Obituaries

Oct 21, 2020

Naomi Dulaney was born on February 9, 1935 in Camden, Alabama to Felix and Kate Gullett. There, she met and married the love of her life, Albert Dulaney. In 1952, they moved to Columbus, Ohio and settled into the “Fly Town” neighborhood where they successfully raised their six children and were married for 60 years. Naomi and her husband...

Oct 19, 2020

Norman Rudolph Heilig, Sr., age 92, was born to Sidney Elijah Heilig and Gracie Parker Heilig of Kimball, WV on February 5, 1928 and departed his earthly home on Monday, October 19, 2020. Norman spent his formative years in Kimball completing high school at Kimball High School. He completed his undergraduate studies at North Carolina A & T State...

Oct 19, 2020

Lorenzo Jones, born December 6, 1956 to the union of Havert and Lucille Jones, passed on from this life on Monday, October 19, 2020. He retired from Ross Labs after many years of service. Lorenzo, affectionately known as “Renny” to his family and friends, was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. His passion was playing his...

Oct 16, 2020

Ida Virginia Smith was born September 7, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Richard and Louise Smith. She transitioned from this life on October 16, 2020. Ida was a member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church for over 50 years, where she sang in the Young Adults Choir, a member of the Willing Workers Club, and Senior Ministry. Ida...

Oct 16, 2020

Nelson F. Crawley was born to the late Fletcher and Lillian Crawley in Newport News, Virginia on October 3, 1934. He received his early education in the public school system of Newport News, Virginia. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He received several awards while serving in the military during the Korean War prior to being honorably...

Oct 15, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Leon Carr, Jr. who passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Carr is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Carr Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later...

Oct 14, 2020

People who didn’t know Samuel Lamar Rhone often thought he was famous. “Is he a movie star? A basketball player? A singer?” they would ask. But behind the magnetic personality and broad smile was a modest man who helped guide his loved ones with purposeful direction. "Sam" Rhone, 87, died on October 14, 2020, at Mount Carmel East Hospital...

Oct 13, 2020

Norieka Froe (Nelson), affectionately known as Rick, age 94, was born May 19, 1926 in Radford Virginia. She was called home on October 13, 2020 at her residence. At a young age her family moved to Bluefield West Virginia. Norieka graduated from Park Central High School. In 1952, she graduated from Bluefield State College, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in...

Oct 13, 2020

William Lee Thomas, Sr. was born January 13, 1925. He was a man who loved his family. Growing up he enjoyed going to church, music and dancing. At the age of 22 he found his queen, Dorothy Ernestine Johnson whom he loved and cherished and they were married on March 28, 1947. He joined the Army reserves but did...

Oct 12, 2020

Our Beloved Leslie Bridges graced the gates of Heaven Monday, October 12, 2020. Bridges is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly.

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...