Obituaries

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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....

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...

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...

Aug 12, 2021

Aug 10, 2021

RUNELL MCDOUGALD was born Wednesday, November 19, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, to Mary Morgan and stepfather, Godfrey Morgan. Runell grew up in Columbus, Ohio, where she graduated from Linden McKinley High School in 1965. Upon graduating from high school, she was worked for several great employers, but found her niche at The Ohio State University Hospital. She started as...

Aug 6, 2021

Richard Lee Posey was born December 15, 1960 to Richard Gates and Shirley Ann White in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Richard attended Mitchell High School in Colorado Springs, CO where he received his basic education. Richard dedicated his life to the Lord at a very young age. Richard participated in many areas in and outside the house of...