Obituaries

Dec 16, 2024

James B. Wimbush, 90, of Columbus, OH, died December 16, 2024. “JB” Wimbush, son of Buford Wimbush and Dora Manns Williamson, passed away at his home from health complications. He was a long-standing member of Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies, Inc.

JB was born in Henry County, Virginia. He left VA early in his career and lived in Detroit, MI, and...

Dec 16, 2024

 

In Loving Memory of Charles E. Newton Sr.- "Pooh Pooh", born on October 23, 1979 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charlie Newton Jr. and Virginia Newton. 

 

Charles grew up attending Shady Grove Baptist Church of Christ Ministries under to leadership of the late Bishop C.M. Davis. In his youth, he played football for Mohawk. He graduated from South High School....

Dec 15, 2024

Edgar David Chanchavac Xiloj, age 21. Sunrise November 14, 2003 and Sunset December 15, 2024. Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Sunday, January 5, 2025 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, SPRINGFIELD CHAPEL, 823 S. Yellow Springs St. Interment at Aldea Tierra Blanca. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the...

Dec 14, 2024

Pastor Johnny Lewis Griffin, Jr. was born on December 2, 1937 to parents Johnny L. Griffin, Sr. and Bessie Cornelia Griffin in Williamson, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Mary Griffin and Rosa Lee Howard, daughter Debra Jean Carr and sons-in-laws Elijah Barrett and Stanley Thompson. To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife...

Dec 14, 2024

Amanda Brazelton, a remarkable woman whose heart was as wide as her enduring faith, entered into eternal rest on December 14, 2024. Born to Henry and Martha Ridgill in Manning, South Carolina, she lived a life characterized by devotion, love, and service.

After graduating from Manning Training School, Amanda courageously migrated to Akron, Ohio. Two years later, she completed her secretarial...

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 13, 2024

Samuel Barnhart, 89, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. A proud United States Air Force veteran, he dedicated his life to service, family, and faith. Samuel was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Allie Mae (Jackson) Barnhart, and his siblings, Johnny Edward Barnhart Jr., Betty White, Tina “Pinkie” Barnhart, and Alice Tine Barnhart. He...

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 11, 2024

Our beloved mother Flossie (Mask) Wade sadly passed away on December 11, 2024, at the age of 88 at Ohio Health Mansfield, surrounded by family, friends, and lots of love. She was born February 29th, 1936, in Stanton, Tennessee to Joe and Callie Mask. She was one of 12 children born to the union. Affectionately called Sis by her twin...

Dec 10, 2024

Dec 9, 2024

Lawrence Prysock, age 87. Sunrise February 15, 1937 and Sunset December 9, 2024. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Monday, December 30, 2024 at Chapel of Peace - East, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read the complete obituary, order...

Dec 9, 2024

Linda A. Dixon born March 7, 1949, to Robert and Marcellene Massey in Springfield, Ohio was the oldest of the “Massey Girls”. Growing up Linda was called upon to help take care of the house and keep an eye on and watch over her younger sisters Bonnie and Cheryl, with some assistance from Jaynie. The responsibility of caring for a...

Dec 9, 2024

Thomas Lee Downs was born on February 23, 1947, to Jozzie Bell Stone in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Columbus Public Schools and later served in the U.S. Army with his childhood friend Herman Walker. 

 

In 1973 he met the love of his life Mattie Holeman, and they were united in Holy Matrimony on May 18, 1974. Thomas worked for Buckeye Steel...

Dec 8, 2024

Angela "Angie" Denise Smith was born to the late Harold "Thrasher" Elijah Smith, Sr. and late Patricia Ann (Black) Smith on May 18, 1956 in Cherry Point, North Carolina. She transitioned peacefully to eternal rest on Sunday, December 8, 2024 in Largo, Florida.

"Grandma" Angie leaves to cherish her loving and precious memory, her son, Cornell (Dawn) Brown; grandsons, Trejen McDougald,...

Dec 8, 2024

Shirley Waddleton-Washington 72 was born March 1, 1952. She transitioned this life December 8, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leander and Geraldine Waddleton; brothers, William L. Waddleton and Leander Waddleton Jr.; and nephew, Gregory S. Russell.

She leaves to cherish her memory sons, Michael L. Waddleton and Alfred A. Washington; sisters, Gloria A. Howard, Phyllis Waddleton and...

Dec 8, 2024

Gwendolyn Elaine Singleton was born to the late Rosie Bradfield—Singleton and William Singleton on December 17, 1952, in Columbus, OH. On December 8, 2024, she went to be with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Linda Singleton—Thompson (Ronnie Thompson), Mary Hammonds—Miller, Wilma Jean Singleton—Hinton, niece Sherri Hines, and nephew Jerry Hammonds. 

 

She leaves to cherish...

Dec 7, 2024

Crystal Russell, age 46. Sunrise December 4, 1978 and Sunset December 7, 2024. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Friday, December 20, 2024 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 video...

Dec 6, 2024

On December 6, 2024, the world lost a beacon of light, love, and individuality. Cornell “Bink” Rhodes III, born on September 7, 1990, in Columbus, Ohio, to June and Cornell Rhodes Jr., was the cherished firstborn of two children. He lived a life filled with vibrancy, resilience, and authenticity that touched the hearts of everyone he encountered.

From an early age,...

Dec 6, 2024

Renee’ Arleen Braxton was born July 31st, 1951 in Columbus, OH to the union of David Braxton and Grace Lear. She attended East High School where she joined the cheerleading squad. She later attended Central High School where she later graduated. Renee continued her education at The Ohio State University. Renee’ was a loving and caring mother who worked 3 jobs...

Dec 6, 2024