Obituaries

Jun 7, 2026

Joyce Marie Otler, age 72. Sunrise July 27, 1953 and Sunset June 7, 2026. Please keep the family in your prayers, as they prepare Ms. Otler's obituary.

Jun 6, 2026

It is with great sadness that we must announce the departure of our beloved mother, aunt, cousin and friend; the matriarch of our family.Dorothy Jane Burton-Carr, age 88, was born on June 1, 1938 to the late Joseph Holmes Sr., and the late Geneva Swain-Holmes in Louisville, KY. She earned her wings on Saturday June 6, 2026 at home surrounded...

Jun 6, 2026

Jun 6, 2026

Eleanor Brown age 90. Sunrise October 27,1935 in Jackson, Mississippi and Sunset, June 6,2026 in Columbus, Ohio. Eleanor transitioned peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.

Eleanor was a proud graduate of Lanier High School in Jackson, Mississippi. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio at the age of 27 where she worked, retired and resided for many years before moving to Columbus,...

Jun 5, 2026

Javier Vargas-Mejia, age 59. Sunrise September 12, 1966 and Sunset June 5, 2026.

Jun 5, 2026

Lourie Gean Jackson was born on August 27, 1948, to David Hill Jr. and Vera Lee Hill in Bonita, Louisiana. She entered into eternal rest on June 5, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. A devoted Christian, Lourie accepted Christ at an early age. She graduated from Union High School in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, and furthered her education at Grambling...

Jun 4, 2026

Faye Elizabeth Beckett, age 83. Sunrise February 4, 1943 and Sunset June 4, 2026. Please keep the family in prayer, as they prepare Ms. Beckett's obituary.

Jun 3, 2026

Louis Edward McArver, affectionately known as "Peter" or "Monk," peacefully departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and cherished memories. He was born on May 23, 1952, to the late Edward Horace McArver and Bernice Caldwell.

Louis was a man who found joy in life's simple pleasures. A true lover of Christ, he read his scripture...

Jun 2, 2026

Michael was born on January 5, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio. On June 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and cherished memories, Michael peacefully entered eternal rest at The James Cancer Hospital.

Preceded in death by his beloved parents: James Smith and Vera Smith Armstrong and grandson: D'Ante Smith.

Michael's journey began in Columbus before relocating to Los Angeles,...

Jun 2, 2026

Frances Marie (Bush) Eberhardt February 24, 1934 – June 2, 2026 Frances Marie (Bush) Eberhardt, age 92, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 24, 1934, Frances lived a life marked by kindness, strength, faith, and devotion to those she loved. 

She touched countless lives through her warm spirit, generous heart,...

Jun 2, 2026

Rodney Kevin Smith, 69, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on August 1, 1956, in Columbus, Ohio, Rodney attended East High School and later continued his education at the University of Findlay, where he proudly played football. His dedication, discipline, and team spirit on the field reflected the values that would guide him...

Jun 1, 2026

McGlenard Ivano Hairston Sr., 80, passed away on June 1, 2026. McGlenard was born on June 25, 1945 in Keystone, WV to Samuel Hairston and Iown Hairston. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this time. 

May 31, 2026

"Hold on, Pray On, Preach On, Sing On just a little while longer, because everything is going to be alright." - A song Frankie faithfully sang every First Sunday.

On March 16, 1932, God blessed the world with the life of Frankie Beatrice White, born to Eugene and Easter Campbell in Helena, Arkansas. For 94 years, she walked this earth...

May 30, 2026

Our beloved Christopher Aaron Frazier age 47, passed away on May 30, 2026, after a long battle of cancer. Chris was born on February 12, 1979, in Columbus, Ohio to Calvin Frazier and the late Cathy (Gore) Frazier. Chris is the youngest of 16 grandchildren and grew up with his brother Cal on the West side of Columbus.

Chris loved his...

May 30, 2026

Brandi Renee Green, age 42, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly on May 30, 2026. While her passing was sudden, her life was full of light and love.

She was born on December 9, 1983, in Columbus, Ohio, to Greg Croft and Deborah Green. Brandi spent her youth growing up between Connecticut and Columbus, ultimately graduating from Brookhaven High School in...

May 30, 2026

Dr. Patrice Palmer, affectionately known to many as “Peaches” and “Dr. P,” departed this life on May 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by extraordinary resilience, unwavering faith, transformative leadership, and boundless compassion. She was 64 years old.

A Life of Redemption, Purpose, and Faith

Dr. Palmer’s life stands as a remarkable testament to the power of redemption, perseverance, and divine...

May 28, 2026

Sylvia B. Watkins Miller, affectionately known as "Mu" and/or "Bren," departed this life surrounded by her loving family on May 28, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. A cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend, Mu leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and service that will forever live in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her. A...

May 28, 2026

Tonya Marie Jackson, lovingly known as "Tammy," was born on November 7, 1965, in Columbus, Ohio, to Sonja Marie Finch and Stephen Eugene Jackson. Tammy departed this life peacefully on May 28, 2026.

Tammy graduated from Reynoldsburg High School in 1984, where she proudly participated in track and field. She was known for her warm heart, vibrant spirit, and the deep...

May 27, 2026

Wesley William Easley, age 64. Sunrise April 5, 1962 and Sunset May 27, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. 

May 26, 2026