Obituaries

Annie Lou Burke

Annie Lou Burke

Aug 31, 2010

Annie L. Burke, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at Yorkland Park Care Center, Columbus. Preceded in death by her parents John W. Burkes and Viola Fegan Burkes, 12 brothers and one sister. She leaves to cherish her memory, 4 devoted daughters, Viola L. (Andrew) Dudley of Selma, Alabama, Mary Ellen Plummer,...

Rose Carline (Howard) Weddington

Rose Carline (Howard) Weddington

Aug 31, 2010

Rose Carline (Howard) Weddington, 68, was called to heavenly service on Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Born November 26, 1941 to John and Dorothy Howard in Springfield, Ohio, she was the oldest of 5 children. She attended Jane Bolton Nursing School and later after marriage enjoyed worldwide travel, playing tennis, gourmet cooking, arts and crafts, fashion and more recently visits...

Geraldine Stevens

Geraldine Stevens

Aug 30, 2010

Geraldine Barton Stevens, formerly of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on August 30, 2010. A devout member of Genesee Church of Christ. Preceded in death by husband, Guther Stevens; eldest daughter, Dorothy (Rufus) Harrison; brother, Lenard Barton and sister, Rosa Harris. Survived by sister, Maxine Mays; daughters, Thelma Young, Mattie Howard, Armada McDonald, Hettie Sheppheard, Edwenia Rutledge and Sara Wilson;...

Margaret Ann Coles

Margaret Ann Coles

Aug 30, 2010

Margaret A. Coles, also known as Mara Crisp of The Crisp Sisters of Springfield, IL, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 30 at age 68 at Robert A. Cassidy Manor, 1370 Barnett Rd.; Columbus, OH 43227. Margaret retired as a nail technician from Coles Barber Shop; she had won 91h placed in the world for...

Gregory Jones

Gregory Jones

Aug 29, 2010

Born on February 02, 1954, Gregory Jones was the second child of four children born to the late Herbert and Elsie (Washington) Jones. Gregory, a husband, stepfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend departed this life on Sunday, August 29, 2010, after a long battle of illness at Arbor East Subacute and Rehabilitation Center. Gregory, affectionately known as “Greg”...

Marcus Sherrod Love

Marcus Sherrod Love

Aug 27, 2010

Marcus Sherrod Love was born on July 11, 1971 to Drucilla Love and Harold Knaff in Columbus, OH and departed this life on Friday, August 27, 2010 in Roanoke, Virginia at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. A talented artist and aspiring chef, Mark graduated from Mifflin High School and recently attended Mountain State University to pursue a degree in Culinary Arts....

Craig Aaron Ward

Craig Aaron Ward

Aug 27, 2010

Craig Aaron Ward was born in San Antonio, Texas on February 2, 1947. He went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 27, 2010 while at the Zusman Hospice Center. As a young child, Craig being the son of a military father, was able to travel to many places including Guam and Hawaii. His childhood was...

William Charles 'Bill' Pearson

William Charles 'Bill' Pearson

Aug 27, 2010

William “Bill” Charles Pearson, 79, lifelong resident of Columbus, departed this life on Friday, August 27, 2010. He was a member of City of Zion Hill Baptist Church and a U.S. Air Force veteran. Preceded in death by wife Ruth Pearson, parents Clarence and Mary (Mapp) Pearson, son Steve Pearson, sister Marlene Harris, and brothers Robert and Clarence Pearson....

Lillie Mae Hayes

Lillie Mae Hayes

Aug 26, 2010

Lillie Hayes was born on May 19, 1935 in Ebenezer, Mississippi to Ella (Lindsey) Horton and Eugene Horton, Sr. On August 26, 2010 the Lord called Lillie Hayes to come home to heavenly peace. She was preceded in death by both parents; siblings: Viola Greer, M. C. Horton, Viola McDonald, Hamp Horton, and Eugene Horton, Jr.; and her loving...

