Obituaries

Jun 30, 2020

Frank Dunlap, Jr. of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Jun 30, 2020. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jun 30, 2020

Esther Martin, “Hollywood” as she was affectionately called, was born February, 4, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio to Reverend Willie and Elizabeth Watters. She attended Columbus Public Schools where she graduated from East High School. Esther retired from Isabelle Ridgeway Care Center after many years of service. Esther was a member of Empowerment Deliverance Ministries. She loved attending church and...

Jun 30, 2020

Michael Van Williams 70, of Columbus, OH entered into rest on June 30, 2020.  He was born on December 16, 1949 in Detroit, MI to the late Claude McNarry and Juanita Lee Kimbrel.

He was survived by his wife Donna Williams.  He was preceded in death by his sisters Getrude Peyton, Etta Marie Williams,  son Rodriccos Williams.  ...

Jun 29, 2020

SPURGEON WALL, JR., the eighth of nine children, was born to the late Spurgeon Wall, Sr. and Winnie Lee Wall on March 22, 1928 in Pee Dee, Anson County, North Carolina. He went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 29, 2020 at the University Hospital East in Columbus, Ohio. Spurgeon was affectionately known to family and...

Jun 29, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for TERRENCE RASHAAD BARKLEY. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 28, 2020

James Lee Johnson was born March 28, 1940 to Austin and Bertha Johnson one of four siblings in Shelby County Tennessee where the family later moved to Columbus Ohio at a young age where he attended Columbus City schools. After years of dedication, James Johnson retired as a Head Custodian worker in 2004. James Lee Johnson later married, from...

Jun 28, 2020

Richard L. Chambers Sr. was born on February 7. 1943 in Huntington, West Virginia to Washington Lewis Chambers and Helen Barnes. He was a graduate of Columbus East High School in 1961. He went on to serve in the Army/Vietnam with an Honorable Discharge in 1968. Richard was employed with the Kroger Company from 1961-1982, Call & Post Newspaper...

Jun 28, 2020

On Sunday, June 28, 2020 Florence Ruby Clemons of Columbus, OH went home to be with the Lord at the age of 88 years. Florence was born on September 4,1931 in Detroit, MI to Bruce and Ruby Woods. She was the first in her immediate family to accept Jesus Christ as her savior on December 4, 1974 and ushered...

Jun 28, 2020

Samuel McKinley Little affectionately known as “Sam”, was born on October 1, 1961 in Williamson, WV. In his early years, he relocated to Pikeville, KY. As a youth, Sam played softball and football at the park. Sam attended North High and Linden-McKinsley. He loved Nascar and going to races... Sam knew his cars! After 28 years of employment, Sam...

Jun 27, 2020

Mr. Jason Wayne Oliver, "Bubba" as he was affectionately called by his family, was born August 26, 1982 in Columbus, OH to Robin Oliver and Rosemary Siravo. He was a graduate of East High School. He attended both Columbus State and DeVry University. Jason was a hard worker. He worked as a janitor at several venues.In his free time,...

Jun 26, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Trannetta Brown, who passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Ms. 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....

Jun 26, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Sylvester Angel, who passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Angel is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Angel Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jun 26, 2020

Eric G. Freeman, 68, Was called to his Heavenly home on Friday, June 26, 2020. He is preceded in death by his Son, Eric G. Walker, Father, Gene Freeman and Sister, Sandra L. Jones. He leaves to cherish his Loving Memory Daughters’, Erica (Terrance) Pearson and Rikeshia (Lorenzo) Keaton. Mother, Juanita Freeman, Four brothers Keith of Texas; Victor, Mark...

Jun 25, 2020

John Pannell was born April 4, 1938 in Gilliam, Wv to James and Sally Ann Pannell. He attended St. John Baptist Church until his health no longer permitted, then he would watch service on TV and read his bible. Throughout his life, he was always a loving father and devoted husband. John was preceded in death by his parents,...

Jun 24, 2020

On Wednesday, June 24, 2020, we lost the Patriarch of our family to Covid-19 at Mt. Carmel East hospital. Daniel Ballenger Sr. was born on April 2, 1931, in Spartanburg, South Carolina to the late Coleman Bernard and Alice (Mitchell) Ballenger. Daniel was married for 50 years before the death of his lovely wife, Marie (Thomas) Ballenger in 1998....

Jun 23, 2020

Barbara Thompson, age 85, born July 17, 1934 in Columbus, OH, went to be home with the Lord on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. She was a graduate of East High School and retired from The Ohio State University. Barbara was a member of Temple of Compassion Church where she shared her love for Jesus Christ. In Him, she found...

Jun 23, 2020

Richard E. Turner, age 69, known to many as "Eagle," passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at The OSU James Cancer Center. He was born August 19, 1950 to Joe and Luella Turner in Roseville, West Virginia. He worked for many years at the John Glenn Columbus International Airport where he was employed by Gate Gourmet as a...

Jun 22, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Joseph Turner, who passed away Monday, June 22, 2020 in Westerville, OH. Mr. Turner is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Turner Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Jun 21, 2020

On July 2, 1941 in Simon Mississippi, Rev. L.R. and Willie Nell Skipper were blessed with a son, LeRoy. He was the oldest of eight children and was lovingly known as “Junior” by his brothers, sisters, family and “Skip” by his friends and associates. At an early age, he was baptized by his father Rev. L.R. Skipper at St....

Jun 18, 2020

Marcella Porter was born as Marcella Howard in Springfield, Ohio, to her parents William Howard and Laura Moragne on December 4, 1934. She was educated in Dayton City Schools. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force and served for a duration of three years (1953-1956). Marcella’s outstanding work in her career was also honorably recognized by...