Obituaries

Jun 14, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Ruth Ellen Jones, who passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in Dublin, OH. Ms. Jones is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Jones Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Jun 13, 2023

Sharon Jo (Lanos) Johnson was born on October 10th 1957 in Forest City, Arkansas. Her parents O.C. and Ernie Mae Lanos later relocated to Rochester, New York and grew their family with the birth of six children: Valerie, Janet, Efron, Mary Ann, Barbara Ann, and Rita Lanos. Ironically, in 1963, the young family moved next door to Sharon’s future...

Jun 11, 2023

Leslie Brenda Johnson was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, on Friday, April 25, 1941. She was the oldest daughter born to Samuel and Annie Lee Lampkin. Leslie grew up in White Plains, New York, where she graduated from White Plains High School. On January 4, 1957, Leslie was presented as a debutante at the Westchester County Center, which was sponsored...

Jun 8, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Kim Kristin Coleman, who passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Coleman is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Coleman Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Jun 6, 2023

Steven “Wolf” Blair Woodford was a funny, charismatic, and vivacious brother, father, son, cousin, and friend. He went home to be with the Lord on June 6, 2023, at age 61, after a nine-month struggle with kidney failure caused by amyloidosis.

Stevie was born on June 10, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from South...

Jun 5, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Terry Anthony Locke, who passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Locke is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Locke Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Jun 5, 2023

JACK EDWARD HARRIS (affectionately known as Jackie) was born to Willis Harris, Sr. and Wilda Harris on Saturday, March 3, 1934, in Columbus, Ohio. Jack spent his formative years on Olpp Street with the family, later moving to Gibbard Avenue.

At the age of seven, Jack’s first job, along with his brother, Bobby, was helping...

Jun 3, 2023

Jacques McCoy Sr., a loving father, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend to many, passed away on June 3, 2023, at the age of 53. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Jacques was the cherished son of Oliver and Virginia McCoy. Jacques McCoy Sr., fondly known as "Bluesman," was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many. His passions...

Jun 2, 2023

Callis Kennedy, Jr., age 57, gained his wings on June 2, 2023, at the OSU Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Callis was born November 3, 1965, to the late Callis Kennedy, Sr. and the late ErnestJean Brooks Kennedy in Marengo County, Alabama, where he was raised by his grandmother the late  Sudie B. Kennedy.

He joined...

Jun 1, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for SCOTT WAYNE DARTHARD, JR. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 1, 2023

Jerold Louis McDaniels was born July 1, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio and was the youngest of three sons born to James and Emma McDaniels.  Soon after he graduated from high school he joined the U.S. Marine Corp., where he served for five years.

In 1974, Jerold was united in marriage to Marilyn Humphrey, they were blessed with...

May 31, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Gwendolyn Katherine Anderson , who passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Anderson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Anderson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

May 31, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Tashawn Brown Goodman, who passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Brown Goodman is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Brown Goodman Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

May 29, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Jessie M. Cage , who passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Cage is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Cage Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

May 29, 2023

Kathryn L. Skillman, was born on September 4, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio to Algie and Mary Magalene Greenlee. Kathryn was affectionately know as “Kathy”. She was the fourth child of five and the last to pass away.

She was a graduate of Columbus City Schools. She attended Trinity Baptist Church and received the Lord as...

May 29, 2023

Martha Ann Smith, age 81, went home to be with her dear Savior on Monday, May 29, 2023. Born Martha Ann “Polly” Graves, in Semora, North Carolina, on Saturday, January 24, 1942, Martha was the fourth child of the late Mr. Willie Graves and the late Mrs. Florine Stewart Graves.

As a young...

May 28, 2023

Ronald Allen Marbrey, born to Hughey Marbrey, Sr. and Ellen M. Marbrey (Stewart) November 8, 1942, was a life-long resident of Columbus, Ohio. As a child, he and his family lived in the “Fly Town” section of the city until they moved to Eastwood Avenue in the 1950s. He graduated from East High School Class of 1960-61, and thereafter...

May 26, 2023

VANCE GREGORY HENDRICKS, SR. was born in Columbus, Ohio, on Wednesday, January 17, 1962. He was the son of Donald Lee Hendricks and Patricia Denton. “Cowboy,” as he was affectionately called by family and friends, attended Linden McKinley High School, where he was an award-winning track athlete. Vance loved the Lord and was baptized at Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church....

May 26, 2023

Truman Winbush, Jr. of Columbus, Ohio born January 11, 1958, took his final bow on the stage of life on May 26, 2023. He was the third child of Truman and Estella Winbush.

Truman will be remembered for his welcoming smile, sense of humor, and immense sports knowledge.

He is preceded...

May 24, 2023

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Annie D Cleveland, who passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Ms. Cleveland is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Cleveland Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you...