Obituaries

Mary Nesbitt-Steward

Dec 11, 2023

Mary Elaine Nesbitt Steward departed this life early Monday, December 11. Elaine, as she was called by most people, was born on November 19, 1935, to Harvey and Essie Reynolds. She is predeceased by her parents, first husband, Joseph Nesbitt, second husband, Fred Steward and brother, Harvey Reynolds. She also lost her three children, Pamela Dawson, Joseph (Tommy) Nesbitt,...

Truman Barnes

Dec 11, 2023

Truman Lee Barnes joined the world on November 1, 1946 in Grenada, Mississippi. Truman transitioned to his new home in heaven on December 11, 2023 in Columbus, Oh. While here Truman enjoyed and lived life the best way he knew how! Truman worked long careers as a hairstylist, MC/DJ and landscaper all while enjoying fishing or playing cards during...

Sharon Fallins

Dec 8, 2023

Sharon R. Fallins, 62, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.

She was born on July 15, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to John and Ledora Johnson.

Sharon is survived by sons, Jessie Fallins and Ronald Harshaw and a host of family and friends.

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Mark Jenkins

Dec 5, 2023

Mark A. Jenkins, 65, born and raised in Columbus, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on December 5, 2023.

Mark A. Jenkins served in the United States Coast Guard and received honorable discharge from active duty on February 28, 1989.

He was a kind man and always available for...

Lepolian Haynes

Dec 4, 2023

Lepolian (Lee) Haynes entered the house of our heavenly Father on Monday, December 4, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on June 23, 1932, in Selma, Alabama to his late parents Ella Mae Warren and Ben Haynes. A highly decorated veteran, Lee had a successful career in the United States Air Force and retired after serving...

Joann Hopkins

Dec 3, 2023

"The strength of a matriarch lies not just in her authority, but in the wisdom and compassion she weaves into the tapestry of her family."

Our hearts are full of joy and happiness as we remember Joann Hopkins, a loving, resilient, and accomplished soul who passed away in Gahanna, Ohio on December 3rd. She was...

Wayne Mcdearmon

Dec 3, 2023

Wayne Lee McDearmon was born May 18, 1947 in Lynchburg, Virginia; he is preceded in death by parents Joe Wilson and Ethel McDearmon and Brother Pete McDearmon.

Wayne passed away peacefully at Taylor Springs Health Campus in Gahanna, Ohio on December 3, 2023.

Wayne is survived by his beautiful wife, Barbara...

Joel Collins

Nov 28, 2023

Joel (Joe) Collins, 70, passed away on November 25, 2023.

After Graduating from high school, Joe gained employment with Columbus Auto Parts. He went on to be employed with Polycel. In 1999, he began his employment with Mount Carmel West Hospital where he retired after 20 years as a supplies technician.

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Aarius Saunders

Nov 28, 2023

Aarius Earl Saunders was born February 23, 2000, to the union of Earl S. Saunders Jr. and Charlene Saunders in Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Betty Laws, and Phyllis Stephens.

Aarius attended The Charles School at Ohio Dominican through the 10th grade until his illness took over his ability to...

Lillian Patterson

Nov 26, 2023

Lillian R. Patterson, 93 of Commercial Point Ohio passed away November 26, 2023.

She was born in Columbus Ohio on August 9, 1930 to James and Ester (Harris) Crawford.

She is preceded in death by her father, James Crawford, mother, Ester Fears; husband, Ceaphus Patterson Sr.; sister, Betty Davis, brothers, James...

Lorene Bryant

Nov 26, 2023

In loving memory of Lorene Bryant, aged 75, a cherished resident of Franklin County, Columbus, Ohio, who peacefully passed away on November 26, 2023. Born on December 19, 1947, in Griffin, GA, Lorene was the daughter of the late Jack and Annie Lillian Searcy.

Lorene is preceded in death by her ex-husband, James R. Bryant...

Zyier Munnerlyn

Nov 22, 2023

Zyier T. Munnerlyn, 13, of Westerville, Ohio 10/19/2010 – 11/22/2023

He was born in Columbus, OH, October 19, 2010 to Mallory (Taylor) Munnerlyn and Sonney Munnerlyn and attended 7th grade at Minerva Park Middle.

Surviving family includes his father, mother, younger sister, Marionna ( Onna) Munnerlyn – Byrd, and younger brother,...

Thomas Hancock

Nov 21, 2023

Thomas, born on March 31, 1941, in East Spencer, NC, was the beloved son of the late Marion Hancock and Lucile Halsey Hancock. On November 21, 2023, his journey came to a peaceful end.

Thomas was a man of great character and values. Deeply rooted in tradition, giving his life to Christ in 2010 at...

Arlene Madry

Nov 20, 2023

Arlene Madry, age 69, of Columbus, OH, passed away on 11/20/23 at 6:25pm at home in the care of her two sons and youngest granddaughter.

Arlene was born in Shelbyville, KY on 12/21/1953 to William Earl and Kathleen Sheppard Johnson.

She was accepted to Christ at an early age at Mt....

Anthony Hairston

Nov 18, 2023

Minister Anthony L. Hairston, 55, earned his wings on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Anthony was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 8, 1968, and was adopted at the age of 3 by Moses and Louise (Reynolds) Hairston.

Anthony is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 17 years, Quanda Hairston (Irvine); children, Miles...

Leroy Brooks

Nov 14, 2023

Leroy Thomas Brooks, 82, passed away November 14, 2023. He was born in Jackson, Tennessee on September 30, 1941 to Lewis T. Jordan and Elnora Brooks.

Leroy is preceded in death by his mother, Elnora Pulliam, father, Lewis T. Jordan and sister, Bertha Mae Diggs.

Leroy was married to Francine Brooks...

Mildred Bradley

Nov 10, 2023

Mildred Jones Bradley (93) died on November 10, 2023 at Mother Angeline McCory Manor in Columbus, Ohio.

Mildred was born June 10, 1930 to Herbert and Bertha Jones ( both preceded in death).

She was one of nine siblings and the last of the children to pass.

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Mary Byrdsong Thompson

Nov 9, 2023

Mary L. Byrdsong-Thompson (1929-2023), age 94, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on the morning of Thursday, November 9, 2023.

She was born in Rome, Georgia on August 12, 1929. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, her husband, Cecil Thompson, Jr, daughter-in-law, Constance Byrdsong and granddaughter, Effaney Mills.

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Willa B. Henderson

Nov 5, 2023

Willa B. Henderson

Sunrise on January 11,1933 in Valdosta, Georgia.

Relocated to Columbus at the age of 3 with Mother Emma Dyer, elder sister Kathleen Swain and brother Nathaniel Dyer.

She married Amos Henderson Sr in 1965 and they raised 8 beautiful children together.

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Emma Jones

Nov 5, 2023

Emma Mae Jones “went to church” for the final time as she joined the Church Triumphant on Sunday, November 5, 2023. She was born in McDonough, Georgia on July 10, 1925 to Marie Weems Barnes and Charles Barnes. The family moved to the west side of Columbus, Ohio to the Burnside community in 1934 when Emma was 9 years...