Obituaries

Jan 17, 2025

Eleanor “Ellie” Billingslea, age 88, transitioned home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of January 17, 2025.

After graduating from East High School, in Columbus, Ohio, she worked in Medical Administration Services as a Specialist for various healthcare professionals.

First Lady, to the late, Rev. Hurdie Billingslea Jr., she...

Jan 15, 2025

Bruce Delano Grant was born on September 27, 1950, at The Ohio State University, to Claude Edward Grant, Sr and Betty Jane Grant.  He went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at The Ohio State University Hospital East. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Betty Jane Grant; grandparents,...

Jan 14, 2025

Reginald Eugene Wainwright, left this life to be with the Lord on January 14. 2025. Reginald was born on September 2, 1955, in Hamilton, Bermuda. Reggie attended Prospect Primary and Ord Road elementary schools where he excelled in sports. He loved to play cricket and held the position of wicket keeper. As a child in Bermuda, Reggie loved to...

Jan 13, 2025

Janice Stewart, 86, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully on January 13, 2025.

Janice "Lindy" Brittman Stewart was born on August 15, 1938, in Holly Grove, AR, to the late Julius Brittman and the late Jessie Eunice Ewans Brittman. Janice graduated from St. Mary's of the South. She was employed by Ohio State University, the Girls...

Jan 13, 2025

Jennifer Lynn Williams, age 61, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 13, 2025, surrounded by love and grace.

Born on December 26, 1963, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Herbert H. Williams and Frances L. Williams, Jennifer grew up in Braddock, Pennsylvania. She was a proud graduate of General Braddock High School,...

Jan 11, 2025

Charles Daniel Ellis Sr. affectionately known as Tiger was born on September 13, 1974 in Columbus Ohio where he spent his entire life. He passed away on January 9, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Charles was a passionate individual who found joy in simple pleasures. He loved bowling, rooting...

Jan 9, 2025

Nancy Elizabeth Mays was born on October 1, 1944, in Orionton, Ohio, to Fannie Mae Robinson and Edward Robinson. She moved to Columbus, Ohio, in 1949 and graduated from East High School in 1962. Nancy retired from the Federal Government, a milestone she was very proud of. She had a passion for clocks, enjoyed sewing, and was skilled at baking...

Jan 8, 2025

Mary L Street, 81, of Columbus, OH, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

She was born in Silver City, Mississippi on May 8, 1943, to the late Jessie and Lula (Johnson) Street.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings: brothers, Napolean Street, Willie Street, Jessie Street...

Jan 3, 2025

Richard D. Crawford, Sr., a devoted husband, father, and accomplished professional, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 97. Born to the late Richard Crawford and Pensacola Byrd in November 1927, in Columbus, Ohio, Richard lived a life marked by dedication, perseverance, and a passion for learning.

A proud graduate of...

Jan 3, 2025

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Terry Lee Turner, Sr., who passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Terry 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...

Jan 1, 2025

Minister Alice Elizabeth Williams was born in Columbus, Ohio. She was the eighth child of 11 children and the eldest serving daughter of the late Rev. Joseph and Mrs. Ida Mae Slappy. Alice was raised in a loving Christian home filled with the joy and laughter of her siblings. On

Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at the age...

Dec 30, 2024

Mildred Louella Forte’, daughter of the late Frank and Ida Bell (Johnson) Hungerford, was born on August 15,1929 in Grindstone, Pennsylvania.

She departed this life on Monday, December 30,2024, at McNaughten Pointe Nursing Home in Columbus, Ohio. In addition to both parents, Mildred was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years Rev. Benjamin...

Dec 30, 2024

Veronica Neal went home to be with Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior on Monday, December

30, 2024. Veronica Neal, affectionately known to many as “Pat,” was born on November 17,

1949 to the late Willie James and Mamie Pearl Peeks in Macon, Georgia.

Veronica Neal graduated from West High School...

Dec 29, 2024

Dorothy Mae Cherry passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on December 29, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born to the late James and Willie Mae Hutcherson in Barnesville, Georgia on August 12, 1937.

At the age of 19, Dorothy moved from Georgia to Columbus, Ohio with her husband...

Dec 29, 2024

Gloria Dean Meriwether was born on June 23, 1932, and peacefully transitioned in her sleep on December 29, 2024.

Gloria was born in Youngstown, Ohio and spent her early years under the loving care of her grandmother. She moved to Columbus, Ohio in the 1950’s where she found employment at Lockbourne (now Rickenbacker) Airforce Base,...

Dec 28, 2024

Shelley Smith was born July 12th, 1943 to Shelley Smith and Lucille Diggs in Columbus, Ohio.

He attended West High School of Columbus and later joined the US Army where he honorably served his county.

Shelley enjoyed jazz and spending time with his family and friends. Most of all he loved...

Dec 24, 2024

On Christmas Eve 2024, our Beloved Frances Louise (Graves) Haynes went to be with the Lord, with her family by her side.

She was born July 30,1952, in Columbus, Ohio to Mozella Thompson. She was raised by her mother and Step-Father Robert Thompson.

Frances was a proud graduate of Columbus West...

Dec 24, 2024

On Tuesday evening, December 24, 2024, Olivia B. Reed accepted her wings and departed from this earthly life in exchange for her eternal life. Olivia was born and raised in Belzoni, Mississippi. Her parents were Mr. Jim and Mrs. Katie Braxton, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband Ollie Reed, Brother William...

Dec 24, 2024

Tracey Lynn Smith-Cherry, 58, passed away on December 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of joy, creativity, and boundless love for her family.

Tracey was preceded in death by her parents, Emma and John Smith, her sisters Margaret Smith and Rosa Lee (Darryl) Howell, and her brother Arthur (Dorothy) Smith. She is survived by her...

Dec 23, 2024

In July 1923 Mother Dollene Scott was born in Rio Grande Ohio to Marion and Sarah Payne, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Scott, brother John Earl Payne, sister Bette Payne, and brother Charles Payne. Surviving is daughter Judith Malcom, son John Scott (Janet) and sister-in-law Joyce Payne and a...