Obituaries

Aug 7, 2025

Bonnie Ann (Holmes) Wooden 1957-2025

Bonnie Ann (Holmes) Wooden, a beloved mother to four children, age 67, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on August 7th, 2025, leaving a void her family cannot fill.

She was born in Circleville, Ohio, in 1957 to parents Emma Jean Morrison and Phillip Eugene Holmes Sr.

Bonnie was a devoted mother to Rodney D. Wooden Jr., John M....

Aug 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Leverne Morgan, at age 66, she joined our father who art in heaven. She departed on August 7th, 2025, after many issues with her health. Leverne was a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. She will be forever missed, and we will remember her by her beautiful smile and...

Aug 6, 2025

Travis “Senior” Lee Hollins Sr., was born on September 17, 1974, in Columbus, Ohio. He passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the age of 50 in the Dominican Republic while on vacation. Travis is the youngest of two children, born to Rick Lee and Debora Jean Hollins. He graduated from Gahanna Lincoln Highschool.

Travis was predeceased in death by...

Aug 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Robert Ronald Taylor Jr., affectionately known as "Rob," who left us on August 5, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Born on February 13, 1960, Rob made a lasting impact during his lifetime.Rob lived a simple yet rich life, always with a smile and a warm heart....

Aug 5, 2025

James Derek Lattimore 54, of Springfield, Ohio passed away on August 8, 2025, at Springfield Medical Center. He was born September 23,1970 in Springfield, Ohio, the son of James and Deborah (Rickman) Lattimore. A beloved father and dedicated hard worker, James made a lasting impact in the field of landscaping, where he nurtured not only the earth but also the...

Aug 5, 2025

Virginia Mae Williams was born June 28, 1936, the 5th child of Charles E. and Dorothy A. Williams of Columbus, OH.

Virginia was affectionately known as Ginny from a child and attended South High School.Virginia started her career as a traveling wrestler under the name Virginia Franklin. She then worked at T. Marzetti and Gateway Market before finishing her career at...

Aug 2, 2025

Anita Lane Taylor was born on March 20, 1960, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Barbara and Andrew Lane, who both survive her. She was the beloved sister of Garcia Lane, Barbara Lindsey, and Jeanette Jarmon, and the proud and loving mother of her son, Bryant Lane. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold V. Taylor.

A 1978 graduate of South...

Aug 2, 2025

Aug 1, 2025

William S. Watkins Ill, age 72, was born August 20, 1952, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; went to be with the Lord, August 1, 2025.

He loved the Lord and had a heart to worship him; he was a faithful member of Calvary Tremont Baptist Church. William had a special anointing with a heart of gold, and his kindness was very well known.

He...

Aug 1, 2025

Adrian LaMar Crutchfield, a beloved father, son, brother, grandfather, nephew, and friend, passed away on August 1, 2025, at the age of 60. He was born on January 8, 1965, to Bonnie and Robert Crutchfield, Jr. Adrian (Marco) was a graduate of Madison Comprehensive High School in 1983, and worked for Many years as a carpenter. 

Marco was good with his...

Jul 31, 2025

A Time to Be Born

William Elber Nowlin Jr. was born on September 2, 1932, in Man, West Virginia, to William Elber Nowlin Sr. and Irene Harmon-Heard.

A Time to Live

William loved the Lord with all his heart and was a member and Deacon at the First Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Timothy Clark. He proudly served in the...

Jul 31, 2025

Virgil "Butchie" Maurice Williamson, 64, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 31, 2025. He was a kind, thoughtful man who lived simply and gave quietly. Known for his helpful nature and no-frills approach to life, he never needed much - just the basics, a bit of peace, and the people he cared about.He is preceded...

Jul 31, 2025

Cherone Quincy Hood, age 52, transitioned into eternity on July 31, 2025, at his home. Born in Detroit, Michigan on July 26th, 1973. He was loved by God and his family. 

Cherone was a member of the True Light Army Church and enjoyed visiting St James Baptist Church in Columbus, Ohio. Cherone was a visionary trailblazer and a great entrepreneur who...

Jul 30, 2025

Our dearly beloved brother, wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and amazing friend.  A Truck driver of 30-plus years and an army veteran. Michael Eugene Roland, who was a man who loved the lord and stood on his commandments. Has gone unto his resting place, on July 30, 2025, until the resurrection of GOD out of the heavens. Our brother Michael...

Jul 30, 2025

On the morning of July 30, 2025, Stratton Clark Medley Sr. peacefully transitioned into eternal rest, surrounded by his loving family. Stratton was born on January 13, 1949, in Whittaker, West Virginia, to the late Howard Lee Medley Sr. and Hattie Bell Medley. He was raised in Delaware, Ohio, where he attended public schools and began shaping the strong foundation...

Jul 28, 2025

Donnie was born April 26, in Columbus, Ohio in 1951 to Raymond and Patricia (Dixon) Bivens. Donnie was one of five children in this union.

Don had a peaceful smile on his face when he departed this life into Gods eternal life July 28, 2025.

Donald spent most of his childhood life growing up in Columbus, OH. He attended the Columbus City...

Jul 26, 2025

Obituary

In loving memory of

Betty C. Hines, Womack, Davis

Betty Carol Hines, Womack, Davis was born January 8, 1931 in Princeton West Virginia. She went home to be with the Lord July 26 2025. She was the daughter of the late Milton "Doc" and Sadie Mitchell Hines of Princeton West Virginia. preceding in death Husband, John Davis, Son, Stephan Williams and brothers...

Jul 26, 2025

Whitney Marie Stevens, age 33. Sunrise July 10, 1992 and Sunset July 26, 2025. Please keep the Stevens family in your prayers, as they prepare Whitney's obituary, which will be updated at a later date. 

Jul 25, 2025

Virgil A. Gibson “Ms. Bea”, age 79, gained her wings July 25th, 2025, after a short illness.

Ms. Bea was born January 27, 1946, in Ventress, Louisiana to Ozzie and Daisy L. Gremillion. She later moved to Cleveland Ohio where she graduated from Glenville High School and was Valedictorian of her class.

Ms. Bea relocated to Columbus Ohio where she remained in...

Jul 24, 2025

Today, we gather to honor the remarkable life of Marjorie B. Pye, 96, of Roanoke, Virginia. Born on November 18th, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Lucille and Walter Brown.

Marjorie peacefully departed this life at Mother Angeline McCroy Nursing Home in Columbus, Ohio, on July 24th, 2025, to be with her heavenly Father.

Majorie is preceded in death by...