Obituaries

Mar 28, 2018

Irean Lucille Madden went home to be with the Lord March 28, 2018. She was born in Columbus, Oh, where she graduated from East High School. Irean was a member of Trinity Baptist Church and sung in the Major Choir. In addition to her 35 years of service at Lazarus where she was a member of their 20 Year...

Mar 28, 2018

Tommy Lee Shears was born May 16, 1946 in Lima, Ohio. He was known also as “Cool T” by many of his loved ones and dear friends. A graduate of Lima Senior High School, he also attended Northwestern Business Center (Lima, Ohio) and the Columbus (OH) Public School’s Adult Education program through which he received his electrical and HVAC...

Mar 26, 2018

Gregory Alan "Stone" Johnson, Sr. was born January 30, 1952 to Dorothy L. (Dummond) McCain and Elve Johnson, Jr. He was a 1972 graduate of West High School and attended Bliss College. He was a skilled mechanic by trade. On Monday, March 26, 2018, Gregory passed peacefully at home. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents John...

Mar 24, 2018

James “Jimmy” Carter, Sr., was born October 26, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio, where he attended Linden-McKinley High School. A retired brick mason, James was the founder of the Northside Cowboys Youth Football Association. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns fan. James also enjoyed bowling, coaching youth sports, cleaning his car, and spending time with his...

Mar 23, 2018

Ernest Monté Payne, Sr. was born July 17, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio. A graduate of East High School, he attended True Church of Jesus Christ and retired from Cottman Transmissions where he worked as a mechanic. Ernest enjoyed repairing and rebuilding cars, fishing, and conversing with his neighbors and friends. He was blessed to survive a battle with cancer...

Mar 23, 2018

Thank you for visiting Karen Payne's online memorial wall. Your kind sentiments and thoughtful expressions of love and concern for Karen and her family are greatly appreciated at this time. Additional obituary information may be forthcoming; please check back soon for any updates that are made in the coming days.

Mar 19, 2018

Jasmine M. Handon was born January 14, 1988 and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She attended St. Thomas Elementary School (grades K-8) and graduated from Bishop Hartley High School in 2006. She attended Wright State University, National University and the Ultimate Medical Academy. Jasmine was raised in Rehoboth Temple Church under the Late Bishop Kenneth L. Bligen and Apostle Bradford...

Mar 17, 2018

Robert Anthony Jones, age 59, was born on April 5, 1959.  He was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio where he proudly graduated from Eastmoor High School.

He loved and enjoyed being around people and he always kept everyone laughing. He was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes and was known both as a master...

Mar 15, 2018

Services for Ms. Belinda Brooks are pending in Baltimore, Maryland with Wylie Funeral Homes. (410) 655-9200

Mar 14, 2018

Kelvin Smith born April 16, 1966 to John Smith and Shirley Edwards passed away March 14, 2018.

Mar 13, 2018

Janice R. (Dunlap) Woods was born November 10, 1959 to James Russell Dunlap, Sr. and Alberta Stewart Dunlap in Columbus, Ohio. While growing up in Columbus, Janice attended Columbus City Schools and graduated from East High School. As a young adult, she worked as a lifeguard at Blackburn Recreation Center. Most recently, Janice was employed by Blue Cross -...

Mar 12, 2018

Cynthia Bryant was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Julia Carter and Charles Bryant. Cynthia graduated from South High School in Columbus, Ohio and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Otterbein University in 1992. Cynthia made many friends during her employment at Ohio Bell (AT&T), The American Red Cross and as a licensed massage therapist (Kneads on Call). She...

Mar 12, 2018

Edward Lewis Weston was born on August 16,1947 in Concord, Ga. to Mr. Arlee Weston and Mrs. Charity Walker Weston. He joined OMC Baptist at a young age. He worked at Tindall Concrete for about 10 years. He moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1977. There he joined New Faith Baptist Church. On March 12, 2018 he was called home....

Mar 11, 2018

MOTEN, Deacon James Earl, was born August 11, 1948, in Bentonia Mississippi. He went on to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 11, 2018, surrounded by his family and dear friends. He is preceded in death by his wife: Yvonne; his daughter, Mary Sesley; his parents: Booker T. Moten, Sr. and Lucille Shaffer; siblings: Essie Shaffer, Jimmy (Marie)...

Mar 11, 2018

Robert Michael Thomas was born September 1, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio. Among Robert's family members, he was affectionately referred to as "Pops," while many of his friends and co-workers knew him best as "Mike." He was a 1960 graduate of Central High School and proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, from which he...

Mar 10, 2018

Jesse Bowie, age 92, passed away Friday, March 10, 2018.

Mar 9, 2018

Mrs. Tommye S. Jennings, after fighting a long time illness with great heart and courage, succumbed on March 9, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents Dardanella and Charles Darthard. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Ellis L. Jennings, Sr.; daughters, Kellie Jennings Mock and Tracie Jennings Lepugh; sons, Timmie L. Jennings and Ellis...

Mar 9, 2018

Thank you for visiting the memorial tribute wall honoring the life of Billy Ray Everette. At this time there are no local services planned for Mr. Everette; however, more information regarding his services in Muskegon, Michigan can be obtained by contacting Fountain Funeral Home, Ph. (231)728-4200; Website: www.fountainfh.com.

Mar 7, 2018

Minnie A. Price, formerly of St. Clairsville, Ohio – Sunrise June 29, 1930, Sunset March 7, 2018. Minnie transitioned at Continuing Healthcare of Gahanna, Ohio. Minnie was born on June 29, 1930 to John and Lumelia Donaldson. Minnie was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett Price, and siblings Anna Lewis, Geraldine Richards, Jean Wilson, Edna Simms, and John...

Mar 6, 2018

Thank you for visiting Carolyn Fay (Williams) Waire's memorial tribute wall. We invite you to share a special memory of Carolyn, light a virtual candle in her honor, or simply express your condolences to her family and loved ones. Your continued prayers, words of encouragement, and all other thoughtful ways in which you choose to show your love and...