Sammie Williams Sr

Sammie Williams Sr

Aug 25, 2010

The obituary is not currently available; however, please feel free to light a candle or express condolences to the family in Sammie Lee Williams' Book of Memories. Thank you.

Jerry Hammond

Jerry Hammond

Aug 25, 2010

Jerry Hammond, passed away August 25, 2010. A community leader who was passionate about the City of Columbus, its neighborhoods and its people. Served on Columbus City Council for 16 years (1974-90), including six years as the first African American Council president (1984-90). Following retirement from City Council, Jerry remained active in the community serving on the Ohio Environmental...

Evelyn Estelle Shavers

Evelyn Estelle Shavers

Aug 24, 2010

Evelyn (Williams) Shavers transitioned on August 24, 2010. Survived by son Joshua Shavers (fiancée Marjorie Adams); brothers, Robert, Larry, and Eddie Williams; sister Teresa (Allen) Nolen; and many other relatives and friends. A memorial service to be announced at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street. Online condolences may be expressed at www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits...

Mary Catherine 'Kitty' Whiters-Henley

Mary Catherine 'Kitty' Whiters-Henley

Aug 24, 2010

Mary Catherine “Kitty” Whiters Henley, was born on January 28, 1966 in Hawkinsville, Georgia. She was summoned by a Heavenly Call to rest on Tuesday, August 28, 2010 at 8:34 a.m. Mary graduated from South High School, she attended many college courses and she worked as a Medical Assistant at Grant Hospital. She did community service and she worked...

Virginia Hall

Virginia Hall

Aug 24, 2010

The Sun Rose On The Life Of Virginia “Townsend” Hall On Thursday Jan. 01, 1948 To The Late Irene Townsend Nolen The Sun Set On Her Life On Tuesday August 24, 2010. Virginia Was Born In Wetumka, Alabam. She Attended And Gratuated Elmo High School. She Was A Member Of Hopewell Baptist Church. She Married The Late George Hall...

Timothy O'Neil Lewis

Timothy O'Neil Lewis

Aug 24, 2010

Timothy O’Neil Lewis, age 39, went home to the Lord Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at Doctor’s West Hospital. A 1989 graduate of Marion-Franklin High School, he was predeceased by his brother, Michael Rickman; sister, Cheryl L. Rickman; and mother, Phoebe Walls Lewis. He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Tierra Carter; son, Donald Joseph Lewis, III; granddaughter, Jour’dynn...

Linda Sue Reck

Linda Sue Reck

Aug 24, 2010

Linda Sue Reck (Anthony), 58, went to the loving arms of her Savior and Lord surrounded by her family and friends, Tuesday, August 24, 2010, at Mount Carmel East Hospital. She was born May 10, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio to the late George and Barbara Anthony. Linda was a graduate of South High School, and was employed by Craft...

Robert Earl Dozier

Robert Earl Dozier

Aug 22, 2010

Robert E. Dozier, 69. Funeral 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 1, 2010 in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street, with family receiving friends from 9 a.m. until start of service.

Ruth Jones-Mcghee

Ruth Jones-Mcghee

Aug 21, 2010

Ruth Jones-McGhee, age 85, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, August 21, 2010. Born June 19, 1925 in Columbus, OH, she was a member of Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies. Predeceased by husbands, Charles E. Jones, Sr. and Meadis (Matt) McGhee; daughters, Lenora Jenkins-Lipsey and Clementine Miller. She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, Charles, Jr.;...

Johnnie Mae Wright

Johnnie Mae Wright

Aug 20, 2010

Johnnie Mae Wright was born January 19, 1928 in Phenix City, Alabama. She departed this life on August 20, 2010 at her home in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Jimmie Mae Stephens (Alexander). Survived by sister, Annette Walton; grandchildren, Gregory, Jacqueline, Jasper, Ronald, Renia and Yolanda Bonita; eleven great¬grandchildren; five great great grandchildren;...

Calvin Portis

Calvin Portis

Aug 20, 2010

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