Obituaries

Dec 17, 2021

Juanita A. Futch, affectionately known as (Nete), daughter of the late William and Alice Johnson was born on September 8, 1933. Juanita's life journey ended on December 17, 2021 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, when she was called home to be with the Lord. Juanita attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from Central High School. Later...

Dec 16, 2021

Nicholas D Prater, age 48, was born on October 8th 1973 in Columbus Ohio and departed this life on December 16th 2021.

Nicholas is preceded in death by his parents Emma & Earl Prater, his brother Christopher Prater, His Sister Marsha Prater, and his nephews Ligmund Prater & Maurice Hall.

Nicholas leave to cherish his...

Dec 15, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Morris Davis, who passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in Columbus. Mr. Davis is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Davis Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank...

Dec 15, 2021

Apostle Ray N Powell Jr went home to be with the Lord on December 15, 2021. He was born on July 5, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio to Ray N Powell Sr and Betty Powell. A graduate of Theological school, Ray started Agape Full Gospel Baptist Church where he pastored and provided for the sorrounding community. Ray loved to travel...

Dec 15, 2021

Glenn Anthony Robinson was born in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, October 5, 1946. He was the son of Lillian C. Ross and Donald Robinson. Glenn served in the United States Army, completing a tour of duty during the Vietnam War. This veteran served his country well and was honorably discharged. After returning home, Glen was employed with the Board...

Dec 15, 2021

Dolores Costella Smith-White, loving mother and caring grandmother passed away December 15, 2021 at age 88 in her home surrounded with family. She was adored by family and loved my many friends. Dolores served as the president of her family business E.E. Ward Moving and Storage and was recognized as the next leader of the oldest black owned business...

Dec 15, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Anthony Michael, who passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 in Columbus. Mr. Michael is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Michael Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank...

Dec 14, 2021

On Tuesday, December 14, 2021, Lillie Grey Moorehead Collins, received her wings to heaven. She was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. Lillie was born to James and Sallie Moorehead on May 24, 1931, in the small town of Gary, West Virginia. At a young age, the Moorehead family moved to Eden, North Carolina. The youngest of her...

Dec 12, 2021

Antohn Marriel Saunders Jr. was born October,15 2002 in Columbus Ohio to Misty Dotson and Antohn M Saunders Sr. Antohn answered his heavenly call on December,12 2001. Antohn graduated in 2021 from Groveport Madison High School. He was an exceptional Employee of Buckeye Movers. Antohn was well known to be very outgoing and loved. He was also cherished by...

Dec 12, 2021

John Mark Allen, Sr. age 68, born August 26, 1953 in Montgomery, WV.  Deacon of Holy Ground Ministries.  He was a member of the Columbus Police Department MTS and Laborers International Union of North America.  Preceded in death by parents John and Samantha Allen; son, Manzell; brother James Allen; sister, Virginia Allen.  Survived by sons, John, Marcus, Michael, Brynel,...

Dec 11, 2021

Catherine Ella Simpson was born in Wytheville, Virginia on April 4th, 1929. She departed this life on Saturday, December 11th, 2021. She was 92 years of age. Catherine attended the Wytheville City Schools. Prior to moving to Columbus she also lived in New York and Cleveland. She moved to Columbus in 1955. She married Bert Simpson, September 17, 1955....

Dec 10, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Cynthia Clark, who passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Clark is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Clark Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Dec 7, 2021

WILLIAM H. CURRY, JR, age 89 passed away December 7, 2021 at the New Albany Care Center of Columbus, Ohio.  Born in Huntington, WV November 14, 1932.  He served in the U.S. Army with an honorable discharge and also served in the Korean War.   He was preceded in death by his loving wife Bertha Curry; mother, father, sister, 2...

Dec 4, 2021

Pauletta Lorraine Cochran, 70, of Zanesville, OH, went to be with the Lord early morning on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Doctors Hospital, following a lengthy illness. The 7th of 9 children, Pauletta was born August 19, 1951 to the late Pernell and Magdalene Cochran. In addition to her parents, Pauletta is also preceded in death by her sister...

Dec 4, 2021

John (Johnny) Edward Bell lll was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 6,1958. He peacefully passed away on December 4, 2021 at the age of 63. He was a graduate of West High School and was employed at Sears Warehouse and PetSmart where he worked for many years. He was a big fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes and...

Dec 2, 2021

Mary Alice Branche( Napper ) was born July 6, 1931 in Columbus, Oh to parents Clarence Napper and Ellen Lewis. Mary attended North High School. She then attended WV State. She worked at DCSC in Columbus while attending Ohio Dominican to finish her Teaching Degree. Mary married Henry L. Branche and they had three sons. Mary's first teaching job...

Dec 2, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Linda Hunter, who passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Hunter is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Hunter Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Dec 2, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Jeanetta Rouchion, who passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Rouchion is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Rouchion Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Dec 1, 2021

ROSA ELLA HARRIS PRICE, age eighty-eight, was called home to live with Jesus on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. She was born in Alliance, Ohio, on Sunday, December 18, 1932, to Elder Emanuel Harris and Rosa Gainous Harris. Rosa was the sixth of eleven children. As a child, little Rosa and her father read the morning paper together. This is...

Nov 29, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Pearline Taylor, who passed away Monday, November 29, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Ms. Taylor is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Taylor Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....