Obituaries

Aug 5, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Lucy Bernice Peters , who passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Peters is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Peters Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Aug 5, 2023

Ernestine Lucille (Carter) Menefield was born May 5,1934 to Lewis and Pauline (Lee) Carter in Columbus, Ohio.

She graduated from East High School, attended Franklin University, Columbus State Community College where she was inducted into The Phi Theta Kappa Society, She attended The Ohio State University.

Ernestine was united in marriage...

Aug 5, 2023

Jarrell Austin Tyree was born on February 2, 1991 at Mount Carmel West to Darlene Tyree.

He departed this life suddenly on August 5, 2023 at Grant Medical Center.

Jarrell grew up in Columbus City Schools, where he received his GED at the age of 18.

Jarrell discovered his love for football at...

Aug 2, 2023

SARITA DENISE BOYD, known affectionately as “Rita,” was born on Tuesday, March 30, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio, and passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.

Sarita’s journey led her to graduate from The Ohio State University, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. Sarita embarked on her teaching career within the Columbus...

Aug 1, 2023

CIERA WEBSTER, age thirty-three, received her wings on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. She was born Sunday, November 26, 1989, in South Williamson, Kentucky, to Charles Webster and Colette Patterson. “CeCe,” the name used by her family and close friends, graduated from Williamson High School and attended Everest Institute, where she received her certificate degree for medical assistant. CeCe was...

Aug 1, 2023

DEMARCO MOORER, age thirty, received his wings on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. He was born Thursday, March 18, 1993, in Columbus, Ohio, to Tony Fisher and Carol Moorer. “Marco,” the name used by his family and close friends, earned his GED in 2013 and his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in 2021. Marco was employed with Rumpke Waste & Recycle....

Aug 1, 2023

Audrey Hairston, 88, was born on October 10, 1934 in Columbus, Ohio to the late William P. and Ella Bell Little Hairston. She took her flight to Heaven on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.

Audrey was affectionately known Auddie by her family and Ms. Audrey by those in the neighborhood. She loved to cook and enjoyed...

Jul 30, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Carolyn Arlene Kelley , who passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 in Westerville, Ohio. Ms. Kelley is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Kelley Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 30, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Pastor Leon L. Troy , who passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 in Gahanna, OH. Pastor Troy is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Troy Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

Jul 29, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Robert Lee Dunlap , who passed away Saturday, July 29, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Dunlap is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Dunlap Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 27, 2023

Tamara Antoinette Bridges, age forty-eight, received her wings on Thursday, July 27, 2023. She was born Saturday, August 17, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio, to Tommy E. Bridges, Sr. and Ethel Bridges-Patilla. “Tammy,” the name used by her family and close friends, grew up in Cassady Farm. Tammy graduated from Mifflin High School in 1993. She attended Wilberforce University. Tammy...

Jul 26, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Alayzia Octavia Wooden , who passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023 in Jefferson Hills, PA. Ms. Wooden is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Wooden Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

Jul 24, 2023

Darlene D Joyce, age 70, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023. Funeral Service, 10:00 am, Monday, August 7th, 2023 in the chapel of Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service where her family will receive friends from 9:00 am until time of service. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Visit Darlene's online tribute wall at www.diehl-whittaker.com.

Jul 24, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of David Eugene Hairston , who passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr.. Hairston is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Hairston Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 24, 2023

Margaret Nancy Safford passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023. Margaret Nancy Safford was born in Columbus, Ohio on January 22, 1929, to Robert Fulton Redman and Thema Beatrice Chase Redman, the second of six children. Graduating from East High School at sixteen, she continued to blaze trails in Columbus as she became the first Black telephone operator...

Jul 24, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of James Rodger Smith , who passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Smith is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Smith Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 23, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Antron Lamar Estes , who passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Estes is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Estes Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 22, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Ledora M. Johnson , who passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023 in St. Cloud, FL. Mrs.. Johnson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Johnson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

Jul 21, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Sede Wah Wilson , who passed away Friday, July 21, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Wilson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Wilson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Jul 21, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Aaron Lee Owens , who passed away Friday, July 21, 2023. Mr. Owens is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Owens Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank...