Obituaries

Jun 23, 2019

Ray Anthony Martin born August 19,1960 was called home June 23, 2019 at the age of 59. Preceded in death by parents Clifford and Betty Ann Martin; sister Mary Martin; brothers Keith Martin, Clifford Martin Jr. and son Ray Anthony Houston.

He is survived by sons Ray Wooden, Lamar Wooden; daughters Nakisha Martin, Suprina Wooden, Reesee Wooden,...

Jun 23, 2019

Viola Thomas was born August 30, 1935 in Auburn, Alabama, the first child  of Carey and Hattie Q. Evans.  She passed away June 23, 2019 in League City, Texas surrounded by her family.

While living in Auburn she met and married Otis Thomas. They moved to Columbus, Ohio to pursue a better life.  To this union were...

Jun 22, 2019

Horace Scott of Winston Salem, North Carolina passed away on Jun 22, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jun 21, 2019

Michael Leve Toney 68, of Columbus, Ohio passed away in his home June 21, 2019. He was born October 14, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio, to Donald F. and Margaret A. (Wooden) Toney . He was raised in Columbus and was a 1968 graduate of West High School where he ran track. He attended both The Ohio State University and...

Jun 21, 2019

William Lovett of Bexley, Ohio passed away on Jun 21, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jun 21, 2019

John Willie Allen, affectionately known as “Mack Maine”, was born August 11, 1946 in Augusta, Georgia. John attended school until the 5th grade. He enjoyed farming, practicing with guns and cans, and bowling. He received many trophies. John was employed at JG Iron Casting in Delaware as a fork lift driver and he was also a chef. He loved...

Jun 21, 2019

Durnell Dominique Breaston "Dee Dee or Nell", was born May 18, 1988 in Columbus, Ohio to Junior Breaston and Wendy Hunter. He enjoyed making music, playing basketball and shooting pool. On June 21, 2019, Durnell passed away. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Freddie James Hunter, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Talia Breaston; mother, Wendy...

Jun 20, 2019

Elouise Rogers Thomas was born on August 22, 1935 in Middletown, Ohio. She grew up in Middletown and graduated from Middletown High School in 1954. After high school she attended The Ohio State University where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology. She also became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. After graduation she...

Jun 19, 2019

Lois Ann Perry was born May 25, 1934, in Columbus Ohio and educated in the Columbus Public School System. She was the oldest of four children. She was a member of Bible Way Church. She worked for Buckeye Boys Ranch and Training Institute of Central Ohio (TICO) but was happiest as a housewife. Lois was an independent, strong-willed woman...

Jun 18, 2019

Ocie Mae Battle was born April 4, 1931, the 1st of 4 children in Crawfordville,GA. She later moved to Columbus,OH and married Arthur Battle SR. Mrs. Battle gave birth to 5 children. Ocie worked with special needs children and ran the kitchen at Trinity Baptist Church as Master Chef, never letting anyone go hungry. Mrs. Battle made sure the...

Jun 17, 2019

Harrison Marlon Ray, age 44, was born April 2, 1975 in Columbus, Ohio to Harrison and Shermaine Ray. Shortly after graduating from Mifflin High School, he joined the US Marine Corp Platoon #3101 and served from 1995-1999. There he received National Defense Medal, Certificate of Commendation, and Marksman Rifle Badge. He was promoted in 1996 to Lance Corporal. Marlon...

Jun 16, 2019

Linda D. Perry, age 49, born November 11, 1969, in Columbus Ohio, Passed away peacefully on Sunday June 16, 2019, 5:31pm at Riverside Methodist Hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents Shirley Minnie, and Charles Freddrick Hairston, sister Dorene Perry, brother Kelvin Smith, and loved ones.

Survived by brother Anthony Perry, children Devon Perry-Cain,  Toinika...

Jun 15, 2019

Peggie Jeane Collins was born on October 11, 1943 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late Mary Goode Johnson and Limuel Thompson. She lived in South Carolina then Peggie relocated to Columbus, Ohio where she spent her early childhood years. She is the product of Columbus Public Schools, graduating from Linden McKinley High School. At an early age...

Jun 14, 2019

Katherine “Sue” Priscilla Fisher was born on May 14, 1929 to Linwood & Lucille Moore in Columbus, Ohio. Katherine departed this life to be with Lord on Friday, June 14, 2019 at home with her family. Katherine retired from Pearson Publishing after 10 years of service. She was a faithful member of Hosack Street Baptist Church for over 60...

Jun 14, 2019

Ruth Forte Ross, age 83, departed this world to be with her heavenly father on Friday, June 14, 2019 in the Kindred Care Circle, a caring and loving hospice care living community in the Hermitage Assisted Living Home in Oxford, Mississippi. Ruth was born in Aliceville, Alabama on August 6, 1935. Ruth confessed her faith in Christ at an...

Jun 8, 2019

Brian Hollins of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Jun 8, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jun 7, 2019

Harrison Lofton III, age 64, passed away on June 7, 2019. He was born on March 27, 1955, in Smyrna, Tennessee. He attended Columbus Public Schools, graduating from Marion Franklin High School in 1973. As an athlete in high school he played football and baseball. Upon graduation from high school, he attended Franklin University here in Columbus. He was...

Jun 6, 2019

Geraldine Hundley Sims affectionately known as Gerri or simply "Big G" to others, passed quietly in her sleep. She was big in statue, style and heart. A dedicated wife, mother, deaconess and friend, Geraldine was a nurse by profession, and nurturing by nature. At 90, she was the youngest of her siblings. Early Years She was born a coal...

Jun 6, 2019

Our beloved Susan Elizabeth Qualls was born July 26th, 1957 in Portsmouth, Ohio, to the late Rev. David N. Ramsey and Vivian A. Ramsey. Susan attended Columbus Public Schools, Columbus State College, and The Ohio State University College of Dentistry (EFDA Program). Susan worked as a licensed EFDA dentistry professional and dental clinic Supervisor for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Susan...

Jun 6, 2019

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