Obituaries

Mar 6, 2026

Gary Edmond Chilton, age 63. Sunrise May 9, 1962 and Sunset March 6, 2026. Memorial Service 2:00 PM Thursday, March 19, 2026 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd). To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer...

Mar 5, 2026

Mar 4, 2026

Gregory Franklin, age 69. Sunrise February 17, 1957 and Sunset March 4, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Mar 4, 2026

Kenneth Ray Gossett, 95, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the VA Hospice Center in Dayton, Ohio.He was born on October 19, 1930, the youngest son of Cloice A. and Dorothy (Peppers) Gossett. Kenneth was reared in rural Clark County, Ohio.He graduated from Mechanicsburg High School in Mechanicsburg, Ohio. After graduating from high school, Kenneth enlisted in the United...

Mar 3, 2026

Peggy Ann Anderson went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026. She was born on January 2, 1934, in Pageton, West Virginia, to the late Robert and Helen Shelton.

Peggy Ann Shelton married the late John Hurd, Jr., in 1953, and from that union they were blessed with six children. She later married the late Irvin Anderson,...

Mar 2, 2026

Kimberly Ann King was born on September 4, 1968, and was raised in the Linden area. She was known by many nicknames and loved by everyone who knew her. Kim had a vibrant personality and a spirit that could light up any room. She was known for always being her true self. Kim graduated from Linden McKinley High School and...

Feb 28, 2026

Mallorie Ann Jackson (Childers), 61, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on February 28, 2026, and was declared deceased at 12:18 a.m. She passed in the comfort of her home, just as she would have wanted.

Born September 13, 1964, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Mallorie spent parts of her childhood in San Diego, California; Lawrenceburg, Indiana; and Columbus, Ohio, where...

Feb 27, 2026

Jacqueline Leondra Brown-Fickling was born on October 22,1942 in Columbus,OH to Anna Mae Winston. Jackie (as she was affectionately known) along with her mother and brother later moved to New York where she attended school and graduated from George Washington High School. She later returned to Columbus, OH where she resided until she went home to be with the Lord...

Feb 26, 2026

Scott Raymond Hooks Sr., age 67, of Canal Winchester, Ohio, departed this life on Thursday, February 26, 2026, with family and friends by his side. He was born February 20, 1959, in Warren, Ohio, the son of Willie Richard Hooks Sr. and Audrey Diane Freeman.

He was a proud member of Resurrection Power Church of God in Christ in Gahanna, Ohio,...

Feb 26, 2026

Douglas Earle Clark, 46, of Springfield, Ohio, passed from this earth into heaven on Thursday, February 26, 2026, surrounded by his close family. He was born on January 17, 1980, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Angela Mapp and Douglas Clark Sr., a special father figure, Robert Mims. He was a devoted father and grandfather. Doug truly loved being the...

Feb 25, 2026

Beatrice Louise Trent, affectionately known as Bea or BB was born on July 18, 1936, to the parents of James Kee, Sr. and Easter Kee in Birmingham, Alabama. Both her parents passed away when Bea was about 8 years old. Soon after, she relocated to Columbus, OH and was raised by her elder sister Della (Reese) Marbury and was educated...

Feb 25, 2026

Mary L. Anders, 77, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on February 25, 2026.

Born in Tuscaloosa, AL, Mary lived a life defined by devotion, faith, and deep love for her family. She was married for 32 years to her beloved husband, Chester "Leon" Anders, Sr., who preceded her in death.

Mary was a devoted mother to her daughter, Danielle (Warren)...

Feb 25, 2026

Louise Elizabeth Hall was born on November 8, 1954 to the late Lucille and Clarence Croy.

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Louise Elizabeth Hall, affectionately known as "Wheezie", passed away peacefully.

She was known for her sense of humor and love for her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lucille and Clarence Croy; Brother, Michael "Zeke" Shipley and Niece, Leah...

Feb 25, 2026

J. Russell Early (Russell) was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 8, 1942, to Mr. and Mrs. Oscar (Johnnie) Early, Sr.

He was educated in the Columbus Public School System and was a 1960 graduate of East High School. Russell united in marriage with Celestine Guthrie in 1963 and from that union two children were born Angela and John Early, Jr.

Russell...

Feb 24, 2026

Robin Marie Oliver, 64, was born on July 27, 1961 in Columbus, OH to Thomas O. Penn, Sr. and Pauline Penn. She was the first girl, and was welcomed with especially loving arms. As a young person, Robin loved hanging out with her cousins, and trips to Akron to visit her mother's family. Robin lived a life full of family,...

Feb 23, 2026

On February 23, 2026, an angel stopped by the home of Delores Brookins, and carried her to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 74.

Delores Brookins, affectionately known as "Dell" was born on January 29, 1952 to Clarence Brookins and Ellenstein Denson in Columbus, Ohio.

Delores received the Lord Jesus Christ at a very...

Feb 21, 2026

Feb 21, 2026

Martha Elizabeth Smart-Cox

March 14,1941 – February 21, 2026

On February 21, 2026, heaven welcomed home a beautiful soul. Martha Elizabeth Smart-Cox, age 84, of Columbus, Ohio, transitioned peacefully at home , leaving behind a legacy woven in love, laughter, and heartfelt conversation.

Born March 14,1941, Martha lived a life that radiated warmth. She never met a stranger — only friends she hadn’t...

Feb 20, 2026

LaTisha J. Carroll, 49, departed this life unexpectedly on Friday, February 20, 2026, following a brief illness. Though her transition leaves an immeasurable void, the love she gave so freely and the strength she embodied will remain with us always.

Born on April 13, 1976, in Columbus, Ohio, LaTisha was a woman of depth, conviction, and grace. She carried herself with...

Feb 20, 2026

Denise M. Smith, age 54, was Born on March 23, 1971 to the late Wilma and Joseph Coleman in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Denise was a very loving and caring, down-to-earth person. She liked to brighten people's day. It was impossible to be around her and not know that she loved you.

She was Married to Emmett Smith since September 9, 2003 for...