Obituaries
Michael Sylvester Richards
Sep 13, 2026
Michael S. Richards, affectionately known as Mike, was born on July 27, 1956, to Eugenie England and James Richards. On September 13, 2026, Michael departed this life at Mount Carmel East, surrounded by the love and presence of close family and friends.
Michael graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in Queens, New York. As a young man, he proudly served his...
Norma Jean (Crittenden) Gates
Sep 13, 2026
Norma Jean (Crittenden) Gates
Norma Jean "Jean" (Crittenden) Gates, 94, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born October 10, 1931, in Gary, Indiana, to Velma Robertson.
Jean accepted Christ at an early age. As a young girl, she participated in religious, recreational, and arts-and-crafts activities at the historic John Stewart Memorial Settlement House. She later became...
Kevin Kee
Sep 13, 2026
Kevin Kee was born on May 26, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio, to Adam and Ollie Kee. He entered the world as the older of twin boys, alongside his beloved fraternal twin brother, Kenneth Kee.
Kevin graduated from Central High School in 1979 and continued his education at The Ohio State University, where he earned his degree. A true Renaissance man, Kevin...
Jessica Lynn Smith
Sep 12, 2026
Jessica “Lynn” Smith was born on November 30, 1987, in Columbus, Ohio, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. On September 12, 2026, Lynn answered God’s call and peacefully went home to be with the Lord.
Lynn was a loving mother of three handsome sons who were truly the center of her world. She cherished spending time with her children...
Robert Lee Harrell
Sep 12, 2026
Robert Lee Harrell, 98, was born on September 5, 1928, and entered eternal rest on September 12, 2026. He was the third child of the late Henry L. Harrell Sr. and Jimmie Lee Harrell of Ty Ty, Georgia. Robert passed away peacefully at the Harrell home, surrounded by the loving care of his wife and family.
He went to elementary...
Jeffrey Davis
Sep 11, 2026
Jeffrey Davis was born into the loving family of John L. and Lula B. Davis on August 17, 1954.
Jeffrey came of age in Mansfield, Ohio, where he attended Mansfield Church of Christ with his family. He was known as an intellectually curious young man with a thirst for knowledge and a penchant for occasional rebellion. Jeffrey graduated from Malabar...
Carl Edward Moorer Sr.
Sep 11, 2026
Carl "Smoke" Moorer, Sr. was born on December 8, 1980 to Charlie Moorer and Clara Mae Moorer. He departed this life on September 11, 2026.
Carl was an intelligent young boy growing up, often tagged behind his siblings and cousins in Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio until he could forge his way of life. Carl enjoyed collecting cars, training dogs, partying...
Clara Mae Holland
Sep 10, 2026
Clara Mae (Stinson) Holland, age 94, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, at Maple Knoll Nursing Home in Springdale, Ohio. She was born on November 2, 1931, in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of Roger and Opal C. (Wells) Stinson.
Clara Mae was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband of 49 years, Lasaunders Holland, Sr., her brothers,...
Letitia Ann Haag
Sep 8, 2026
Letitia Ann Haag was born on February 27, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Herbert and Pernilla Mae Coleman. She attended Mohawk Junior-Senior High School, where she received her diploma on June 6, 1978. Letitia was a proud member of Mohawk's final graduate senior class.
Following high school, Letitia continued her education at Columbus Technical Institute (CTI), where she earned...
Cerinity Da'Jour Nicks
Sep 8, 2026
Cerinity Da’Jour Nicks passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026, at the age of 22. Born on October 30, 2003, in Huntington, WV, Cerinity departed this world the same way that she lived it, surrounded in love by her closest family and friends.
Cerinity was a perfect example of resilience, determination, independence and goal setting. As a 2022 graduate of KIPP...
Mary Joan Fannin
Sep 7, 2026
With great sadness, Mary Joan Fannin passed away on the morning of September 7, 2026, at the age of 85.
Mary was born on May 24, 1941, in Atlanta GA, to John Fannin Sr and Lillie Hightower. She was the second of five children and is remembered by her twin siblings' Doris Turner and Donald Fannin.
Mary moved from Atlanta,...
Illa Mary Daniels
Sep 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Illa Mary Daniels
June 15, 1934 - September 7, 2026
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Illa Mary Daniels, who entered eternal rest on Labor Day, September 7, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center, at the age of 92.
Born on June 15, 1934, in Columbus, Ohio, to Juanita...
Robert Eugene Watkins Sr.
Sep 7, 2026
With love, gratitude, and cherished memories, we celebrate the life and legacy of Robert E. Watkins, a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, veteran, and friend. Robert lived a life marked by service, family, laughter, and an unmistakable ability to bring people together.
Robert answered the call to serve his country in 1970 when he joined the United States Marine Corps. He...
Marques Jai'metrius Tunstall
Sep 6, 2026
Marques Jai'metrius Tunstall, age 20, Passed away on September 6, 2026 at OSU after battling with an illness. Marques loved to cook, swim, workout, and spend time with his family and friends. He leaves to mourn his mother Melanie Tunstall, brother Robert Thompson, Tyrel Thompson- Tunstall, Marcus Moultry Jr, Jacob Moultry, sister Alexsis Moultry, and cousin John Tunstall. He is...
Darryl Lynn Moore Jr
Sep 5, 2026
Darryl L. Moore Jr: 50, of Springfield, Ohio, departed this life on Saturday, September 5, 2026. He was born June 29, 1976, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Darryl L. Moore Sr. and Susie (Howell) Moore.
DJ's year-round Love of tennis, winning his 1st trophy at the age of nine years old. He also received a Tennis Scholarship to Sinclair University...
Douglas Mc Thornhill
Sep 5, 2026
Douglas Mc Thornhill, age 66. Sunrise September 17, 1959 and Sunset September 5, 2026. Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Thursday, September 17, 2026 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd.). Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. To read the...
Elijah Tommy Beauford
Sep 5, 2026
ELIJAH THOMAS BEAUFORD, affectionately known to family and friends as Tommy or Unk was born in Garnett, South Carolina on March 9, 1944, and was the sixth child of the late Carrie Beauford. On September 5, 2026, Tommy with Vicki by his side, transitioned peacefully following a long and courageous personal health battle.
Tommy was a fun loving, and quick-witted child...
Bettie Jean Mathews
Sep 2, 2026
With hearts full of gratitude, love, and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother and wife, Bettie J. Mathews, affectionately known as Bettie Boo or MawMaw. She took her final bow-unafraid and with an open heart-surrounded by her loving husband and daughters who cherished her deeply, on September 2, 2026, at the age of 74.
Bettie Boo was...
Peter Lewis Hill Jr.
Sep 2, 2026
Peter Lewis Hill Jr., age 71, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, surrounded by his dear friend and neighbor, Judy Barker. He was born on September 10, 1954, in Salina, Kansas, to the late Rev. Dr. Peter and Lillie Mae Hill.Peter was a proud member of the Meadowdale High School class of 1972, and he went...
Jimmie Lee Smith
Sep 2, 2026
Jimmie Lee Smith, affectionately known as “Duck” or “Smity,” was born on September 16, 1954, in Leland, Mississippi, to Azerline Smith and Jimmie Lee Wells., Jimmie was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Edna and Henry Smith. Their love, guidance, and influence helped shape the man he would become.
Jimmie grew up in Leland, Mississippi, where he attended Leland High School. During...
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