Obituaries

Homer Roberts

Homer Roberts

Aug 22, 2024

Mr Homer Franklin Roberts Jr, age 60. Sunrise April 5, 1964 and Sunset August 22, 2024. Visitation 2:00 PM and Funeral Service 3:00 PM Friday, August 30, 2024 at Greater Grace Temple, 380 W Leffel Ln. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD CHAPEL, 823 S. Yellow Springs St. To read the complete obituary, order flowers,...

Jonathan Harris

Jonathan Harris

Aug 22, 2024

Jonathan Philip Harris was born on October 17, 1958 to David and Classie Harris in Mansfield, OH. He departed this life on August 22, 2024.

Johnny, as he was affectionately known, loved basketball, baseball, bowling, jigsaw puzzles, and outdoor events. He also loved watching westerns on TV. His favorite shows were Gunsmoke and The Big Valley. In addition, Johnny also loved...

Lorene Pollard

Lorene Pollard

Aug 22, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lorene Pollard, who passed in peace on August 22, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on February 18, 1938, in Opelika, Alabama, she was a loving wife, beloved mother, grandmother and sister who touched many lives with her warmth and dedication.

Lorene was a passionate gardener and a meticulous...

Ray Anthony Malone

Ray Anthony Malone

Aug 22, 2024

Ray Anthony Malone, affectionately known as, "Tony," passed away on August 22, 2024, at the age of 63. He was born to Hattie Louise Malone and Eugene Childs on August 15, 1961, in Columbus, Ohio.

Ray attended Columbus City Schools and graduated from Linden McKinley High School in 1979. He entered the United States Army November 1980 and was honorably discharged...

Patricia Anne Kendrick

Patricia Anne Kendrick

Aug 22, 2024

Visitation is at 1:00pm/Service 2:00pm on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the Marlan J. Gary Funeral Home, The Chapel of Peace, 5456 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43232

Ernest Hillmon

Ernest Hillmon

Aug 21, 2024

Ernest James Hillmon, born on May 15, 1946 to the late Ernest L. and Ethel Hillmon, was peacefully called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Ernest will be dearly missed by his children Ernest Hillmon III, Tracy Montgomery, Wesley Hillmon, and Kentray Hillmon. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 30 years, Cynthia...

Elizabeth Ann Burton

Elizabeth Ann Burton

Aug 21, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Burton Age 64, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away on August 21, 2024. Elizabeth was born on August 2, 1960 in Central City, Kentucky, the daughter of Bender Louis Hampton and Clara Ann Barnhill and the sister of Brenda Barnhill. 

Elizabeth graduated from Malabar High School in the year of 1980. Elizabeth got married to her loving husband, Clifton Burton...

Jessie Mae Drake

Jessie Mae Drake

Aug 21, 2024

Evangelist Jessie M. Drake, 78, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on August 20, 2024. Born on March 14, 1946, in Jackson, Mississippi. Jessie was the second born of six children. She went on to marry Jerome Drake in 1973. They were married for 19 years until his passing in 1992.

Jessie dedicated her life to...

Donna Marie Thornwell

Donna Marie Thornwell

Aug 20, 2024

Donna Marie Thornwell was born on November 1, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio, to Ophelia Peacock and James Ray Thornwell Sr. She departed this life on Tuesday, August 21, 2024, at the age of 66. 

Donna is preceded in death by her parents, Ophelia Peacock and James Ray Thornwell Sr.; her grandmother, Mary Moss; her grandfather, Elwood Moss; her uncle, Joseph Woods;...

David Junior Jennings

David Junior Jennings

Aug 20, 2024

David Junior Jennings, 75, of 427 Woodridge Dr. passed this life on August 20, 2024 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. He was born February 2, 1949, in, Newbern, TN and moved to Mansfield, OH as a youth, where he met the love of his life, the late Ebbie Lee Jennings. 

He was a retired employee of the Mansfield Foundry. In...

