Obituaries

Jan 23, 2022

Kenneth Lamont Latham (“Humbug”) was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 11, 1948 to Harley and Dorothy Mae (Davis) Latham. Ken graduated from South High School in 1967 where he excelled in many things; specifically, sports. Ken attended both THE Ohio State University and Columbus State Community College and graduated from the latter. Ken served in the United States...

Jan 23, 2022

Bobby E. Chandler, Sr., age 74, passed away on January 23, 2022. He was preceded in death by father, Davella Chandler, mother, Catherine Chandler, brothers, Vincent Chandler and Dave Chandler, and sister, Vivian Chandler. Survived by his wife, Marscha Chandler; daughters, Bobbette Chandler and Chandra Chandler; sons, Bobby E. Chandler, Jr., Chad Chandler and Brent Chandler; grandchildren, Darius Chandler,...

Jan 23, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Paul Smith, who passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 in Worthington, OH. Mr. Smith is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. The obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for visiting.

Jan 22, 2022

Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend Allie (Walker) Watson was born on April 7, 1933 in Molena (Pike County), Georgia. She was the second of three children from the union of the late William and Della (McGough) Walker. She passed peacefully from this life to her eternal home with the Lord on January 22, 2022. Allie moved from...

Jan 21, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Charlotte Ann Stewart, who passed away Friday, January 21, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Stewart is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Stewart Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Jan 21, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Edwin Johnson, who passed away Friday, January 21, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Johnson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Johnson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 20, 2022

Linda F. Hudson Hairston gained her wings on Thursday evening, January 20, 2022 at Grant Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Linda, along with twin sister Brenda, was born August 23, 1955 in Welch, WV to Inez Hudson. Linda was a product of McDowell County WV school system, graduation from East Welch High School in 1974. She spent her childhood growing...

Jan 20, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Thomas Huston, who passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Huston is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Huston Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 18, 2022

Manuel Jennings of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Jan 18, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jan 18, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Michael Whatley, who passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Whatley is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Whatley Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 17, 2022

Pryestt Strickland was born November 15, 1972, in Akron, OH to James Walters and Vivian Quintella Walters. Pryestt graduated from East High School in Akron, OH in 1991. He attended both Ohio Wesleyan and Otterbein University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Pryestt was a wonderful man of God. He married the love of his life, Billy...

Jan 16, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Fred McGill, who passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mr. McGill is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The McGill Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 16, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Charles Franklin, who passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Franklin is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Franklin Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 14, 2022

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Forestine King, who passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. King is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The King Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jan 14, 2022

Robert “Bobby” Baker was born December 2, 1950.  On Friday, January 14 Bobby passed away peacefully in OSU Hospital  East at the age of 71.

He was the second child of Robert and Doris Baker

Bobby was a graduate of Central High School where he played basketball.

He loved to work on cars...

Jan 13, 2022

Deaconess Betty Lou Lewis, of Columbus, OH, ascended to her heavenly home on January 13th, 2022. She was born in Chillicothe, OH on March 24th, 1933. Deaconess Lewis, was passionate about many things, but most of all she loved to cook, sew, sing and teach. Deaconess Lewis has impacted many lives. She was a Sunday school teacher, usher board...

Jan 13, 2022

Kathlynne “Kathy” Bruce Duffy Espy had an extraordinary life. She was born in Toledo, Ohio on March 29, 1944 to Helen Louise and Franklyn Verlett Duffy. Three years later, the family moved to Raleigh, North Carolina where her brother, Franklyn, Jr. was born and she was so happy to have someone to dote on. The family moved back to...

Jan 12, 2022

RUTH ANN GIBBS was born in Columbus, Ohio on January 19, 1933, to George and Wyoma Cardwell. She was the youngest of seven children. She graduated from Central High School and attended Franklin University for one year. At a Catholic high school dance Ruth Ann met the love of her life, Jack Gibbs. They were married on March 27,...

Jan 12, 2022

Phyllis Ann Greathouse-Gore was born on September 27, 1949 in Fort Payne, Alabama. She was the daughter of Willie Joe and Audrey Lee Greathouse. She married to the love of her life Lester Gore on June 17, 2006. Their marriage produced a blended family of 6 children: Tomika, Antonio, Sonnetta, Leland, Meaka, and Melissa. Phyllis moved to Columbus, Ohio...

Jan 12, 2022

Jacqueline Pannell was born November 19, 1955 in Columbus OH.  She departed this life on January 12, 2022.  She is survived by Mother Loretha Sanders; Sisters Kathryn Jones and Louis Pannell; Sons Micheal Pannell and Regional Pannell; Daughter Ketrice Pannell; Nephew Shannon Pannell; Nieces Kimberly Morales, Keshia and  Tina Hill; Great Nephews Keontae Johnson,  Kortez and Kyree Morales; Great...