Obituaries

Dec 28, 2024

Shelley Smith was born July 12th, 1943 to Shelley Smith and Lucille Diggs in Columbus, Ohio.

He attended West High School of Columbus and later joined the US Army where he honorably served his county.

Shelley enjoyed jazz and spending time with his family and friends. Most of all he loved...

Dec 24, 2024

On Christmas Eve 2024, our Beloved Frances Louise (Graves) Haynes went to be with the Lord, with her family by her side.

She was born July 30,1952, in Columbus, Ohio to Mozella Thompson. She was raised by her mother and Step-Father Robert Thompson.

Frances was a proud graduate of Columbus West...

Dec 24, 2024

On Tuesday evening, December 24, 2024, Olivia B. Reed accepted her wings and departed from this earthly life in exchange for her eternal life. Olivia was born and raised in Belzoni, Mississippi. Her parents were Mr. Jim and Mrs. Katie Braxton, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband Ollie Reed, Brother William...

Dec 24, 2024

Tracey Lynn Smith-Cherry, 58, passed away on December 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of joy, creativity, and boundless love for her family.

Tracey was preceded in death by her parents, Emma and John Smith, her sisters Margaret Smith and Rosa Lee (Darryl) Howell, and her brother Arthur (Dorothy) Smith. She is survived by her...

Dec 23, 2024

In July 1923 Mother Dollene Scott was born in Rio Grande Ohio to Marion and Sarah Payne, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Scott, brother John Earl Payne, sister Bette Payne, and brother Charles Payne. Surviving is daughter Judith Malcom, son John Scott (Janet) and sister-in-law Joyce Payne and a...

Dec 22, 2024

Emma Mae Wallace, age 71, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away at home on December 22, 2024. She was a dedicated soldier, mother, sister, and friend. Emma was born on October 8, 1953, in Warrenton, Georgia, to Pete and Cleo Wallace. She was a loving and supportive presence in the lives of all who knew her.

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Dec 19, 2024

Pastor, Cyril E. Nicol, of Columbus, Ohio, transitioned peacefully on December 19, 2024. Full Obituary is forthcoming.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Unity Temple Ministries Church of God in Christ 161 North Hamilton Road, Whitehall, OH 43213 with a Funeral Service immediately following.

Dec 19, 2024

Mary O. Moore, 81, of Columbus, Ohio, gained her wings on December 19, 2024.

She is survived by her loving children Punkin, Sissy, Princess and her baby, Mister. Preceding her in death is her former husband, Ronald C. Moore, Sr. Mary was affectionately known to all as Odessa, Aunt Beano, Granny, and Ma.

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Dec 18, 2024

Stella Anderson, 89, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on December 18, 2024. Stella was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on June 4, 1935.

Stella was preceded in death by the late Kemp Williams and Bertha Foster, her loving husband, Charles Anderson, Sr. and son Charles Anderson, Jr. Stella leaves to cherish her memory, her only daughter,...

Dec 17, 2024

Ronald Hardnet, 71, of Columbus, Ohio, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 17, 2024. His contagious laughter, love for music, and words of encouragement will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Born on April 25, 1953, to Luewill Walker and Booker T. Hardnet in Columbus, Ohio, Ronald cherished his time with...

Dec 16, 2024

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Frances Pegram, who passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ms. Pegram is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of the Pegram Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Dec 15, 2024

Kae'lan Tyreese Amerson, age 21, passed from this life on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at approximately 2:03am in Columbus, Ohio.

He was born on Sunday, February 2, 2003 in Columbus, Ohio to Kelli Cooper and Kevin Amerson (Octavia), both of Columbus, Ohio.

Kae'lan was a graduate of Lincoln Heights High School...

Dec 13, 2024

Janice Faye Brooks was born on February 14, 1949, to the late Simuel Rose and Annie C. Johnson.  Janice often reminded people that she was born on Valentine’s Day, saying “I am a born sweetheart” and she truly was indeed.  Janice turned her life over to the Lord at an early age and continued to profess her salvation and...

Dec 9, 2024

Barry Thomas Simmons was born in Columbus, Ohio on Friday, March 2, 1951, to the union of Thomas and Marion Simmons. He was the third of five sons.

Barry attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from West High School in 1968. After graduation, Barry began his work career as an employee of Columbus Window Cleaning...

Dec 8, 2024

Gael L. Martin, 76, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully at home on December 8, 2024. Full obituary is forthcoming.

To leave a message of condolence please visit her tribute page.

Dec 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Glenn Norris, who left this world on Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 65. A lifelong resident of Columbus, Ohio, David was born on April 27, 1959, in this vibrant city that he always called home.

David was a cherished father,...

Dec 5, 2024

Theron Christopher Early, 63, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024.

He was born in Ohio on June 27, 1961, to his parents Sara and Roger.

Theron, affectionately known as “Chris,” was a mild-mannered child. Soaking up all the knowledge that he could in his early years. He...

Dec 3, 2024

Rosa Lee was born in Lake Alfred, Florida to Evelyn Gordon and Evans Williams and moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1952.

She was married in holy matrimony to D.W. Miles, Sr. for 61 years.

She was a dedicated member of the Deaconess, and Gospel Choir ministries. Later in life she joined...

Dec 2, 2024

Taletha Davis Jones, a devoted mother, grandmother, community and civil servant departed this life peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, December 2, 2024. The second oldest of seven children, Taletha was born in Birmingham, Alabama on October 1,1946 to the late Guss E. Davis, Sr. and Lucinda Beville Davis. Taletha was named after her maternal aunt Taletha...

Nov 28, 2024

William Isaac Smith, 89, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at his home. He was born to Alfred Quentin Smith and Ruth Hawkins Smith on June 30,1935 in Columbus, Ohio. He grew up a proud resident of the southside and attended Marion Rd Grade School and South High School in Columbus.

William or “Sonny”...