Deandra Darnae Brigham-Lanier

Deandra Darnae Brigham-Lanier

Aug 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Deandra, who left us on August 19, 2024 at the age of 32. Deandra was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, and friend to many. Deandra was born on January 13, 1992 in Columbus, Ohio raised in the infamous Brittany Hills (BHP) and attended Beechcroft High School, where...

Hercules Hezekiah Taylor-Frazier

Hercules Hezekiah Taylor-Frazier

Aug 18, 2024

Hercules Hezekiah Taylor Frazier was born Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 9:20am to parents, Rebecca Taylor and Elijah Frazier. He was born 23 weeks premature and immediately rushed to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He lived 3 hours and peacefully passed away at 12:23pm.

He is survived by his parents, Rebecca Taylor and Elijah Frazier; siblings, Evah Frazier and Hajile Frazier; maternal grandparents,...

Jamel Van Lawrence

Jamel Van Lawrence

Aug 18, 2024

Jamel Van Lawrence, affectionately known by many as "Mellie Mel," "The Mayor," and "J Pay," passed away on August 18, 2024, at the age of 46. Born on April 14, 1978, in Brooklyn, NY, Jamel was a man whose life was deeply intertwined with the evolution of Hip Hop, a culture he held close to his heart.

Jamel was a man...

James T Anderson

James T Anderson

Aug 17, 2024

A much-loved son, brother, and uncle, James Turner Anderson, age 75, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in his home on August 17, 2024, to receive his Heavenly Rest.

James was well known at “JT” as well as “Donnie” by family and friends. He was born on July 15, 1949, in McAlpin, West Virginia to Evelyn Jackson and James “June” Anderson. His...

Edmund Gerard Morgan

Edmund Gerard Morgan

Aug 17, 2024

Edmund Gerard Morgan, born on November 2, 1971, in Memphis, TN, passed away on August 17, 2024, in Port Richey, FL. Edmund's life was a testament to resilience and dedication, as he navigated through various joys and challenges each day brought. Growing up in Mansfield, Ohio, he completed his education in the local schools before courageously enlisting in the U.S....

Marlene Arnetta Tunstall

Marlene Arnetta Tunstall

Aug 17, 2024

Marlene A. (Gordon) Tunstall, 87 passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Altercare of Canal Winchester. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Tunstall and was predeceased by her 3 sons, Robert Gordon, Michael Tunstall and Gary Tunstall.

Marlene was born in Providence, RI on June 23, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Harry Gordon...

Rogetta A. Woods

Rogetta A. Woods

Aug 16, 2024

Rogetta Altherstein Rogers Woods, daughter of the late Dewitt Rogers and Donna Mae (Bell) Rogers, was born on September 8, 1956. Rogetta transitioned at The Ohio State University Hospital East on Friday, August 16, 2024.  

Rogetta is preceded in death by her parents, Dewitt Rogers and Donna Mae (Bell) Rogers; paternal grandparents, Ezra and Hattie (McDonald) Bosley; maternal grandparents, David...

Obany Clarence Wade

Obany Clarence Wade

Aug 16, 2024

On June 17, 1970 Obany entered this life here in Columbus, Ohio. On Friday, August 16, 2024 God chose to pluck another flower from His garden and Obany went home to be with Him. Obany was affectionately known to many as simply “Ob.”  

Obany received the Lord and was baptized, at a young age, at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church where...

Benny Thompson

Benny Thompson

Aug 14, 2024

Benny L. Thompson, age 77. Sunrise August 15, 1946 and Sunset August 14, 2024. Benny was born in Welch, West Virginia and the youngest son to the late Willie and Patricia Thompson. Benny passed at home surrounded by family.

He was a proud graduate of Johnathan Alder High School. After high school, Benny entered the Air Force and served in Vietnam,...

James Matthew Martin

James Matthew Martin

Aug 14, 2024

James Matthew Martin was born on September 15, 1955, in Columbus, Ohio to John W. Martin Sr. and Ida B. Martin unexpectedly passed away and gained his wings August 14, 2024. He was 68 years old.  

James was a high school football player at West High School and graduated from there in 1975.  

James served in the United States Navy...