Obituaries
Sherry L. Kidd
Feb 16, 2026
**Obituary for Sherry L. Kidd** *June 29, 1961 – February 16, 2026* It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sherry L. Kidd, who left this world peacefully on Monday, February 16th, 2026, at the age of 64. A beloved resident of Columbus, Ohio, Sherry touched the lives of many with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit....
Darlene Thomas
Feb 14, 2026
**Obituary for Darlene Thomas** It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Darlene Thomas of Columbus, Ohio, who left this world peacefully on February 14, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on a warm Sunday, August 13, 1939, Darlene’s life was a testament to the quiet strength and loving spirit for which she will forever be...
Delores Grant
Feb 14, 2026
Delores Ann Grant was born on September 26, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio to the union of Katherine Josephine Alston and Richard Earl Parks. Delores was a graduate of West High School in 1957 who persistently had a strong desire to learn more about God by regularly volunteering, leading home-based Bible study courses, and teaching Sunday school classes. Her background in...
MILDRED L THOMAS
Feb 10, 2026
Mildred (Forte’) Thomas, born June 17, 1949, in Grindstone, Pennsylvania to Benjamin and Mildred (Hungerford) Forte’. Mildred Thomas graduated from high school in Pennsylvania. Then she and her family moved to Columbus, where she lived until her death. Mildred began working working for Ohio Bell Telephone company in various jobs. She transferred to the AT&T’s Marketing (sales) department where she...
Cleo Elizabeth Simon
Feb 7, 2026
Cleo Elizabeth Dunlap Simon passed away on February 7, 2026, at the Kobacker House. Her residence was at the Wesley Glen Retirement Community. Cleo Dunlap Simon was born on April 5, 1939, in Greensboro, North Carolina to Lizzie Lee and Willie Matthew. She later moved to Albermarle, North Carolina where she attended Kingsville High School. She was married in holy...
Bernice L Davis
Feb 5, 2026
Mother Bernice L. Davis was born on August 28, 1938, and departed this life on February 5, 2026. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Betty Anne Hoover. Siblings: Ellen Austin, Doretha Richardson, William Gilbert Hoover, Herbert Richard Hoover, Charles Blair Hoover, Donald Eugene Hoover, Paul Lawrence Hoover, an Roy Gilbert Hoover. Robert L. Phipps, Sr. Children:...
Gloria D Moon
Feb 3, 2026
Gloria D Moon, 97, of Columbus, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
In Loving Memory of Gloria Moon (“Budd-Budd”)
Gloria Moon, lovingly known as “Budd-Budd,” was born Gloria Dean Taylor on August 17, 1928, to sharecroppers Ed and Nina Taylor in Cotton Plant, Arkansas. From humble beginnings in a small Southern town, she carried a heart full...
Lorraine Mary Hill
Jan 29, 2026
Lorraine M. Hill, 93, of Columbus, born in New York, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2026. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 11, 1933, to the late Lemuel and Lorraine (Tucker) Dabney. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Alfred Hill, Sr. and her two sons, Michael Paul Hill...
Barbara M Ghee
Jan 25, 2026
Barbara Mosel Ghee, born in Kistler, West Virgina, April 10, 1945, to the late Freeman and America (Maskey) Ghee, where she resided until age 2. She and her family then moved to Jacksonville, Ohio where she lived and loved the farm life. At the age of 13 she and her family moved to Columbus, Ohio where she joined the Church...
Ruth A Jones
Jan 21, 2026
Ruth Ann Jones, age 102, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully transitioned to her eternal home on January 21, 2026, at her residence on Lilley Avenue. She was born on October 23, 1923, to Richard and Mahalie King. Ruth was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life, David R. Jones, on November 30, 1946. Together they shared 65 beautiful...
Aretha Sims
Jan 21, 2026
Aretha Ellen “Rita” Sims ( Baker), born on May 20, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on January 21, 2026, in her hometown of Columbus. She was 67 years old. A lifelong resident of Columbus, Rita attended South High School and remained deeply connected to her community throughout her life. She was a woman of faith and...
Joan Jeffries
Jan 19, 2026
Joan Jeffries was born on December 10,1942 to the late Cosby and Cleaora Jeffries, the second youngest of 14 siblings who all proceeded her in death. Joan was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the proud mother of two daughters, Angela Jeffries and Sharita Hill, and her great-niece Bridgette Smith whom she raised. Joan Jeffries was a dedicated...
Margaret Knott
Jan 17, 2026
Margaret Emma Jordan Knott, a native of Petersburg, Virginia, peacefully departed this life on January 17, 2026. Born to the late Hugh and Beatrice Jordan, Margaret was the youngest of four siblings: Alice, William (Tucker), and Edwin. She graduated from Peabody High School and attended Virginia Union before leaving to get married. After moving to Columbus, Ohio, Margaret worked for...
Linda Greene
Jan 16, 2026
Linda L. Greene was born on July 3, 1946, to Clifford and Mary Morgan, in Columbus, Ohio. She was an employee at Columbus State Hospital (currently known as Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare), Blue Cross Insurance Company, and retired as an Insurance Investigator with the State of Ohio Department of Insurance. Linda enjoyed worshipping at New Birth Christian Ministries where she...
Harriet Whiteside
Jan 13, 2026
Harriett was born on March 4, 1934 in Greensboro N.C. to Albert and Cleo McAdoo. Harriet was known by her family and close friends by her nickname, “Toot.” When she was 5 years old, her family moved to Columbus, Ohio where she remained. Harriett attended school in Columbus, Ohio, she completed her education and married Clyde Whiteside. Harriett began her...
Robert White
Jan 12, 2026
Robert White, 82, of Columbus, OH, a proud veteran of the United States Army, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 12, 2026. He is preceded by his wife, Priscilla White, of 52 years, and son Robert Gregory (“Greg”) White. He is survived by his daughter, Michell Ivory, and step-daughters Tarita (Montye) Harris and Stacie Byas. Grandchildren: Wintress,...
Joanne Walker Steele
Jan 6, 2026
Joanne (Walker) Evans-Steele, lovingly known to family and friends, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 70. She was born on March 1, 1955, and lived a life rooted in love, strength, and devotion to her family. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Mary Walker; her brothers, Charles and William Walker; her first...
Ethel J Jackson
Jan 3, 2026
Ethel “Jeannie” Jackson, 72, of Columbus, OH, passed away January 3rd, 2026. Surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Columbus, OH December 9th, 1953, to the late Raymond Brown and Allice ‘Saunders’ Brown. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Raymond “Butch” Brown, Charles Brown, and Thersa ‘Brown’ Frazier. Surviving Family includes loving husband Littleton “Bo” Jackson, children...
Jessie Rene Sanders
Dec 30, 2025
Jessie René Sanders, 81, of Columbus, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 18, 1944, in Eufaula, Alabama, Jessie lived a life rooted in faith, generous love, and service. A devoted follower of Jesus Christ, she sought to honor God by loving others, stewarding her...
John Henry Wiggins
Dec 25, 2025
Born October 27, 1980, in Columbus, Ohio. His parents were John Douglas Wiggins Sr. and Emma Jane Wiggins. He became part of a large family including 12 brothers and sisters. In the early, he was affectionately called Little John, which was quite ironic given he grew quickly to be 6"3. John Henry , aka Little John, was known for his...
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