Obituaries

Nov 1, 2023

Mell Garne Ross, aged 58, passed away on November 1, 2023, in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Born on September 10, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio, Mell was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Mell was known for his joyful spirit and contagious laughter, which brought joy to everyone around him. He was a hardworking...

Nov 1, 2023

Delores A. Stewart, of West Virginia, passed on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023.

She is survived by children; Wayne Adkins, Belva Cairelli, Mike Robinette; grandchildren, Tina, Lilley, Jeff, Allen, Shaneika, and Aaron.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Trinity Baptist Church, 461...

Oct 31, 2023

Elijah Jerome DeCarlos LaJuan Montgomery Jr. received his wings on October 31, 2023. He was born at OSU Main Hospital at 7:00 PM on September 20, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio to Katelyn and Elijah Sr.

He was "The Blue Eyed Baby" with the biggest smile and a huge personality. Jr had chubby toes and big...

Oct 29, 2023

Barbra Jean Ray was born on March 27, 1946 to Robert and Matha Ray. She was the 1st of 6 children. Barbra Jean affectionately called “Jeanie” passed away peacefully on October 29, 2023.

Barbra Jean took great pride as an employee at the Ohio State University and retired after 25 years of dedicated service.

Oct 28, 2023

Irene Fine-Lee

April 22,1951 – October 28, 2023

Preceded in Death: Mother: Bernice Moreland, Brother: George Moreland Jr, Sister: Dorothy Moreland and Son: Michael Fine.

Irene, graduate from South High School 1970, then she worked for National Fire Hose, Wonder Bread Bakery, then taking on a second...

Oct 27, 2023

Michael Jackson, beloved husband, cherished father, and devoted grandfather died October 27, 2023, leaving behind family, friends and a community who admired and respected him. Mike, born November 20, 1956, was well-known in Central Ohio as a long-time news anchor at NBC4 Columbus.  But, at home “Big Mike” was husband to the love of his life, Dawn M. Jackson,...

Oct 26, 2023

Donald Williamson, Sr. was born to the late James and Vendetta Williamson on July 18,1933 in Columbus, Ohio. In 1955, Donald married his sweetheart, Ella Ruth Crenshaw. From their union, three children; Christine, Donald, Jr. and Jack, were born.

Donald served in the United State Army where he was honorably discharged after fighting in the...

Oct 25, 2023

Harrison Martin Ray was born January 24,1952 to Robert Sr., and Martha E. Ray. He was the 5th of 6 children. Harrison was home when he peacefully passed away, October 24, 2023.

Harrison took great pride as a Landscaper at The Ohio State University and retired after 30 years of service.

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Oct 25, 2023

Dearl E Alexander, 84, Columbus, OH passed away October 25,2023

Dearl was born in Columbus, OH on October 15, 1939 to the late Dearl E Alexander and Imogene Collins.

Dearl is preceded in death by, Father; Dearl E Alexander, Mother; Imogene Collins, Son; Dearl Alexander, Brothers; William Collins, Michael Brown, sister;...

Oct 24, 2023

In Loving Memory of Paul Arthur Green

August 28, 1960 - October 24, 2023

Paul Arthur Green of Columbus, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 24, 2023. He was born on August 28, 1960, and was a beloved brother, a devoted son, and a cherished friend.

Paul is preceded...

Oct 24, 2023

Raymond Mason, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on October 24, 2023.

He was born on February 8, 1933.

Those left to cherish his memories are his loving wife; Meda Banks Mason and devoted daughter, Angela Mason (Arlington, TX).

Visitation will be held on Friday,...

Oct 24, 2023

Sally Jesse Redd was born on February 26, 1932, to the late George Redd and Jeanette Jones in Mortonsville, Kentucky.

Sally was the eleventh of fourteen children. In her adult years she moved to Columbus, Ohio where she was a domestic worker. Later in

life she was able to secure employment with Children’s...

Oct 21, 2023

Patty was born September 27, 1948 in Sharon Pennsylvania, the daughter of Myrtle Samuels (Chambers) and Claude Greene; and was adopted at the age of five by her father, Rufus Chambers Sr. Patty made her transition from this life to eternity on Saturday, October 21, 2023.

Patty’s journey was marked by countless moments of courage...

Oct 19, 2023

Sandra Brooks, 69, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on November 29, 2023.

She was born in Ellisville, Mississippi on October 19, 2023 to the late Sydney and Willie Mae Brooks.

Sandra leaves to cherish her memory, her loving son, Charley Brooks; as well as, many other loving extended family and friends....

Oct 19, 2023

Michael Allen Miller, age 59, went to be with the Lord on October 19, 2023 at Riverside Memorial Hospital in Columbus, OH. He fought cancer for 18 months but couldn’t fight the brain bleed. He was born on January 8, 1964 to James A. Miller Sr and Katie K. (McGowan) Miller.

Michael was active in...

Oct 19, 2023

A Time to be Born: Joyce Yvonne Walker, was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on November 26, 1937, to Isabelle Claiborne.

A Time to Live: Joyce graduated from Dunbar High School in 1956 and moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1960. Joyce joined Apostolic Faith Temple in 1968, after being introduced to Jesus Christ by her best...

Oct 18, 2023

Lee Anna Humphrey went home to be with the Lord, on October 18, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Mary Valentine, and sister Sheila Williams. She is survived by her daughters; Shawna Coles, Tia Humphrey, Kiana Humphrey, Grandchildren; Courtney Hayes, Jalen Crosby, Jordan Humphrey, Justin Tucker, Christiana Robertson, Juwan Humphrey, Casey Humphrey, Jason Robertson,...

Oct 16, 2023

Wanda was born in Montezuma, Georgia on June 3, 1955 to Jet J. and Barbara D. Hubbert. The family lived in Florida for many years before moving to Columbus, Ohio.

Wanda, affectionately known as “Wannette,” attended Linden McKinley High School, was a member of the Cadets Drill Team, in which she was a squad leader,...

Oct 15, 2023

Dennis Eugene Ezell, Sr. of Columbus, Ohio passed away, October 15, 2023.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Rufus and Fannie Ezell.

Surviving family includes children Dennis Eugene Ezell, Jr., Donna Lee Ezell; step children, Valerie Brown, and Carlos Brown.

At this time no...

Oct 11, 2023

Milton Traylor was called home to rest with the Lord on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

Milton was born on July 6,1941 in Barresville, Georgia to the late Elizabeth and Cleveland Traylor.

Milton was preceded in death by his wife Sharon Traylor. He leaves...