Obituaries

Sandre Almashaqbeh, age 65. Sunrise November 17, 1955 and Sunset June 21, 2021.

Please pray for the family as they complete the obituary.

Services will be private.

Marvin Moore, age 66. Sunrise December 5, 1954 and Sunset June 16, 2021.

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Services will be private.

Xavier Ladonte France-Melton, Sunrise: January 2nd, 1994 Sunset: June 10th, 2021. Xavier had a contagious smile, a nurturing spirit, and a great sense of humor. His positive spirit made an impact in the lives of so many people; Xavier’s desire to love, support and protect through life led him to serving 8 honorable years in the United States Marine Corp...

William “Bro” Westley Royal, of Columbus, Ohio was born January 23, 1951 to William and Ermal Royal in Wheeling, West Virginia.  He was called home on June 16, 2021.

 

William was an honor graduate of Wellsburg High School, where he was a member of the Wellsburg Wrestling Team. After graduating from high school, he attended Marshall University and West...

Cathy Jean McKnight was born July 9, 1962, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Delores Hill and Freddie McKnight.

Cathy attended Columbus City Schools and earned a degree in Horticulture from North Adult Education Center. Cathy was a member of New Life United Methodist Church, and regularly volunteered at the United Methodist Free Store, Saint John’s Community Kitchen, and school...

Our beloved mother, sister, and friend who will forever be missed and loved. Our great Heavenly Father has now called her home where she can rest in Peace.

Gloria worked as an STNA over the years, she loved taking care of the elderly and cleaning. She also enjoyed cooking, bingo, and playing cards.

Gloria leaves to cherish three amazing children,...

Leann Petina “Tina” Nowlin, age 56, of Columbus, OH, went into eternal rest June 8, 2021 at her home. She was born March 11, 1965 in Columbus, OH as the daughter of Annie Nowlin.

Leann was preceded in death by her biological father, Willard Nowlin; brother, Eric Nowlin; and stepfather, Richard Jones.

“Tina” was what her family and friend affectionately...

Mr. Thomas Daniels, Jr. (Affectionately known as ‘Byrd’ by his family and friends), 70, transitioned this life on June 18, 2021. Thomas was born on March 29, 1951 in Dayton, OH to Jack Nesmith and June Thomas-Boykins (cared for by grandparents) Thomas J Daniels, Sr. and Eloise Daniels of Dayton, Ohio.

He is preceded in death by parents Jack (Catherine)...

John Jones, age 60. Sunrise January 8, 1961 and Sunset June 14, 2021.

John Mark Jones, age 60, was born January 8, 1961, in Columbus, OH to William Howard, Sr., and Janet Lee Jones.

John graduated from West High School. He was a cook at Hyatt Regency and worked for Sears.

John was preceded in death by parents, William Howard,...

Jayvon Gerald Smith Jr. affectionately known as Lil Jay, as well as Lil Hov, was born October 9, 1995. Jayvon departed this life on June 14, 2021 at the age of 25.

Jayvon Jr. was a product of Columbus Public Schools. Jayvon Jr. was a loving father and man. Jayvon Jr. had many special traits, one being an entrepreneur.

Jayvon...

“A precious one from us has gone. A voice we love is stilled. A place is vacant in our hearts, which can never be filled.”

Kendall Orlando Williams was born December 7, 1983 to Johnny Franklin Burks and Mary Elizabeth Williams in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Linden McKinley High School.

Kendall was a caring person with a heart of gold,...

Hattie Mae Parrish was born in Williamson, West Virginia on November 25, 1936 to Joe & and Annie Mae Parrish. As a child she attended the School for the Deaf & Blind, where she excelled in music and crafts. She often explained that she did not know that she was blind until she was 10 years old, because her parents...

Harold Eugene Stith Sr. was born August 26,1946 to the late DeLacy and Dorothy Stith. As a young boy he moved to Columbus, Ohio and was raised by Russell and Elsie Stith.

Harold was one of eight children. He entered into eternal rest at home on Thursday, June 17, 2021.

He served in the United States Army National Guard with...

Yvonda Jean Jones, a beautiful and generous mother of 10, was called home to Christ on June 4, 2021 at approximately 9:30pm. She was 61 years old.

Yvonda Jones was born July 24, 1959 in Huntington, West Virginia to the late mother, Mamie-Lee Jones and father, Arciedus. She is accompanied by her siblings, Gwen, Letha, Cindy, Bill, Debra, Sherry, David...

Janice Kaye (McGowan) Hale was born on January 20, 1955 to LQ and Virginia Mae McGowan in Mineral Wells, MS.

Janice was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend. Janice Kaye married the love of her life, Harvey Hale Sr, on February 19, 1983. She was a faithful employee of CDC Head Start, where she retired.

Blessed with...

Raymond L. Gibson, Sr. was born on June 20, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio to John and Wetona Gibson. He grew up on Miami Ave in Old Towne East.

Raymond graduated from East High School in Columbus, Ohio. He went into the U.S. Airforce where he served his country for 4 years as a teletype operator and was honorably discharged. After...

Jordan Hill, age 27. Sunrise March 4, 1994 and Sunset June 1, 2021.

Misty D. Reid was born December 21, 1976 in Columbus, Ohio. She is the only child from Brenda Reid and Paul Everett. She was raised in the Columbus area and attended Walnut Ridge Columbus public school. Misty began her work career early as a teenager where she was a faithful and dedicated worker at Church’s Chicken franchise. Later she continued...

Clinton Blossomgame Jr. affectionally known as “Uncle Punkin”, 64 was born on December 22, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Clinton and Mary F. Blossomgame. Clinton attended Mt. Carmel Baptized Church during his adolescent years under the leadership of the late Reverend Patterson.

Clinton Jr. was educated in the Columbus Public School System where he graduated from South High...