Obituaries

Jun 1, 2025

Roberta Johnson 71years old from Columbus Ohio

Roberta passed away on June -1-2025 at St Ann hospital

Born on July 24, 1953, in Columbus, Ohio, Roberta was the beloved daughter of Sidney Johnson and Jeannette Johnson. She graduated from Linden McKinley High School and went on to become a dedicated mother, grandmother, and sister. Roberta had a heart full of love and...

Jun 1, 2025

Patricia Ann Waddell, age 81, went Home to be with the Lord Sunday, June 1st, 2025, at her residence. A longtime resident of Columbus, OH.

 Predeceased by Mother, Josephine Parks; Father, Emmett Parks; Sisters, Ruth Parks and Anna Darling; Brothers, Richard Parks, Eugene Parks and Arthur Parks; Grandsons, Juan Waddell, Damon Waddell and Kevin Harris; Granddaughter, Markeesha Waddell; Nephews, Ronrico Chambliss...

May 31, 2025

This online tribute is dedicated in memory of Deborah Sue Custer, who passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025 in Columbus, OH. Please keep the family in your prayers as they prepare Ms. Custer's obituary, which will be updated at a later date. Thank you for visiting.

May 31, 2025

Rosie was born in Shelby, Mississippi, on June 20, 1941. Rosie was a wife, a mother, and a friend. She was married to a loving and devoted husband, Dexter, for 66 years. Together they raised 3 children: Dexter Jr., preceded her in death; Deborah (Robert) McElhaney, Hampton, GA; Darline Bush, Columbus, OH. Rosie treasured her friends, and she made friends...

May 30, 2025

Brenda Sue Reid, (Susie) began her sunrise August 4, 1947, and enjoyed 77 trips around the sun, to meet her sunset on May 30, 2025.Brought into this world by the Rev. Fred Lambert Sr, and Winona Josephine Reid, whom both have already journeyed home.

Brenda only had one special friend, and they brought into the world Misty Dawn Reid, who has...

May 28, 2025

Donald Clarence Willis Jr., age 60, departed this life on May 28, 2025. Born on July 1, 1964, Donald was a proud graduate of Mifflin High School and honorably served in the U.S. National Guard, demonstrating his dedication and love for his country.

Donald was a devoted General Manager in the food service industry for many years. Known for his radiant...

May 28, 2025

Adam Wydale (Wardell), (Jimmy) Jones, the second child born to Union of Booker T. Jones Sr., and Ethel Lee (Round) Jones of Belzoni, Mississippi, July 27, 1941. The Joneses are moving their young family from the Catfish Capital of Mississippi to Lima, Ohio, in the mid-fifties. There, Adam met the Love of his life, Mary Ann Cage, in High School,...

May 28, 2025

Robert Daniel Ethen Moore Jr., affectionately known to many as "Danny Boy." Born on December 17, 1953, in Bluefield, West Virginia, Danny left us unexpectedly on May 28, 2025, at OSU East Hospital.

Danny was the beloved son of the late Robert Moore Sr. and Clara M. (Hurt) Moore. He is now reunited with them, along with his cherished grandparents, Reed...

May 27, 2025

Terri Marnice Boyd, a cherished pillar of faith and family, departed this earthly life suddenly on May 27, 2025, in Springfield, Ohio, the same city where her journey began 71 years ago.

Born September 15, 1953, to the late Benjamin Franklin Moore, Sr., a WWII Army Veteran, and Arnetta Boyd, a dedicated labor and delivery nurse. Terri's life was marked...

May 27, 2025

May 26, 2025

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we gather to celebrate the beautiful life and enduring legacy of Iris Lynette Gamble, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Born on April 19, 1968, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Iris was the cherished daughter of the late Oscar L. and Mamie L. Black Gamble. She attended North West High School, where she first...

May 26, 2025

Jarvis Jean Polk Marsh of Mansfield, Ohio, was born to the parentage of Richard Lee and Doris Elizabeth Polk on November 3, 1942, in Sherman, Texas. Jarvis ascended to her eternal home on Monday, May 26, 2025, at her home in Mansfield, Ohio. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio, following her marriage to Eddie Frank Marsh in 1973.

Jarvis Polk Marsh was...

May 25, 2025

T'Jaun Lemuel Steel was born on November 26th, 1998. He graduated from Bexley High School, May 2017.

He later became a Security Guard for Columbus Commons and Hollywood Casino. He also took the Police Force test and was trying to become a police officer. Surviving Family Mom Lemme Steele, little brother Kingston Steele, his Grandfather Albert Steele, and Uncle Ricky Steele,...

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...