Obituaries

Dec 31, 2023

William (Willie) C Slate Jr. Was born in Tampa Florida on 09/17/1953. The Lord called Willie home on 12/31/2023.

Preceded by father Willie Slate, mother Oneida Slate Cooper, good friend Debra ( Janie) Slate, brother Gregory Slate and Availeo Slate, and sister Latitia Slate.

Willie is survived by his daughters Latoya...

Dec 29, 2023

Dolores Jane Payne

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While passing on December 29, 2023, she is blessed with longevity at the age of 86. Dolores resided in Columbus and grew up in the near east side in Eastgate with parents, Douglas “Sonny” Payne and Margaret “Maggie” Payne. She attended East and Central High Schools. She was the first in...

Dec 25, 2023

Anna Rochelle Mix was born on August 23, 1970, to Robert and Helen (Sullivan) Mix in Columbus, Ohio.

After attending high school, she moved to Lancaster, Ohio where she began a long-term career with Anchor Hocking. At Anchor Hocking she progressed in her role and was a crew leader. It was here that she met...

Dec 25, 2023

Mr. Gregory Duane Rayford was born January 19, 1958 in Toledo, Ohio: the son of Willie James Russell and Bessie L. Rayford. Gregory was a resident of Toledo, Ohio. Greg graduated from Libbey High School in Toledo, Ohio. He enjoyed spending time with family. He also enjoyed Cooking, Caring & Nurturing others, watching scary movies and watching TV shows...

Dec 25, 2023

Alfrieda Ann "Freda" (Barbour) Nichols was born to Mary Jane (Bethel) & Bernard Barbour in Columbus, Ohio on November 13, 1940. She graduated from East High School (Columbus, Ohio, 1958) and next attended and graduated from the Columbus Public School of Practical Nursing (Class B- 1960).

Freda practiced as a Registered Nurse (RN) for many...

Dec 23, 2023

Brian Keith Banks was born to the late Carolyn Louise Banks on December 27, 1974, in Cleveland Ohio. Brian was a master of many trades. He was very good at using his hands and fixing things. He was a licensed barber; a licensed HVAC and was very proud of what he had accomplished.

Brian was...

Dec 22, 2023

Vivian Lee Sturgis, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on December 22, 2023.

She was born in Jamaica Queens, New York, April 9, 1941, to Edward Brooks and Patricia Brooks (Baker). Vivian graduated from New York Founding Hospital School of Infant Care Technicians and received a bachelor's degree in child psychology from...

Dec 21, 2023

JoAnn McClure Scott, aged 91, passed away on December 21, 2023, at her residence in Oakleaf Village, Columbus, Ohio.

Born in Columbus on July 7, 1932, JoAnn was raised by her adoptive parents, the late Zavan McClure and Josetta (Rhyne) McClure, after the untimely passing of her biological parents, Reverend John Parker and Cloretta (Rhyne)...

Dec 15, 2023

Mary Armentha Carter age 91, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 15, 2023. Mary was born in Gilliam, West Virginia on October 17, 1932, to George Baylor Preston and Lizzie Belle Wright. She was a graduate of Elkhorn High School, Elkhorn, West Virginia, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, James A. Carter...

Dec 14, 2023

Robert Eugene English Jr. age 73, went to be with his father on December 14, 2023. A member of the Independent Church of God and The Saints of Christ. Retireee of DCDC and Columbus Public Schools.

Robert was a Vietnam Vet of the US Army. Robert English Jr was preceded in death by wife Ruth...

Dec 11, 2023

Clyde William Boyd, Sr. was born in Catawba County, South Carolina on July 21, 1932.

He was the first of two children born to Edward Boyd and Lula Mae Boyd.

Clyde was also known to his family as C W. He along with his parents and younger brother Earnest, moved to...

Dec 11, 2023

Mary Elaine Nesbitt Steward departed this life early Monday, December 11. Elaine, as she was called by most people, was born on November 19, 1935, to Harvey and Essie Reynolds. She is predeceased by her parents, first husband, Joseph Nesbitt, second husband, Fred Steward and brother, Harvey Reynolds. She also lost her three children, Pamela Dawson, Joseph (Tommy) Nesbitt,...

Dec 11, 2023

Truman Lee Barnes joined the world on November 1, 1946 in Grenada, Mississippi. Truman transitioned to his new home in heaven on December 11, 2023 in Columbus, Oh. While here Truman enjoyed and lived life the best way he knew how! Truman worked long careers as a hairstylist, MC/DJ and landscaper all while enjoying fishing or playing cards during...

Dec 8, 2023

Sharon R. Fallins, 62, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.

She was born on July 15, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio to John and Ledora Johnson.

Sharon is survived by sons, Jessie Fallins and Ronald Harshaw and a host of family and friends.

Visitation...

Dec 5, 2023

Mark A. Jenkins, 65, born and raised in Columbus, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on December 5, 2023.

Mark A. Jenkins served in the United States Coast Guard and received honorable discharge from active duty on February 28, 1989.

He was a kind man and always available for...

Dec 4, 2023

Lepolian (Lee) Haynes entered the house of our heavenly Father on Monday, December 4, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on June 23, 1932, in Selma, Alabama to his late parents Ella Mae Warren and Ben Haynes. A highly decorated veteran, Lee had a successful career in the United States Air Force and retired after serving...

Dec 3, 2023

Wayne Lee McDearmon was born May 18, 1947 in Lynchburg, Virginia; he is preceded in death by parents Joe Wilson and Ethel McDearmon and Brother Pete McDearmon.

Wayne passed away peacefully at Taylor Springs Health Campus in Gahanna, Ohio on December 3, 2023.

Wayne is survived by his beautiful wife, Barbara...

Dec 3, 2023

"The strength of a matriarch lies not just in her authority, but in the wisdom and compassion she weaves into the tapestry of her family."

Our hearts are full of joy and happiness as we remember Joann Hopkins, a loving, resilient, and accomplished soul who passed away in Gahanna, Ohio on December 3rd. She was...

Nov 28, 2023

Joel (Joe) Collins, 70, passed away on November 25, 2023.

After Graduating from high school, Joe gained employment with Columbus Auto Parts. He went on to be employed with Polycel. In 1999, he began his employment with Mount Carmel West Hospital where he retired after 20 years as a supplies technician.

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Nov 28, 2023

Aarius Earl Saunders was born February 23, 2000, to the union of Earl S. Saunders Jr. and Charlene Saunders in Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Betty Laws, and Phyllis Stephens.

Aarius attended The Charles School at Ohio Dominican through the 10th grade until his illness took over his ability to...