JOSEPHINE VERA DAVIS
Jun 14, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Josephine V. Davis-Dotstry, who departed this life on June 14, 2026, at the age of 65, with loved ones by her side. Born on June 6, 1961, in Washington, Georgia, Josephine was known throughout her life for her kindness, strength, compassion, and unwavering love for family...
Douglas Wayne Howell
Jun 11, 2026
Douglas Wayne Howell (Champ) was born June 12, 1952, to Harry and Martha Belle Howell in Columbus, Ohio. He is the secondborn of three children: Harry Michael Howell (brother), In-Cha Kim Howell (sister-in-law), and Saundra Louise Grant (sister); Timothy Grant (brother-in-law). He worked various positions throughout his adulthood (electrician, cook, and logistics). He enjoyed singing, dancing, swimming, socializing, and loved...
Katrina E.V. Hale-Perry
Jun 10, 2026
Katrina E.V. Hale-Perry, 45, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. Friends will be received for Visitation at 314 Church at 175 Fairway Blvd. Whitehall, Ohio 43213 on Thursday, June 25th, 2026 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, followed immediately by Funeral Services. Burial will process to Evergreen Burial Park....
Taneka L. Tompkins
Jun 9, 2026
Taneka L. Tompkins, 43, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. Friends will be received for Visitation at Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service at 1370 E. Main St. on Thursday, June 18th, 2026 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm, followed immediately by Memorial Services. To leave a message of condolence please visit...
Wilbert E. Crockett
Jun 8, 2026
Wilbert E. Crockett was called home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2026. Born on July 1, 1939, in Mashulaville, Mississippi, Wilbert was the son of the late Jesse W. Crockett Sr. and Rosie L. Holmes Crockett. At an early age, Wilbert accepted Christ and joined the church. At the age of seventeen, he entered military service and...
Rhoda Manning
Jun 8, 2026
The family and community of Sister Rhoda Manning gather in love and gratitude to celebrate the life of a woman whose presence was a blessing to all who knew her. On June 8, 2026, Rhoda peacefully entered eternal rest at the age of 70. With full hearts, we honor her life and legacy, remembering a woman who lived with devotion,...
Patricia McKenzie
Jun 6, 2026
Jun 6, 2026 Patricia McKenzie, 75, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on June 06, 2026. Born on 14 April, 1951 in Urbancrest,Ohio, Pat was the daughter of the late Glenn and Mary Alice Seabury. She is preceded in death by her brother Glenn Jr. and her son Xavier. Pat graduated from Howard University and worked in her...
Marie Bester
Jun 5, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Marie Bester, who departed this earthly life on June 5, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 90. Marie was born on February 13, 1936, in Jones County, Mississippi, to the late Lula Mae Jones McAdoo and Clement McAdoo. She was raised with...
Katrina L. Peoples
Jun 1, 2026
Katrina L. Peoples, 60, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 1, 2026. Full Obituary is Forthcoming. To leave a message of condolence please visit the Guest Book.
Glen Franklin Booker
Jun 1, 2026
It is with a full heart that we honor the life of a remarkable man. Glen Franklin Booker, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1st, 2026. Glen was born on August 30 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio. Glen was a loving Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather who really enjoyed spending time with his family. Glen loved talking and...
Trummie Lee Neal
May 18, 2026
Our beloved Trummie Lee Neal, affectionately known as “Nancy,” was born the 8th child of 10 siblings on March 20, 1947. Nancy was born in Concord Ga through the union of Ora Lee and Otis Neal. Otis and Ora Lee later moved their family from Georgia to settle in Columbus, Ohio, where she was raised. Nancy attended Fulton Elementary School,...
Lois Jones
2026
Sweet beautiful eternal sister to us all ! We are bereft beyond words You were so much to so many Amongst your very many endeavors: You were a co-founder of a dance company, though you were not a dancer You had many positions at Case Western Reserve University, including Administrator to a renowned infectious disease researcher During 'free time,' you...
Sandra D. Wilson-Murphy
May 16, 2026
Sandra Denise Wilson-Murphy, age 74, was born on October 14, 1951, in Columbus, OH, to Richard and LaVerne Wilson. She was called home on May 16, 2026. “Saun,” as she was affectionately known by her family and childhood friends, attended Pilgrim Elementary, Champion Jr. High, and Mohawk Jr.-Sr. High School. Saun was employed at various businesses such as The Neil...
Thomas William Mackey
May 15, 2026
Thomas William Mackey, who we called Tommy departed this life Friday, May 15, 2026. He was born October 22, 1955. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Progressive Baptist Church (Mt Vernon MBC; Unity BC) now Legacy Baptist Church. Tommy had a sense of humor. He liked to have fun and was a hard worker....
Edward D. Meredith Sr.
May 13, 2026
Edward “Eddie” Douglas Meredith Sr., age 70, a lifelong resident of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Born on October 2, 1955, to the late Joseph Martin Meredith and Elsie Meredith, Eddie grew up in Columbus before answering the call to serve his country. A proud veteran, he enlisted in the United States...
Blaine Waderker
May 11, 2026
Blaine Waderker, 79, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 11, 2026. Blaine Allen Waderker known by family as “Beanie” was born on February 11,1947 in Zanesville, Ohio, to parents Gerald Blaine and Hazel Louis Waderker. Blaine grew up in the “bottoms,” of Columbus, Ohio, and graduated from Central High School, class of 1965. In 1966,...
Raymond W. Dodson
May 11, 2026
Raymond W. Dodson born September 28, 1950 passed away at home at the age of 75. He was a devoted son to his father Robert W. Dodson and his mother Ms. Edith E. William, he also loved his granny Ms. Daisy Dodson. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Jenetta (Dodson) Wilder, Sandra R. (Dodson) Dukes, Santran R. Dodson,...
Sandra L. Craig
May 6, 2026
Sandra (Sandy) Lucile Craig was born in Richmond, Indiana, on March 20, 1941, to parents Samuel L. and Lucille Goodson. She departed this life on May 6, 2026. She was the last remaining of six children affectionately known as “The Goodson Girls”. She attended Christ Tabernacle Apostolic Church in Richmond. She was saved at an early age and was very...
Laura Hughes
Apr 29, 2026
On January 19, 1939, Laura Ethel Virginia was the sixth of 12 children born to Minnie and William Bailey in Atlanta, Georgia. She is survived by sisters Eunice Burke, Hannah Pack, and Grace Grace of Columbus, Ohio. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Laura moved to Urbancrest, Ohio, attending Columbus Public Schools. The year 1958 is when she would meet her soon-to-be...
Delores Ewans
Apr 22, 2026
Delores Ewans, affectionately known as Dee (86), Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Delores leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and purpose that will continue to inspire all who knew her. After graduating from high school, Delores worked for Dobbs House, then went on to become a center coordinator...