Obituaries

Rosemary Palmer

Rosemary Palmer

Jun 25, 2025

Rosemary Palmer, 69, passed away peacefully at her home on June 25, 2025, in Mansfield, Ohio.

Born Rosemary Wilson in Brownsville, Tennessee, on July 18th, 1955, to Dollie Ruth Wilson and James Wilson. Rosemary was raised in Chicago, Illinois, where she spent most of her childhood and adult life. In 1994, she moved to Mansfield, Ohio, where she built a new...

James Childs

James Childs

Jun 24, 2025

Mr. James (Atiba) LaVerne Childs Sr was born October 26, 1935, in Flint Michigan. The son of John Wesley Childs Sr and Myrtle (Stewart) Childs. James graduated from Northern High School in Flint Michigan. Following graduation James enlisted in the Army for 4 years stationed in Korea. After his military responsibilities he attended The University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit...

Linellan Hagans

Linellan Hagans

Jun 23, 2025

Linellan Hagans, 69 of Pickerington, Ohio, departed this life suddenly on June 23, 2025. Born on July 29, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio, to Nellie Mae Collins and Willie Joe Collins. Linellan grew up in the Village of Urbancrest, Ohio. She attended Grove City and Linden McKinley High School. She graduated from the Columbus School of Practical Nursing in 1983, earning...

James Church

James Church

Jun 22, 2025

James E (Pooka, Marvin) Church entered his eternal rest after a short battle with lung cancer, June 22, 2025, with the love of his life and his sister, Bonita, by his side. James was born on November 3, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Andrew (Kirk) Davis and Betty (Lou Lou) Church.

James attended Massillon High School in Massillon, Ohio....

DeWayne LiGans

DeWayne LiGans

Jun 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of DeWayne Mario LiGans Sr.

Sunrise: November 5 , 1963 – Sunset: June 21, 2025, Age: 61

DeWayne Mario Ligans, a beloved father, devoted family man, and proud Marine, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. He was a source of strength, humor, and unwavering love to all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents;...

Annie Townsend-Barnett

Annie Townsend-Barnett

Jun 20, 2025

Annie Mae Townsend-Barnett, born on December 07, 1967, to parents Willie C. Townsend and Frances Mae Townsend (Kelly) in Chester, PA, peacefully passed away at home on June 20th, 2025.

Annie is preceded in death by her mother and father, Willie and Frances Townsend, mother-in-law Maylee Barnett, brother Willie C. Townsend Jr, sister Annette Townsend, grandchild Hezekiah, uncles Edward, James, Marvin,...

Joseph Draughon

Joseph Draughon

Jun 20, 2025

Joseph Draughon Jr, affectionately known as "Pumpkin" and "Can't get right" was born to the late Helen James and Joseph Draughon Sr. on October 7, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio. As a child Joe enjoyed summers in North Carolina with his aunts, uncles, and cousins. From an early age he fell in love with basketball and was an excellent player. He...

Vilma Hylton

Vilma Hylton

Jun 20, 2025

Vilma P. Hylton, 77, went Home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2025, surrounded by peace in the home she cherished for nearly 40 years.Born on February 17, 1948, in Colón, Panama, Vilma was known for her strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family.While in Panama, Vilma was supported by the Wall family, who witnessed her deep...

Donna Gudger

Donna Gudger

Jun 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donna Jean Gudger

November 15, 1957 – June 20, 2025

Donna Jean Gudger was born on November 15, 1957, and peacefully departed this earth surrounded by loved ones on June 20, 2025, following a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Early Life and Education

Donna grew up on the east side of Columbus, Ohio, with her loving parents, James and Annabelle...

Freddie Morgan

Freddie Morgan

Jun 19, 2025

Freddie Lee Morgan was born on June 17, 1939 in Logan, West Virginia to the union of Mary Ella Blockson and Andrew Lester Morgan. He was the 2nd oldest of 5 children and at 11 years of age his family moved from West Virginia to Columbus, Ohio.

