Obituaries

Feb 16, 2025

Sarah J. Harmon, 102, of Columbus, Ohio transitioned peacefully at home on February 16, 2025 surrounded by family. Full obituary is forthcoming. Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am with a Funeral Service immediately following at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 2188 Woodward Ave, Columbus, OH 43219. Burial will process to Forest Lawn Memorial...

Feb 11, 2025

Nona Catherine McKinney, 91, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away February 11, 2025 peacefully at home. Nona was born in Augusta, GA on July 31,1933 to the late Robert Norris and Bessie Norris. Nona is preceded in death by her husband James H. McKinney and sister Helen Norris. She leaves to cherish her memory, Son Richard McKinney(Sabrina) and Sister Eloise Norris....

Feb 10, 2025

Christine Yvonne Garland Hill was born in Georgia, March 26, 1935. Her parents, the Rev. Roy and Olena Garland moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1941. They joined Pilgrim Baptist Church and became faithful members. Olena was a part of the Kitchen Ministry. Christine was working with her mother when fire broke out in the kitchen. Christine was burned along with...

Feb 10, 2025

Barbara Augusta Roberts Johnson Wood, age ninety-two, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Barbara was born in Trinidad on Tuesday, March 15, 1932, to Simeon E. Roberts and Beryl Nurse. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Vernon and Glenford Roberts; daughter, Roslyn Wilson; great-grandson, Shevon Williams; god-brother, Marion Willis Jr.; and god-sister, Betty...

Feb 8, 2025

Sallie M. Tarver was born on July 5, 1934 in Sumter South Carolina. Sallie went home to glory on February 8, 2025 at the age of 90 years old. She resided in Columbus, Ohio for over 50 years. Sallie was a former long term member of Macedonia Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her mother, Harriet Mcleod and...

Feb 7, 2025

“ Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6

Madeline E. Graham was born May 14, 1927, in Trafford, Pennsylvania to Harry Smith and Polly G. (Lowe) Pruitt. She was called to her eternal home, Friday, February 7, 2025 at...

Feb 5, 2025

Evelyn Bernice Williams Clark was born September 28, 1926 to Mr. Edwin Williams and Mrs. Beatrice Williams while the family resided in Ogden, Utah. Evelyn had a sister, Dorothy, and later a younger brother named Edwin, Jr. Edwin Jr. passed away while still an infant. The family moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma when Evelyn was in elementary school, and she...

Feb 5, 2025

Lisa Williamson, a radiant spirit born on December 7, 1965, to the late Willie White and Shirley Turner, in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, captured the essence of life with her abundant love and fervent passions. Her journey through this world came to a serene close on February 5, 2025, in the same beloved city that had cradled her dreams...

Feb 5, 2025

Evelyn Bernice Williams Clark was born September 28, 1926 to Mr. Edwin Williams and Mrs. Beatrice Williams while the family resided in Ogden, Utah. Evelyn had a sister, Dorothy, and later a younger brother named Edwin, Jr. Edwin Jr. passed away while still an infant.

The family moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma when Evelyn was in elementary school, and she graduated...

Feb 3, 2025

Glenda S. Martin, aged 74, of Rome, Georgia, passed away peacefully on February3, 2025. Born on November 3, 1950, Glenda was a beloved daughter to Thorton and Elvira Green (Watkins), and a cherished sister to her siblings.

She was preceded in death by her brothers—Harvey Lee, Terry, Harold, Billy Joe, and Jimmy Green—and her sisters, Daralene Green and Diane (Green) Donaldson....

Feb 3, 2025

Bobbie Elizabeth Hunt, 94, was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio to William and Inez Winton. She was the second born of twelve siblings.

She received her education in Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Central High School. She married Kenneth Hunt at an early age; their marriage lasted 50 years.

Bobbie worked at T. Marzetti Salad Company and OSU Hospital, where she...

Feb 2, 2025

Mary Catherine Randolph, 87, of Columbus, Ohio, was called home to the arms of her Heavenly Father on February 2nd, 2025.

Born on October 26, 1937, in Fairmont, West Virginia, Mary was the daughter of the late Rev. Thomas L. Anderson Sr. and Willa L. Anderson. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Linzy E. Randolph; sons, Matt and...

Feb 1, 2025

Rodger Edward Green, Sr. was born January 2, 1956 in Bellaire, Ohio. He departed this life on February 1, 2025 at the Arthur G. James Cancer Center. His parents John K. Green, Jr., Candace V. Stargen, a sister Myra Kay and his brother John R. Green preceded him in death. 

He attended and was a 1974 graduate of George Washington High...

Jan 26, 2025

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Jamar C.F. Suber Horton , who passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 in Circleville, Ohio. Jamar is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Suber Horton Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at...

Jan 24, 2025

Dwayne Thomas, born on May 1, 1965, in Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025, at the age of 59 in Columbus, Ohio.

Dwayne was a devoted father to his six children: Adrienne, Dnita, Bridgette, Christina, and Takai Wilson, as well as his son Chavez Crayton. His legacy continues through the love and memories shared with these exceptional individuals.

The...

Jan 23, 2025

On Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 , Betty Jane Scott gained her angel wings at home surrounded by love and family at the age of 98. Betty was born on November 18 1926 to the late John Miles Mitchell and Eugenie Brown in Columbus, Ohio. She attended high school in Arlington, Ohio before relocating to New York where she worked several...

Jan 21, 2025

Ely King Parks, a beloved son, brother, grandson, and nephew, was born on September 30, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. He became a bright light in the lives of many. Ely was known for his warm smile and infectious laughter that could brighten even the darkest of days. His journey, however, came to an end when he passed away on...

Jan 18, 2025

Maxine Mapp was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 12, 1946. She was called to rest on Saturday, January 18th 2025. Maxine was the baby of 6 children born to Kattie (Weathers) Mapp and Charlie Mapp. She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Oliver Mapp, Lester Weathers, John (Lucille) Mapp, and sister Delorise Mapp.

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Jan 18, 2025

Annettia Commons, daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Commons Sr. and Susie Mae Commons, was born on September 19, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. She peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 76.

Annettia was a proud graduate of George Washington Carver High School in Birmingham, Alabama. After relocating to...

Jan 18, 2025

Vincent Barnard Ziglar, age 64, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.

Vincent was born December 17, 1960, in Columbus to J. Odell and E. Lucerne Ziglar. The youngest of four children, he attended East High School.

He loved drag racing, watching football---especially his favorite Dallas Cowboys---and had a gift for building computers and gaming devices.

Vince,...