Obituaries

Apr 23, 2026

Our beloved Beautiful Martha Jewel Hairston, age 80. Sunrise July 16, 1945 and Sunset April 23, 2026. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Friday, May 15, 2026 at Chapel of Peace - East, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read...

Apr 23, 2026

Apr 21, 2026

Deacon Larry Joe Riley Sr. departed this life on April 21, 2026. Larry was born in Columbus, Kentucky, to the late Fred Douglas and Julie Marion Riley.

He received his education at Franklin Junior High School and began his career at DCSC before spending many fulfilling years at Buckeye Steel. Larry completed individualized training program at Gram Tech. Larry joined...

Apr 21, 2026

Rosetta Wilson-Anderson was born on September 18, 1931 in Glen Alum. WVA. She departed this life on April 21, 2026 at the age of 94.

Over the years she worked as caregiver. Her faith was Holiness. She was the mother of five children.

She loved baseball, wrestling and music.

She is preceded in death by parents: Harden and Bertha Wilson; brothers: Bennie, Walter...

Apr 21, 2026

Kimberly Nicole Livingston, age 38. Sunrise May 9, 1987 and Sunset April 21, 2026. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Rhema Christian Center , 2100 Agler Rd.. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estates. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave. To read...

Apr 21, 2026

NaShelle Monique Mitchell, 33, passed away on April 21, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1992, in Mansfield, Ohio, to Jasen Mitchell and Cydney Yarbrough-Parence.

She was a proud graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, Class of 2010, and later continued her education at Madison Adult Education Center, where she earned her certification as a phlebotomist-an achievement that reflected her...

Apr 20, 2026

Erica Anita Robinson was born in Columbus, Ohio on September 6, 1975 and departed this earthly life suddenly on Monday, April 20, 2026. Erica received her formal incremental education from Columbus Public Schools and graduated from Eastmoor High School in 1994.

Spending years employed at Children’s Hospital in Behavior Health, she enjoyed the opportunity to serve and help others. Her last...

Apr 20, 2026

Antonio Maurice “Tony” Tatum was born on January 24, 1971, to Ms Patricia Tatum. He departed this life on April 20, 2026, at Ohio State University Hospital, at the age of 55.

Tony attended Centennial High School. He was a jack of all trades and worked various jobs, including driving dump trucks, factory work, masonry, construction, bounty hunting, security, and computer...

Apr 19, 2026

James Edward Davidson Jr., affectionately known as “Eddie,” was born on December 11, 1961, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Ola Mae Davidson and James Edward Davidson Sr.

Eddie was a proud graduate of Malabar High School. He had a lifelong love for bowling—a passion he developed as a child while watching his parents, who inspired his skill and appreciation for...

Apr 18, 2026

Gwendolyn Louise Wilson, 93 of Springfield, Ohio passed away April 18, 2026. She was born in Anniston, Alabama on June 8, 1932, to the late Troy Douglas Wattleton and Ruby L. Wattleton. She moved to Springfield Ohio at a young age with her mother and only brother.

Louise retired from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base after 44 years of service as...

Apr 17, 2026

Eliner Joyce Gibson transitioned from her earthly life and this world on Friday, April 17, 2026 after a long battle of illness with cancer.

She was born on June 7, 1946 in Columbus, OH to the union of Thomas Edgar and Eliner Laura Elizabeth Dudley. She was the fourth of seven siblings.

She attended the Columbus Public School System and...

Apr 17, 2026

Joyce Tyrone Robinson, age 88. Sunrise December 15, 1937 and Sunset April 17, 2026.

Born in Rock Island, TN, Joyce was raised in Pataskala, OH and later moved to Columbus, OH where she resided until her passing.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Robinson; parents Johnnie Harrison and James Harold, Sr.; her grandmother, Reather M. Gribble; and her brothers,...

Apr 17, 2026

Annie R. Lester passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026 in Columbus, OH. 

Mrs. Lester was born in Brownsville, TN (Haywood County) on October 8, 1938 to the late L.C. Clark and Orena Stanback.

Annie was an avid Bingo player. She was employed as a cook for the Kroger Grocery and the Headstart program. She was also employed at the Westinghouse Company until the company closed.

She...

Apr 17, 2026

Walter J. Wilborn was born on April 2, 1933, in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, to the late Thomas Wilborn and the late Nancy Alexander Wilborn Rhodes.

Walter attended school in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. After marrying his beloved wife, Laura Mae Jones, they moved to Columbus, Ohio, to start a life together.

Walter, better known as “Bunt,” a man who truly loved...

Apr 16, 2026

Elbert "Jay" Johnson. Sunrise: May 19, 1940 and Sunset: April 16, 2026. Jay lived a full and remarkable life. He touched the lives of everyone he met. He dedicated his life to the electrical trade, where he was known as a skilled and independable master electrician. He then passed down his knowledge and skills to his son's, grandsons and all...

Apr 16, 2026

Elder Robert Anthony Mix, age 78, was called home to be with the Lord on April 16, 2026 at Doctors West Hospital in Columbus, OH. Born on March 6, 1948, Elder Mix dedicated his life to the service of God and the advancement of his Kingdom. When he was 14 years old, Robert came to Columbus, OH to live with...

Apr 15, 2026

Terry Vondale Dixon , age 65, beloved son of Harry and Bessie Dixon was born on August 15, 1960 and departed this life on April 15, 2026. He was a life-long resident of Columbus, Ohio.

Terry was a proud member and graduate of Mohawk High School. He was a dependable and devoted worker and often said he would work until the...

Apr 15, 2026

Constance Ghee, age 78. Sunrise October 9, 1947 and Sunset April 15, 2026. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Ghee Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Constance (Connie)...

Apr 11, 2026

Leah Michele Watson and identical twin sister were born on September 1, 1985 to military man and stay at home father, George Harris and to Beverly Watson who was a Solid State Control Managing Director. Leah transitioned from this life on April 11, 2026. She now rests peacefully in the arms of our Heavenly Father.

Overcoming being orphaned at the...

Apr 11, 2026

Inez B McCruter was born on June 11, 1939 in Sawyerville, Alabama and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. She later moved to Mansfield, Ohio, her home where she spent most of her life. Inez passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength, unwavering faith, and a deep love for her family.She is survived by her only Son: Ivan M. Peoples and...