Obituaries

Jul 14, 2025

Jul 13, 2025

Freddie Hicks was a loving father, devoted brother, and a steadfast provider. Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Freddie passed away on July 12, 2025, at the age of 64-still young in spirit and full of love.

He leaves behind a legacy of strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to his family. Freddie was a hard worker— relentless, passionate, and driven....

Jul 13, 2025

Woodrow Amos was born on March 18, 1956, in Troy, Alabama, to Mae Ida Amos and Roosevelt Amos. His parents soon after relocated to Columbus, Ohio, and had seven more children. As a young boy, Woodrow was always curious and busy with his hands, taking apart TVs and radios and putting them back together. He loved to build and fix...

Jul 12, 2025

Nancy Rae Gray-Jones, November 1, 1964 - July 12, 2025, was unexpectedly called home Saturday, July 12, 2025. Nancy was born in Charleston, West Virginia, from a beautiful union of her parents, Clifton Gray and Martha Wanda Gray.

Nancy was free spirited, charismatic, and big-hearted. She had an infectious smile that could light up a room. The thing that Nancy loved...

Jul 11, 2025

Elsie Juanita Hull Richardson departed this life on Friday, July 11, 2025. She was born on May 5, 1929, in Columbus, Ohio, the daughter of Corrine Pritchett Strickland and Ermon Strickland.

Elsie married Charles C. Hull, and to this union, they had three children: Sarah, also known as L. Hull-Mabra, Mabra-Cloud, Bruce Hull, and Michael Hull. Later in life, she married...

Jul 11, 2025

Jul 10, 2025

Joan Barrington Harris was born May 17, 1934, in Harlem Hospital in Manhattan, New York, to the late Winfield Robert and Emma Thomas Barrington. She passed away at the age of 91 on Thursday, July 10, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio.

Joan was a lifelong learner who graduated from the New York City Public School system and earned her registered nurse degree...

Jul 10, 2025

Norma Jean Leonard was born in Huntington, W. VA. to Julia Antoinette White and Samuel Lee Leonard on November 17, 1935. Norma was the oldest of 4 siblings, Samuel Lee Leonard, Jr. (deceased), Calvin Louis Leonard of Elkton, Florida, and John Burniss Starnes (whereabouts unknown). Norma is preceded in death by her parents, Julia and Samuel Leonard, her husband, Martin...

Jul 10, 2025

Frederick Sturkie, affectionately known by his family and friends as "Butter Beans," "Bazal," and "Deputy Dog," was born April 27, 1962, in Anniston, Alabama, to Fannie Pearl Wiley and Olen Ford Sturkie. Frederick was a family man at heart. A true momma’s boy, he lovingly helped care for his siblings while his mother worked, always stepping in with compassion, love,...

Jul 10, 2025

Honoring the Life & Legacy of Kerll Lee King

Kerll L. King was born on February 18, 1935, in Columbus, Ohio, to William and Mahalie King. He departed this world to take his place in Heaven on July 10th ,2025. Kerll was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Kerll developed a strong work ethic early in life, beginning...

Jul 9, 2025

Rotisha Lynette Roebuck was born on March 10,1986 in Columbus, Ohio along with her twin brother Roshawn Leon Roebuck. They were born to the parents of Sheila Renee Steward and Roosevelt Tucker.

Rotisha graduated from Northland High School. She worked several different jobs, such as Walmart, Kroger and the AMT Group with MRDD patients. However, her true passion was her artwork....

Jul 9, 2025

James A. Jacobs, of Columbus Ohio passed away on July 9, 2025, at age 85. He was born on July 29, 1939, in Columbus Ohio and was the son of Clarence and Margaret Jacobs.

He worked at Jacobs & Son Moving and Storage/Accelerated Laboratory Logistics from 1954-2004 (70 years). Jim started working as a mover at the family business at age...

Jul 8, 2025

Sarah A. Smith peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Born on September 20, 1938, in Barnesville, Georgia—just outside of Atlanta—Sarah was the beloved daughter of Julius and Daisy O'Neal and is one of fourteen siblings.

Sarah accepted Christ at an early age, and throughout her life, He remained her anchor by guiding her steps,...

Jul 7, 2025

Willie James Henderson, affectionately known as “Brother,” passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 79. A proud veteran, loving husband, supportive father, and loyal friend, Willie’s life was rich in love, laughter, and purpose.

Born on April 24, 1946, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Willie and Minnie Henderson, he graduated from East High...

Jul 7, 2025

The life and legacy of Pastor Emeritus Jack Russell Marbury began January 5, 1942, in Fayette County, Cardale, Pennsylvania. He, however, was raised in Republic, Pennsylvania. Rev. Marbury was the fifth child of Dorothy Marbury. He graduated from Redstone High School in Republic, Pennsylvania, class of 1960, where he excelled in sports, particularly football. He attended Lincoln University of Missouri...

Jul 6, 2025

It is with a mixture of sorrow and joy that we announce the passing of Jerry Cartharn, a beloved father, devoted community member, and dedicated servant of God. Jerry was born on April 19, 1949, in Tchula, Mississippi, and departed this life peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, where he had made his home.Jerry was known for his...

Jul 6, 2025

Ruby Lee (Page) Hollowell was born on July 24, 1930, in Greensboro, Alabama to Mel Lee (Coleman) Page and Josh Page. Born into a time of both hardship and hope, Ruby’s early years were shaped by the post-Reconstruction era’s promises and struggles. Like many African American families seeking new opportunities and a better life, her family became part of the...

Jul 6, 2025

Canzada Regina Hughes, affectionately known as Candy, was born on November 25, 1974, in Carrollton, Georgia, to Katie Billie Jean Hughes and Calvin Hughes Sr. She passed away peacefully from natural causes on July 6, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Candy was a devoted and loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, embodying the true essence of friendship. Her radiant smile...

Jul 5, 2025

Dana Lavelle Geovanni Vann, son of Dana Allen and Stacy Vann, was born on October 29, 1989, in Cleveland, Ohio. He departed this life unexpectedly on July 5, 2025.

In his early years, he was educated in the Cleveland Public School System. After his family moved to Columbus, Ohio, Dana attended the Columbus Public School System. He received his G.E.D. in...

Jul 4, 2025

Cameron Dante Zi'on Moore was born Tuesday, April 1, 2008, in Columbus, Ohio, to Danielle C. Hill and Carter Alex Moore Jr.

He departed this life on July 4, 2025, at The Ohio Health Grant Medical Center. Cameron was preceded in death by Grandmothers D. Rue Monroe-Jackson, Marie Souel-Hill, Uncle Dante' M. Hill, and his Momma Dee: Deirdra Brown

Cameron had a...