Obituaries

Oct 30, 2025

Oletha Curry was born on July 4, 1953, in Marion, Alabama, to Arthur and Sarah Curry.

Oletha, or as we called her “Lee,” accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Flintridge Missionary Baptist Church for some years. We know that Lee loved the Lord. She was employed at Grant Hospital for 47 years before she retired in...

Oct 28, 2025

Marvin Cooks, Jr., passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2025, at the age of 67. He was born on March 11, 1958, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Marvin Sr. and Ida Cooks.

Marvin attended school in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Casper, Wyoming, and graduated from Mifflin High School here in Columbus, Ohio, in 1976. Shortly thereafter, he met his future wife and the love...

Oct 27, 2025

Ricardo Delmonte Mills Sr., age 63. Sunrise November 20, 1961 and Sunset October 27, 2025. Please keep the Mills family in your prayers, as they prepare Mr. Ricardo's obituary.

Oct 26, 2025

Wanda Jane Dunning, of Columbus, Ohio, 73, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. She was born on April 11, 1952, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Mattie Lou Dunning. Wanda was a lifelong resident of Columbus and a proud graduate of Linden McKinley High School. Wanda was a devoted mother who found her greatest joy in being with her...

Oct 25, 2025

“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth , nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us form the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39

Patricia Yvonne Mattox was welcomed into this world on August 31,...

Oct 25, 2025

“A light that shined bright enough for everyone to feel.”

D’Ondria Simon was born on January 31, 1991, in Harvey, Illinois, a radiant soul whose eyes, laughter, and love lit up every room she entered. To her family and friends, she was affectionately known as “Donni” or “Dee”, the one with the eyes and smile that could turn any hard day...

Oct 24, 2025

Robert Ice Akins Jr., beloved son, father, brother, and friend, departed this life unexpectedly on October 24, 2025, at the age of 46. Born on September 5, 1979, in Columbus, Ohio, he was a cherished member of the Akins family and a vibrant spirit whose warmth and laughter brightened the lives of many.

Robert was the pride and joy of his...

Oct 23, 2025

Named after her Great-Grandmother Susie Shepherd, Susie Darlene Carey was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 25, 1963 to Glory Nell Carey-Pratt, and Alfonza Carey, Sr. Susie, a daddy's girl, was blessed with a winning smile that captivated everyone she encountered, as well as a heart of GOLD! Susie demonstrated her love of the Lord Jesus Christ by practicing daily...

Oct 21, 2025

                            Traci Lynn Washington Sergeant First Class(SFC), Chaplain Assistant, Army 08/28/1960-10/21/2025

It is with deep respect and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Traci Lynn Washington, aged 65 of Columbus, OH who departed this life on 10/21/2025

Born on 08/28/1960 in Columbus, OH, predeceased by her mother...

Oct 21, 2025

Eric Scott Smith, age 55. Sunrise January 28, 1970 and Sunset October 21, 2025. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:30 AM Friday, October 31, 2025 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD CHAPEL, 823 S. Yellow Springs St. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Smith Family, revisit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Oct 21, 2025

Robert Anthony Burel, affectionately known as “Tony,” age 63, of Canal Winchester, OH, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday afternoon, October 21, 2025, at OhioHealth Pickerington Methodist Hospital.

He was born on June 4, 1962, in Fremont, Ohio, to the late Robert E. Burel and Emma Jean (Lomax) Burel.

A 1980 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. He married Frankee Lee on August...

Oct 21, 2025

Leading as a servant, making others’ lives better. This was Charles Ronald Coates’ motto regarding his vision for Rei Lakes.

Charles R. Coates, born August 21, 1938, to George Coates and Edith (Jackson) Moore.

He served in the United States Army, received an honorable discharge, and moved to Harrisburg, PA, with family members. While living in Harrisburg, Charles worked various jobs in...

Oct 20, 2025

Oct 18, 2025

Jacquelyn Jeanette 'Love' Goodwin, age 90, of Mansfield, passed into the arms of The Most High, Yahuah, at her home, surrounded by her family, on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Jacquelyn, known by most as Jackie, was born on September 6, 1935, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Dr. Milas Sloan Love III and Vicki Love. She grew up in...

Oct 17, 2025

Rosa Lee Kent Williams was born to Tom and Mary Harris Kent in Omar, West Virginia on December 22, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Barney James Warren, Ross McNary, and John M. Williams. Rosa was born the 4th child in a family of 2 daughters and 4 sons. She was preceded in death by her 5...

Oct 17, 2025

Tyger Keyanta Russell-Morris, 39, affectionately known as “TWO” by her mother was born June 4, 1986 to Beatrice Russell-Suber in Columbus, OH. She entered eternal rest on October 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Compassion, perseverance and an unshakable love for others best defines Tyger’s life. From a young age, Tyger’s nurturing spirit shined brightly. She was the kind of...

Oct 16, 2025

Neborah Alexander Walker Ingram was born August 15, 1946, in Pelham, Georgia to Fellom Alexander, Jr. and Emma Lou McCormick. She was the second child born to this union. She had eleven siblings: five sisters, Betty, Frances, Anna, Donna and Barbara and six brothers, Fellom, Paul, Michael, Anthony, Hamilton and Alex.

Neborah grew up in Pelham, a small agricultural town that...

Oct 16, 2025

Betty Ann Palmer-Harris, age 88, of Mansfield, Ohio, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on October 16, 2025. She was born on July 1, 1937, in Brownsville, Tennessee, to the late Leonard T. Taylor and Fannie M. Fain.

In 1956, Betty moved to Mansfield, Ohio, where she built a remarkable life rooted in faith, family, and service. She attended...

Oct 16, 2025

Rosie was born on November 15, 1968 in Columbus, OH. She was 1987 graduate of Whetstone High school. Rosie had one Daughter, Cierra the love of her life. She was a stay at home mother who enjoyed raising and caring her Cierra. 

Rosie joined Triedstone Baptist Church at an early age and enjoyed the preached word, all choirs and special activities....

Oct 16, 2025

I was born Dorothy Marie (affectionally known as Ree) Ditaway on November 20, 1952, in Newbern, Alabama to Carrie Marie Ditaway and Luke Jackson. My maternal grandparents Fannie Belle and Richard Allen Ditaway raised me alongside my cousins Diane (Ditaway) (Edwin) Williams, and Shellie (Ditaway) Carter. I loved playing baseball, outdoors activities, and driving fast. After graduating from West Side...