Obituaries

Preston Ressie Harrison

Preston Ressie Harrison

Sep 2, 2026

Preston Reese Harrison, admired by many, and loved by countless more, entered this world on October 11, 1935, in Derby, Virginia. Born to Alexander (AD) and Dirlee Grace Harrison to whom eight children had already been born. He added number nine to the Harrison team which would eventually grow to a beautiful dozen.

The Harrison family relocated to Holden, West Virginia,...

Fredrick Ricardo Johnson Jr.

Fredrick Ricardo Johnson Jr.

Sep 1, 2026

Sunrise: 6/14/1976Sunset: 9/1/2026Born on June 14, 1976, in Columbus, Ohio, Freddy was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. He was a proud graduate of the Columbus City Schools.

Fredrick dedicated his professional life to Amsted Rail, where he thrived. His enthusiasm for his work was evident as he often shared the joy he found in his role with his...

Carolyn Denise Mustin

Carolyn Denise Mustin

Aug 31, 2026

Carolyn Denise Mustin was affectionately known as a loving mother, grandmother, caregiver, and friend. She was born on October 27, 1977, in Xenia, Ohio. She departed this life on August 31, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

Carolyn was a woman who could bring laughter into...

Hope Elise White

Hope Elise White

Aug 30, 2026

Hope Elise White-Jones, age 48, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026.

Hope was born on April 21, 1978, in Columbus, Ohio, to her mother, Marva "Toby" Jones-White, and her father, Bobby White.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Toby; and her brothers, Kevin, Eric, and Carl.

She is survived by her devoted Husband: Ralph; Brothers: Art and Paul; Sister-in-Law: Rita;...

James H. Kendrick Sr.

James H. Kendrick Sr.

Aug 29, 2026

James H. Kendrick, Sr. was born March 16, 1933 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky to George and Lucille Kendrick. He peacefully transitioned this life on August 29, 2026 in the comfort of his home. James relocated to Columbus, Ohio with his mother as a teenager. He completed his education at Central High School in Columbus, Ohio taking night courses to receive his...

Mark Edward Shank

Mark Edward Shank

Aug 28, 2026

Mark E Shank was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Reynoldsburg High School and attended The Ohio State University. Win, lose, or draw, he was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan! Mark knew no strangers. He always greeted people with a smile, a kind word, and some type of funny joke/saying.

He was a faithful member of Mt Zion...

Former Senator I. Ray Miller Jr.

Former Senator I. Ray Miller Jr.

Aug 28, 2026

Every life experience mattered to Inus Ray Miller Jr. Each place he lived, every person he encountered, every lesson he learned, and every opportunity he was given became part of a life devoted to faith, family, service, leadership, and the uplifting of others.

Inus Ray Miller, Jr. was born April 6, 1949, in Hampton, Virginia, to Inez and Inus Ray Miller...

Annie Ruth Smith

Annie Ruth Smith

Aug 28, 2026

Annie Peewee Smith, age 82, passed away on August 28th, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. She was born June 28th, 1944, in Laurel, Mississippi, to the late Ed and Hattie Rhodes. Annie was the true heart and anchor of her family.

On September 21, 1963, Annie married her best friend, George W. Smith, and later moved to Columbus, Ohio. Annie and George...

Teresa Bush

Teresa Bush

Aug 28, 2026

Teresa Bush, age 61. Sunrise - January 29, 1965 and Sunset - August 28, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare Teresa's obituary.

Beverly Jean Hunter

Beverly Jean Hunter

Aug 28, 2026

Beverly Jean Hunter, age 82. Sunrise December 21, 1943 and Sunset August 28, 2026. Please keep the family in your prayers, as they prepare Mrs. Hunter's obituary

Milo Autumn Sanders-Turner AKA Haley Faith Sanders-Turner

Milo Autumn Sanders-Turner AKA Haley Faith Sanders-Turner

Aug 26, 2026

Milo Autumn Sanders-Turner AKA Haley Faith Sanders-Turner , age 30. Sunrise January 12, 1996 and Sunset August 26, 2026. Visitation 10:00 AM and Memorial Service 11:00 AM Friday, October 9, 2026 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd). To read the...

Celestine Diggs

Celestine Diggs

Aug 26, 2026

Please keep the family in your thoughts an prayers during this time of bereavement.  

Carolyn Catchings

Carolyn Catchings

Aug 25, 2026

Carolyn Catchings, 67, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at the Ohio Health Mansfield Hospital after a short illness.

Carolyn was born May 24, 1959 to the late Kary and Martha Lene (Ataway) Catchings Sr. She made Mansfield her home.

She enjoyed reading, having her Bible study, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, a sister:...

Edward Allen Clay

Edward Allen Clay

Aug 24, 2026

Edward "Bangie, Eddie, Ed, Bootney" Allen Clay was born on May 3, 1951 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Frank Nicholson and Frances Clay. He entered into eternal rest on August 24, 2026. Edward was the seventh born of eleven children.

Edward 75, was a SSGT in the Air Force and was honorably discharged with 9 years of service. He...

Curtis D. Strozier

Curtis D. Strozier

Aug 24, 2026

Curtis Darnell Strozier was born December 27, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Edward Strozier and Willie Mae Strozier. He was the oldest of two and was called to rest on Monday, August 24, 2026

In his childhood years, Curtis was known for his love of music and model airplanes. He was a member of "Gay Street Baptist Church", now...

Barbara Ann Gibbs

Barbara Ann Gibbs

Aug 24, 2026

Barbara Ann Bulloch Gibbs was born on November 13, 1953, in Holly Springs, Mississippi, to the late Rev. Charles Bulloch and Jannie Lee Bulloch. She was the eighth of nine children and was raised in a loving, faith-centered home.

Barbara accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Rising Star Baptist Church at the age of nine. Barbara's...

Samuel Guice

Samuel Guice

Aug 24, 2026

Samuel Guice, age 79. Sunrise December 28, 1946 and Sunset August 24, 2026.

Samuel Guice was born December 28, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio. He departed from this life August 24, 2026. He was home with his family as he wanted.

Samuel (affectionately known as Butch) was educated in the Columbus Public School System and graduated from South High School in 1965. In...

Darlene Elizabeth Griffin

Darlene Elizabeth Griffin

Aug 22, 2026

Darlene Elizabeth Griffin, age 69. Sunrise April 12, 1957 and Sunset August 22, 2026. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday, August 28, 2026 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd.). Interment at Evergreen Burial Park. To read the complete obituary,...