Obituaries

May 25, 2025

Ciara Michael, affectionately known as "Ray Ray" to her family and close friends, was born on August 1, 1989, to Raymond and Barbara Michael. On May 25, 2025, she departed this earth unexpectedly, surrounded by her loving family.

Ciara graduated from Northland High School in 2007 and subsequently attended Wright State University. She was a devoted mother whose greatest joy in...

May 24, 2025

Gerald Richard Davis Sr. went home to be with the Lord on May 24, 2025, at the age of 85 in Columbus, OH, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Gerald lived a fulfilling life up until just days before his 86th birthday, after courageously battling several health issues. While many of his loved ones were not ready to say...

May 24, 2025

Elder Keith Brian Williams Sr. was gifted into the world on April 14th, 1956, to Janice Williams (Foster) and Fleming Jewell. He gained his wings on May 24th, 2025.

Keith never met a stranger. He was a man who loved the Lord and his family. He found comfort in cooking for others and putting a smile on your faces with his...

May 21, 2025

Annie Lue Birdsong, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend was born on February 1, 1931, in Rome, Georgia, to the late Theodore and Carrie Mae Austin.

In 1959, Annie and her family moved to Urbancrest, Ohio, eventually settling in Columbus, where they purchased their first home on North 6th Street. A woman of strength, compassion, and unwavering determination, Annie began working...

May 20, 2025

William A. Slocum, age 42, 7227 Bernard Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, May 20, 2025, Cincinnati, Ohio, graduate of Columbus City Schools, former owner of Will’s Wings, Columbus, Ohio. He was a son, a father, a brother, an uncle, a nephew, a friend. Preceded in death by parents, Helen(Jeni) and Andre Slocum, grandparents, Anna and Andrew Slocum, William and Mildred Stokes. 

He leaves...

May 19, 2025

Shirley Elizabeth Artis passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and grace. A quiet force of energy and warmth, Shirley was the heart of her family and a source of joy to all who knew her.

Born in 1944, Shirley graduated from Springfield South High School in 1962 and earned a full scholarship to The Ohio State University,...

May 18, 2025

Reflection of Life

Tamara Kay Darlene Kenner, born on October 30, 1983, in Wheeling, WV, passed away on May 18, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Clyde Kenner and Minnie Reed.

Tamara always enjoyed being the life of the party. She loved dancing and was always the first to get on the dance floor. Tamara's true gift was her love for...

May 16, 2025

Eugene “Goat” Garrison departed for his final fishing trip in heaven Friday May 16, 2025. (Grant Medical Center) in Columbus, Ohio. He was born March 13, 1939 in Greenville, SC to Silas Thomas and Ceatrice (Sales) Garrison. Eugene was employed at the Local 423 John Scales Construction where she retired in 1979.

Goat loved fishing, hunting, music, entertaining and cracking occasional...

May 16, 2025

Thomas L. Slocum, Sr. 64. Sunrise July 19, 1960 and Sunset May 16, 2025. Thomas was born in Columbus, OH and he attended Columbus City Schools. Thomas was a graduate of Xavier High School in Appleton, WI and attended The Ohio State University. He was a retired Computer Network Specialist, and he spent many years of his career as an...

May 15, 2025

Vivian Elaine Scott, affectionately known as Elaine, was born November 30, 1960, to Nannie Mae and John Henry Williams in Beckley, West Virginia. She departed this earthly life on May 15, 2025, at the tender age of 64.

Elaine graduated from Linden McKinley High School in Columbus, Ohio. She also attended The Fort Hayes Career Center for The Dental Assistant and...

May 11, 2025

Christopher E. Bowden, beloved son, father, fiancé, and artist, passed away on May 11, 2025, at OSU East Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 31.

Born on March 2, 1994, at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, New York, Chris later made Columbus his home, where he left an indelible mark on the community. A proud graduate of Westerville Central...

May 10, 2025

Thomas Michael Smith, also known as “Little Bit” was born May 27, 1979 was born to the late Rodger Ellis Felp Smith SR, and his mother Ollie- Rose Smith. Thomas was called home on May 10, 2025. Thomas was loved by everyone he knew. Thomas was a light and had a smile that brightened any room. To know him was...

May 9, 2025

May 9, 2025

Vincent Christopher Wilburn, a beloved son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, transitioned into the loving arms of our heavenly father on Friday, May 9, 2025. He was 24 years old. Vincent resided in Blacklick, Ohio, with his parents, Kellie and Christopher Wilburn. He was born on October 5, 2000, in Lexington, Kentucky.

Vincent never met a stranger; his infectious...

May 9, 2025

Louise Allene Layne was born March 3, 1929 to James Mitchell and Blanche Merchant in Columbus, Ohio. She passed away peacefully at the age of 96 into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior on Friday, April 9, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

A bright and driven student, Louise attended Central High School where she excelled academically and participated in...

May 9, 2025

Mable J. McCruter-Taylor, 89, was born on February 20, 1936, in Sawyerville, Alabama, and raised in Birmingham. She later made Mansfield, Ohio, her home, where she spent most of her life. Mable passed away, leaving behind a legacy of strength, unwavering faith, and a deep love for her family.

She is survived by her only daughter, Sharon Hatcher-Morris, and two sons,...

May 9, 2025

Wilbert Bradley Sr. was born in Evergreen, Alabama on June 13, 1932 and departed this life on Friday May 9, 2025 at Ohio Health at the age of 92.

He was the son of the late Jack and Mary Bradley. He has resided in the city of Mansfield, Ohio since 1964. He held his membership at the New Community Temple Church...

May 9, 2025

Paula "Polly" Bester was born on September 12, 1946, in Beckley, West Virginia, to Mary Elizabeth Cosby. She peacefully departed this life surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and family devotion.

In 1965, Paula married the love of her life, George Ralph Bester. Together, they built a beautiful life in Columbus, Ohio, where they raised their children...

May 8, 2025

Elsie (Flowers) Woods was born on September 26, 1937, in Columbus, Ohio, to Viola May and Willie "Jack" Flowers. She passed away peacefully at home to be with the Lord on May 8, 2025.

Elsie was educated in the Columbus Public Schools and later attended culinary school. She worked in the Columbus area food service industry for over 30 years and...

May 8, 2025

Pearl V. Black was the second child of the late Arnold and Irene Lusby Sr. Pearl was born in Salem, NJ on March 23, 1937. She departed this life on May 8, 2025.

Pearl attended Salem School System after finishing school she was a line worker at Anchor Hocking glass factor. Pearl was preceded in death by her loving husband Delarcy...