Obituaries

James Edward 'Buster' 'Little Man' Marcum

James Edward 'Buster' 'Little Man' Marcum

Jul 14, 2012

James Edward Marcum was born on April 14, 1924 to Robert Marcum and Mary E. Crawley Marcum in Portsmouth, Ohio. He attended Portsmouth Public Schools and later enlisted in the United States Army during World War II. He retired from Timken Rollin Bearing and Columbus Coated Fabrics. James was affectionately known by many nicknames, but he was best known...

Michael Corey Scott

Michael Corey Scott

Jul 14, 2012

Michael Scott, born December 18, 1950 in Columbus, Ohio to Walter and Colleen Scott., passed away on July 14, 2012. He was preceded in death by his father; brother, Dana Scott; aunt, Sylvia Scott and uncle, Sanford Scott. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Alisa Coates Scott; mother, Colleen Beatty; daughter, Paige Marie Scott; step daughters, Brand...

James Edward Harrell

James Edward Harrell

Jul 10, 2012

James Edward Harrell departed this life July 10, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife of over 40 years, Vira Harrell; parents Tony and Maude Harrell; siblings, Joseph, Donald, Tony, Ralph, Leon and Jackie Harrell. His memories will be cherished by his daughters Marvina Johnson and Janice Irby; siblings, Rupert (Catherine) Harrell, special brother Wayman (Ann) Harrell,...

Pamela Jean Lewis

Pamela Jean Lewis

Jul 9, 2012

Pamela Lewis, 45, peacefully got her wings and went to be with the Lord early on July 9, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by son, Mark Long; daughter, Bria Lewis; mother, Carolyn Lewis; siblings, Paul “Tiger” Lewis, Sue Lewis-Elliott, Rhonda Cassells and Yolanda Jackson; grandchildren; Jayden Long and Isla Skai Nunnally; nephew, Corey Lewis; niece,...

Thelma Hazelwood Young

Thelma Hazelwood Young

Jul 7, 2012

Thelma Hazelwood Young, formerly of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at her Columbus residence. Preceded in death by husband Richard C. Young, mother Geraldine Stevens, and sister Dorothy Harrison. Survived by daughters, Deborah A. Walker, Athena Hollis, Jonnita Hazelwood (Alan Johnson), and Thelsherr Robinson (Joe Gamble); sons William (Charlene) Hazelwood and Stephen (LaShawn) Hazelwood; stepchildren,...

Mary Alice (Garrison) Willis

Mary Alice (Garrison) Willis

Jul 7, 2012

Mary Alice Willis was born February 17, 1927 in Glen Wilton, Virginia. She passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Grant Medical Center, at the age of 85. Mary retired from The Ohio State University where she worked for many years as a cook. During her longtime membership with Tabernacle Baptist Church, she was actively involved with various ministries...

Alan Jackson Sr

Alan Jackson Sr

Jul 7, 2012

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Nora L Bivens

Nora L Bivens

Jul 5, 2012

Nora L Bivens went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2012. Preceded in death by parents Clara M. Hairston and George Burton Sr. and brother George Burton Jr. Survived by loving husband, Herman Bivens; daughters, Mary Blake and Elnora M. Bivens; sisters, Liz (Stan) Brue, Maggie (Larry) Adams; brother, Bill (Lil) Ray, several grandchildren; nieces, and nephews....

Darryl Whittner Wallace

Darryl Whittner Wallace

Jul 5, 2012

Darryl Whittner Wallace born March 30, 1958 in Wheeling, West Virginia. He passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012 at his Columbus residence after courageously battling an extended illness. Darryl was the youngest of six children and was often affectionately referred to as Baby Darryl. He was the joker of the family - always smiling, laughing, and telling jokes. An...

Roy Eugene James

Roy Eugene James

Jul 5, 2012

Roy Eugene James was born in Devonshire, Bermuda on June 25, 1958. He passed away peacefully on July 5, 2012 from ongoing illness. A graduate of Marion Franklin High School in 1977; he went on to join the United States Army. Preceded in death by his wife, Naja James and brother, Michael James. He is survived by loving parents,...

