Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Aug 20, 2010
The Book of Memories is made available to all families we serve as well as any family served by any other funeral home in our community.
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

