Obituaries

Aug 23, 2025

Early Life & Education

Clarence Arthur Hill was born June 5, 1936, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Edward Hill and Clara (Coleman) Bell Hill. His mother later remarried and became Clara Bell Moore. Clarence grew up in Columbus, Ohio, where he graduated from East High School. A track athlete with a lean, athletic build, he earned the nickname "Fish." Education was...

Aug 22, 2025

Elder Ronald “Ronnie” Baldridge McNabb, 88, of Columbus, Ohio, entered eternal rest on August 22, 2025. Born February 16, 1937, to Wilbur “Mac” Gee and Cona Baldridge McNabb, he dedicated his life to faith, family, and service.

A graduate of University High School, Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, and The Ohio State University, he was ordained as an Elder in the...

Aug 22, 2025

Kathleen C Lowery, 80, of Springfield, Ohio, departed this life on August 22, 2025, at Southbrook Nursing Home in Springfield. She was. born May 18, 2025, to Martha Jane (Cassell) Lowery and James J Lowery, Sr.

Kathleen (Noffie) was a member of Trinity AME Church, where she sang with the Gospel Choir for years. She graduated from Springfield High School and...

Aug 21, 2025

Wayne Anothy Eaves, the fifth child of Evelyn L. Watkins Eaves and was born May 16, 1964, in Richmond, VA.

At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and joined Second Bethel Baptist Church, Henrico County, Richmond, Va. He was educated in Henrico County Public Schools.

When he moved to Columbus, Ohio, he joined the 7th Avenue Baptist...

Aug 21, 2025

Emmanuel Kwasi Addo, age 73. Sunrise June 22, 1952 and Sunset August 21, 2025. Please keep the Addo family in your prayers, as they prepare Emmanuel's obituary, which will be updated at a later date.

Aug 20, 2025

Melvina Denise Torbert

January 6, 1970 - August 20, 2025

Melvina Denise Torbert was born on January 6, 1970, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Melvin Wilkins and Linda Baldwin. She grew up in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and was baptized as a young girl, and then dedicated her life to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Melvina graduated from Winston-Salem Public Schools and continued...

Aug 20, 2025

Lakeishila Markice Frazier-Cherry, affectionately known as “Poo,” was born on October 10, 1980, in Columbus, Ohio, and peacefully transitioned on August 20, 2025, to be reunited with her beloved mother, Aleisa Frazier, and Grandmother, Ella Mae Frazier-Buford.

Poo was preceded by her mother, Alesia Frazier, and Father Earl Isaac Smith. She leaves behind a loving Husband, Darius Cherry, Daughter Nadasha Frazier,...

Aug 19, 2025

Willard “June” Parnell, Jr., 75, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 19, 2025.

Born on January 12, 1950, in Crites, West Virginia, June was the beloved son of Willard and Thelma Parnell.

June graduated from East High School in 1968 and went on to attend Bliss College, where he earned a certificate in real estate principles in...

Aug 17, 2025

Ja’myrion Jailen Dupray Hobbs

June 10, 2007 – August 17, 2025.

Ja’Myrion Jailen Dupray Hobbs, age 18 of Mansfield, OH, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025.

Ja’Myrion was born on June 10th, 2007, in Columbus, Ohio, to Ebony Hobbs and the late Lamar Ayers. He was a proud student of Mansfield Senior High School Class of 2026.

Ja’Myrion was known for his bright...

Aug 16, 2025

Aug 15, 2025

Keith Daryl Honore’ was born on August 3rd, 1964, in Urbana, OH. He passed away on August 15th, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother, Earline Nowlin (McDonald); his maternal grandparents, Lucille and Everett McDonald; and his paternal grandparents, Lucille and Albert Honore’. 

He is survived by his father, Robert Newton Honore’ (Doris Honore’); his daughters, Shanelle Johnson and...

Aug 13, 2025

Larry Eugene Green, 77 of Columbus, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 13th, 2025. He was born on November 19th, 1947 in Columbus, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his Father Paul, Mother Reva, and Grandson Paul. He is survived by his son Paul (Kathleen), daughter Laura (Rod), sister Dianne, 6 grandchildren: Priya (Anthony), Channing, Veronnicka (Christon), Blayde (Sabrina),...

Aug 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vincent E. Crawford, a beloved father, brother, and friend. Vincent was born on July 12, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio, and he peacefully left this world on August 12, 2025, at the age of 60. Vincent proudly served in the Marines. He is survived by his two daughters, Norel Crawford...

Aug 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son Prince Dossen, who was born on December 13, 2004, and entered eternal rest on August 12, 2025. Prince was a cherished resident of Columbus, Ohio, and he peacefully passed away at The James Cancer Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Though Prince did not have children, he...

Aug 11, 2025

Debra "Debbie" Lewis, age 71. Sunrise October 30, 1953 and Sunset August 11, 2025. Please keep the Lewis family in your prayers, as they prepare Debbie's obituary, which be updated at a later date. 

Aug 11, 2025

Ronald Kelley Sr., born May 18, 1955, and passed away August 11, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, was dearly loved and mourned by many. With heavy hearts, we announce the loss of Ronald Kelley Sr., who left this life on August 11, 2025, at age 70 in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Born on May 18, 1955, he was the cherished...

Aug 11, 2025

Kathleen (Mary Elizabeth) Payne-Henry, age 105, of Columbus, OH. Sunrise, April 4, 1920 in Pigeon Creek, Alabama and Sunset, August 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late William Payne and Eva (Mathis) Payne both of Pigeon Creek, Alabama.

Kathleen graduated from East High School in 1938 and went on to fulfill a nursing career...

Aug 10, 2025

Mayola Brock, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched every life she encountered, peacefully departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to family. Born in Holly Grove, Arkansas, Mayola moved to Mansfield, Ohio, as a young teenager. There, fate led her to the love of her life, James Melvin...

Aug 10, 2025

Charles Antonio Pack, lovingly known as "Charlie," was born on July 30, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, to William Richard Pack and Beatrice Pack. On August 10, 2025, Charlie peacefully left this world to take his place in paradise. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend whose kind heart and joyful spirit touched everyone he encountered.

As a child,...

Aug 9, 2025