Obituaries

Florence Marge Benton

Florence Marge Benton

Oct 18, 2026

Florence Marge Benton, age 71. Sunrise March 30, 1955 and Sunset October 18, 2026. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Friday, October 30, 2026 at Chapel of Peace - East, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read the complete obituary,...

Delores Jane Bryce

Delores Jane Bryce

Oct 17, 2026

With hearts full of cherished memories, the family of Delores Jane Byce announces her peaceful passing on October 17, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on August 2, 1931, in Springfield, Ohio, Delores made Yellow Springs her home and heart for over 70 years, gracing the community with her warmth, spirit, and unwavering love.

Delores was the beloved daughter of...

Clarence Preston Ward Sr

Clarence Preston Ward Sr

Oct 15, 2026

Clarence Preston Ward, Sr., age 86. Sunrise - November 20, 1939 and Sunset - October 15, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare the obituary for Clarence Preston Ward, Sr.

John Linton Davis

John Linton Davis

Oct 14, 2026

John Linton Davis, age 89. Sunrise - March 30, 1937 and Sunset - October 14, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare Mr. Davis' obituary.

Michael Duane Baity

Michael Duane Baity

Oct 13, 2026

Michael Duane Baity, age 74. Sunrise June 22, 1952 and Sunset October 13, 2026. Please keep the family in your prayers. 

Harley M Stewart I

Harley M Stewart I

Oct 12, 2026

Harley Michael Stewart I

“Mickey”

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord” (Psalms 37:23, KJV)

A Time to be Born

On August 11, 1943, God blessed Edward and Carrie Stewart with a handsome baby boy name Harley Michael Stewart I. Harley was raised in a Christian household in which putting God first above all was the emphasis. He was taught...

Gretchen Nicole Davis-James

Gretchen Nicole Davis-James

Oct 12, 2026

Gretchen Nicole Davis-James was born on January 3, 1970 and departed this life on October 12, 2026 at Grant Hospital.

Gretchen James was a woman who believed in learning, growing, and creating opportunities for herself. She graduated from Brookhaven High School, completed nail technician school, and attended Columbus State Community College for one year. She also became a certified daycare...

Gloria Faye Hopkins

Gloria Faye Hopkins

Oct 12, 2026

Gloria Faye Hopkins, age 84, was born on December 9, 1941 in Rome, Georgia to Richard and Julia Cunningham. She peacefully passed on October 12, 2026.

She was a member of Flat Rock Baptist Church in Rome, Georgia. Gloria was an amazing woman who will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was a strong, outspoken, caring, loving...

Dr.  Melvin Johnson

Dr. Melvin Johnson

Oct 11, 2026

Dr. Melvin Andrew Johnson, Jr. was born in Springfield, Ohio to parents Melvin, Sr. and Arletta Mudd on September 4, 1929, as an only child. He departed this life on October 11, 2026 in Destin, Florida. Melvin grew up in Wilberforce, Ohio and graduated from Wilberforce Academy high school in 1946 where he was an outstanding student. He was also...

Rita Ann Goodman

Rita Ann Goodman

Oct 11, 2026

Rita Ann Goodman, age 85. Sunrise May 4, 1941 and Sunset October 11, 2026. Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Friday, October 23, 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.). Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. To read the...

LaSaundra Johnson

LaSaundra Johnson

Oct 10, 2026

Lasaundra Johnson, age 51, went Home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Born on June 3, 1975, in Columbus Ohio, she was the nineth of ten children. She was a loving, caring and kind person who dedicated her life to her family and friends. A good person all around.

LaSaundra enjoyed cooking, reading books, singing, watching scary movies,...

Minister Mary Ann Long

Minister Mary Ann Long

Oct 10, 2026

Mary Ann Long, born October 28th, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio transitioned to be with the Lord on October 10th, 2026. She was the loving daughter of Edwin and Kathleen Edwards (Mosley).

Mary Ann was an employee of Devry University. She was an executive secretary from 1973 to 2003 . She retired after 30 years of faithful service.

Mary Ann was preceded in...

Brenda Gail Owens

Brenda Gail Owens

Oct 9, 2026

Brenda Gail Owens, age 85. Sunrise - November 2, 1940 and Sunset - October 9, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare Brenda's obituary.

Paul Elisha Glass Jr.

Paul Elisha Glass Jr.

Oct 9, 2026

Paul Elisha Glass, Jr., age 66. Sunrise - October 10, 1959 and Sunset - October 9, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare Paul's obituary.

Melissa Earlene Redman

Melissa Earlene Redman

Oct 8, 2026

Melissa Earlene Redman, age 68. Sunrise December 2, 1957 and Sunset October 8, 2026. Visitation 12:00 PM and Funeral Service 1:00 PM Friday, October 23, 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.). Interment at Eastlawn Cemetery. To read the complete...

Pamela J Blalock

Pamela J Blalock

Oct 8, 2026

Pamela “Pam” Blalock passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026. She was born on December 12th 1954 in Columbus, Ohio to Gail Blalock and Robert Blalock, sir both of whom proceed her in death. She was also proceed in death by her beloved sister Maisha Blalock.

Left to cherish her memories are her devoted daughters, Carona and Dimetria and her loving...

Earley Augustus Parham III

Earley Augustus Parham III

Oct 7, 2026

Earley A. Parham III (lovingly known as EA to family and friends) of Westerville, Ohio, passed away suddenly at his home on the afternoon of Wednesday October 7, 2026.

He was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 17, 1951 where he attended Pilgrim and Fair Avenue Elementary Schools and Franklin Junior High School. He graduated from East High School where...

Fredricka Karen Brown

Fredricka Karen Brown

Oct 7, 2026

🕊️ A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR OUR BELOVED FREDRICKA “KAY-KAY” BROWN ❤️

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Fredricka “Kay-Kay” Brown.

A devoted wife to Arthur Brown, loving mother to Arthur (Quin), Adel (Ashley), Ashley, Adrian (Melissa). Proud grandmother to her Boogins DeVauntea and Devyn Sledge. Cherished sister to Victor, Janera, Broan, Theresa, Kristy, Regina,...

George Richard Cunningham

George Richard Cunningham

Oct 6, 2026

George Richard Cunningham was born on November 5, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio, to Elnora “Missy” Cunningham and George William Cunningham. One of four brothers and two sisters, George was raised with the values of family, hard work, and faith that would guide him throughout his life.

At an early age, George dedicated his life to Christ, and his faith became the...