Obituaries

May 13, 2026

Debra Ann Cunningham-Reese, was born February 1, 1960 to Shirley Ann and Wallace Woods Sr. in Man, West Virginia. Debra returned home to the Lord on May 13, 2026, at the age of 66.

Debra was the oldest of five siblings. She loved the Lord, her family, friends, and helping and praying for others. She loved spending time at home...

May 13, 2026

Teresa Lynn Newkirk was born on April 11, 1970, in Vallejo, Solano County, California, to Charles Michael Hillman and Marylean Armstead. She was preceded in death by her mother, Marylean Armstead Hillman; her brothers, Charles Lester Hillman and Michael Steven Hillman; and her grandparents, Major and Helen Armstead and Charles and Ruth Hillman.

Teresa attended public school in Charleston, South Carolina, and Groton,...

May 12, 2026

Barbara J. “BJ” Jones Easley, age 86, of Columbus, Ohio, transitioned peacefully into God’s loving arms on May 12, 2026, surrounded by the presence of the Holy Spirit and the love of her family. She was born on March 30, 1940, in Thomaston, Georgia, to the late Anthony and Bessie Mae Jones.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her...

May 11, 2026

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the beautiful life of Martha Thompson, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and woman of unwavering faith whose presence brought warmth, wisdom, laughter, and strength to all who knew her.

Born on April 12, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, Martha was raised in the historic Poindexter Village community, a place that helped shape her resilience,...

May 11, 2026

Maceo Ve'Aundreas Burton

Sunrise April 10, 1978 - Sunset May 11, 2026

Columbus Ohio



He was educated in Columbus City Schools; beginning with St. Peters Head Start. His favorite teacher was, Ms. Phylis Flood, whom he loved and talked about all his life. Upon entering high school they begin to call him "Big Mace"

Maceo loved music of...

May 11, 2026

May 10, 2026

Britian Jaquin Oates was born August 9, 2009 to Brandi J. Oates in Columbus, Ohio. On May 10, 2026 he went to be with his heavenly father at the young age of 16.

Britian grew up in Columbus and attended Odela online High School. He was a proud and dedicated member of the ROTC program. Britian loved serving people and people...

May 10, 2026

"Lula Mae Price was born on April 2, 1935, in Stoneville, North Carolina, to Lottie M. Smith and Jesse B. Zeigler. She was the youngest of nine children.

At a young age, Lula found the love of her life, James O. Price, whom she married on April 14, 1951. Together they built a loving union that spanned 78 years, beginning...

May 10, 2026

Reflection of Her Life

Mrs. Zelma Bond Taylor was a woman who loved people and possessed characteristics of extreme honor and grace. Her life was a reflection of kindness, generosity, patience and understanding. She possessed the "spirit" of Proverbs 31; a virtuous woman. She was deeply respected by her family as the oldest matriarch of the Bond Family.

She departed this life...

May 6, 2026

Crevonne (Cree) Eyvette DoyleWas born August 15, 1954 in Welch, West Virginia to George and Sylvia Jean (Butler) Harrison she lived in Detroit with her grandparents Oze E. and Mildred R. (Walker) Butler. Until she moved back to Columbus Oh., at a young age to be with her parents and siblings. Cree worked for the Columbus City School bus system...

May 5, 2026

Jewel Brown Strickland (twin) was born on March 15, 1947 to the late Homer D. and Jessie Mae Brown in Cedartown, Georgia. The community of residence is called Chubbtown. Jewel was the 12th of 13 children She was a very kind and loving child growing up with her siblings. She had many friends and didn’t meet any strangers. She loved...

May 5, 2026

It is with heavy hearts yet joyful spirits that we celebrate the life of Philip Eugene Edwards Sr., who passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on September 12, 1937, in Anna, Ohio, Philip was a loving father and patriarch. He was a devout church member, and dedicated veteran who made significant contributions to...

May 5, 2026

Shasta Lee Foster, born to Monica Moody and Stephen Foster on January 16, 1989, departed her earthly life on May 5th, 2026.

As a child, Shasta was very artistic and talented. She enjoyed playing and going to church, drawing, pretending she was a teacher, imitating movies, singing, and jumping Double Dutch. Shasta won many competitions across the nation and was recognized...

May 5, 2026

James Edward Amos was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Roosevelt and Mae Ida Amos; his brothers, Woodrow “TC” Amos and Randy Amos Sr.; his nephew, Randy Amos Jr.; his sisters-in-law Barbara Ridley(Curtis) and Theresa Jones. All of whom would undoubtedly welcome him into eternal rest with love.

James Edward Amos was born, raised and educated in Columbus, Ohio. He...

May 4, 2026

Earnest Lee Hill, affectionately known as “Noon,” was born at 12:00 noon on July 11, 1946, in Camden, Alabama to the late Lillie Mae Lawrence and Charles Lewis. He was the second oldest of thirteen children and was known for his warm spirit, wisdom, and unwavering love for his family.Earnest graduated from Camden High School in 1964. Shortly after graduation,...

May 3, 2026

In Loving Memory of Benita Melton

September 9, 1963 - May 3, 2026

On May 3, 2026, Benita Melton went home to be with the Lord after a long illness. Benita was born on September 9, 1963, in Mansfield, Ohio, at Mansfield General Hospital, to Bettie Walker and Lonzo McCrary of Mansfield, Ohio. She graduated from Crestline High School in 1981.

Shortly after...

May 3, 2026

Dollean Jennette Harmon, age 82. Sunrise April 5, 1944 and Sunset May 3, 2026.

Dollean was a dedicated employee for the State of Ohio, where she faithfully worked until her retirement in 2010. She was admired for her strong work ethic, caring heart, and the kindness she extended to others throughout her life. In addition to her career, Dollean...

May 3, 2026

The Lord welcomed Mother A. Marie Brown home on, May 3, 2026, to be with Him where she suffers no more. She was born in Holly Springs, MS on August 8, 1939 to Hamilton Wells Sr. and Amatullah Z. Salaam (Rosie Lee Durham). She was 86 years old when the Lord called her name while she slept peacefully in no...

May 2, 2026

Alexander "Alex" Deon Williams, age 54, originally from Fremont, OH, passed away on Saturday May 2, 2026 in Columbus Ohio.Alex was born on December 21, 1971 to Jacqueline Williams and Edward Williams who both preceded him in death.Alex enjoyed driving fancy cars, and working out.Besides his parents, Alex is preceded in death by his son: Quintez Hubert and siblings: Nikizsha (Kizzy)...

May 2, 2026

Chris H. Henderson was born on June 23, 1957, in Medina to Fox and Louis

Henderson. On May 2, 2026, his journey peacefully came to an end in Columbus, Oh, the city he proudly called home for the last 30 years of his life.

Chris was the only son and eldest child of his parents, carrying a strong presence within...