Obituaries

Marcia Rochelle Dial

Marcia Rochelle Dial

Jan 3, 2016

Marcia Rochelle Dial was born on July 23, 1951 to the late Doris and Emmanuel Dial in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the third of four children. Growing up, Marcia loved to read, listen to music, and dance; she was very sociable and enjoyed being around people. Be it sitting on the front porch eating ice cream and her famous...

Anita Belle Blackwell

Anita Belle Blackwell

Jan 3, 2016

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Robert Berry Jr

Robert Berry Jr

Jan 2, 2016

Robert Lee Alexander Berry, Jr., 59, passed on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at his residence. Preceded in death by mother, Patricia Ann Seward; father, Robert L. Berry, Sr. Survived by daughter, Volina Upchurch; sisters, Tonya Barnett, Trina Berry; brother, Stacey (Heather) Thigpen; four grandchildren; life mate, Pamela Gardner; nephew, Martel Berry; aunt, Marta (Bishop Nathaniel) Jordan; uncle, William (Sheila)...

Amanda (Hill) Hayes

Amanda (Hill) Hayes

Jan 1, 2016

Amanda Hayes, 86, was born in Forkland, Alabama on February 1, 1929, to the late George (Buck) Hill and Julia Thompson Hill. She passed peacefully at The Manor at Whitehall on Friday, January 1, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband Jimmie Hayes, Jr., one infant child John, and siblings, Roosevelt (Shag) Hendricks, Perry (Sweet) Hill, Barbara...

Gaultney Melvin 'Golie' Sherrill

Gaultney Melvin 'Golie' Sherrill

Dec 31, 2015

Gaultney Melvin “Golie” Sherrill, 83, born July 13, 1932 in Statesville, NC, passed away December 31, 2015 at his Columbus residence. An honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he was employed by Owens-Illinois Glass Manufacturers for nearly 50 years. Golie was a kindhearted and caring person, who always helped to ensure the needs of his family were...

Ruth Mccrae

Ruth Mccrae

Dec 31, 2015

Ruth McCrae “Mrs. Peck” was born in Butler, Georgia on February 8, 1923. The Lord said “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” and called her home December 31, 2015 at Mt Carmel East Hospital. Ruth was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt. Her Love for God, family and friends was evident and shown daily throughout her life. Ruth...

John Calvin Ivory

John Calvin Ivory

Dec 30, 2015

John Calvin Ivory was born on March 3, 1949 in Columbus Ohio. He was born to the late Frank and Pearl Ivory Sr. John was a very dedicated husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle. John graduated from East High School in 1968. After graduating from East High School, he enlisted into the air force and served four years from...

Melissa Alicia (Moore) Milton

Melissa Alicia (Moore) Milton

Dec 29, 2015

Melissa A. (Moore) Milton passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at Mt. Carmel East Hospital. Melissa was born August 24, 1970, to Clemon J. and Betty J. Moore in Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Columbus School for Girls in Bexley, Ohio. She worked for the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier prior to her...

Margretta Maggie Tyler

Margretta Maggie Tyler

Dec 29, 2015

Margretta M. Tyler was born June 29, 1923 in Stanaford, West Virginia. She departed this life on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Summit’s Trace Healthcare Center in Columbus, Ohio. She accepted Christ at an early age and, after moving to Columbus, Ohio, became a devoted member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board, Missionary...

Annabell L Walton

Annabell L Walton

Dec 26, 2015

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Rosetta Moore

Rosetta Moore

Dec 25, 2015

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Linda D Marshall

Linda D Marshall

Dec 22, 2015

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Anita H. Grant

Anita H. Grant

Dec 21, 2015

Anita H. Grant was born October 6, 1961 in Queens, New York. She was adopted by the Grant family who fully embraced her and prepared her for life beyond their loving home. She grew up in Greensboro, North Carolina, where she graduated from Grimsley High School in 1979. At an early age, she accepted Christ into her life under...

James Stewart Jr

James Stewart Jr

Dec 20, 2015

James E. Stewart Jr., 69, went home peacefully to join his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 20, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. James graduated from Central High School and veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was employed in North Carolina at Gil Barco in the quality control department for many years. Predeceased by mother, Blanchie G....

Kenneth 'Kenny' Gay

Kenneth 'Kenny' Gay

Dec 20, 2015

Kenneth “Kenny” Gay, 49, born on September 21, 1966 in Lockbourne, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 20, 2015 in Columbus, Ohio. Kenny was gifted Auto and Diesel Mechanic and pursued this field with passion. He was employed with Universal Paper Plastics, Inc. of Columbus, Ohio. Kenny is preceded in death by his father, Ewotha Gay, Sr. Kenny...

Nathan 'Nate' Napier

Nathan 'Nate' Napier

Dec 19, 2015

Nathan Napier was born March 13, 1940 in Decatur, Alabama. He was the oldest of six children. When he was fourteen years old, Nathan and his family moved to Columbus, Ohio. He enjoyed fishing, playing the lottery, and his White Castle coffee with a little cream and several sugars. In earlier times, Nathan and Betty would travel to various...

Sherry Lynn Tufts

Sherry Lynn Tufts

Dec 18, 2015

Sherry Lynn Neal Tufts, 56, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2015 at Columbus Colony Elderly Care after a long illness. She was born April 15, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio, followed minutes later by her twin brother, Terry, with whom she always maintained that special twin bond. She was a fun-loving person with a wry sense of humor who...

William David Champ

William David Champ

Dec 16, 2015

Thank you for visiting the Book of Memories for William D. Champ. Please light a memorial candle, share a favorite memory, and/or leave a condolence message for William's family. Your prayers and positive words of encouragement are greatly appreciated during this time. Service: Private Arrangements Per Family Request Columbus, OH

Vernon Curry

Vernon Curry

Dec 16, 2015

Vernon Curry, age 61, was born December 2, 1954 in Greensboro, Alabama. He passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Vernon retired from the Board of Elections after 20 years of dedicated service. He also worked for Conrail for 10 years. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1973-1979. Vernon was preceded in death by father, Walter Curry;...

Kay Adrienne (Keels) Lucas

Kay Adrienne (Keels) Lucas

Dec 15, 2015

Kay Adrienne Lucas was born on May 9, 1936 in Oak Hill, Ohio to the late Vernon W. and Eleanor (Craddolph) Keels. Kay accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. Kay graduated at age 16 as the Valedictorian from Cadmus High School. In 1954, Kay was crowned Emancipation Queen. She moved...