Obituaries

Oct 11, 2020

William T. Johnson was born on August 26, 1933 in Columbus, OH. He entered eternal rest on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Grant Medical Center. William was a true gentleman and lover of family. He enjoyed traveling, golf, bowling, fishing and the race track. William was a hard worker and he retired from DCSC. He is preceded in death...

Oct 9, 2020

Ollie Mae Kirkland, age 88, of Columbus, passed away Friday October 9, 2020 at Mount Carmel East Hospital after a short illness. Born in Birmingham, Alabama on October 14, 1931, Ms. Kirkland moved to Columbus in 1951, and worked in various occupations through the years: as a nurse’s aide at OSU Hospital; a clerk for the Ohio Bureau of...

Oct 9, 2020

Jeffrey (Jeff) Duwarren Russell, of Columbus, Ohio age 57 born November 2, 1962 was sent home to be with the Lord unexpectedly Friday October 9, 2020. Jeff was a very well known individual, to know him, was to love him. Making others laugh came so naturally for Jeff. He is preceded in death by his parents Ottis Russell and...

Oct 9, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Michael Cross, who passed away Friday, October 9, 2020. Mr. Cross is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Cross Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for...

Oct 8, 2020

Ray Harold Moss was born in Columbus Ohio, to the late Ray H. Moss Sr. and Emma M. Moss. He attended Columbus Public Schools, graduating from East High School, Class of 1964. While at East High School, Ray was a member of the Wrestling Team and Chess Club. Upon graduating, Ray received a full scholarship to Morehouse College in...

Oct 8, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Mattie Jenkins, who passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 in Columbus. Mrs. Jenkins is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Jenkins Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank...

Oct 6, 2020

The Entry:

Samuel Luther Jackson, beloved son of the late Josephine Adams-Jackson and Luther Jackson was born in Kentucky on July 25th, 1959.

The Departure:

On Tuesday, October 6th, 2020, Samuel Luther Jackson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend departed this world at his home at the age of 61....

Oct 5, 2020

Mary Louise Munnerlyn was born on September 9, 1931 in Erie County in the state of New York to Lillian May (nee Manns) and Albert J Thibault. After high school, Mary Lou graduated from Rosary Hill College (Amherst, New York) and joined the Stella Niagara Seminary (Stella Niagara, New York), entering a life of service and sisterhood as a...

Oct 2, 2020

Major (Retired) John Blair Castleman II passed away on October 2, 2020, at the age of 56. He was predeceased by his parents, John B., and Marie Castleman; one sister, Faun Castleman. John leaves to cherish his memory, his son, John B. Castleman III, special niece Ramona Wheeler, special cousin Darrell “Doobie” Warden; nephews, a host of cousins, family...

Oct 1, 2020

April was born in Detroit, MI April 14th 1963 to Shirley Williams and Peggy Williams (Graves). She was the 8th of 9 children. When arrived to Ohio, she attended Champion Middle School (1978) and Graduated from East High School (1981). She was employed at Columbus State Community College Police Department, and retired from Franklin University where she also received...

Oct 1, 2020

Vivian Johnson age 49, was born on September 22, 1971. although she was a fighter, on Thursday, October 1, 2020, she lost her short battle with lung cancer. She was a hard worker who put in many years of blood, sweat, and tears to provide for her children. She loved to dance, cook, and spend time with her grandchildren....

Sep 30, 2020

Charlene J. Nesbitt-Garnes was born on December 24, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee, where she was reared during the early years of her life. She later moved with her parents to Columbus, Ohio and was educated in the Columbus Public School system, graduating from East High School. She was a healthcare provider and care giver for many years to her...

Sep 30, 2020

Josette Mozelle Dickey was born December 29, 1959 in Rochester, NY. As a youth, she loved to travel with her mom, swim, ride her bike and roller skate. Josette graduated from Grove City High School in 1979. Josette was a member of Union Baptist Church. She enjoyed going to the movies and working her job as a custodian at...

Sep 30, 2020

Shirley M. Potter: a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with the lord on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Manchester, KY and moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1952 with her adoring husband, Garnett Potter. Mrs. Potter attended Lincoln Institute of Kentucky and spent many years in the...

Sep 29, 2020

Kim was born October 25, 1955 in Columbus.  He departed this life on September 29, 2020.  Kim was on the Ohio National Guard.  He was a graduate of Culinary Art School; Custodian for St. Anthony's Hospital. Worked for Metropolitan Housing Authority.  Well known for his skills in detailing cars. Kim was also a deacon at his church under his...

Sep 29, 2020

Robert Anthony Marshall who was called “Rob” by most people, was born October 24, 1969 to parents, Robert and Sharell Marshall. He was a 1988 graduate of East High School. Robert furthered his education in the Nursing field by attending a college in Columbus, Ohio. Robert was also blessed with the opportunity of attending Pastoral College where he was...

Sep 26, 2020

Cheryl Denise Davis Ross, affectionately known as "Nisey", was born August 3, 1959 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the sixth of ten children. Cheryl graduated from Lincoln West High School in Cleveland. After graduating, she studied to become a State Tested Nursing Assistant, and she was a Nurse Tech for more than twenty years. Cheryl moved to Columbus, Ohio...

Sep 26, 2020

Michael Anthony Morefield was born on October 17, 1966 to Shirley Morefield and Virgil Johnson. Michael departed this life on Saturday, September 26, 2020. He is preceded in death by grandmother; Margaret Morefield; stepfather; Johnnie Butler, Sr., and infant sister; Keyonna Morefield. He leaves to cherish mother; Shirley Morefield-Butler, brother; Alonzo Morefield, step-brother; Johnnie Butler II, Sisters; Seniqua Morefield...

Sep 25, 2020

Mable Adams of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Sep 25, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Sep 25, 2020

Shirlene Woodfork was born September 30, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio.  She departed this life just before her 64th birthday.

Shirlene attended Columbus Public Schools.  Coming up, she was affectionately known as “Sheenie.”  She was a caring, loyal, and down to earth mother, sister, daughter, and friend.  Her laugh was infectious.  Shirlene’s strength was undeniable and allowed her...