Obituaries

Mar 1, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Donna Burgess, who passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs Burgess is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Burgess Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Feb 29, 2020

Clint Totten, age 50 passed away unexpectedly on Saturday February 29, 2020 at Grant Hospital.  He was born March 24, 1969 in Manhattan, New York,

Clinti is preceded in death by his mother Dora Lawson, father Harry Lee Totten Sr, step father Anthony Lawson Sr, grandmother Joanna Harvey, grandfather Clarence “Gus” Harvey, special friend Sam White.

Feb 27, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Fred Davis, who passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr Davis is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Davis Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Feb 27, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Chancenia Douthitt, who passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs. Douthitt is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Douthitt Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Feb 26, 2020

Ms. Jacqueline Griffin "Jakki", age 75, was born September 12, 1944 in Canton, OH to Robert Brown, Sr. and Catherine Miller. She was formerly employed by Ross Lab. On Wednesday, February 26, 2020, Jakki passed away. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, George Brown, Thomas Brown, and Rodney Gillen Water. She is survived by her...

Feb 24, 2020

Lottie Mae (Ealey) Lundy was born August 20,1936 in Siloam, Georgia to the late Grady Ransom Ealey and Rosa Mae Nesbit Shavers. Lottie was educated in Green County Schools. She left Siloam in 1956 for a better life in Youngstown, OH. In 1962, Lottie married Reverend Fred Lee Lundy. She worked at the Youngstown Social Security Office,Youngstown State University...

Feb 24, 2020

Benjamin Shuler, age 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 11:05 p.m. He was born July 18, 1939 in Orangeburg, South Carolina. He moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1966 after living many years in Philadelphia, PA.

In 1975 he married Elizabeth Ann Shuler. They had a wonderful bond and where the perfect couple. Ben...

Feb 22, 2020

Walter Cates, Sr. age 77, passed away Saturday, February 22. He was a member of Faith Ministries church. As a independent minority leader for over 45 years. He made a phenomenal positive impact on our community through his leadership in our community. He founded the Main Street Business Association. He had worked in a Leadership position for the NAACP....

Feb 20, 2020

Wendell Brown was born March 13, 1958 to James and Juanita Brown in Mulga, Alabama. Wendell's early childhood education began with a kindergarten class conducted by a neighborhood teacher named Mrs. Sweetie Hicks. He attended Mulga Junior High School until the 2nd grade. His family later moved to Columbus, Ohio where he attended Livingston Elementary School and continued his...

Feb 19, 2020

Sammie (Sam) Lee Taylor Born July 19, 1928 in Atmore Alabama. As a young adult he left Alabama, settling in Columbus, Ohio working for Liberty Motors Company. There he met and married Sara Anderson in 1959, and they had two children, Shawn and Steven. He was called to service in 1952, and he chose the U.S. Air Force. He...

Feb 18, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Doris Gibson, who passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mrs Gibson is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss her dearly. At the discretion of The Gibson Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Feb 18, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Marvin Stevens, who passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2020 in Columbus, OH. Mr. Stevens is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Stevens Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date....

Feb 18, 2020

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Feb 17, 2020

James “Jay” Allen Dawson, beloved father and friend, left this world much too soon on February 17, 2020 at the age of 45. He was preceded in death by his mothers, Tammie and Choclate; and his grandmother, Eleanor.. He is survived by his fiancée, Carissa; daughter, Jasmine, her son Carter and her mother Ricole; sons, Christian, Roman and their...

Feb 17, 2020

Gracie Belle Diggs, 76, glided into glory on Monday, February 17, 2020 at Kobacker House following a heroic battle with cancer. She was born on July 28, 1943 in Amonate, McDowell County, West Virginia to Lawrence E. “Butch” and Elizabeth C. “Libby” (Merman) Butcher. A loving daughter, she helped her parents care for her 11 younger siblings. She attended...

Feb 14, 2020

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Edward Abercrombie, who passed away Friday, February 14, 2020. Mr. Abercrombie is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of The Abercrombie Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a later date. Thank you for...

Feb 12, 2020

DEBORAH KAY HENDERSON was born October 25, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio to Herbert and Martha Ruth Henderson. Deborah was known to friends and family as Debbie. She attended Columbus public school and graduated from Mifflin High School. She accepted Christ at an early age. She stayed anchored in the Lord her entire life. Debbie enjoyed cross word puzzles, music,...

Feb 12, 2020

James was born on June 4th, 1956, He departed life on February 12th, 2020 at Mount Carmel East.  James is proceeded in death by his twin brother, John White, His parents James A. White & Zodella M. White, His half-brother Anthony C. Blunt.  James is survived by his Children, LaTonda, Tistan, Nicohlos & Nathan.  Also survived by his sister...

Feb 10, 2020

Frances Elaine Toler, 65, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. Frances departed this earth surrounded by family and loved ones. Born August 31, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to the late William and Queen Esther Toler, “Frannie,” to all who knew her, was a unique and loving individual who made a lasting impression...

Feb 10, 2020

Curtis Wright Dillard was born on April 17, 1976 to Tom and Hannah Dillard. He attended Douglas Elementary School, Champion Middle School, graduated from Columbus Alternative High School and played football for East High School. He graduated from Ohio Northern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. As an engineer, Curtis worked at General Motors, Daimler...