his sister, Denise Brooks. He graduated from South High School in 1973. Following...
Charles Edward Davis
Mar 25, 2026
Charles E. Davis, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully on March 25, 2026. Full obituary is forthcoming. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a Funeral Service immediately following at Greater Ebenezer Cathedral of Praise 2645 Fairwood Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43207. Repast to follow. To leave a message a message of condolence...
Leslie B Florence
Mar 24, 2026
Leslie Florence, 91, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully on March 24, 2025. Full obituary is forthcoming. Graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Evergreen Burial Park, Columbus, Ohio at 1:00 pm. To leave a message of condolence please visit his Guest Book.
Audrey Bell Boone
Mar 24, 2026
Audrey Bell Boone, 94, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. Friends will be received for Visitation at Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service at 1370 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205 on Saturday, April 4th, 2026 from 9:00 am until 10:00 am . Services will be held at Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service at...
Renee Slocum
Mar 19, 2026
Renee Slocum, 73, of Columbus, Ohio gained her wings on March 19, 2026. She will forever be missed by those who loved her. Daughter of Andrew and Anna Slocum; cherished sister and friend. May God welcome her into his loving arms. To leave a message of condolence please visit her Guest Book.
Chester Woods
Mar 12, 2026
Chester Woods, 78, of Columbus, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. Friends will be received for Visitation at Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service at 1370 East Main Street Columbus, Ohio 43205 on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm . Burial will take place immediately following at Mountainview Memory...
Ammer S. James
Mar 12, 2026
Ammer James, affectionately called “Nanny” by many, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the age of 91. Ammer was born on January 1, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, to Joseph and Sarah Scott. Ammer attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from Central High School. She later retired after more than 30 years of service...
Donna Cleo Roxanne Crockett
Mar 9, 2026
Donna Cleo Roxanna Crockett, affectionately known as “Roxanne”, was born July 2, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois to Donald Gene and Barbara Jean Dameron. She is the third eldest of eight children, and was raised along with six of her siblings in Steubenville, Ohio for most of her childhood. She will be remembered for her joyous spirit, devotion to her faith,...
Derrick Anthony Williams
Mar 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Derrick A. Williams, who departed this life unexpectedly at his home on March 5th 2026 at the age of 50. Derrick was a man who found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He loved spending time outdoors, especially fishing, often sharing those moments with his children, nieces, and nephews, who...
Douglas R Wade
Mar 5, 2026
**Obituary for Douglas R. Wade** Douglas (“Doug”) Renald Wade, 81, died after a long battle with dementia on March 5, 2026 at St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville, Ohio, he was a long-time resident of Columbus, Ohio. Born in Baltimore Maryland, his parents relocated to Columbus shortly after his birth, and it was there; while growing up, he developed a love...
Mary Lucille Thomas
Mar 5, 2026
Mary Lucille Thomas, age 81, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 21, 1944, to David Sr. and Clotine Goodman, Mary was the eldest of three siblings. She lived a life marked by faith, devotion, service, and love for her family and community. On September 3, 1966,...
Joyce B. Robinson
Mar 2, 2026
Joyce Bernice Robinson was born January 17, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio, to the proud parents of Sybil and David Robinson. She was the second of three daughters. She departed this life on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Laurels of Worthington. Joyce was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend whose thoughtfulness touched everyone she met. She lived...
Frances M Brown
Mar 2, 2026
Frances M Brown, 81, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 2, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. Friends will be received for Visitation at Stewart Memorial CME Church at 60 South Cypress Ave Columbus, Ohio 43222t on March 21, 2026 from 9:00 am until 10am. Services will be held at Stewart Memorial CME Church at 10:00...
Gloris Ann Wilson
Mar 2, 2026
Gloris Ann Wilson, 89, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 2, 2026. The family of Gloris Ann Wilson wishes to pay tribute to our beloved Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother, Aunt, and Cousin. Gloris Ann Wilson was born on February 24, 1937, in Talladega, Alabama, to the union of Walter and Mary Lou...
SHIRLEY HOWARD
Feb 28, 2026
Shirley Howard rested peacefully in God’s hands on February 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Born to Aletha E. Stewart and Lawrence B. Stewart on May 31, 1935, in South Carolina. She attended Central High School and Columbus State Community College. Member of the Robinwood Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. Shirley received private security training through the State of Ohio,...
VALERIE J JONES
Feb 21, 2026
**Obituary for Valerie J. Jones** VALERIE BUTCHER JONES was born to the late Lawrence and Elizabeth Butcher on July 23, 1949, in Amonate, Virginia. She loved to paint, help the “underdog” and play slots at the casino. She gave thanks EVERYDAY to her Lord Jesus Christ for all the blessings He had given her. After graduating from Big Creek High...
Sherry L. Kidd
Feb 16, 2026
**Obituary for Sherry L. Kidd** *June 29, 1961 – February 16, 2026* It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sherry L. Kidd, who left this world peacefully on Monday, February 16th, 2026, at the age of 64. A beloved resident of Columbus, Ohio, Sherry touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit....
Darlene Thomas
Feb 14, 2026
**Obituary for Darlene Thomas** It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Darlene Thomas of Columbus, Ohio, who left this world peacefully on February 14, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on a warm Sunday, August 13, 1939, Darlene’s life was a testament to the quiet strength and loving spirit for which she will forever be...
Delores Grant
Feb 14, 2026
Delores Ann Grant was born on September 26, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio to the union of Katherine Josephine Alston and Richard Earl Parks. Delores was a graduate of West High School in 1957 who persistently had a strong desire to learn more about God by regularly volunteering, leading home-based Bible study courses, and teaching Sunday school classes. Her background in...
MILDRED L THOMAS
Feb 10, 2026
Mildred (Forte’) Thomas, born June 17, 1949, in Grindstone, Pennsylvania to Benjamin and Mildred (Hungerford) Forte’. Mildred Thomas graduated from high school in Pennsylvania. Then she and her family moved to Columbus, where she lived until her death. Mildred began working working for Ohio Bell Telephone company in various jobs. She transferred to the AT&T’s Marketing (sales) department where she...
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