Obituaries

Dec 21, 2019

Terron A. Carter, Sr. was born December 15,1967, in Montgomery, Alabama, as the only child to Mary E. Carter. As a young child, Terron was involved in many sports such as baseball, basketball and football, with football as his number one sport. He went to Fort Hayes High School for surgical technology, and graduated from Eastmoor High School. After...

Dec 21, 2019

A Columbus, Ohio native born on August 27,1952 and departed this life on December 21, 2019. Retired after 25yrs of service with Columbus City Schools.

Your contributions have been many and it is now - "On to Yonder". You've left us many treasured memories. Your kindness, wisdom, wit and so much more will be heartfelt missed.

Dec 21, 2019

Anthony Leon Edwards aka Stretch 2/12/1967-12/21/2019 Anthony was called home in the early morning at OSU hospital on Saturday morning Dec.21st after a long time of suffering from Congestive Heart Failure preceded paternal grandparent’s Dorothy & John Merriweather , Harold & Evangelist Annie Edwards. Survived by parents Anita & Harold Edwards , Brother Steven (Amara) , Sister Vonticia (Ricky)...

Dec 20, 2019

Sheila Denise Smithers was born July 31,1969 in Columbus, Ohio. She departed unexpectedly Friday, December 20, 2019. To cherish her memory, she leaves a loving husband, Vincent Edward Smithers Jr.; 7 kids, Moka Sanders (Howard), Robin Sanders (Chris), Jimmy Smithers (Taylor), Mark Smithers (Bobbie), Leonard Smithers (Andrea), Danesha Sanders and Nola Jamar; mother, Roberta Kennedy; sister, Karen Sanders (Michael);...

Dec 20, 2019

Dottie Clark was born and raised in Columbus, OH January 30, 1951. She attended East High School. She was employed for 30 years and retired from Central Ohio Psychiatric Hospital (COPH-Twin Valley) as a psychiatric caregiver. She volunteered and was loved by many at Rhema Christian Center, American Red Cross , The Gillies Recreation Center and others during her...

Dec 20, 2019

Iverson Childs of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Dec 20, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 20, 2019

Mariana E. (Casey) Holley was born on June 6, 1928, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jasper Jack Casey and Gracie Lee (Mills) Casey. Mariana and her twin brother, John Anderson Casey were the sixth in line of their siblings. Mariana accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at an early age while living in Knoxville, Tennessee, and attending First...

Dec 19, 2019

Vera Ann (née Kelley) Houpe was born the second eldest to Wessoloski and Eddie Lou Kelley on February 22, 1933, in Columbus, Ohio. She was a graduate of Central High School. Vera was a devoted wife to Robert Lee Houpe. She was a dedicated mother of three, Ivan T. Houpe, Robyn (Billy) Medley, and Marco (Tiffany) Houpe. Vera passed...

Dec 18, 2019

Nataskhia Olympia (Ellison) Earnest, age 37, passed away December 18, 2019. Home Going Celebration 10 a.m., Saturday, December 28, 2019 at New Life Tabernacle Ministries, 5585 Summit Road SW, Pataskala, where her family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until time of service. Interment Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long St. To...

Dec 18, 2019

Hettie M. Crockett was born February 16, 1933 to Daniel F. May and Alma Simmons May in Straight Creek, Kentucky. Hettie graduated from high school at the young age of 16. Whether she was cheering on the football team, singing with her church choir & sisters, or reciting a speech, Hettie was known to be an inspiration to everyone...

Dec 18, 2019

John Bester of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Dec 18, 2019. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 17, 2019

Louis Harrell was born on September 7, 1951 (68) in Orrville Dallas, Alabama from the union of Willie and Rosie Harrell. Louis transcended this life on December 17, 2019 at Mt. Carmel East in Columbus, Ohio.  Louis and his family moved north to Detroit, Michigan when he was young and made the motor city home, raising their family there....

Dec 16, 2019

Stanley Jerome Whitner Jr. “June”, was born on March 29, 1979 to Stanley J. Whitner Sr. & Martha R. Whitner- Johnson in Battle Creek, Michigan. At an early age Stan was ntroduced to the love of Jesus while attending Greater Ebenezer Cathedral of Praise. It was here where seeds of faith and a love of music was established. He...

Dec 16, 2019

Charles Anthony Madison 57 born February 13th 1962 in Columbus Ohio where his fight ended on December 16th 2019. Charles is proceeded in death by his mother JoAnn Madison and father Isaiah(Ike) Hollins. Children James Bishop and Tonchilde Madison, sister Sharon Taylor special uncle John Pie special nephews Chris Madison and Dwayne Madison. Charles leaves to cherish his memories...

Dec 12, 2019

THOMAS SYLVESTER WILBORN was born on Monday, August 27, 1951, in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. He was the son of Walter and Laura Wilborn. He was affectionately called “Tommy” by family and friends. During his life, Thomas pursued several careers which included working as a welder, a school bus driver, and a machinist. Tommy’s favorite things to do were...

Dec 12, 2019

Yvonne McDaniel of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Dec 12, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 12, 2019

Damon Lorenzo Griffin age 39, was born on December 29, 1979 in Columbus, Ohio. He was called home on Thursday, December 12, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. Damon also known as Daleo, Diddy , Lil Dame and DG..

Damon knew that his help came from the Lord. He would tell you that God is good all the time....

Dec 10, 2019

Laura Carles of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Dec 10, 2019. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Dec 10, 2019

Estelle May Brooks, age 89, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 10, 2019 in the comfort and loving surroundings of her home. Born October 9, 1930 and registered November 25, 1930 in Montego Bay, Jamaica, she received her Graduate of Nursing from Harrogate College, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England, serving as a nurse in both the UK...

Dec 10, 2019

Our family would like to share with you that Joyce received an invitation for an offer she can’t refuse. This assignment comes with an incredible new experience, including a reunion with family and friends she has not seen in a long time. Our beloved Joyce Clark entered into eternal rest on December 10th, 2019. She was born on June...