Obituaries

James Curtis (J.C.) Fitz was born on July 17, 1932 in the Chaires Community in Tallahassee, Florida.  James was the thirteenth child born in this union to Nathaniel “Partner” and Dallie Mae Harris Fitz.  James transitioned into eternal rest on Saturday, September 4, 2021.

James confessed Christ as his personal savior at St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church at an...

Torian Davis Bailey, affectionately known as “Tory” was born May 1, 2000; and passed away September 1, 2021.

Tory graduated from Pickerington Central High School in 2018. He went on to study at Ohio University, where he majored in Business Finance. He attended Grace Fellowship Church in Pickerington Ohio with his friends. Attending service was not only enjoyable but was...

Roy David Draughon, Sr., born August 28, 1949, was the 14th of 15 children born to Reverend Eddie and Avetta Draughon in Dunn, NC. He moved to Columbus, Ohio in 1963 and matriculated through Franklin Junior High School and graduated from East High School in 1967. At East High School he played football and also was so fast on the...

Stephanie Jo Haley, 64, passed this life to be with the Lord on September 3, 2021 after a long illness. Stephanie was born on November 30, 1956 in Mansfield, OH to Willie Feagin Jr and Mattie G. Feagin. Stephanie lived in Mansfield all of her life. She loved to work. She gave her life to Christ Mothers Day 1995 and...

Cynthia Edwards, age 68. Sunrise June 4, 1953 and Sunset August 27, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Edwards/Bell Family as they write the obituary for their mom.

Private Visitation 9:00am and Private Funeral Service 10:00am Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Marlan Gary Funeral Home, The Chapel of Peace North 2500 Cleveland Ave.   Mask and Social Distancing...

Glaadis Maurice “Huggie” Moody was born to Thomas G. Moody and Joyce M. Johnson on November 29, 1975 in Columbus, Ohio. He left this world to go onto his final resting place on August 29, 2021.

Huggie attended Briggs High School where he discovered his passion for art and music. When he wasn’t in his creative space, Huggie enjoyed learning....

Geraldine Haynes, age 64, born January 13, 1957 in Warren, Ohio.  She departed this life to be with the Lord after an extended illness, on Sunday, August 29, 2021. 

Growing up she attended Hoyt Street CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST, where she was baptized & accepted the Lord at an early age. She was a very faithful, active, willing...

Charles Carlton “Cotton” James, a loving son, brother, uncle, father, and friend was born July 3, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio.

Charles was a graduate of East High School, then went on to serve in the United States Army. While growing up Charles was a member of Refuge Baptist Church. For many years he worked as a Bellman at various hotels...

Teresa Lyn Webster, age 43. Sunrise October 9, 1977 and Sunset August 28, 2021.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE MANSFIELD, 753 McPherson St., 44903. Interment at Mansfield Cemetery.

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Juanita Wilder began this earthly life on April 12, 1940. She was the proud daughter of the late Curlene Summerville and Willie Charles Williams, Sr. of Panola, AL. Juanita attended North Sumter High School in Panola, AL.

Juanita married the late Franklin D. Wilder and three children were born of this union. Juanita professed Christ at an early age while...

Donna Jean Henry, age 66, dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friends, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 29, 2021 at Grant Medical Center.

Donna, also known as “Bones” by all those who loved her, loved traveling, watching tv, visiting different places, attending gatherings, and spending quality time with family and friends. Donna was also a...

Marian Elaine Cooke, age 77. Sunrise March 30, 1944 and Sunset August 22, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Cooke family as they write the obituary for Marian.

Graveside Service 12:00 PM Friday, September 3, 2021 at Green Lawn Cemetery, 1000 Greenlawn Ave. Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL...

Marilyn Louise Boykin, age 48. Sunrise October 1, 1972 and Sunset August 26, 2021.

Visitation 5:00 PM and Memorial Service 6:00 PM Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at St. John AME Church, 7700 Crosswoods Drive.

Please pray for the Boykin family as they prepare the obituary.

Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH,...

Craig Moten, Jr, age 51. Sunrise February 16, 1970 and Sunset August 29, 2021.

Please pray for the family as they prepare the obituary.

Visitation 1:00pm and Funeral 2:00pm Saturday, September 4, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.

 

Trevenna Arminta Bell-Partridge, Age 56. Sunrise, February 23, 1965. Sunset, receiving her wings into eternal life, August 28, 2021.

 Trevenna (Venna), was a graduate of Columbus West High School and attended Columbus State Community College. She was a lifelong member of Shiloh Baptist Church, Columbus, Ohio, where she participated in the Girl’s Usher Board and Children’s Choir, as...

Denia Scott-Goins, age 57. Sunrise December 27, 1963 and Sunset August 25, 2021.

Please pray for the family as they prepare the obituary.

Memorial Service 11:00am Friday, September 3, 2021 at Christian Valley, 3330 Scottwood Road.

On Tuesday the angels gave Teresa a call to perfect peace and healing.

She is preceded in death by her twin Terry Morris Sr.; brother, Kevin Bryant, parents, Barbara Pace Morris and Van Morris.

She leaves to cherish her memory brother, William (Denise) Bryant; sister, Michalynn Thompson; special nephew, Demetrius (Danielle) Bryant, also Elijah Bryant, Avery Bryant, Terry Morris Jr...