He graduated from Central High School and attended evening classes at Franklin University.

His love...

Willie Neal

Willie Neal

Jun 19, 2025

Willie Anthony Neal, 65, passed away on June 19th, 2025. Willie was born in Greenville, South Carolina, on October 2, 1959, to Deloris Neal and Ralph Fleming. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1979. He later met the love of his life, his wife Christine, and they got to share 39 amazing years of marriage.

A devoted husband, father, and...

Elaina Yvonne Shipp

Elaina Yvonne Shipp

Jun 18, 2025

Elaina Yvonne Shipp was born March 9th, 1947, to John and Barbara Shipp Jr. A proud graduate of Columbus East High School class of 1965.

Elaina attended DeVry University and Columbus State Community College with a focus on Criminal Justice. Elaina’s first and long-lasting love was art. Her creativity and artistry were outstanding. Her drawings were gallery standard. Elaina held many...

Jerome Evans Sr.

Jerome Evans Sr.

Jun 18, 2025

Jerome Evans Sr., AKA “The Kidd,” transitioned into his new body on June 18th, 2025.

Born in Youngstown, Ohio, March 15, 1953, to Will and Louise Evans.

Jerome graduated from Rayen High School in 1971. He was reserved and laid back. He enjoyed Video games, Top Gun, Martial Arts, and Karate Movies. One of his favorite hobbies was Chess, and in his...

Levon  Lee Johnson

Levon Lee Johnson

Jun 17, 2025

Levon Lee Johnson, age 59, a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at St. Ann’s Hospital, Westerville, OH. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the many lives he touched.

Levon’s life on earth began in Meridian, Mississippi, on May 30, 1966. He is...

Henrietta Rodriquez

Henrietta Rodriquez

Jun 17, 2025

Henrietta Rodriguez was born on February 22, 1947 in Columbus Ohio to Celia and Ellis Hampton and God came and took her hand and took her to her resting place on June 17, 2025 at age 78 years old.

She was preceded in death by her Mother and Father Ellis Sr. and Celia Hampton, Brother Ellis Hampton Jr. Daughter Yvonne Hampton,...

Desmond Douglas

Desmond Douglas

Jun 15, 2025

It is with great sadness the family of Desmond A. Douglas, affectionately known as “Clubby” or “Beige” announces his passing on June 15, 2025, in Ohio. He was 70 years old.

Desmond relocated to Ohio in the 1990’s and spent his years there among his loving brother Hubert “Jr.” and the extended family of Felecia Kamara.

He was predeceased in death by...

Larry Anderson

Larry Anderson

Jun 14, 2025

Deacon Larry Jerome Anderson was born July 21, 1951, in Pineville, Louisiana, to Sam Anderson Sr. and Jennie B. Anderson. Deacon Anderson passed away at Crystal Care Center of Ashland on June 14, 2025, at the age of 73.

Deacon Anderson matriculated through the Rapides Parish School District, graduating from Crepe Myrtle High School in 1969. He furthered his education at...

Collette Michelle Bowers

Collette Michelle Bowers

Jun 14, 2025

"Mishie" was one of the first of many children born and raised by the Hilltop Community in a time when everyone knew who everyone was, where they lived, and what they did or did not do for a living. If young ones stepped out of line, the parents or guardians knew about it before the children got home. She could...

Lucinda Denise Davis

Lucinda Denise Davis

Jun 13, 2025

Lucinda Denise Davis, 55, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, in her home. She was born on September 22, 1969, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Earl and Geneva Walker. She later grew up in Columbus, Ohio.

To her kids (Miquel, Malika, and Mia), she was a Superwoman. The hero who raised her kids to be the best, she did an amazing...

Dionne Stewart

Dionne Stewart

Jun 13, 2025

Dionne Linette Stewart, born March 18, 1970, in Lima, Ohio, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with Sickle Cell Disease. She transitioned from this life with her beloved sister Toni holding her hand and her devoted daughter by her side-a reflection of the deep love and connection she shared with her family.

She was the beloved daughter...