Obituaries

Aaron Gerald-Thomas Williams

Aaron Gerald-Thomas Williams

Aug 27, 2021

Our beloved Aaron Gerald-Thomas Williams, age 30, went home to be with the Lord suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, August 27, 2021. He attended Christ The King School (K-8) and Eastmoor Academy (9-12). He received his G.E.D. from Eastland Career Center. He graduated from the Ohio State School of Barber and Styling in 2010 and passed the State Board...

Hattie Price Mitchell

Hattie Price Mitchell

Aug 27, 2021

Hattie Louise Price Mitchell, 103, formerly of Richmond, VA, and a resident of Hilliard, OH passed away on August 27, 2021, at Mill Run Gardens and Care Center. She was born in the Varina area of Henrico, VA, on May 23, 1918. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin C. Mitchell; her parents, Philip & Ida Price;...

Homer Williams

Homer Williams

Aug 27, 2021

Please take a moment to consider the life of Homer Williams. Born in Jackson, MS on June 2, 1935, Homer was raised from an early age by his sister Henrene Williams. Through hard work and diligence, he won admission to Jackson State University, where he studied Math Education. Following college, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving on active...

Burnett Oscar Collins

Burnett Oscar Collins

Aug 26, 2021

Burnett Collins passed away on August 26, 2021, at his home. He was born April 23, 1930, in Wilmington, North Carolina, to Oscar and Magnolia Collins. During his growing-up years he lived in Acme, North Carolina, remaining there until graduating from high school. To achieve his BS degree in Agriculture Education he attended North Carolina A&T University in Greensboro,...

Alethia Green

Alethia Green

Aug 25, 2021

Coralethia "Alethia" H. Green, was living in Waverly, Iowa, at the time that she peacefully passed away on August 25, 2021. Alethia was born on December 19, 1919, to Bradford Holiday and Emma (Vaughn) Holiday in Sumter, South Carolina. Both her parents passed away when Alethia was very young. She was foster parented by Dr. Cyril and Carol Walwyn...

Sheila M. Scott

Sheila M. Scott

Aug 25, 2021

On August 25, 2021 Sheila Edwards Scott of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at the age of 67; surrounded by family in her home. Sheila was born September 28, 1953 to the union of Andy and Bessie Edwards in Columbus, Ohio. Sheila attended Milo Elementary and Monroe Middle School before finishing her grade school education in Centerburg, Ohio. Sheila...

Romie Watkins, Jr.

Romie Watkins, Jr.

Aug 24, 2021

Romie Watkins Jr, 89 Sunrise February 8, 1932, and Sunset August 24, 2021. Born in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Romie moved to Ashville, North Carolina at a very young age and continued his journey to his final resting place in Columbus, Ohio. Romie attended Felton Elementary School, Champion Middle School, and East High School. Known for his smooth skills on...

Arenious Curenton

Arenious Curenton

Aug 22, 2021

Arenious “Pop” Curenton passed away Sunday August 22, 2021. He was born August 22, 1929 to the late Arenious Curenton Sr. and Minnie Jeter- Curenton in Carlisle South Carolina. There he met and married Ella Mae Jeter. He moved his family to Columbus Ohio in 1951. He worked at Timken Roller Bearing for 37 years. He became a member...

Evernola Shivers

Evernola Shivers

Aug 22, 2021

Evernola "Evie" Spikener Shivers, 85, of Powell, OH passed into God's presence on August 22, 2021. Evie was born November 11, 1935 in Batesville, MS to Ernestine Spikener (née Jennings) and Leroy Spikener. Evie lived in Batesville until the age of seven when her father left the area and moved to Los Angeles, CA for work in the Long...

Ashley J. Packer, Jr

Ashley J. Packer, Jr

Aug 19, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Ashley Packer, who passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Packer is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Packer Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Woodrow  "Woody"  X. Davis

Woodrow "Woody" X. Davis

Aug 18, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Woodrow Davis, who passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2021 in Columbus, OH. 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....

Elizabeth Nanette Booker

Elizabeth Nanette Booker

Aug 17, 2021

Elizabeth Nanette Booker, 76, Sunrise May 28, 1945, and Sunset August 17, 2021. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, Nanette graduated from Columbus East High School in 1963. She was a dedicated employee of the City of Columbus, retiring after 30 years. Preceded in death by her parents, Eugene Stanley Harper and Thomasina (Faison) Harper, and special angels Pauline Sibley and...

Darryl Ann Smith

Darryl Ann Smith

Aug 17, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Darryl Smith, who passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Ms. Smith is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Smith Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for...

Dr. R. Earl Bartley

Dr. R. Earl Bartley

Aug 16, 2021

ROBERT EARL BARTLEY III, M.D. R. EARL BARTLEY III, M.D. was born Friday, September 29, 1961, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to Robert Earl II and Olis Bartley. “Earl,” as he was called by family and friends, was a graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (1979-1983). In 1987, Earl earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the Perelman School of Medicine...

Ricardo "Ricky" Wright

Ricardo "Ricky" Wright

Aug 15, 2021

Ricardo (Ricky) Wright, 73, passed away on Sunday, August 15th, at his home. Ricardo was born October 25, 1947, in Glen Rogers, WV to Laura and Richard Wright. Ricardo graduated from Stratton High School in Beckley, WV and later attended West Virginia State College, where he received his degree in Business Administration. While attending West Virginia State, Ricardo was...

Hettie Mae Sheppheard

Hettie Mae Sheppheard

Aug 14, 2021

Hettie Mae Sheppheard age 71, saw her first sunrise on April 11, 1950 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Born to Geraldine and Guthrie Stevens, she was the 5th child of 8 children. Although Hettie had no biological children, she was a mother to all the many children whose lives she touched, and they all loved “Nane”. Her...

Sonya Lynn Caldwell

Sonya Lynn Caldwell

Aug 14, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Sonya Caldwell, who passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Mrs Caldwell is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Caldwell Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Eric Wayne Ross, Jr.

Eric Wayne Ross, Jr.

Aug 13, 2021

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Eric Ross, who passed away Friday, August 13, 2021 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Ross is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Ross Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Gilda Ann Pitts

Gilda Ann Pitts

Aug 13, 2021

Deaconess Gilda Ann Pitts was born to Charles and Autrice McDaniel on July 9th, 1947 in Gilliam, West Virginia. She was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 13, 2021. In 1962, the McDaniel family moved to Columbus, Ohio, where Gilda soon became a member of New Salem Missionary Baptist Church. As an excelling scholar, Gilda...

Marlena Rose Stowe

Marlena Rose Stowe

Aug 12, 2021

Marlena Stowe was born to the late Wesley Greenfield and Lucille Greenfield. She was preceded in death by her siblings. Winona Winfield, Wesley Greenfield Sr., Charles Greenfield and Eugene Greenfield. She leaves her daughter and caregiver Rayjeanna Stowe, son Raymond Stowe Jr. and grandson Xavier Stowe. As well as host of nieces and nephews. She also leaves her beloved...