Obituaries

Nov 4, 2020

Jackqueline Toone Brown Davis was an amazing soul that blessed everyone she encountered with her joy and light. She was a fierce woman who marched to the beat of her own drum. She is survived by her two sons and her daughter-niece: Thaddeus, Nicholas, and Rachel. They miss her immensely. The loving wife of Vaughn B. Davis, Jackie was...

Nov 3, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Shirley Johnson, who passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2020 in Canal Winchester, OH. Ms Johnson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Johnson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Nov 2, 2020

Jacquelyn (Jackie) Sudderth-Becker was born August 20, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio and departed this life on November 2, 2020. She was the only child of Jack and Charlene Sudderth. Jackie was baptized at an early age at Shiloh Baptist Church, Columbus, Ohio where she was an active member. She graduated from the Columbus school system and attended Central State...

Nov 1, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Constance Long, who passed away Sunday, November 1, 2020 in Atlanta. Ms Long is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Long Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank...

Oct 31, 2020

THORNETIA NANCY HOWARD was born Saturday, June 29, 1940, in Fayetteville, West Virginia. She was the daughter of James T. Anderson and Arethia Mary Anderson. She was affectionately called “Nita” or “Nini” by family and friends. Thornetia received her formal education from Columbus City Schools and was a graduate of Central High School. She was employed by Franklin County...

Oct 31, 2020

Barbara Jean Tyree was born on November 20, 1936 in Beckley, West Virginia. Barbara graduated from Stratton High School in 1956. Her employment background includes OSU Hospital and Huntington National Bank (HNB). Barbara was a faithful, active member of Union Grove Baptist Church and participated in Circle Priscilla. Barbara loved traveling, reading, her “Sunny” and her family. Barbara passed...

Oct 31, 2020

LEALER RUTLEDGE, the daughter of James and Pearl (McClendon) Bias, was born Friday, March 9, 1917, in Bremen, Georgia. She was the tenth of fourteen children, six brothers and seven sisters and was affectionately called “Lela” by family and friends. The Bias family later moved to Gadsden, Alabama. Lealer, who was a young girl, often reflected how they traveled...

Oct 31, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Bernice Straughter, who passed away Saturday, October 31, 2020. Straughter is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Straughter Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for visiting....

Oct 29, 2020

ANTHONY LEE FRENCH, SR. was born in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, November 8, 1941, to the union of Mary and Albert French, Sr. He was the fifth of seven children. Anthony was affectionately called “Tony” by family and friends. Tony received his formal education from Columbus City Schools and was a proud 1959 graduate of East High School. Also...

Oct 29, 2020

Williams, Theola J., age 85. went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at Otterbein Gahanna. Retired employee of Lucent Technologies. Born in Columbus, OH, on May 4, 1935. She is proceeded in death by her mother Ada Collier, husband Robert Williams, brother Eddie Collier Jr. Theola was a long time member of Trinity Baptist...

Oct 29, 2020

Elsie Lee Hill Anderson entered this world on April 11, 1938 and received her heavenly reward on Thursday, October 29, 2020. She was born the fifth child to the late George and Leanna Hill. A native of Charleston, WV Elsie was a distinguished graduate of the last graduating class of Garnet High School (1956). From their she matriculated to...

Oct 28, 2020

Melvin Thomas Smith, age 75 was born October 25, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio. He was the youngest child of the late James and Henrietta (Towns) Smith. He transitioned into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Mt. Carmel East Hospital with his wife by his side. He united with Love Zion Baptist Church at the...

Oct 28, 2020

Theodore (Ted) Hollingsworth, Jr., age 84, was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 3, l936 to the late Theodore Hollingsworth, Sr. and Ella Mae (Hollingsworth) Hilton. Ted departed this life on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Paramount Senior Living, Westerville, OH. He graduated from East High School and received a Bachelor’s Degree from George Washington University. Ted served in...

Oct 27, 2020

Hattie Williams of Pickerington, Ohio passed away on Oct 27, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Oct 26, 2020

Oct 26, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Betty Wright, who passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Wright is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Wright Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Oct 25, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Johnny Byrd, who passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Byrd is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Byrd Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Oct 25, 2020

Esther Jane Crockett, affectionately known as “Janey” by the family and her close friends, was born June 27, 1963 in Columbus Ohio, the fourth and youngest child of the late Albert Crockett and Betty Carter Crockett. She was a delightful child, always with a big smile, and with so much personality. She was a graduate of the Columbus Public...

Oct 25, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Angelique Wren, who passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 in Grove City, OH. Mrs. Wren is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Wren Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Oct 24, 2020

Kenneth Lee Palmore was born on September 14, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio. Kenneth completed the cycle of life on Saturday, October 24, 2020. He was one of eight children born to the late Robert and Geraldine Palmore. Kenneth graduated from East High School, where he ran track and played on the football team. Soon after high school, he joined...