Obituaries

Jul 31, 2020

Robrica Marie Jones, affectionately known as “Scooby” , age 45, was born May 16, 1975 in Columbus, Ohio. On July 31, 2020, Robrica transitioned from this life. She was preceded in death by her great grandparents Henry and Mary Kelso, grandparents Clarence Jones, Sr. and Henrietta Kelso, uncle Emmet Elliot, and cousins Larise “Res” Jones, Santassia and Rico Hancock....

Jul 30, 2020

Cecelia J. (Williams) Ankumah-Saikoom was born to the late Grover and Mary Ruth Armstrong-Williams on May 19, 1954 in Boonville, NC.  She gained her wings on Thursday, July 30, 2020.

Cecilia was a woman of strength and dignity.  She spoke with wisdom and gave faithful instruction.  Cecilia watched over her family and friends alike, always ready to...

Jul 29, 2020

Anna Smith of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Jul 29, 2020. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jul 29, 2020

Russell Holliman age 90, peacefully slept into internal rest on July 29, 2020 at Pataskala Oaks Care Center in Pataskala, Ohio. Russell was one of six children. He was born July 24, 1930 to the late Prince Holliman and Carrie Mae Griffin. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, sisters; Beatrice Pack, Pearline Miles and Mary Francis Winters,...

Jul 29, 2020

CONSTANCE YVONNE DIGGS was born Wednesday, May 31, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio. She was the daughter of Everett Louis Fisher and Esther Margaret Sawyer Fisher. Connie, as she was affectionately called by family and friends, was a 1979 graduate of Mifflin High School. She furthered her education and earned a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Capital University....

Jul 29, 2020

On April 25, 1961, Anthony “Tony” Lee Gay was born to Edward L. Dumas Sr and Shirley M. Gay in Columbus, OH.   At the age of 59, he departed this life on July 29, 2020 at Mt Carmel East Hospital.

Tony received his education through the Columbus Public Schools.  At the age of 5, Tony wanted a...

Jul 28, 2020

Mr. James Fusner, age 65, was born December 15,1954 to Clyde and Patricia Fusner. James passed away on July 28, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his brothers, Michael (Vicki) Fusner, Joe Fusner, Christopher (Sara) Chenko, and robert Fusner; and sisters Kathleen (Michael) Hamilton, Sue (Jerry) Collier, and Mary Fancelli.

Jul 28, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Esther Fisher, who passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Fisher is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Fisher Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jul 23, 2020

Elder James W. Thomas a member of Refuge Baptist Church where he served in many organizations, where he did his Pt Sermon and became a minister. Rev. Thomas attended L.H. Christian Ministries of Jesus, under Pastor William Benson and was ordained Elder. He served faithfully as Elder at Rock of Faith Baptist Church. He also served as Chaplin for...

Jul 22, 2020

Pierre Rene Terrell, Jr. was born Friday, February 28, 1997 in Columbus, OH to Charmaine Booker and Pierre Terrell, Sr. He graduated from the Academy of Urban Scholars. “Rio” as he was affectionately known, was featured in Columbus Rappers on the rise. He enjoyed making music. He was a talented rapper who had a knack for making money. What...

Jul 22, 2020

Clensey Lee Broome, Jr., affectionately known as “Uncle Buggie”, was borin on July 8, 1939 in Warren, Ohio. He previously resided in Los Angeles, California and he has been a resident of Columbus, Ohio since 1988. Clensey was a high school graduate and a retired courier. He loved playing the organ, singing and entertaining people! He LOVED the applause!...

Jul 21, 2020

Bruce Lamar Alexander was born October 4, 1962 to the late Nettie Ann (Dennis) and Jerry Wardell Alexander in Columbus, Ohio.

He was educated in the Columbus City School system, graduating from Linden McKinley High School.  Bruce worked for The Ohio State University as a painter in the maintenance department.  As a member of Trinity Baptist, Bruce...

Jul 19, 2020

Robert Joel Powell was born on Friday April 10th, 1942 in Sylacauga, Alabama to Joel and Arqulia Powell. He was raised in Cleveland, Ohio and attended East Technical High School. As a child, Robert accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He was a member of New Covenant Believers Church for many years. Robert joined the Navy in...

Jul 18, 2020

VeEtta "Petie Shipp" was born to the late Arthur and Maridean Shipp on February 28, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio. VeEtta earned her wings and transitioned to her heavenly home on July 18, 2020. VeEtta earned her high school diploma from Maple Heights High School in Maple Hts. Ohio. After graduating from high school VeEtta enrolled at Ohio State University,...

Jul 18, 2020

Kay Frances Coleman Redman was born on September 25,. 1937 in Columbus, Ohio. Kay was a member of First Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Timothy J. Clarke. She attended Garfield Elementary School, Champion Junior High School, East High School, Poro School of Cosmetology and Columbus State (CTI). Kay was unable to complete her education at the...

Jul 18, 2020

Celeste Coralee Alexander, nee Young was born on August 20, 1948 to Lawrence and Lucille Young in Columbus, Ohio. Celeste passed on July 18, 2020 due to complications from a stroke years ago. Celeste loved children and was affectionately known as “Ms. Cee Cee”. She was an at home childcare provider for more than thirty years and “raised” many...

Jul 17, 2020

John Prentis Cockrell was born August 29, 1944 in Manhattan, New York to Walter Cockrell and Frieda Miller Cockrell. John departed this life July 17, 2020 and went home to be with the Lord and his departed wife Catherine. John was raised in South Bend, Indiana where he graduated from South Bend Central High School. He then attended Southern...

Jul 16, 2020

Mr. Chance Coleman was born July 9, 1980 in Columbus, OH to James Coleman and Imogene Burton. He graduated from Whitehall High School where he was a gifted athlete in football and track. Chance loved Buckeye football, video games, watching gangster movies, and sending time with family and friends. On Thursday, July 16, 2020, Chance passed away peacefully. He...

Jul 16, 2020

Born January 8, 1973 and passed July 16, 2020 at the age of 47. Velda was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She was employed with CDCF Head start for 18yrs. Velda had many accomplishments and held many degrees in in Child Development.

Velda was preceded in death by her father Cornelius Bozman, Dad Fred Travis, brother,...

Jul 15, 2020

Josephine Canty, age 83, was born September 21, 1936 in Eckman, West Virginia to Willie and Ethel Canty. She attended high school in Moorefield, West Virginia. Josephine was affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal faith where she sang in the church choir. She loved to socialize and was a giver, always helping others. On Wednesday, July 15, 2020, Josephine...