Matthew L. Montgomery Sr., 53 years old, gained his wings unexpectedly on November 3, 2021 and went home to be with the Lord. He was born on July 5, 1968 to Matthew Echols and DeVonna Sue Montgomery. Matthew had a smile that lit up an entire room. He was the most loving caring person you… Read complete obituary here.

Melchior David Burke, age 72, was born in Cleveland Ohio on July 7, 1949 to the late James Willis Sr. and Eunice Nesbitt. David departed this life on Wednesday November 3, 2021. He graduated from the Cleveland School System and was employed with Mar’s Corporation (formerly Kal-Kan) for 30 years. David leaves to cherish his… Read complete obituary here.

James “Butch” Leigh, Jr., was born to James and Lillie Leigh on April 14, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio. He was the second oldest of six children. He attended Columbus City Schools and graduated from East High School, and he was an accomplished athlete. He served in the United States Military as a Marine was discharged… Read complete obituary here.

Mary Esther Waldon, 91. Sunrise April 21, 1930 – Sunset October 30, 2021. Mary was a Lifetime member of Pilgrim Baptist Church, Columbus, Ohio. She retired from The Ohio State University and was a big fan of the Buckeye’s Basketball and football teams. Mary was preceded in death by her parents John and Minnie Houston, brothers John… Read complete obituary here.

Emma M. Butler, 88 went peacefully to be with the Lord, October 31, 2021 at home in Columbus, Ohio. Emma retired from Ohio Bell in 1993.  After retirement, one of her favorite pastimes was shopping with her sister Dana. Emma loved the Lord, and was lifelong member of St. Paul AME Church. The oldest of… Read complete obituary here.

Antionette Alberta Smith, age 41, was called home to the Lord on October 27, 2021. Antionette was born December 13, 1979, to her wonderful mother, Della May Bryant, God rest her soul, and her amazing father, Claude Louis Smith. Also, her stepfather, Steve Fountain, who played a major support role to her. Antionette choose to… Read complete obituary here.

Cheartie Mae Hines, age 90, passed away on October 29, 2021. Cheartie was born September 20, 1931 in Crenshaw County Alabama. Cheartie was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Whatley and Claudine Whatley; husband, Jack K. Hines, Sr; and her sister, Merdis Smith. Cheartie Mae is survived by two sons, Jack Hines Jr (Mildred)… Read complete obituary here.

EEmma Frances Rosser-Porter born July 23rd 1921 in Washington Kentucky to Parents William and Ida Hord-Rosser. Emma was one of 13 children. Emma spent her youth and attended High School in Maysville Kentucky. Shortly after she met, fell in love and on May 10th 1946 married the love of her life Raymond Porter. The couple… Read complete obituary here.