Obituaries
Frances Western
May 7, 2015
Frances Western, 79, passed on Thursday, May 7, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, John and Irene Padgett; grandson, Terron Crowder. Survived by husband, Leon Western; son, Kamal Shabazz; daughter, Lynne (Herbert) Carter; 3 granddaughters, Monifa Fox, Malaika Western, Leslita Carter and 10 great grandchildren.
Sandra Ann 'Sandy' Hicks
May 4, 2015
Sandra Ann Sandy Hicks, 72, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2015. Preceded in death by spouse, Carl Hicks, Sr.; mother, Ima Joe Johnson; father, George R. Johnson, Sr.; sister, Patricia Johnson, Kathy Johnson and son-in-law, Shawn Head. Survived by children, David (Debbie) Kendricks, Terry Wallace Sr., Terron (Toya) Wallace, Ima Head, Robin (Lloyd) Merchant and Carl (Donna) Hicks...
Mary Madeline (Simpson) Tatum
May 3, 2015
Mary M. Tatum, Mag, went home to be with the Lord on May 3, 2015. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mary was born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, where she became a graduate of the Guilford County high school system and attended Bennett College. In 1955, she united in marriage to Charles W....
Dashawn Antwon Fouche' Hawkins
May 3, 2015
DaShawn Antwon Fouche’ Hawkins was born November 15th, 1987 to Shawn Fouche’ Hawkins and Danette Garnes of Columbus Ohio. DaShawn was filled with love. He took joy from all that life had to offer. DaShawn was a rare talent in that he achieved everything on which he set his mind. DaShawn was competitive, but family and friendship meant everything...
Ruby Lee (Edwards) Hammond
May 2, 2015
Ruby Lee Hammond was born September 12, 1924, to Sample Edwards and Annie Rushins Edwards in Goodman, Mississippi. A member of Praise Temple Church of God, Ruby loved the Lord and people. She found joy in telling them about God's goodness. On May 2, 2015, at the age of 90, Ruby departed this life while at Whetstone Gardens and...
Maurice Crouch Sr
May 2, 2015
Maurice Franklin Crouch, Sr., 84, departed this life on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at his residence. Born in Sedalia, MO, and reared in St. Joseph, MO, where he received his primary education. Maurice served in the U.S. Army and came to Columbus to attend The Ohio State University, where he met his wife. He retired from Motorists Mutual Insurance...
Jonnie Mae Lawson
May 1, 2015
Jonnie Mae Lawson, age 80, of Columbus, Ohio Died on May 1, 2015. Jonnie was born in Washington, GA on June 8, 1934. She was raised Baptist and moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1946. Jonnie was a long time employee at T. Marzetti and The Ohio State University. She began work at Charlie Mae Beauty Salon and was a...
Helen Ceola (Davis) Lauderdale
Apr 29, 2015
Helen Davis Lauderdale, born March 3, 1919 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to the late Randolph and Martha Davis, died surrounded by loved ones at her home in Columbus, Ohio on April 29, 2015. Mrs. Lauderdale served as a teacher and later as a Consultant in the Columbus City Schools for 29 years before her retirement in 1995. She believed in...
Dorothy Clementeen Robinson
Apr 26, 2015
Dorothy Clementeen Robinson, age 70, of Columbus, OH has joined our Lord and Savior in Heaven on Sunday, April 26, 2015. Dottie was born January 6, 1945 in Nyack, NY to the late John H. Holland and beloved late Mamie Claudeen Holland [nee Watson]. She was a hair stylist, renowned from the east coast to Europe to her home,...
James Bradley Ii
Apr 25, 2015
James L. Bradley, II, affectionately known to his loved ones and friends as J.B., was born August 12, 1968 in Columbus, Ohio. James attended Eastmoor High School. He enjoyed dancing, playing music, cracking jokes, and keeping his cars clean. He loved sports, watching movies, spending time with his family, and watching his boys play football. On April 25, 2015,...
Joyce Pearl (Ransom) Hairston
Apr 25, 2015
Joyce P. Hairston, 74, born August 25, 1940, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015. Predeceased by husband, Reuben O. Hairston, and parents, Charles Ransom and Frances Payne Ransom. Survived by daughter, Rosa Collins; brother, Robert (Phyllis) Ransom; grandchildren, Danny (Kimberly) Harper and Angel (Martrell) Gaines; great grandchildren, Isaiah, Aliayah, Christopher, Heaven, and Sir-Prince; niece, Rashida Ransom; and a host...
Lori Ann Pace
Apr 25, 2015
Lori A. Pace, 51, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2015. Lori was one of Jehovah's Witnesses. She graduated from Mifflin High School. Her employers included the State of Ohio, Columbus Public Schools and various law firms. Lori is preceded in death by her parents John and Mildred Pace. She is survived by brothers John (Latonya) and Craig as well...
Steven Wayne Brown
Apr 24, 2015
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Anna Mae (Green) Pierce
Apr 23, 2015
Anna Mae (Green) Pierce, transitioned to eternity Thursday, April 23, 2015. She was born December 15, 1930, attended Columbus Public Schools, and was a lifetime member of Central Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was predeceased by her parents, Nathan and Lillie Belle Green; and sister, Bette Vaughn. She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Darryl (Marie) Green; daughter-in-law,...
Kenneth 'Kenny' Knight
Apr 22, 2015
Kenneth Pipkins Knight, 52, born March 8, 1963 in Toledo, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2015 in Columbus, Ohio. A long time resident of the Columbus, Kenny grew up in the Long Street and Woodland area. A son, a brother, and a friend to all, he was always willing to help in any way he could. Kenny showed...
Jerri Monique Glenn
Apr 22, 2015
Jerri M. Glenn, age 34, was suddenly called home to the Lord Wednesday, April 22, 2015. She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Jerry (Toni) Glenn and Vicki (Albert) Patterson; her children, Nishawn, Nykia, Shanice, and Larry, III.
Linda C. Smith
Apr 22, 2015
Linda Carol (Giles) Smith, was born on August 12, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio and passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015. A graduate of Columbus East High School and Central State University, Linda retired from the Columbus City Schools system after 35 years of service. She was an active member of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc....
Adrienne Kay Weekes
Apr 21, 2015
Adrienne Kay Weekes (neé Washington) was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois before moving to Columbus, Oh in 1963 to go to college. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Franklin University with a degree in Business Administration while working full-time for the Franklin County Welfare Department. Adrienne continued working for the Franklin County Welfare Department until 2010 when she...
Sharon R. Bryant
Apr 18, 2015
Sharon Renee Bryant, 57, made her transitioned on Saturday, April 18, 2015. Sharon was born December 27, 1957. She retired from the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation after 30 plus years. She was a member of the Kingdom Hall. Preceded in death by parents Carl Holmes and Ella Mae Martin; sister Crystal D. Wilson; brother Christopher Terry Holmes and...
Yon Raphael Bivens
Apr 17, 2015
Mr., as he always referred to himself, Yon Raphael Bivens, born to the union of Robert and Enid Bivens April 29, 1956 and transitioned to his heavenly home April 17, 2015. Predeceased by our loving parents, grandparents, beloved nephews and niece. Mr. Yon R. Bivens is survived by his loving, dedicated wife, Kathy, affectionately called his “Jo”; 3 children,...
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