Obituaries
Sherlene Aaron
Aug 20, 2012
Sherlene Aaron took a first class flight to her eternal hom on August 20, 2012. Sherlene Aaron was born in Eastman, GA and lived in Pompano Beach, FL for a period of time before moving to Columbus, OH with her father and sisters. She was preceded in death by parents, Ophelia and Wilbert Currington, Sr. Sherlene was a dedicated...
Ruby Lee Deiz
Aug 17, 2012
Ruby Deiz passed away in West Bloomfield, Michigan, on August 17, 2012. Ruby, the youngest of 11 children (7 brothers and 3 sisters), was born on March 22,1920, to George E. and Paralee Butler in Stephenville, Texas. Ruby was raised in Stephenville and graduated from Stephenville Colored High School in 1937. In the early 1940’s, due to the economy...
William Bruce 'Mo Daddy' 'Big Bruce' Howard
Aug 17, 2012
William Bruce Howard, 51, of Columbus, born August 9, 1961, went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2012. Survived by mother, Donna Ross, and a host of family and friends. Celebration of Life 7 p.m., Friday, August 24, 2012 at New Faith Baptist Church, 955 Oak Street, where the family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until...
Helen Darlene (Richardson) Kent
Aug 16, 2012
Mrs. Helen Darlene Richardson Kent was born on December 18, 1922 to George Grady Richardson and Lena Ruben Richardson in Columbus, Ohio. She graduated from Columbus East High School and earned a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education from Wilberforce University (Wilberforce, Ohio), along with a degree in Elementary Education and Reading Development from The Ohio State University. Helen was...
Richard Roberts Sr
Aug 16, 2012
Richard A. Dickie Roberts, Sr., age 84, went home to the Lord Thursday, August 16, 2012 at the Manor of Westerville. He was a member of St. Paul A.M.E. Church, where he sang in the choir; he was a former member of Second Baptist Church, retired employee of the U.S. Postal Service, a long term employee of Diehl-Whittaker Funeral...
Grady Richard 'Dickie' Kelley
Aug 16, 2012
Grady R. Kelley, Dickie, age 64, passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012. Employed by The Ohio State University Medical Center for over 20 years and The Triad Lounge for over 30 years, Dickie enjoyed dancing, shooting pool, playing cards and was an avid wrestling fan. Preceded in death by parents Maude Richardson Kelley and Robert Kelley, Sr., siblings, Phyllis...
Lula Goolsby Daye
Aug 12, 2012
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Doris Johnson
Aug 12, 2012
The complete obituary and photograph of Mrs. Doris Johnson are not available at this point in time. However, while visiting her Book of Memories, please feel free to light a virtual candle, share a fond story and/or special photograph, or leave a condolence message for her family. This site will be updated as more information becomes available. Your prayers,...
Carl Gilbert Jr
Aug 11, 2012
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Idella Craine White
Aug 11, 2012
Idella C. White, 93, born on July 19, 1919 in Chester County, SC to John Craine Sr. and Hattie Hough Craine. She was called home to Glory on August 11, 2012. Former First Lady and Co-Founder of the Loving Charity Baptist Church in Columbus, OH along with her late husband, Pastor John M. White. Predeceased by parents; husband of...
Edward Berry Sr
Aug 11, 2012
Edward Lawrence Berry, Sr., and his twin brother Edwin Herman Berry, Sr. were born in Columbus Ohio on May 24, 1927 to Alfred and Julia Berry. He attended Columbus Public Schools. He retired from Joyce Iron Metal, a construction worker, very creative in building things and even barbering. He was a jack of all trades. Edward was known affectionately...
Franklin Weldon Sharp
Aug 10, 2012
Franklin Weldon Sharp was born in Clintonville, West Virginia on November 2, 1932 to the late Jesse Lee and Myrtle Sharp. He loved to play the harmonica and to dance. Just spending time with his family was truly his passion. He married his soul mate, Mary Elizabeth Carter, with whom he loved to travel. Franklin treasured and valued his...
Lucille M. Jackson
Aug 10, 2012
On December 18, 1922 Lucille M. Jackson was born to the late Rev. George T. and Susie B. Morse in Clarke County Athens, Ga. She was the baby girl of twelve. In her earlier years, after the passing of both parents, she was sent to Chicago, Illinois to live with an aunt and uncle. She later moved to Logan,...
Geraldine Anderson Ramseur
Aug 7, 2012
Geraldine Anderson Ramseur, daughter of the late Henry Lang Anderson and Anna Anderson, was born on December 18, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio. She attended the Columbus Public School system graduating from East High School in 1948. She recognized the importance of a good education and continually sought to improve her skills. She was a graduate of Methodist Theological Seminary,...
Margie Jean (Mathews) Ramsey
Aug 5, 2012
Margie Jean Ramsey was born July 28, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio to William and Ada Belle Mathews. Her father was a stone mason, while her mother was a homemaker to their four children: Faye, Theodore, Margie and Dorethea. In 1956, Margie met and married Walter Ramsey of Augusta, Georgia. They remained in Columbus, Ohio raising nine children until his...
Keith Watson Rudd
Aug 4, 2012
Keith W. Rudd, age 66, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012 after a year-long battle with cancer. Keith was born on April 24, 1946 in Springfield, OH., and graduated from Cathedral Latin High School in Cleveland, OH. He attended The Ohio State University, and retired from Ohio Bell/Ameritech after 20+ years. Keith married Charlotte Johnson in 1970, and this...
Lynn Robert Gwynn
Aug 3, 2012
Lynn Robert Gwynn was born April 14, 1949 to Jeanne Chavous-Gwynn and Judge Lawrence McKinley Gwynn in Columbus, Ohio. Lynn received his formal education in the Columbus public school system and graduated from North High School, where he was an All-City and All-State running back on the football team. In 1967, he became the second African-American to be hired...
Elijah Morris
Aug 3, 2012
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Samuel Lee Littleton
Aug 1, 2012
Samuel Lee Littleton, 85, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 1, 2012. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 23, 1926. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He is preceded in death by wife Hattie and son Tony Littleton. He is survived by family including daughter, Cynthia...
Mattie Mae (Thompson) Stinson
Aug 1, 2012
A complete obituary has not been made available for online viewing; however, while visiting Ms. Stinson's Book of Memories, please feel free to light a virtual candle, share a fond story or special photo, or leave a condolence message for her family. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that you please consider a memorial contribution to The...
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