Obituaries

Sep 27, 2025

Frances D. Mitchell was born on June 17, 1940, in Rand, West Virginia, to the late Martha R. Brown and Hulin Mimms. She later made Columbus, Ohio, her home after moving there in 1968.

Frances dedicated her life to helping others, beginning her career in social work in 1977. She was a proud member of the first committee to open the...

Sep 27, 2025

Sep 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roderick Todd McElwain, who left this world on September 26, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Born on November 11, 1965, Roderick, affectionately known as Pooh or Rod, lived a life marked by love, service, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. He was 59 years...

Sep 26, 2025

Dashawn Maurice Smith, 47, left this life on the morning of September 26, 2025, at OSU Main Hospital with his sister by his side.

Dashawn was born to Denise (Smith) Lawson and Mark Witcher on July 18, 1978, in Columbus, Ohio, at Ohio University Hospital. Denise married Ricky Lawson, who assumed the role of Dashawn's father and raised him into a...

Sep 25, 2025

Sep 25, 2025

Lorenzo Llewellyn Miller, age 87. Sunrise April 26, 1938 and Sunset September 25, 2025. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 8, 2025 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 Miller Family, revisit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Sep 24, 2025

Our precious son, Tylyn Dior Hampton, was born on July 25, 2025, and in his short time on earth, he brought immeasurable joy and love to everyone who knew him. On September 24, 2025, Tylyn was called home to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love that will forever live in our hearts.

Though his days were few,...

Sep 23, 2025

Sep 23, 2025

Barbara Jean Wadlington (Babs), 93, of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, surrounded by family.

Although she had spent the past 5 years living in San Jose, CA, Barbara was a native of Mansfield, Ohio, born to Robert and Ethel Staples on July 16, 1932. She was a graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, class of 1950, where...

Sep 23, 2025

Travis D. Curry, 52, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Travis was born on September 29, 1972, in Andalusia, Alabama, to Mary L. (Johnnie) Henderson. He was a lifelong resident of Mansfield, Ohio.

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Travis Curry. He left this world peacefully, surrounded...

Sep 22, 2025

William Edward Gray, Sr.

Known to his family and friends as “Bill” or “Peaceful,” William was born on May 20, 1944, in Williamson, West Virginia, to the late Katherine Edwards and Herman Holyfield. He was later adopted by the late Walter Gray, Sr. William had one brother, Walter “Sonny” Gray, and was raised in Columbus, Ohio.

William attended West High School, where...

Sep 22, 2025

Catherine Dale Morgan was welcomed into the loving arms of her parents Mamie Elizabeth Tillman Morgan and Herman Dale Morgan on October 6, 1949. Mamie and Herman raised Cathy to love and serve the Lord. She attended Ephesus Academy and later attended and graduated from Columbus Public Schools. She began her studies at The Ohio State University but later graduated...

Sep 21, 2025

Mrs. Ruth M. Williams

March 11, 1935 - September 21, 2025

Ruth Mae (Smith) Williams was born March 11, 1935 to Jimmy and Dealice Smith in Benton Alabama.

Ruth worked many years as a sales clerk before retiring. She also served as a foster parent with Franklin County Children Services. She loved sewing, traveling and spending time with family. Ruth was known for...

Sep 21, 2025

Obituary for Brandon Maurice McDougald

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brandon Maurice McDougald Sr., 37, of Columbus, Ohio, who joined the Lord on September 21, 2025. Brandon was born on February 23, 1988, in Columbus, Ohio, and from the very beginning, he brought joy, laughter, and love to everyone blessed to know him.Brandon was preceded in death by...

Sep 20, 2025

Larry James Russell, 76, was born on January 1, 1949, and went home to be with his mother and father on September 20, 2025. He was born to the late Erlene Eskridge and William Russell. 

Larry worked at the Ohio Malleable for 14 years until it closed. He then went to the army which he was honorably discharged in 1984. He...

Sep 20, 2025

Honoring the Life and Legacy of

            Pastor Wayne T. Lee, Jr.

                     1954 - 2025

Obituary

Wayne O. T. Lee, Jr., age 71, born April 1, 1954 in Columbus, OH, peacefully went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, September 20, 2025, at The James OSU Wexner Medical Center,...

Sep 19, 2025

Ahsan Joseph Lentes, age 56. Sunrise June 4, 1969 and Sunset September 19, 2025. Please keep the Lentes family in your prayers, as they prepare Mr. Ahsan's obituary, which will be updated at a later date. 

Sep 19, 2025

Cia’Tonya Monique Davis, affectionately known as Cia (Shay) and Punkin, was born on July 7, 1980, to Drusilla Davis and Jeffrey Peaks in Columbus, Ohio. Cia was the beloved mother of three beautiful children: Corey Michael Evans, Jr., her son, and her daughters, Chani Mileah Davis and Cimya Monique Davis. Her greatest joy was being their mother—loving, supporting, and guiding...

Sep 18, 2025

Sep 18, 2025

Janice L. Hawkins transitioned to Eternal life on September 18, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on May 28, 1940, to the late Julia Mae and Mascre Williamson.

Janice was preceded in death by parents, Julia Mae and Mascre Williamson, Sons: Darren G. and Maurice W. Hawkins, Sr., Siblings: Jean, Leroy, Rodney, David and Frankie...