Obituaries

Nov 20, 2020

A.C. Halsell, 84, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 20, 2020 at Mount Carmel/St. Ann’s Hospital. A.C. was born in York, Alabama on February 22, 1936 to Mamie Parker. As a young man he moved to Columbus, Ohio where he resided most of his adult life on the Hilltop on the westside. He married his beautiful...

Nov 20, 2020

Morning Has Come

Morning has broken yet why should you cry?

God allowed me a moment to say my final good- bye.

I know it’s not easy that I’m no longer there.

God prepared a place for me and now I am here.

I lived a wonderful life, although...

Nov 19, 2020

R. Elaine Carroll, age 76 passed away November 19, 2020 in Sandy Springs, GA. Born in Columbus, Ohio Elaine was a lifelong resident until recently. She graduated from East High School and was a Federal Employee for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Saunders, Sr. and Mary R. Young. Also longtime friend Kenneth...

Nov 18, 2020

Linda Wade was born on March 8, 1961 to Delores Allen and the late John Allen in Columbus, Ohio. Linda had a heart that was made of gold and was always willing to help anyone with no problem. Linda had so much life and she brought life into anyone that crossed her path and was always the life of...

Nov 17, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Jessie Williams, who passed away Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Ms. Williams is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Williams Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for...

Nov 16, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Betty Brown, who passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs Brown is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Brown Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Nov 16, 2020

Roosevelt Osborne Jr. “June” was born December 4, 1935 in Newport News, Virginia to Roosevelt Sr. and Penney Mae Osborne. He was the third out of nine children. He was a proud graduate of Booker T. High School of Norfolk, Virginia with the class of 1954. He served four years as a member of the United States Air Force...

Nov 14, 2020

Julia Chloe Bowling Fleming was born June 28, 1936, in Prestwick, Alabama, to the late Edmond & Essie Bowling. She attended Prestwick Public Schools. After graduation she attended Spaulding Business College in Mobile Alabama. While attending Spaulding Business College she met and later married Johnnie Fleming. To this union four children were born. She also raised a nephew as...

Nov 14, 2020

Antonio Carson of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Nov 14, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Nov 12, 2020

Johnny Lee Barnes graced the world with his presence on Friday, May 25, 1951 in Grenada, Mississippi. He gained his wings on Thursday, November 12, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Before taking his final flight, he lived life to its fullest. Johnny was very active and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, cruising around town, and grilling. And let’s...

Nov 11, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Henry Luckett, who passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Luckett is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Luckett Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Nov 10, 2020

In Loving Memory Elenora Ridley, age 95, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2020. She died peacefully at the home of her daughter Elaine Randle. She was a member of Maynard Avenue Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husband Ulysses Ridley, sons Curtis Ridley, Sr., Clifton Ridley, and daughter Lorraine Wells. Elenora was loved and...

Nov 10, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Farley Brooks, who passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020. Mr. Brooks is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Brooks Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for...

Nov 9, 2020

Barbara Hereford of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Nov 9, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Nov 9, 2020

Mr. Charles Johnson passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020. He was born on August 9, 1945 in Valdosta, Georgia and was reared in Columbus, Ohio since the age of six months. He was a faithful member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church for over 46 years and a Sunday School teacher. He is survived by his wife, Patricia A....

Nov 8, 2020

Ruby Jane Jones was born on Tuesday, January 10, 1950 in Beckley, West Virginia, and departed this life unexpectedly, on Sunday, November 8, 2020. She was 70 years of age. Ruby was a graduate of West Virginia State College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music and The Ohio State University, where she earned a Master’s Degree,...

Nov 7, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Richard Owens, Sr., who passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020 in Columbus. Mr. Owens, Sr. is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Owens, Sr. Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Nov 6, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of John Fairley Jr., who passed away Friday, November 6, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr Fairley Jr. is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Fairley Jr. Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

Nov 5, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Kay Lackey, who passed away Thursday, November 5, 2020 in Gahanna, OH. Ms. Lackey is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Lackey Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Nov 4, 2020

WILLIAM EDWARD HARMON was born Friday, June 4, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the son of Ada and Josephus Harmon. He was affectionately called “Bill” by family and friends. William received his formal education from Columbus City School. He was a graduate of Central High School. In his youth, he ran track and was known as “Tail Wind...