Obituaries

Jun 19, 2024

Toria Lee Bennett, 67, peacefully entered eternal rest in the loving embrace of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Born on July 23, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio to Gene Paul Sr. and Georgia Lorraine Bennett, Toria attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from North High School. She furthered her education at Simpson College in...

Jun 17, 2024

JoAnn Goldie Ardella Marie Felder was born on June 05, 1979 at 6:00 PM at St. Ann's Hospital. She was 3 pounds and 8 ounces.

JoAnn was smart, Loving, and caring but mostly over the top. She also loved to dress. In her lifetime she accomplished numerous things, graduating from Job Corp in Minnesota followed...

Jun 17, 2024

Don Eugene Tate, age 76, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully, Monday surrounded by family at home.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio to Thelma and Don P. Tate. He grew up in Columbus and graduated from South High School in 1966.

Post high school he attended OSU for one year before...

Jun 13, 2024

Smith Summers, also known as “Smitty”, was born April 10, 1934, in Terry, Mississippi to the late Willie Summers and Sinus Lindsey Summers.

He united with the Strafford East Community Worship Center under The First Church of God Outreach Ministries upon moving to Columbus. Smith was a devoted husband to his loving wife, Doris Summers,...

Jun 6, 2024

Earnestine Geneva Coates also known as “Tina” to everyone was a devoted Witness to Jehovah, and she departed this life June 6, 2024 at Ohio Health Pickerington Methodist hospital. Earnestine was born August 13,1938 in Vivian, WV to the late Johnnie Coates Sr and Jesse B Long.

She graduated from Kimball High School in WV,...

Jun 5, 2024

I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at the day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Jun 4, 2024

Theresa Ann Geres of Columbus, Ohio passed away on June 4, 2024 at the age of 72. She was born on October 02, 1951 in Lorain, Ohio. Theresa loved to be around friends. She was once a part of Open Door Day Program, where she would paint and sell pictures, and artwork. Her last day program was On The...

Jun 2, 2024

James R. Smith Jr. passed away in his sleep to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 2, 2024. James was known by some as J.R., and to his older friends and family members as “Sockey". James was born on December 12, 1935. He was raised in Chillicothe, OH where he met and married the love of his life...

Jun 1, 2024

Charlotte Ann Figgins, affectionately known as “Mama” “Moody” “Granny” and “Figgi F Baby” aged 77, transcended from this life and laughed her last laugh on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born on May 6, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio to Cordell and Sayde Figgins. Charlotte was an only child, but grew up with her cousins Teddy, Debbie, Lisa and...

May 29, 2024

Annette Peterson was born December 04, 1968, in Massillon, Ohio to Connie Daniels and Robert- Earl Hasting. She moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1990 and married Brian Prophet in October 1999. Annette Peterson-Prophet was a very giving person. She would give you anything she had to make you feel very comfortable she had a heart of gold, she loved...

May 27, 2024

William J. "Bill" Harris, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on Monday, May 27th, 2024 in Pataskala, OH at the age of 84. He was born in Thomaston, Georgia on Thursday, August 10th, 1939.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Gail Patricia Harris; children, Bryan Harris, Todd Harris (Yvonne),...

May 25, 2024

Paul Orville Honaker, who was born on June 23, 1942, in Xenia, Ohio to Bishop Herman Honaker Sr and Ruth Williams.

Paul was one of nine children born to the Bishop. Paul lived a remarkable life, graduating from Xenia High School and then proudly serving in the United States Army until his honorable discharge on...

May 22, 2024

In Cha Howell, 77, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

She was born on Tuesday, February 11th, 1947, in Seoul, Korea to the late Bok Sung Yoo and Kui Yeom Park.

In is preceded in death by her husband, Harry M. Howell and grandson,...

May 18, 2024

Leroy Haskins, Sr. was born May 4, 1937 to John and Minnie Haskins in Virginia. He departed this life at his residence on May 18, 2024. He grew up in the state of Virginia. Leroy was a commercial driver for Gordon Transportation, United McGill, and retired from Consolidated Freight.

He was a faithful member of...

May 15, 2024

Samuel Bowman Henry Jr., passed away on May 15, 2024. Samuel was born on May 21, 1971, at St. Ann’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He was the oldest son of Samuel B. Henry Sr. and Cecelia Henry.

Samuel was one of 10 children. He grew up enjoying little league football, little league baseball, bowling, and...

May 14, 2024

Glendara Clayton, was born at Charity Hospital in Laurel, Mississippi, June 11,1957 and grew up in Paulding, Mississippi. She passed away in Columbus, Ohio.

Glendara was predeceased by her Grandfather Sam Clayton, Grandmother Lily Mae Clayton, Mother Ethel Evans, Aunt Lee Ann Rucker, and Sister Shelia Taylor. She is survived by sisters Joann Clayton and...

May 13, 2024

Antonio M Jones Jr age 18 passed away on May 13th 2024.

Antonio had big plans for his future, looking forward to graduation and was currently seeking opportunities towards a good working career. He loved his family and friends, friends were family to him as well. He loved to play the game alone or online...

May 11, 2024

ROBERT LEE CHAPMAN was born July 3, 1939, in Nelsonville, Ohio, and passed away suddenly on May 11, 2024, at the age of 84. Robert, affectionately known as Bob, was a beloved brother, uncle, devoted veteran, and passionate traveler. Bob spent his later years residing in Columbus where he continued to share his warmth and wisdom with all who...

May 3, 2024

Charles A. Knight, age 63, of Columbus Ohio passed from this life to his eternal home on May 03, 2024, peacefully in his home with his wife and his son after a valiant fight against cancer. Despite his illness, his will to fight was something to admire.

Born in Bangor Maine on June 22, 1960,...

May 1, 2024

Gail Lauderdale Milner, went home to be with the Lord on May 1, 2024 in Bexley, Ohio. Born in Columbus, Ohio on February 27, 1948, Gail graduated from The Ohio State University and earned a Master’s degree in Library Science from Kent State University. She spent over three decades as a librarian for the Columbus Metropolitan Library, including as...