Obituaries
Rev. Howard J. 'Pud' Rains
Jun 11, 2016
Reverend Howard J. Rains, born May 17, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio, peacefully completed the cycle of life here on earth Saturday afternoon June 11, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Brown and Jedikiah Rains, and his loving wife of 23 years, Andrea L. Rains. Howard (Pud) attended Columbus Public Schools then enlisted in the United...
Arthur Thomas
Jun 10, 2016
Arthur Thomas, age 100, peacefully passed away Friday,June 10,2016. He was born on September 3, 1915 in Coleman Randolph, GA He is preceded in death by parents, Emmett Thomas and Dollie (Brown) Thomas; brother, James Denmock; sons, Willie Arthur Thomas, Charlie Thomas; and his daughter, Mary Ann Black. Upon arriving in Columbus with his family, Arthur found work as...
Judy Kay 'Chick' Henderson
Jun 9, 2016
Thank you for visiting the Book of Memories of Judy Kay Chick Henderson. Judy was born September 3, 1957 to Ruth Mae Yancey Henderson and Clarence L. Henderson of Lorain, Ohio. She was employed as a caseworker with the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation Developmental Disability (ODMRDD). She is survived by son Nathaniel; sister Marlene; brothers Mark and Gary;...
Nathaniel V. 'Nate' Taylor
Jun 7, 2016
Nathaniel “Nate” Vernon Taylor died June 7, 2016 in Columbus, Ohio. Survived by his wife Marilyn Taylor, daughter Natalie (William Anthony) Daumeyer Jr. , sister-in-laws Sherrie (Robert) Taylor, Ocie Stephens, Barbara Ann McClondon, brother-in-laws David (Connie) Carr, Richard (Carrie) Carr, James Carr, Marc S. Carr. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lizzie Mae and Robert Taylor, Sr.,...
Carlla Marie 'Boo' (Woolfolk) Sparks
Jun 6, 2016
Carlla Marie Sparks was born July 6, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio. She enjoyed spending her days as a homemaker, but also worked for many years as an Environmental Services specialist at Columbus Park West Care Center. In her sparetime, she found joy in gardening, watching movies, and spending time with her beloved family. On June 6, 2016, Carlla, affectionately...
Robert L. 'Rob' Taylor
Jun 3, 2016
Robert Rob Louis Taylor, 53, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 3, 2016 at his home. He is survived by his mother Dorothy Taylor, daughter Kristen Brown, brother Michael (Belinda) Wright, sister Kim Wright, and several neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Ronald Leon Taylor Sr. and his brother Ronald Leon...
Leeann Lynn 'Lee Lee' Fisher
May 30, 2016
Leeann Lynn “Lee Lee” Fisher, 53, was born on July 13, 1962 in Columbus, Ohio and passed away on Monday, May 30, 2016 at Zusman Community Hospice. She is preceded in death by father, Oliver E. “Bub” Fisher; mother, Kathryn L. “Cap” Fisher and brother, Terry Wayne Fisher, Sr. Leeann is survived by her four children, Angel Fisher-Saunders, Antwan,...
Patricia Ann Hickman
May 30, 2016
Patricia Ann (Small) Hickman, age 62 of Columbus, passed away on May 30, 2016. She was born to the late James and Ethel (Miller) Bozeman on September 20, 1953. Patricia is survived by her loving children, Quan Small and Wanda Small; 12 grandchildren; siblings, Mattie Small, Vincent Small and Robert Bozeman; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and...
Terril James 'Popps' Lofton
May 24, 2016
Terril J. Lofton, 75, transitioned from this earthly life on Tuesday morning, May 24, 2016. He was born May 26, 1940 to Louis J. and Margaret (Stout) Lofton-Davis in Ripley, Ohio. He attended school in Columbus, Ohio. Terril was a former employee of Buckeye Steel Castings and was co-owner of T's Janitorial Service until his health started to fail....
Nehemiah Isaiah Roberts
May 23, 2016
Nehemiah Isaiah Roberts was born October 24, 2014 to Cassandra Marie Payne and Alassondro Othello Roberts in Columbus, Ohio. From birth, he was our little road warrior, traveling to and from Ohio and Kentucky. It wasn’t long before we realized Nehemiah was a warrior in every aspect of his life. A stubborn, loving, and happy baby, Nehemiah remained brave...
Tyrone Williams
May 21, 2016
Tyrone Williams was born on February 8, 1954 to Shirley “Red” Williams and Peggy Williams in Detroit, Michigan. He was the fifth child born to this union. Tyrone was a naturally gifted vocalist and musician. He had a beautiful singing voice and taught himself to play the guitar and piano. Shortly after graduating from Mackenzie High School, as most...
Alonzo Carter
May 20, 2016
Alonzo Carter, 74, passed away peacefully at home with his loving and devoted wife by his side, on Friday May 20, 2016. Alonzo entered this world on May 26, 1941 in Wheelwright, Kentucky to the late Alonzo and Alma Trudy Lee Carter. He was the 2nd of fourteen siblings. He grew up in parts of Kentucky and West Virginia...
Isaiah Harris Jr
May 19, 2016
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Clyde Woodson Sr
May 18, 2016
Clyde S. Woodson, Sr., age 86, of Columbus, passed away on May 18, 2016. He was born in Boomer, WV on March 14, 1930 to the late Oscar Woodson and S. L. (Whitaker) Woodson. Clyde is survived by his sons, Arman, Alex (Rhoda), Clyde (Kristine) Jr., and Argus Woodson; daughter, Elaine (Tom) Strouse; former spouse, Elaine Woodson Mitchell; 13...
Mildred Ann Parks
May 18, 2016
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Louis Slade Fields
May 18, 2016
Louis Slade Fields, born February 01, 1977, to Louis Fields and Sharon Slade (Jamison) at 341 10th Street Apt 8B, with his Great Grandmother Posie Pugh and Cousin and 1st best friend Imanii Slade in attendance. Louis attended and graduated Henry Bristow Elementary School CP.S. 39) and went on to William Alexander (J.H.S. 51) where he graduated, and began...
Charlie Mae (Speers) Tucker
May 17, 2016
Charlie Mae Tucker, age 92, known to the family as Aunt Charlie Mae, transitioned peacefully at her residence Tuesday, May 17, 2016. A retiree of The Ohio State University food service department, she was a longtime and active member of the Shiloh Baptist Church until her declining health prevented her active participation in the church ministries of the Missionary,...
Mckinley Raymore Iii
May 13, 2016
McKinley Raymore was born in Beckley, West Virginia on April 4, 1960, relocating to Columbus, Ohio during grade school. He went home to be with his heavenly father May 13, 2016. His parents, Mr. Will McKinley and Mrs. Jessie Ruth Raymore, precede him in death. McKinley graduated from Walnut Ridge High School in 1978, later attending Franklin University. He...
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