Obituaries

Sep 20, 2024

Vincent Edward Smithers, Jr.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio December 18, 1949 to Ann Elizabeth (Twitty) Smithers & Vincent Edward Smithers, Sr. He was the youngest of 5 children. He attended Central High School.

In 1970, Vincent would go on to enlist in the United States Army in which he...

Sep 19, 2024

Herbert B. McGee was a long-time active member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Columbus, Ohio. His many years of dedicated service to the community through the church included volunteer work feeding the homeless and assisting with church maintenance, repairs, and beautification projects. His unwavering faith and commitment to helping others were central to his life.

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Sep 15, 2024

Myrtice Bell (Newton) Busby was born on April 28,1934 in Forsyth Georgia to Willis Newton and Ethel Newton. Myrtice is the 5th child of 6 siblings. Myrtice departed this life unexpectedly on Sunday September 15, 2024 at her residence in Columbus Ohio. She was surrounded by her family. Her final destination is heaven bound, peacefully in the presence of...

Sep 14, 2024

Cabell A. Jones, born February 20th, 1954 in Rocky Mount Virginia to the loving parents of General Lee and Mary Louise Jones. Cab entered eternal rest on Saturday September 14th, 2024

He was a graduate of Franklin Heights High School, where he was a star football player and ran track. Cab was a constant. With...

Sep 10, 2024

George Wilson Caine, Jr. was born on January 4, 1956 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late George Wilson Caine, Sr. and Mary Bell Caine.

He attended Ravenna School System and graduated from Ravenna High School in 1974. After high school, he joined the United States Navy. While in the Navy, he traveled the world...

Sep 8, 2024

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Verdell "Verdie" Lee Phillips, a cherished resident of Whitehall, OH, on Sunday, September 8th, 2024. Verdell was born on Thursday, August 5th, 1937, in Columbus, OH.

Verdell's life was a testament to compassion and generosity. She selflessly donated her body to science, ensuring her...

Sep 8, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larcena "Bobbie" Martin, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Bobbie passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 8th, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on December 17th, 1952 in Panama City, Florida, Bobbie made her home in Columbus, Ohio, where she touched the lives of many with...

Sep 6, 2024

Patricia A. Pannell 73, of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully at her home on September 6, 2024. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

Ms. Pannell was born in Logan, West Virginia on March 18, 1951 to the late Woodrow and Ida Mae Chappell.

Pat, also known as...

Sep 6, 2024

Joe Patterson passed away surrounded by family on September 6, 2024 at the age of 99. Joe was born December 19, 1924 in Roanoke, Virginia where he was raised by his grandmother Ida Penn, who he called Mama. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a World War II Veteran. After his time in...

Sep 4, 2024

Garry Lee Harris passed on to glory on September 4th at the Laurels of Worthington just 3 days after his 71st birthday. Ironically, he transitioned on the same day and at the same place as his mother transitioned 15 years earlier. Garry was the son of Evelyn and Earl Harris and gave his life to Christ at an early...

Sep 1, 2024

Patty J. Jennings-Sharp, age 79, was called to Glory by her Heavenly Father and passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on September 1, 2024. Patty was born on February 4, 1945, in Cedartown, Georgia to Opie Rucker and Buckey Grier.

In the earlier years Opie and Patty relocated to the charming town of Pennington Gap,...

Aug 25, 2024

Mr. Joseph James "Buddy" Slappy of Columbus, Ohio was born October 16, 1944 in Waukegan, Illinois. He was the third of 11 children and the eldest son of the late, Reverend Joseph A. and Ida Adams Slappy.

Joseph was reared in a loving Christian home filled with the joy and laughter of his 11 siblings....

Aug 24, 2024

A Beautiful Death from a Beautiful Life

In the early morning hours of Saturday, August 24, 2024, Patricia Ann “Pat” Franklin, with 78 years, exhaled her last, long breath and peacefully slept away into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in a room full of God’s peace, praise and worship music.

Aug 21, 2024

John B Pannell passed away in the arms of his loving wife at the home they shared for 47 years on August 21, 2024 at the age of 81. John was born November 6, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio. to his parents Winifred and Earl C. Pannell. Known as Johnny by all who knew and loved him, he started school...

Aug 21, 2024

Allan Douglas Bailey, age 80, born August 7, 1944, sadly departed this life August 21, 2024, due to a lengthy illness and complications from Parkinson's disease.

Allan, known as Doug, was an upbeat, happy individual with a pleasing personality. He was always laughing and usually had a word of wisdom for you whether you wanted...

Aug 20, 2024

Shirlee Elaine (Ramey) Harris-Brant was born on July 27, 1936, in Crumpler, West Virginia, to Oscar and Carrie Ramey. She passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 88.

Shirlee attended Crumpler Elementary School and Norfolk Junior High School, and graduated from Elkhorn High School in 1953. Following...

Aug 19, 2024

**Obituary for Ashley Nicole Lenear**

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ashley Nicole Lenear, who departed this life on Monday, August 19th, 2024. She was born on Wednesday, August 12th, 1987, in Columbus, Ohio.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Ashley's life will be held on Monday,...

Aug 17, 2024

Denise L. Walls, age 64, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Georgia. She was born on December 12, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio to Joyce A. Burkes and adopted by David L. Burkes. She graduated from East High School in Columbus, Ohio and was most recently employed by Computacenter as a Project Manager....

Aug 17, 2024

This online tribute is dedicated in remembrance of Robert "Bob" Greggs , who passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 in Westerville, OH. Mr. Greggs is survived by a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly. At the discretion of the Greggs Family, the obituary that you see here may be updated with additional details at a...

Aug 16, 2024

Lester Weather Jr. (64) was born on October 11,1959 to Lester Weather Sr. and Kathryn Weather in Dayton, Ohio. He was the 5th of 8 children and was affectionately known as Lil Les. Shortly thereafter the family moved to Columbus, Ohio, where he spent his entire life.

Lester proudly served in the United States Navy...