Obituaries
Marcus AnthonyPruitt
Jan 30, 2025
Marcus Anthony Pruitt, 43, of Columbus, OH, went to his forever home on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at the Kobacker House in Columbus, OH surrounded by family and love.Marcus was born September 15, 1981 to the late Paula R. Pruitt(Tucker) and Webster A. Pruitt Sr. He attended Linden McKinley High School where he played baseball and was a member of...
Vikki Goldstein
Jan 29, 2025
Vikki was a woman of deep faith, unwavering love, and selfless service to her family, community, and church. She touched the lives of many with her kindness, dedication, and spirit of giving.
Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Vikki recently celebrated her 80th birthday, a milestone filled with love, joy, and cherished memories with her family and friends.
She was preceded in...
Clara M. Cochran
Jan 29, 2025
Clara M. Cochran, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Mansfield community, was born on April 17, 1928, in Louisville, Kentucky. She peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on January 29, 2025, at the remarkable age of 96, surrounded by the warmth of her family's love.
Clara lived a life full of purpose and dedication. After earning her high...
Jesse Constant
Jan 29, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jesse Alphonso Maurice Constant. Jesse was born in Columbus, Ohio on April 6, 1980 to Martha Smith and Stanley Constant. He peacefully passed at his home surrounded by family on January 29, 2025.
Jesse is proceeded in death by his maternal grandfather Philip C. Smith and paternal grandmother Mary Madgeline Patterson, and Aunt...
Sherman Stewart
Jan 27, 2025
Sherman Lee Stewart, age 78. Sunrise January 12, 1947 and Sunset January 27, 2025. Visitation 12:00 PM and Funeral Service 1:00 PM Monday, March 3, 2025 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD CHAPEL, 823 S. Yellow Springs St. Interment at Ferncliff Cemetery. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Stewart Family,...
Chester Lee Miller Sr.
Jan 27, 2025
Chester Lee Miller Sr was born May 07, 1947 to the late Wilford Sr and Arwilda Miller.
Preceding him in death were both his parents 5 siblings and with 1 living Brother Maurice Miler.
Chester graduated from Dunbar Vocational High School where he had a passion for drafting and basketball. He committed his life to Christ at an early age. Chester joined...
Robert Wade
Jan 25, 2025
Robert D. Wade was born on October 18,1969, to Richard Wade and Gail Castleberry-Wade in Columbus, Ohio. Robert grew up on the South-East side and attended Columbus Public Schools graduating from Independence High School In 1988. Robert attended Central State University in Wilberforce. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration in 1992. Shortly after obtaining his bachelor’s degree, Robert...
Shauntia Chauntelle Marsh
Jan 25, 2025
Shauntia (Tia) Chauntelle Marsh it is with heavy hearts our beloved daughter left this world too soon. Shauntia’s bright smile, love for family, compassion for people will forever remain in our hearts. Shauntia was born on December 13, 1986 to Harold (Jennifer) Greene and LaWanda Marsh. Shauntia attended Mansfield Senior High School. Graduating with the class of 2005. Shauntia grew...
Shirley Ann Justice
Jan 23, 2025
Shirley Ann Justice, age 84, a devoted and beloved Mother, Grandmother, great-grandmother, Aunt, Sister, and Cherished friend, departed this life and entered into eternal rest on January 23, 2025.
Shirley was born on December 12, 1940, in West Virginia. She was the second oldest of nine children to Margaret and Thomas Justice. She was raised in a Christian home and was...
Rachael Carnesha Arrington
Jan 23, 2025
Rachael Carnesha Arrington, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend transitioned to eternal peace on January 23, 2025, just days shy of her 47th birthday. Born on January 30, 1978, in Mansfield, Ohio. Rachael brought joy and laughter to everyone around her. She attended Empire Elementary, Sherman Elementary, Simpson Middle School, and Johnny Appleseed Jr. High, ultimately graduating from Mansfield...
Kemily Cook
Jan 23, 2025
Kemily Rose Cook, also known as “Kem” was born in Whipple West Virginia , Fayette county to Juanita Elizabeth White and Thomas Edward bell Sr. She attended oak hill high school and taken up a business management class before graduating in the year of 1983. Kem later moved away to Columbus, Ohio, were she would soon meet and marry her...
Earl Maceo Caliver
Jan 23, 2025
58 years of sobriety AA
Attended Columbus Public Schools
Attended The Ohio State University, Ohio Dominican, Ashland University, Rutgers University, Malone College
Formerly employed by Columbus Health Department 22 years (retired), Netcare (7 years).
Drug and Alcohol Conselor.
ACO Founder, Alcohol Control Officers..
Member and Baptized at Trinity Baptist Church.
James Frederick "Downtown Freddie Brown"
Jan 23, 2025
James Frederick Brown lovingly known as “Downtown Freddie Brown” peacefully made his heavenly ascent on January 23, 2025. Born to the union of James Lee, Sr. and Louvenia Brown on July 11, 1942, who preceded him death. Also preceding him in death were his brothers Donald, Robert Stevens and Tommy Lee; sisters Shirley Mae, Patricia Ann, Beatrice, Barbara Ann, Annetta...
Tremain Russell
Jan 20, 2025
Tremain Dhemain Russell, lived life out loud. He was born in Detroit, MI, on Monday, July 15, 1991. “Trey” lit a fire in the hearts of all who loved him.He was the beloved son of Tomecca Russell and Tremain Jones, and the cherished bonus son of Damon J. Russell. His life was hallmarked by faith, family, and fatherhood. Trey’s journey...
Maerine Cupe
Jan 20, 2025
Maerine Cupe, “Rine” Cupe, was born June 7, 1939, to the late Elder W. C. Cupe, Founder and Pastor Emeritus of Greater Liberty Temple COGIC and the late beloved First Lady Earrie L. Cupe.
Rine graduated from Central High School of Columbus, Ohio. She obtained a bachelor’s degree from Franklin University. Rine worked for the Federal Government for many years before...



