Obituaries
Jason Graves
Feb 21, 2025
Jason Graves, 49 years old, passed away at OSU Medical Center after a long, hard fought battle with Lupus.
Jason was born July 13, 1975 in Columbus, Ohio to Richard and Marsha Williams. Jason graduated Centennial High School in 1993 and went on to attend college at Devry. Jason married Aeratina Chandler on February 17, 2012.
Jason loved spending time with his...
Sharon Nitro Green
Feb 21, 2025
On February 21, 2025, Sharon Green (Woosley) transitioned peacefully to her eternal home. Today we celebrate our mother and grandmother’s life and legacy.
To know her was an invitation to a party. She had so much wit. Sharon came from humble beginnings. She wore many hats as a homemaker, facing many obstacles along the way. With those life experiences she always...
Deacon Robert William Shank
Feb 20, 2025
Robert W Shank, affectionately called Bob, FaFa, Daddy, Uncle Bobby, was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He attended East High School and The Ohio State University. He also, served in the United States Army. He was a faithful member of the Mt Zion Missionary Baptist Church where her served as Head Deacon for the last 21 years. He loved...
Theodora Costella Sanders
Feb 19, 2025
Theodora Costella Sanders was born March 7, 1930, in Straight Creek, KY; the 2nd of 7 children born to Daniel and Alma May Sr. Raised in a Christian home, Theodora became a devoted Child of God, living a life of service and love.
The Lord took her home Wednesday, February 19, 2025, just before her 95th birthday.
After graduating in 1948, at...
Malcolm Armistead Jr.
Feb 19, 2025
Malcolm Armistead Jr. was born September 4, 1974, and peacefully transitioned on February 19, 2025, at 50. He was a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, father, fiancé, uncle, grandfather, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his love, smile, jokes, dancing, and skating.
Malcolm’s favorite inspirational saying was,
“God is working on us all!”
Malcolm attended Beechcroft High School in Columbus,...
Yolanda "Yo" Towns
Feb 18, 2025
Yolanda Towns Obituary
Yolanda Colette Towns, known to all as Yo, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. She was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, protector, and caregiver, especially to every cat she encountered. Known far and wide as the "cat lady", Yo would ensure the animals had food before even thinking of eating...
David Cobb
Feb 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of David Cobb on February 17, 2025
At the age of 76. David was born January 26, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio to Walter and Hazel Cobb
David met the love of his life and beloved wife Janiss Cobb of 41 years. David was known for his unwavering determination,strong will,...
Simmie Mays
Feb 17, 2025
HIS JOURNEY
Simmie Mayes (Mays)
Mr. Simmie (Mayes) Mays was born February 9, 1948, in Wetumpka AL; and he departed this life (in his sleep) on Sunday, February 17, 2025 in Columbus OH. Simmie was the 14th of twenty children born to Gertrude and Otis Mays, Sr.
Growing up in Wetumpka, AL Simmie loved to sing with a group founded by his Mother,...
Eunice Lee Jennings
Feb 17, 2025
Reverend Eunice Lee Jennings, 77, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025. Reverend Jennings was born Eunice Lee Jenkins on January 3, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio to Mitchell, Sr., and Frances Jenkins.
She was a graduate of Linden McKinley High School, where she was a star basketball player, and was a member of Bethany Baptist Church, under the...
Aarush Basnet
Feb 16, 2025
Aarush was so incredibly loved by the many families that he brought joy to through his laughter and endless energy. He was born on March 24, 2023 and was a quiet and content baby. Many jumped at opportunities to cuddle and rock him, soaking up his baby snuggles. As he grew and learned to move, he never stopped! He was...
Christine Pitts
Feb 15, 2025
Christine M Pitts, age 74, passed gently from our arms into the arms of Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
She was the second born of Homer, and Rosa Mitchell in Manhattan, New York.
Christine graduated from Rivers high school in Charleston South Carolina in 1968 and attended the Roper school of nursing in Charleston. She later became an LPN-M.
Christine met...
Velinda Green
Feb 13, 2025
Velinda Diane Green was born on April 22, 1959, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the first of seven children born to John and Racine Green. She attended school in Beckley, W.V. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Beckley, W.V., and was baptized at an early age.
Velinda relocated to Columbus, Ohio where she pursued a career...
Carl H. Cordell Jr.
Feb 11, 2025
Carl Hershel Cordell Jr, 82, of Yellow Springs, passed away peacefully at Miami Valley Hospital on February 11, 2025, surrounded by family. Carl was fourth-generation resident of the Village, the oldest son of Carl H. Cordell and Janice C. (Scott) Cordell, and the oldest grandson of Herman and Jennie Lawson Cordell. As a teenager, Carl was a notable athlete in...
Debra Caldwell
Feb 11, 2025
Debra Ann Caldwell, 64, passed away peacefully with her loving husband next to her and her daughter close by. She was born in Mansfield, Ohio on February 28, 1960 to Samuel David Goldsmith and Ginger Mae Echols-Goldsmith.
Debbie was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her journey on this earth was one...
John Robinson
Feb 11, 2025
John Dewey Robinson Sr., age 89, affectionately known as JR, entered this world on January 27, 1936. Surrounded by family, JR peacefully transitioned on February 11, 2025, after a short yet courageous battle with cancer.
JR was known for his great personality and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He never met a stranger. To know him...
Bobby Hess
Feb 10, 2025
In Loving Memory of Bobby Hess
A Life Well-Lived
It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Bobby Hess, a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. Bobby passed away on February 10, 2025, in his home in Lawrenceville, Georgia at the age of 64.
Bobby was born April 7, 1960, in Mansfield, Ohio. He was the...
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