Obituaries

Catherine Gant was born on April 15, 1970 to Grace Christian (deceased) and Orlando Phillips in Queens, New York. Her mother’s only child, she was known by her loved ones as “Cathy.” Cathy attended New York City Public Schools and later earned an associate degree in Criminal Justice from Touro College. Throughout Cathy’s life, she cultivated a love of listening...

CSM Frederick O’Dell Bell, (Retired US Army), was born February 4, 1930, in Columbus, OH, to the union of Louis E. and Sarah L. Bell. He made his transition New Year’s Day, January 1, 2021.

Frederick is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Mirjana Bell, sister, Lula Mae Austin (Richard), brothers, John (Diane) Bell, Belleville, MI, and Rolen Bell.

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Oscar Aldridge, Sr. fell asleep and entered eternity at 87 on Sunday, July 18, 2021.  He was born January 15, 1934, in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late Willie and Grace Aldridge.  A devoted husband, he married Mildred Stringer in 1951 and remained married for 55 years until her death in December 2006.  Three children were born to their union, Oscar...

Oscar Aldridge Sr., age 87. Sunrise January 15, 1934 and Sunset July 18, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Aldridge family as they write the obituary for Oscar.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Saturday, July 31, 2021 at Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church, 3161 E 5th Ave. Interment at Northlawn Memory Gardens. Ministry of Comfort...

Doris J. Griffin, age 78 of Reynoldsburg Ohio, went to be with her Lord on July 9, 2021. Doris was born on November 30, 1942 in Opelika, Alabama to the late Willie C. and Nellie B. Reid.

 

Doris lovingly known as “Doll” by family and friends accepted Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and united with...

Katrisa Ann was born to Keith Pitts and Mary Powell on February 17, 1979 in Columbus, Ohio. She was the first born of fraternal twins.   She attended Columbus City Schools thru 10th grade and graduated at Mansfield Senior High School and attended North Central State College for early childhood development In Mansfield Ohio. Katrisa worked at Honeywell Industries as a...

Shanity Marie Curry was born in Columbus, Ohio to Teloa Curry(Lee) and Deric Stewart on May 20th 1984. Born at Doctor’s North @ 10:45 AM 8lbs 10oz 21 inches a beautiful baby she was. Growing up Shan a.k.a Muff loved to dance and sing. As she grew older she found an art in braiding hair and was very talented. She...

Esther Mae Hudson was born February 22, 1934 to the union of Rev. TJ and Lizzie Denson in Como, Mississippi. She relocated to Memphis with her family at an early age.

Esther accepted Christ at an early age. She was united in Holy Matrimony with her husband, Aaron Hudson Sr., who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in...

Florence was born on April 17, 1935 to the late Rueben and Mattie “Ruth” Woods in Boothton, Alabama. Early in life, she moved from Alabama and made Columbus, OH her new home.

Florence was a loving and caring person.  Her house was a place of refuge when needed, her front porch the meeting place. While Columbus was hone, she always...

Rasad Morrison Sr., age 40 was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 13, 1980 to Darlene Burris and Billy Morrison Sr. He passed away on June 24, 2021.

Rasad attended South High School. Being close to his family who he loved so dearly meant the world to him. He was very proud of the neighborhood where he grew up known...

Alice Annette Reynolds, age 61. Sunrise September 24, 1959 and Sunset July 6, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Reynolds family as they write the obituary for Alice.

Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Saturday, July 17, 2021 at Greater Ebenezer Cathedral of Praise Church , 2645 Fairwood Ave 43207. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial...

Sincere Akers, age 19, went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2021. He was born November 6, 2001. He was a loving son, father, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend, and neighbor.

Sincere was a graduate of Circleville High School. Sincere was keenly interested in the world around him and had hopes to travel before he became a father...

Richard Shepard was born September 27, 1926 in Columbus, Ohio where he attended Columbus Public Schools. He was also a part of Fly Town, where everyone knew him.

Richard worked for The Ohio State Fair Grounds for over 25 years. He later retired, and still attended the fair yearly with his son Rickey Shepard. He was a member of Church...

Boyden S. Estice was born on August 7, 1947 and departed on July 9, 2021. He was born in Columbus, Ohio to parents, Robert and Mary Estice.

Boyden was a graduate of East High School. Upon graduating high school, he attended Mahogany Valley Trade School for drafting located near Dayton Ohio. Boyden then entered the United States Army in February...

Diane Harris, age 65, was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 12, 1956 and departed this life on July 9th, 2021 at her home surrounded by her husband and children.

 

Diane worked for 33 years for the United States Postal Service as a mail clerk and retired in 2016. She enjoyed her retirement and kept busy. She spent her...

Leary Denise Cosby “Niecy” was born March 26, 1957 in Youngstown, OH to James Deriest and Clarice Cosby.

Denise graduated from North High School, class of ’76.

Denise gained her wings July 7, 2021. She will join her mother and father, James Deriest and Clarice Cosby; sister, Emma Lee Hunter-Long; and brothers, Donald and Willie Hunter in paradise.

Denise is...

Michael A. Brown age 50 was born July 28,1970 in Columbus, Ohio. He departed this life Saturday July 3, 2021. He was an entrepreneur and certified in HVAC and Welding. Michael enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved to smile and make those around him smile and laugh. Michael always saw the best in everyone.

Michael is...