Archives for March 2023

Roger Edward Graves Jr, also known as “Snookie T,” passed away on March 3, 2023, at the age of 57 at St. Anns Hospital in Westerville. He was born on April 13, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio. Roger was a graduate of Brookhaven High School and was employed at ACP as a finisher. As a young… Read complete obituary here.

Eric Brian Smith Sr. lovingly known as “Rick or Ricky”, was born in Morgantown, WV on July 24, 1963 as the 2nd son (3rd child) of Carl J. Smith Sr. and Patricia L. Isom. On March 1, 2023, he passed away at the age of 59, peacefully at home, following Congestive Heart Failure. Rick grew… Read complete obituary here.

Linell Chester Marshall III, was born March 6, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio at The Ohio State University Hospital. He was a loving and caring person for him to be as young as he was. His personality was amazing and vibrant like no other. Anyone that knew him, knew that he had a smile so bright… Read complete obituary here.

Renee Louise Sims, age 61, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on July 7, 1961 to Pearl and Dorris Cannon (Aikens) I of Queens, New York. Her parents unfortunately passed away when she was 3 and 4 years old. She was then partially… Read complete obituary here.

Roscoe Blue, Jr. An Officer (a Servant) and a Gentleman He was the third child and only son born to the late Willie Roscoe Blue, Sr., and Martie Pittman Blue on September 18, 1939 in Marietta, North Carolina. His siblings closest in age to him called him mischievous as a child, and said he was… Read complete obituary here.

The Lord called Brittny Lorin Malone, 36, home on February 27, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and inspiration. She was born on November 20, 1986, in Atlanta, Georgia to Thomas Edward and Lisa Kay Malone. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother and friend., whose life touched many hearts. Brittny was christened in… Read complete obituary here.

Jean E. Bryant 88, departed this life on March 01, 2023. She is predeceased by her husband of 61 years Richard L Bryant Sr. She is survived by her dedicated caregiver and loving daughter Roxanne Bryant-Cannon. Sons Reginald (Janis), Robin (Vicky), Richard Jr. (Linda) and daughter Rowena Bryant. Eight grand children and a host of… Read complete obituary here.

Eugene Gilmore was born to John and Irene Gilmore on December 16, 1942, in Amherst, West Virginia, and raised in Pensacola, Florida. He later married and relocated his family to Columbus, OH, where he raised his children. Eugene Gilmore was a devoted servant of the church. Eugene was an ordained Elder at Higher Ground Ministries… Read complete obituary here.

Sharon Renee Burley age 60, was called home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2023. She was born in Columbus, Ohio to Shirley Ann Burley and Robert Henry Burley on March 26, 1962. Sharon was an introvert but loved her family dearly. One of her most cherished loved ones was her dog, Chico…. Read complete obituary here.