Obituaries
Big Mike
Jan 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lloyd Michael Brown
("Big Mike")
June 15, 1960 - January 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Lloyd Michael Brown, known affectionately to all as "Big Mike." A man of immense stature and even greater spirit, Mike departed this world leaving behind a legacy of laughter,...
Virginia Kendrick
Jan 2, 2026
Virginia Lee Kendrick
The sunrise on November 25th, 1963, sunset on January 2nd, 2026.
She's preceded in death by her parents, Sallie M. and Jessie L. Kendrick; Husband, Tracy Davis; Sisters; Jacqueline E. Kendrick and Tracy Wright; brothers; Wesley L. Rogers; Johnnie H. Kendrick; James L. Rogers; Jessie F. Kendrick; and James L. (Butch) Lott.
She leaves to cherish her memories by sisters;...
LaRon Shelley
Jan 2, 2026
LaRon Shelley was born on July 22, 1976, and peacefully transitioned from this life on January 2, 2026. He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend whose life was marked by love, laughter, faith, and unwavering dedication to his family.
LaRon was known affectionately by the nickname “LA,” given to him by his brother Reggie. The...
Timothy Ayers
Jan 2, 2026
Tim was the youngest child of five (5) children born to Deacon Samuel Ayers and Evangelist/Missionary Matilda McElroy Ayers in Chicago, Ill. He grew up within a joyful, Spirit-filled family. His father was a sanitation worker who grew fruit trees, grape vines, and huge gardens that fed the neighborhood as well as his family. During her missionary work in Haiti,...
Elizabeth Marsh "MeMe" Adkison
Jan 1, 2026
Elizabeth Marsh Adkison peacefully departed this earth on Thursday, January 1, 1026.
She was born on Saturday, February 5, 1944, to the late Willie and Lizzie Mae Marsh Sr. in Holly Springs, Mississippi. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio, in her early childhood. Elizabeth was a graduate of Mansfield High School. Elizabeth was a caring and loving mother, with profound and intense...
Darrin Layne
Dec 31, 2025
Darrin Terrell Layne was born August 18th, 1965. in Columbus, Ohio. He Graduated from Wheststone High School. Then later decided to join the Navy. He departed this life on December 31st, 2025. Darrin was preceded in death by father, Frederick Layne, Aunts, Terry Leslie, and Mitsu Bray. Darrin leaves to cherish his memories: wife, Loraine Layne; mother, Neoma Duckett; children,...
Ronald Kenley
Dec 30, 2025
Ronald C. Kenley Sr. was born on September 9, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio, to Buriness Kenley Sr. and Clara Kenley. Ronald transitioned to rest on December 30, 2025 and is now reunited with his parents.
Ronald attended Columbus West High School and graduated from Linden McKinley High School in 1971. He was a standout basketball player at both West and Linden...
Ernest Wayne Scott
Dec 29, 2025
The Light of God surrounds me; the Love of God enfolds me.
The Power of God protects me, the Presence of God
Watches Over Me. Wherever I am, God Is, and All Is Well.
Ernest Wayne Scott, affectionately known as “Wayne, Scotty, and Ernie,” was born on September 27, 1946, in Berlin Crossroads, Ohio, to the late Orville and Beulah (McDaniel) Scott. Wayne...
Franklin Delano Brazell
Dec 28, 2025
Franklin Delano Brazell, affectionately known as “Frank” and “Buddy Blade,” was born on April 21, 1938, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to the late Emma Pearl (“Madea”) and Lucious Brazell. He was the only son among four children. His sisters Marigold (Mary) and Vallentenia (Tina), preceded him in death; he leaves behind his beloved sister, Syria.
Frank was educated in the Chattanooga school...
Walter P. Monroe
Dec 28, 2025
Walter Monroe, affectionately known as Walt, was known throughout the city as the man who could fix anything. While his hands were able to craft a solution for every problem, his mind held a depth of knowledge earned through years of dedication, discipline, and pride in his craft. To know Walt was to know reliability. He took care of every...
Phyllis Manigoe
Dec 27, 2025
Phyllis Jane Manigoe was the only child born to Douglas Jackson and Susie Truss in Springfield, Ohio. She grew up in a loving home with both parents present. Phyllis loved everyone she came in contact with. She was full of life always joking, doing funny facial gestures which her favorite was sticking out her tongue.
Phyllis grew up in Springfield, Ohio...
Joshua Bell
Dec 26, 2025
Josh was born on August 12, 1990, at Mt. Carmel Hospital to parents Dr. Keith and Toni Bell. He attended Lincoln Elementary and Middle School South in Gahanna, where he participated in track, football, and basketball. He then attended Gahanna Lincoln High School, where he played basketball and football. Josh graduated from Gahanna Lincoln in 2009 and went on to...
Jacqueline Henry
Dec 26, 2025
Jacqueline “Jackie” Henry was born on June 13, 1954, and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She was one of ten siblings and grew up surrounded by family and strong bonds. Jackie dedicated many years of her life to working in the transportation industry, where she found purpose in helping others, offering assistance to those in need, and building meaningful, lasting relationships.
She...
James Bonham
Dec 25, 2025
James Elbert Bonham peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 25, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife and two daughters. Born on October 31, 1957 in Mansfield, Ohio to the late JD Bonham and Vivian Chester (Feagin).
James was a loving, devoted, and compassionate husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, mentor, and friend. James attended and graduated from Malabar High...
District Elder Garfield Parker
Dec 25, 2025
District Elder Garfield Parker, age 75, transitioned to his heavenly home on Christmas night, Thursday, December 25, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1950, in Monroeville, Alabama, the son of Arlestian Parker and Bernice Parker Rogers. He attended Booker T. Washington Schools, where he excelled in sports and music. He was a graduate of Springfield High School and Enon...
Melvin Turner
Dec 24, 2025
Melvin Turner Jr., lovingly known as “Pop,” was born on September 28, 1977, in Brooklyn, NY. He departed this life on December 24, 2025, in Cleveland, OH. A son whose presence could fill any room, Melvin lived a life marked by love, laughter, loyalty, and an unmistakable spirit that touched everyone blessed to know him.
He was preceded in death by...
Allen Bryant
Dec 24, 2025
Allen L. Bryant was born July 18, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio. He attended South High School. Allen was employed by the State of Ohio as a custodian.
Allen was a kind and caring person. He would give you the shirt off his back, then, when you weren’t looking, he would take it back. He was always happy to see family and...
Louise Countryman
Dec 24, 2025
LOUISE LAVONNE COUNTRYMAN, daughter of the late Clinton Moat Jackson and Catherine Jackson-Scott, was born December 26, 1945, in Chester, Pennsylvania. She went peacefully to be with the Lord on December 24, 2025. She received her formal education in the school districts of Media, Pennsylvania; Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated in 1966 from Newark High School in Newark, Ohio.
An industrious worker,...
Milton Green
Dec 24, 2025
Milton James Green was born in Hamilton County, Ohio, on December 12th, 1941, and was called to his heavenly home on December 24th, 2025. Milton graduated from East High School in Columbus, Ohio, and went on to earn Graduate Degrees from HBCU Central State and The Ohio State University. Milton completed Mortuary School and worked for the Franklin County Coroner's...
Jackie Muriel Smith
Dec 23, 2025
Elder Jackie Muriel Smith, Sr. was born on December 30, 1943, in Eckman, West Virginia. In 1960, his family moved to Columbus, Ohio, where he attended and graduated from Linden-McKinley High School.
Upon relocating to Columbus in 1960, Elder Smith became a member of the Original Glorious Church. In 1962, at 524 E. Long Street, he received the gift of the...
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