Obituaries

Mary Ellen Tyler born October 13, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio. She went to rest in peace with her son and other family members on March 7, 2022.

Mary is preceded in death by her son, Eric; sister, Candy; brother, James Jr., and little James; and other family members.

Mary leaves to cherish her memories, mother, Saundra; father, James Sr.; son,...

On Tuesday March 8th, 2022, Lenora (Lennie) Faye Orton, age 70 entered an eternal slumber when she answered the summons and kept her appointment with our almighty Lord and Savior. She peacefully passed away in her home surrounded by her children and loving husband Deacon Matthew Orton of 48yrs.

Lenora was born July 28, 1951, to the late Reverend...

Ira Cross Jr. was born on March 25, 1942 in Greenville, Alabama to the late Ira and Ethlene Cross, and was the oldest of four children. In 1961, Ira moved to Columbus, Ohio. He transitioned peacefully on Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Ohio State University at the tender age of 79.

Ira, affectionately known for many names including “Slim”,...

Terry Eugene Reeves was born in Guam on April 18,1955 to Mary and Caloway Reeves Sr. He was the 4th oldest of 13 children. On March 7th, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital he rejoined his loving parents along with two of his brothers and two of his sisters.

Terry attended Columbus Public Schools. He was a Panther, He graduated from...

Charles J Bell, age 49. Sunrise January 17, 1973 and Sunset March 5, 2022.

Please pray for the family as they prepare the obituary.

Visitation 10:30 AM and Funeral Service 11:30 AM Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. Masks and Social Distancing are required.

Interment at Green...

Freeman Larry Howell, age 66, transitioned from mortal to eternal life on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, Columbus, Ohio, at the Crown Pointe Care Center. Freeman was the seventh of eight children born to the union of Reverend Clyde and Vera M. (Tisby) Howell, on September 20, 1955, Columbus, Ohio. Freeman was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings:

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Rickey Hairston Sr. was born March 13, 1950, to the late William and Ella Hairston. Rickey was also known as Hustleman.

Rickey graduated from East High School in 1970 where he played football and they won State Championship that year. Rickey also received a football scholarship to Central State University. Rickey decided to attend Bliss College where he obtained an...

Benjamin “Chuckie” Davis Jr went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on March 1, 2022 at the age of 71. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 4, 1951 to the late Benjamin and Sally Davis Sr.

Benjamin, affectionately known as Chuckie, was very talented in various areas, he loved dog training, drawing, and spending time with family. He...

Erika Louise (Kay) Polk was born on December 29, 1966, in Sherman, Texas. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio at a young age where she was reared by her mother, Jarvis Polk Marsh, and her step-father, Eddie Marsh. Erika was a 1985 graduate of Malabar High School, and a graduate of Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, where she majored in chemical engineering....

Leslie Michele Washington, age 50, of Columbus Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Friday February 25, 2022.

On June 9,2005, Leslie graduated from Columbus State Community College with an associate degree in Dental Hygiene. Just four years later, Leslie received her bachelor’s degree in Health Management with honors from Franklin University and became a dental hygienist.

Leslie worked...

Paul A. “Pop Itch” Williams went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. He was born May 21, 1949 to Robert and Evelyn Williams.

Paul attended Linden McKinley High School, as well as Columbus, State, and he received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University. Paul enjoyed doing so many things, fishing, hunting, and dancing. He...

Let’s begin by saying this is a celebration of life for Anthony “Dose” Valdez age 39. Anthony transitioned into eternal passing on February 22, 2022. He was born May 8, 1982 in Adrian, Michigan to Augustina Valdez Aboytes-Vega and Anthony Garcia. He was born to his parents, but we all know he had a special relationship with his grandparents. You...

Brenda Arlene Medley, 72, was born Brenda Arlene Sims in Columbus, Ohio on March 31, 1949 to the late Georgia Mae Sims and James Henry Sims, Sr.

Brenda attended Marion-Franklin High School and earned both a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Engineering and a Culinary Arts associate’s degree. As an Electrician Journeyman, Brenda was one of Ohio’s very first Black, female...

Jajuan Lamar Ball, affectionally known as “Bo”, was born March 1, 1985 in Columbus, Ohio at Grant Hospital. Jajuan gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, February 24, 2022.

Jajuan attended Columbus Public Schools. Bo was known for always wearing his shades and taking selfies. You could always find him on his phone and displaying a big smile.

Jajuan’s biggest accomplishment...

Mrs Maggie Thomas, 94, passed away on February 27, 2022 at Crystal Care Center Mansfield, OH. Maggie was born on June 16, 1927 in Columbus, MS to Jack Stinson and Adell Stinson.

A Mansfield resident of more than 65 years, Sister Maggie retired from Kaufmann’s Department Store. She was a devoted and active member of Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church...

Marion Jean Shoulders passed away peacefully at The Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Ashland, OH.

Jean was born on April 10, 1936 in Canton, Ohio. She attended Mansfield City Schools and graduated from Mansfield Senior High School.

Jean was the first African American cashier worker in Mansfield. She was employed by T&A Saveway, Fisher Fazio’s, Harman Electric Company and the...

Lucky Benjamin Ledbetter passed away unexpectantly On Tuesday, February 15th, 2022, He was born April 6, 1995, in Columbus, Ohio to Robert Flewellen and Donna Ledbetter.

Lucky will be remembered for all the times he put smiles on our faces and created laughter in our hearts. With all the adversities he may have endured in his short life, Lucky was...

“I Lived the Life I Sang About”

Godfrey Whitfield Christian was born on November 4, 1938, from the union of   George and Shirley Christian. Godfrey answered the call from his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ to come and take his rest on February 21, 2022.

Godfrey was fondly called “Mickey” by all those who loved him, was the eldest son...

Mrs. Evelyn Doris Dorsey, was born October 8, 1939 in Weston, GA and passed away on February 23, 2022 at Ohio Health Mansfield. Evelyn was employed with White Westinghouse for over 2 decades. She was a member of The Oasis of Love Church of God in Christ and served as a member on The Mothers Board. She and her husband...