Obituaries
Frances Jean 'Boots' (Smith) Jefferson
May 9, 2016
Frances J. Jefferson, “Boots”, age 77, born October 16, 1938 in Columbus, OH, passed away May 9, 2016 at Grant Medical Center. She graduated from Central High School and received an Associate degree in Business Administration from Franklin University. A former employee of Western Electric and retiree of Kal-Kan Dog Food, she was a member of New Birth Christian...
Cornelious King
May 8, 2016
Cornelious King, age 82 of Columbus passed away at home surrounded by loving family on May 8, 2016. He was born in Rome, GA on April 10, 1934 to the late Roy and Willie Mae King. Cornelious moved to Columbus at the age of 31. He attended Dallas High School and retired from the City of Columbus Refuse Division....
Elsie Williams
May 7, 2016
Mrs. Elsie Williams was born April 14, 1933 to the late Rev. Cecil C. and Sarah Ann Thigpen. She departed her life on May 7, 2016 at 6:30pm, at Winchester Place (formerly Kindred) in Canal Winchester, Ohio. She and her family came to Columbus in 1949. She worked some jobs, but most importantly she raised their daughter Veronica, she...
Steven Ray Lambert
May 6, 2016
Pastor Steven Ray Lambert, age 59, of Columbus, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on May 6, 2016. He was born to the late John and Lucille Lambert on August 12, 1956. Pastor Lambert was the founder and Senior Pastor at Hope Christian Ministries. He leaves to cherish his memory loving wife of 34 years, Vernita Lambert;...
Albert Anthony Jones
May 4, 2016
Albert Anthony Jones was born on October 14, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio. He was the third child of Herbert and Elizabeth Jones. Albert grew up in Columbus where he attended East High School. Albert received a Bachelor of Science degree in Liberal Arts from Wilberforce College in Wilberforce, Ohio. During his life, Albert was a man of love and...
Dorothy Rita 'Rita' Harris
May 3, 2016
Dorothy R. Harris, Rita, age 69, went home to the Lord Tuesday, May 3, 2016. She was born October 20, 1946 in Chicago, IL, to the late Charles W. McFadden and Dorothy M. Trotter. She was predeceased by her parents; her daughter, Rena Whiteside; 1 brother, and 2 sisters. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Loretta Whiteside...
Ronald Holmes Ii
May 2, 2016
Ronald Joseph Holmes, II, Sunrise, September 25, 1958 and he chose his Sunset to be with the Lord on May 2, 2016. Ronald, affectionately known as “Ronnie”, graduated from Marion Franklin High School in 1976, where he played football and was on the golf team. After graduation, he joined the United States Navy. While stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, he...
James Willie 'Jim' Jones
May 2, 2016
James Willie Jones, 74, beloved husband of Shirley Alexander-Jones, went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2016. James committed his life to the Lord at an early age and was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church. James was honored to be the first African-American police officer in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was honorably discharged from the U.S....
Catherine Estelle Hayes
May 1, 2016
Catherine Estelle Brown Davis Hayes was born on February 4, 1920 in Low Moor, Virginia to Edward and Annie Kidd Brown. Catherine was predeceased by her seven sisters and two brothers: Rosetta Broady, Katie Thompson, Elvira Smith, Sylvester (Dick) Brown, Lelia Flynn, Robert (Basie) Brown, Edna Davis, Irene Brown Croekett, and Bernice James. Catherine married Stanley Davis of Shellbyville,...
Charles Christopher 'Chris' Miller
May 1, 2016
Charles Christopher Miller age 68 departed this life on Sunday, May 1, 2016. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 17, 1948. He graduated from Columbus East High School in 1965, received his BA in Political Science from University of California Davis in 1977, and attained a teacher and intervention specialist certification from the Ohio Department of Education...
Ida J. Daniel
Apr 30, 2016
Ida J. Daniel, 73, passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2016. Ida is preceded in death by her parents, Dorsey and Willa Mae Jones. Ida is survived by her husband, Robert “Bob” Daniel; daughter, Valerie D. Covington of Los Angeles, CA; brothers CSM (ret.) Alzalkia C. (Pearlie) Jones of Killeen, TX; William Daniel Jones; nieces and nephews, Peggy A....
Latasha Renee (Kenley) Smedley
Apr 30, 2016
LaTasha Renee Smedley and her twin, LaToya, were born on November 17, 1979 in Columbus, Ohio, and adopted by Zenora and George Kenley. As a child, LaTasha was a shy, easy-going little girl, but didn’t let that stop her from being heavily involved in numerous choirs, her church drill team, and the “Sunshine Band.” She attended and graduated from...
Aaron Matthew Coles
Apr 29, 2016
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Margaret Ann (Wooden) Toney
Apr 28, 2016
Margaret Ann Wooden Toney, age 83, passed away Thursday, April 28, 2016 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH. A longtime member of Second Community Church and State of Ohio retiree. A loving, selfless Christian who gave of herself at every opportunity, Margaret adored her family and friends, and was actively involved with her church and community. She had...
Kimberly Ann 'Kimmy & Kim Ann' Hockenhull
Apr 28, 2016
Kimberly Ann Hockenhull, age 54, of Columbus unexpectedly passed on April 28, 2016. She was born in Akron, OH on April 17, 1962. Celebration of Life Memorial will begin at 11 AM on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church, 2283 Sunbury Rd., Columbus, OH 43219.
Maurice L. 'Moe' Parks
Apr 28, 2016
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Robert Emmett Canady
Apr 27, 2016
Robert Emmett Canady, age 64, of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2016. He was born on March 3, 1952 in Cleveland, OH. Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at Rhema Christian Center, 2100 Agler Road on Tuesday, May 3, 2016. Visitation from 10:00am – 11:00am. Service begins at 11:00 am. Dr. La Fayette Scales, Apostle Officiating....
Boyce Leland Box
Apr 25, 2016
Boyce Leland Box, age 68, of Columbus, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016. He was born on January 1, 1948 in Welch, WV and grew up in Kimball, WV. He graduated from Kimball High School and studied at Columbus State. A veteran of the United States Army, Boyce served two tours during the Vietnam War. Boyce belonged to...
Roberta Katherine Graves
Apr 24, 2016
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