Obituaries
Joseph Draughon
Jun 20, 2025
Joseph Draughon Jr, affectionately known as "Pumpkin" and "Can't get right" was born to the late Helen James and Joseph Draughon Sr. on October 7, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio. As a child Joe enjoyed summers in North Carolina with his aunts, uncles, and cousins. From an early age he fell in love with basketball and was an excellent player. He...
Vilma Hylton
Jun 20, 2025
Vilma P. Hylton, 77, went Home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2025, surrounded by peace in the home she cherished for nearly 40 years.Born on February 17, 1948, in Colón, Panama, Vilma was known for her strength, grace, and unwavering love for her family.While in Panama, Vilma was supported by the Wall family, who witnessed her deep...
Donna Gudger
Jun 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Donna Jean Gudger
November 15, 1957 – June 20, 2025
Donna Jean Gudger was born on November 15, 1957, and peacefully departed this earth surrounded by loved ones on June 20, 2025, following a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Early Life and Education
Donna grew up on the east side of Columbus, Ohio, with her loving parents, James and Annabelle...
Freddie Morgan
Jun 19, 2025
Freddie Lee Morgan was born on June 17, 1939 in Logan, West Virginia to the union of Mary Ella Blockson and Andrew Lester Morgan. He was the 2nd oldest of 5 children and at 11 years of age his family moved from West Virginia to Columbus, Ohio.
He graduated from Central High School and attended evening classes at Franklin University.
His love...
Willie Neal
Jun 19, 2025
Willie Anthony Neal, 65, passed away on June 19th, 2025. Willie was born in Greenville, South Carolina, on October 2, 1959, to Deloris Neal and Ralph Fleming. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1979. He later met the love of his life, his wife Christine, and they got to share 39 amazing years of marriage.
A devoted husband, father, and...
Elaina Yvonne Shipp
Jun 18, 2025
Elaina Yvonne Shipp was born March 9th, 1947, to John and Barbara Shipp Jr. A proud graduate of Columbus East High School class of 1965.
Elaina attended DeVry University and Columbus State Community College with a focus on Criminal Justice. Elaina’s first and long-lasting love was art. Her creativity and artistry were outstanding. Her drawings were gallery standard. Elaina held many...
Jerome Evans Sr.
Jun 18, 2025
Jerome Evans Sr., AKA “The Kidd,” transitioned into his new body on June 18th, 2025.
Born in Youngstown, Ohio, March 15, 1953, to Will and Louise Evans.
Jerome graduated from Rayen High School in 1971. He was reserved and laid back. He enjoyed Video games, Top Gun, Martial Arts, and Karate Movies. One of his favorite hobbies was Chess, and in his...
Levon Lee Johnson
Jun 17, 2025
Levon Lee Johnson, age 59, a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at St. Ann’s Hospital, Westerville, OH. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the many lives he touched.
Levon’s life on earth began in Meridian, Mississippi, on May 30, 1966. He is...
Henrietta Rodriquez
Jun 17, 2025
Henrietta Rodriguez was born on February 22, 1947 in Columbus Ohio to Celia and Ellis Hampton and God came and took her hand and took her to her resting place on June 17, 2025 at age 78 years old.
She was preceded in death by her Mother and Father Ellis Sr. and Celia Hampton, Brother Ellis Hampton Jr. Daughter Yvonne Hampton,...
Desmond Douglas
Jun 15, 2025
It is with great sadness the family of Desmond A. Douglas, affectionately known as “Clubby” or “Beige” announces his passing on June 15, 2025, in Ohio. He was 70 years old.
Desmond relocated to Ohio in the 1990’s and spent his years there among his loving brother Hubert “Jr.” and the extended family of Felecia Kamara.
He was predeceased in death by...
Larry Anderson
Jun 14, 2025
Deacon Larry Jerome Anderson was born July 21, 1951, in Pineville, Louisiana, to Sam Anderson Sr. and Jennie B. Anderson. Deacon Anderson passed away at Crystal Care Center of Ashland on June 14, 2025, at the age of 73.
Deacon Anderson matriculated through the Rapides Parish School District, graduating from Crepe Myrtle High School in 1969. He furthered his education at...
Collette Michelle Bowers
Jun 14, 2025
"Mishie" was one of the first of many children born and raised by the Hilltop Community in a time when everyone knew who everyone was, where they lived, and what they did or did not do for a living. If young ones stepped out of line, the parents or guardians knew about it before the children got home. She could...
Lucinda Denise Davis
Jun 13, 2025
Lucinda Denise Davis, 55, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025, in her home. She was born on September 22, 1969, in Charleston, West Virginia, to Earl and Geneva Walker. She later grew up in Columbus, Ohio.
To her kids (Miquel, Malika, and Mia), she was a Superwoman. The hero who raised her kids to be the best, she did an amazing...
Dionne Stewart
Jun 13, 2025
Dionne Linette Stewart, born March 18, 1970, in Lima, Ohio, passed away peacefully after a long and courageous battle with Sickle Cell Disease. She transitioned from this life with her beloved sister Toni holding her hand and her devoted daughter by her side-a reflection of the deep love and connection she shared with her family.
She was the beloved daughter...
Eldora Alanis
Jun 10, 2025
Eldora Denise “Necy” France Alanis, age 62, transitioned this life on June 10, 2025, after a long period of illness. Necy, born on February 14, 1963, was the first of six children born to Brenda Joyce Sewell France Long and Walter France. She began her schooling in the Mansfield City School system and continued in Flint, Michigan, when her family...
Katherine Nichols
Jun 9, 2025
Katherine (Kathy) L. Nichols was born on August 26, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio, and was raised on the Near East Side by her devoted parents, Alonzo and Beatrice Nichols, along with the loving support of her extended family.
She was educated in the Columbus Public School system, attending Felton Elementary, Champion Junior High, and East High School. A proud and resilient...
Lee Cornute
Jun 9, 2025
Eternal rest came to Lee Andrew Cornute, Jr. on Monday, June 9, 2025 at the age of 85. He entered this world as a force of nature on November 11, 1939, born to Lee Andrew Sr. and Octavia Cornute, in Huntington, West Virginia.
Lee graduated from Columbus East High School ('57) and retired from Lucent Technologies / AT&T in 1999 after...
Lynda Joyce Holland
Jun 8, 2025
Lynda Joyce Holland, 72, of Columbus, OH, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025. Born on September 8, 1952, in Chillicothe, OH, to Jack and Nellie Lynch. She was the third of six girls born to Nellie. After graduating from Linden McKinley High School, Lynda held various professions throughout her life. She worked as a dental assistant at Dr. Preston’s...
Walter D. Harris
Jun 6, 2025
Walter Daniel Harris, (Known as "Dannie" to his close family) 77, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully departed this life on June 6, 2025, at Grant Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Walter was born on October 24, 1947, in Blackfork, Ohio, to the late Clarence Vincent Harris and Avanell Craddolph (Harris) Mattison. He was raised in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he graduated...
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