Obituaries

Mable A. Radden was born on May 3, 1969 in Columbus, Ohio to Annie Pearl Fennell. Mable accepted Christ at an early age. She sang in the choir, loved Sunday school and was a usher. She graduated from Brookhaven High School in Columbus, Ohio. She enjoyed knitting, cooking, shopping, talking on the phone, spending time with her family and friends,...

Ja’Shaun Ty-Rese Lightfoot, better known as “JMan” was born on April 29, 2001 and passed into eternal life on Thursday, September 7, 2017. 

JMan attended Columbus Public Schools, and played football for the Columbus Raiders and Canal Winchester Middle School. He had recently started an internship learning a trade in construction with his Uncle and Aunts company. His true...

LaVonne Moore was born May 11, 1938 to Lucille and John Bivens. LaVonne departed this earthly life on September 10, 2017 at the age of 79.

LaVonne was preceded in death by her father, John Bivens; siblings, Frances Bivens, Beverly Peck, Calvin Bivens, Ronald Bivens, and Victor Bivens.

LaVonne leaves to cherish her memory, mother, Lucille Bivens; daughters, Tara (Frankie)...

Paul Bondurant was born August 21, 1934 in Columbus, Ohio to Grace (Pinkney) and Thomas Bondurant. Paul was the second of 15 children born to this union. As a young man Paul served in the United States Air Force. After completing his service he met the love of his life , Eleanor (“Baby Love” Bailey) Bondurant. Paul and Eleanor married...

Domenique Shane Draughn, age 32. Sunrise December 6, 1984 and Sunset September 7, 2017.

Preceded in death by grandfathers, Willie Draughn and Leon Douglas; step grandfather, James Edward Starks II; great grandparents, Mabel and William Hall; great grandmother, Netta Gaines; uncles, Gerald Futch, Orlando Carpenter, Tyron Johnson, Donald Crump; aunts, Keyya Johnson, Michelle Richardson; great aunt, Linda Goodwin; cousin, William...

William Edward Winston, Sr., age 79. Sunrise January 13, 1938 and Sunset September 6, 2017.

William was in death by mother, Susie Elizabeth Winston; daughter, Mary Winston Peal and first wife, Bertha Winston.

William leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Sherryl P. Winston; sons, William E. (Catherine) Winston, Jr., Derrick (Lisa) Winston, Michael Williams, Benjamin Williams, Timothy Williams; granddaughter...

Eddie Clark affectionately known as “Bubba” son to the late Lucile Carter was born January 9,1940 in Manchester, GA. Eddie departed this earth on August 28, 2017 at 9:30 am at Ohio State University James Cancer Center.

Eddie was retired from General Motors after 38 years of service.

Eddie Clark leaves to cherish his memories, wife, Catherine Clark Columbus, Ohio...

Roy Arlan Woodson-Levey III departed this life on September 2nd, 2017 while he was vacationing in Africa. Roy was a graduate of Mifflin High School in 1984 and Franklin University in 1992. He served his community as a tax consultant for over 20 years. Roy first and foremost loved his family. He will always be remembered for his corny jokes...

James (Jimmy.com Jones) Jones, of Columbus, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 2, 2017. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 22, 1947.

Jim gave his life to the Lord at an early age at the Saint John Baptist Church – St. Clair Avenue, Columbus Ohio.

Jim is preceded in death by grandparents Relus and...

Robbie Moseley

 Robbie Sanders Moseley was born on October 18, 1929 to James Paul and Margret Sanders in Ecorse, Michigan. Robbie was called home to be with the Lord on September 1, 2017 from her residence.

She gave her life to Christ in 1975. She was a member of Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies where she served faithfully until...

Leroy Hilton, age 68, was born in Columbus, Ohio on August 13, 1949 to the late Robert Hilton and Ella Mae Hilton. Leroy departed this life on Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

He attended Columbus Public Schools and graduated from East High School. He was employed as a CIP Operator for the Columbus Public Schools, Food Service...

Dorothy May Hutson sunrise February 2, 1930 and sunset August 19, 2017.

Dorothy accepted Christ as a youth and united with the Pilgrim Baptist Church under the Pastorate of Dr. M.J. Mitchell. She was a member of the senior choir of the church for many years.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Lula Byrd, brothers Charles...

Curtis Thomas, Jr., age 69, was born in Rome, Georgia on March 29, 1948 to Arvella and  the late Curtis Thomas, Sr.   On Tuesday, August 29, 2017 an angel  of God stopped by Riverside Hospital to escort him home to be with the Lord.

Curtis was raised and educated in Columbus, Ohio graduating from Marion Franklin High School in 1966. ...

Steven Jermaine Johnston, age 38. Sunrise August 6, 1979 Sunset August 29, 2017.

He attended the MRDD program where he earned his diploma.

Steven had a special love for straws. He loved all of his sisters but had a special love and relationship for Marcia. He will be remembered for his big handsome smile. He enjoyed being loved on by...

Michael E. Wright, age 69. Sunrise June 25, 1948 and Sunset August 26, 2017. Michael was a graduate of Cardinal Spellman High School and Empire State College where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. Michael joined the United States Army in 1969. Michael was a certified pilot and took pride in his formal training in the Army. He...

Devon L. Durr, Sr was born May 22, 1990. He departed this earthly life on August 27, 2017 at the age of 27.

Devon was preceded in death by, grandmothers, Henry Mae Wiley and Louana Durr; and grandfather, Frank Wiley.

Devon leaves to cherish his memory, parents, Michelle Wiley and Daniel Durr, Sr; girlfriend, Latatum “Babe” Thompson; son, Devon Durr,...

Billy Sanders was born November 21, 1935 in West Virginia to Robert and Mattie Sanders. Billy departed this earthly life August 27, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio at the age of 81.

Billy retired after 30 years as a heavy equipment mechanic at Buckeye Steel.

Billy was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia H. Sanders; parents, Robert and Mattie Sanders;...

Sylvester J. Kimble, age 62. Sunrise April 14, 1955 and Sunset August 25, 2017.

Visitation 11:00am Funeral 12:00pm at MARLAN GARY FUNERAL, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Rev. Wesley E. Greenfield, Sr., age 88. went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at St. Ann’s Hospital.

Preceded in death by parents, Wesley and Lucille Powell Greenfield; brothers, Eugene Francis and Charles Talmadge; sister, Winona Winfield.

Wesley is survived by a loving and devote wife of 37 years, Cora; sons, Scott (Patricia), Rev. Wesley E....