Franky Antowon Tention

Franky Antowon Tention

Jul 4, 2012

Franky Antwon Tention, age 18, departed this life suddenly on July 4, 2012 at OSU (Campus) Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Franky was born on July 31, 1993 at Mt. Carmel West Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to the parents, Deborah Montgomery and Michael Gordon. Franky was a senior at Independence High School and worked part-time at Staffing Agency. Antwon, nicknamed...

O'Niel Mann Woodlin

O'Niel Mann Woodlin

Jul 4, 2012

The extended obituary of Mrs. O'Niel Mann Woodlin is forthcoming. While visiting online, please feel free to light a virtual candle, share a special photograph or fond story, and/or leave a condolence message for her family in Mrs. Woodlin's Book of Memories. Your prayers, words of encouragement, and other thoughtful gestures of sympathy and love are greatly appreciated. Thank...

James Smith Sr

James Smith Sr

Jul 3, 2012

James T. Smith Sr., 86, went home to be with the Lord, peacefully, July 3, 2012, at home, surrounded by family and friends. He was a beloved husband, father, and friend. He coached little league football and baseball and was Superintendent of Sunday School and Deacon of the church. He was a World War II veteran and a retired...

Minnie Belle (Wyms) Cleveland

Minnie Belle (Wyms) Cleveland

Jul 2, 2012

Minnie B. Cleveland, first lady emeritus of The New Salem Missionary Baptist Church made her transition to be with the Lord on Monday, July 2, 2012. Those left to celebrate her life and cherish her memory are her sister, Beatrice Sorrell, Washington, D.C.; her son, Frank C. Cleveland, Jr. (Barbara), Columbus, OH; daughter-in-law Shirley Cleveland, Houston, TX; 17 grandchildren...

Ruby Virginia Johnson

Ruby Virginia Johnson

Jul 2, 2012

Ruby Virginia White Knowles Johnson, 86 born December 10, 1925, Died Sunday July 02, 2012 at her residence. Ruby is preceded in death by her Mother, Father, Brothers, Sister and Husband. A dedicated and devoted Mother, whom worked tirelessly as an advocate and activist for all. Retired from Franklin County Department of Human Services, with many years of dedicated...

Melinda Johnson Pritchett

Melinda Johnson Pritchett

Jun 30, 2012

Melinda Johnson Pritchett, 48, passed away on June 30, 2012. Survived by husband, Clarence Pritchett; daughter, Monica (David Traylor) Johnson; son, Joshua Johnson; mother, Frances Skeaton; father, Joe Smith; grandmother, Alama Smith; granddaughters, Sasha Johnson, Payton Brown; grandson, Julian Johnson; great grandson, Caelum Johnson; 7 step-brothers; 5 step-sisters; long time best friend, Karen McBay; a host of cousins, nieces...

Annie Pearl Adams

Annie Pearl Adams

Jun 29, 2012

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Jerry Woods

Jerry Woods

Jun 27, 2012

Mr. Jerry Woods, age 77, was survived by his wife Mildred A. Durham-Woods, four sons Jerome (Christine) Woods, Curonn Woods, Curtis (Velma) Woods, Bryan Hawkins, and two daughters, Angela Woods and Tonya Woods many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. He was a member of the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Jerry attended Columbus East High School, was a veteran of...

Gladys C. Anderson

Gladys C. Anderson

Jun 27, 2012

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Chester Oliver Mayo

Chester Oliver Mayo

Jun 25, 2012

Mr. Chester Oliver Mayo was born October 6, 1929 in Columbus, Ohio. He served in the US Army, in the Korean conflict. He retired after 30 years from the United States Postal Service as a mechanic, and after 10 years from APDS as maintenance engineer. Affectionately known as “Chet”, he will be remembered for his sense of humor; for...