Obituaries

Jan 7, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Deacon Ira George Cottrell Taylor (I.G.) beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, church member, gained a heavenly home with our Lord at the age of 68.

I.G. was born February 23, 1957 the six child of ten children, to Willie Mae Whitehead Cottrell and Lonnie Cottrell in the Mississippi Delta where he was raised on a small farm outside Leland,...

Jan 7, 2025

Jan 6, 2025

With heavy hearts but joyous spirits, we celebrate the life of Steven Eugene Arnold Sr., affectionately known as Steve or "Nature," who ascended to eternal glory on January 6, 2025, at the Ohio State James Center. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on August 26, 1952, to the cherished union of James Arnold Sr. and Asilene Arnold, Steve graced this world with...

Jan 6, 2025

Heather Renee (Morris) Petty Sunrise May 25, 1974 - Sunset January 6, 2025

Heather Renee Petty, age 50, passed gently from our arms into the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 6, 2025. Affectionately known by her family as Too Too, she was the firstborn daughter of Bishop William Morris Jr. and First Lady Patricia (Bonnie) Morris. Her loving parents—the two...

Jan 5, 2025

Curtis Everett Jenkins Jr., age 77. Sunrise October 21, 1947 and Sunset January 5, 2025. Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD CHAPEL, 823 S. Yellow Springs St. Interment at Dayton National Cemetery. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the...

Jan 5, 2025

Carolyn Ann Adkison, 79, passed this life on Sunday, January 5, 2025, in Riverside Methodist Hospital after an extended illness. 

Mrs. Adkison was born Monday, May 28, 1945, in Columbus, Mississippi to Ivy and Mary L. (Swope) Kidd and lived in Mansfield since her childhood. Carolyn graduated high school from 33rd Avenue School, Gulfport MS in 1963 and later earned an...

Jan 4, 2025

Marlon C. Dorsett, age 60. Sunrise March 2, 1964 and Sunset January 4, 2025.

Jan 4, 2025

Mabel L. (Brooks) Williams, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and tireless advocate, peacefully entered the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, at the distinguished age of 92 years old on January 4, 2025.

 

Born on January 21, 1932 in Ankneytown, OH, Mabel lived a life marked by her unwavering faith, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to social change. Baptized at the age...

Jan 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Veronique Guylain (Johnson) Ansley, who left us on January 4, 2025, at the age of 67. Veronique was born on February 12, 1957, in Pacey, France to Renee Andree (Le Quellec) Johnson. After Renee met and married Thomas L. Johnson, who was on military assignment and stationed at Evreux-Fauville...

Jan 4, 2025

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Senator Ben Espy was an esteemed lawyer, public servant, distinguished politician, trailblazer, community leader, friend, husband, and father, who made significant contributions to the city of Columbus and the state of Ohio. His life’s story is a testament to his dedication to justice, equality, service, and leadership. 

Bennie “Ben” Eugene Espy was born on July 12,...

Jan 3, 2025

Jan 3, 2025

Jan 3, 2025

Bertha Lorraine Brown, age 74. Sunrise August 7, 1950 and Sunset January 3, 2025. Visitation 1:00 PM and Memorial Service 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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 complete obituary, order flowers, view...

Jan 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the Homegoing of Paul Lewis Goodwin Jr., age 82 of Columbus, Ohio who journeyed peacefully to his Sunset on January 3, 2025 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Paul was born on June 30, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio to Mabel and Paul Goodwin, Sr. who throughout their lives were known for the...

Jan 2, 2025

Loren M. Council was born on August 23, 1962, to Joseph Council and Garthene Robinson Council in Columbus, Ohio. A proud graduate of South High School, Loren furthered his education at Ashland University.

 A longtime member of Trinity Baptist Church, Loren loved the Lord and embodied the joy of life. Known for his bright smile, sharp sense of style, and ability...

Jan 2, 2025

William Bluford "Bill/Billy/Pop" Luke January 18, 1952 – January 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William Bluford Luke, affectionately known as Bill, Billy, or Pop, who went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the age of 72. Bill passed away peacefully at Laurels of Walden in Columbus, Ohio.-

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Jan 1, 2025

Charles (Cee Jai) Wilton Johnson Jr. was called home on January 1, 2025, at the age of 64.

 

Charles was born on December 14, 1960, to the late Charles Wilton Johnson Sr. and Ruthie Mae Hawkins-Johnson, in Monroe, Louisiana. He later relocated with his family to Ohio, where he graduated from Linden-McKinley High School in 1978. Following his graduation, Charles enlisted...

Jan 1, 2025

Dalyn Lee Sheppard, age 23, joined his family in heaven on January 1, 2025. Dalyn will always be remembered as a loving son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, grandson, and co-worker.

Dalyn was born July 28, 2001 to Brandy Sheppard and Earnest Hall. He was a precocious child who loved to read. At the age of 17, he graduated from both Arts...

Jan 1, 2025

Verta Lynn Harris, 57, departed this life on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025, after battling a long illness. Ms. Harris was born on March 17, 1967, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Mr. Calvin Williams Sr. and Nan Harris.

 

Verta graduated from Mansfield Senior High in 1986. Verta was very outgoing, she loved to have fun, make others laugh, and...