Obituaries

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...

Apr 29, 2024

Janice Hood Shabazz, 84, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 in Columbus, OH.

She is preceded in death by her father, Mr. Clyde Hood; mother, Ms. Marguerite Reed; and daughter, Mrs. Cheryl Gray.

Janice is survived by her children, Mrs. Christine Mills (Steve), Olando Epps, II (Jackie), Miss. Terri Hood...

Apr 27, 2024

Kyrell D. Coleman, 27, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on April 27, 2024. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 22, 1996 to William Garrison and Erma Clary.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Erma (Stephen Stinson) Clary; brother, Kaewaun Coleman; and grandfather, Ellis Howard.

Surviving family includes...

Apr 26, 2024

With a heavy heart, we announce that Larry Powell passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 26, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. He has joined his beloved wife, Helen Marcella Powell.

Larry was born on December 17, 1934. He was a retired skilled handyman and craftsman. He was quick-witted and loved to shoot pool...

Apr 24, 2024

Phyllis Jean Coles “Mama Phil” was born March 29, 1955, to Gib and Mary Coles in Beckley, West Virginia. The family relocated to Columbus, Ohio in early 1956 where they became residents of the American Addition neighborhood.

She attended Leonard Ave Elementary School for first grade and Brentnell Elementary School for second through sixth grade....

Apr 21, 2024

Benjamin H. Brown Ill, age 63, was born on June 26, 1960 to the late Benjamin H. and Betty L. Brown. Benjamin passed away peacefully at his residence in Conley, Georgia when he transitioned to be with the Lord.

Benjamin is preceded in death by his Mother Betty L. Brown, Father Benjamin H. Brown Jr.,...

Apr 21, 2024

Roberto Rodriguez Wilson Sr. was born on Friday, March 28, 1980, at Grant Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He was the son of Robert E. Wilson and Teresa Wilson.

Roberto attended South High School; he played football for Driving Park Recreational Center. Roberto had many hobbies he likes to go fishing and working on cars. Roberto...

Apr 20, 2024

Ophelia Mildred Harris, matriarch of the Harris family, was born April 3, 1922 in Elkin, NC to the late Curtis and Lela (Phillips) Martin. Mother Harris died peacefully in her sleep on April 20, 2024 at the age of 102 while residing at Mother Angeline McCrory Manor Skilled Nursing Home in Columbus, OH.

Mother Harris...

Apr 13, 2024

Lottie Winifred Wasson affectionately known as “Sister” departed this life from natural

causes after living a long and full life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur

(Sonney) Wasson. Lottie was the fourth of seven children. She was born to the late Spergion H.

and Adelaide L. Jackson of Louisa, Virginia....

Apr 13, 2024

Vennie Jean King Taylor, 74, of Columbus, passed away on April 13, 2024.

Vennie was born in Talladega, Alabama on October 9, 1949, to late Arthur King and Isma Williams King.

Vennie is preceded in death by mother, Isma King; husband, James Taylor; daughter, Candice King; leaving behind two children, Joseph...

Apr 12, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (Allen) Sanders took flight with the wings of the morning on Friday, April 12, 2024, at 5:45 a.m., entering into eternal rest. Born on November 20, 1934, in Huntington, West Virginia, she moved to Columbus, Ohio during her childhood with her parents, Robert Allen and Elizabeth Gertrude (Torain) Allen, along with her baby sister, Ginger Bob (Allen)...

Apr 12, 2024

Vinetta ascended into eternity on April 12, 2024. She is survived by her children: Toney E. Thomas, Lloyd Hayles, Sharon Jones, Jean-Claude Jones, Akeem C. Iman-Jones, and Horatio Jones; many nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and spiritually adopted daughters & sons; church family, and friends.

In Columbus, Ohio, she was a dedicated Ephesus Seventh-Day Adventist Church...

Apr 10, 2024

Robert Moorehead was born to the union of Helen Cook and James Moorehead, Sr. on January 27, 1932 in Gary, West Virginia. The family later moved to Columbus, Ohio.

Robert worked at Hathway and Ferguson as a roofer for many years. Robert loved bowling and other activities.

The Lord saw fit...

Apr 10, 2024

Keanon M. Hairston “Doc" aged 62, of Columbus, Ohio made his transition on April 10, 2024.

Keanon M. Hairston was born April 13, 1961, to William and Florine Hairston.

Keanon was a graduate of Brookhaven High School and attended The Ohio State University. In his younger days he was a Lifeguard...

Apr 9, 2024

Martha Susan "Susie" Fisher (Haney) gained her wings on April 9, 2024 at Grant Hospital. She was born September 25, 1945 in Sutton, West Virginia and is preceded in death by her parents Jessie Mae (Lewis) Haney and Roy Calvin Haney.

She is survived by her three children Darina Suzanne (Fisher) Cooper, Robert Scott Fisher,...

Mar 31, 2024

Drema Brown, beloved mother, grandmother, and dedicated professional, passed away on March 31, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on April 19, 1949 in Beckley, West Virginia (WV). She is preceded in death by her parents, Rev. S. A. Abram and Naomi Edmonds Abram; brothers, Samuel Jr., George, Edward and Raymond. She is survived by her two sons,...

Mar 26, 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 that day:

and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

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Mar 25, 2024

Wilson, Shirley Yvonne (Coleman) age 91, formerly of Westerville, Ohio, made her transition on 03/25/2024.

She was born to Harold and Roberta Thomas Coleman. Shirley received the Lord by baptism at age 14 and maintains membership in Olivet Institutional Church, Cleveland, Ohio.

Shirley was a graduate of Central High School in...