Obituaries

Mar 19, 2026

Sercia M. Williams, 57 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on March 19, 2026 at OSU Hospital.Sercia was born March 3, 1969 to late Emily V. Williams in Cleveland, Oh. She moved to Columbus at the age of 7.

Sercia was a loving person and she was loved by everyone she met. She had that effect on you. There was no...

Mar 19, 2026

Bobette Antoinette Peters was born on August 18, 1966 and departed this life on March 19, 2026 at the age of 59.

Bobette was a Home Health Aide for Continental for 15 years. She enjoyed spending quality family time with family and friends.

Bobette Peters was a long-time member of New Calvary Holiness Church and a member of the Missionary Board where...

Mar 19, 2026

Mark M. Ballard J. was born May 21, 1951. At an early age Mark would attend Trinity Baptist Church with his Grandmother, Rose.

Mark attended Columbus Schools. After finishing High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he received an honorable discharge. During some difficult time in his life Mark it lead to some convictions and he served...

Mar 18, 2026

Kalima Dakara Jackson was born on February 22, 1965, to John and Nonia Jackson in Mansfield, OH. Kalima departed from this life on March 18, 2026 from a sudden natural cause.

Kalima was very family oriented, loved music, loved to laugh and loved fashion. She was very nurturing, head strong and outspoken. She most definitely left her mark on anyone she...

Mar 17, 2026

Shirley Rhodes, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend, passed away on March 17, 2026, at the age of 83.

Born on February 17, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, Shirley was the daughter of Emmons and Irene Payne. After Irene’s passing, her father remarried Betty, who became a loving presence in the family. Shirley was a graduate of Central...

Mar 17, 2026

A Celebration of the life of

Pedrina Barrientos de Landaverde

Today we honor, remember and celebrate a beautiful soul whose love, strength and light will forever remain in our hearts.

Celebracio'n de la vida de

Pedrina Barrientos De Landaverde.

Hoy honramos, recordamos y celebramos auna alma

 hermosa cuya Lu Z, amor y Fortaleza quien vivira por siempre en Nuestro corazones.

 

 

Mar 16, 2026

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. 

Mar 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of Desiree ChisholmDesiree Chisholm, age 65, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and vibrant living that will forever be cherished. Born in Saint Petersburg, Desiree later made her home in Ohio, where she raised her family and built a life filled with love, laughter, and lasting friendships.She was preceded in death by her...

Mar 16, 2026

James Calvin Davis, age 94. Sunrise August 12, 1931 and Sunset March 16, 2026. Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Thursday, March 26, 2026 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.). Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. To read the...

Mar 16, 2026

John was a proud veteran where he served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and received a Bronze Star. He worked many years as a Computer Programmer and retired from DCSC (Defense Construction Supply Center) after 27 years of service. While there, John received numerous Employee Recognition Awards and was recognized by his peers for his...

Mar 16, 2026

Mar 16, 2026

Carlos Jay "Bear" Anderson was born April 5, 1982, in Camp Lejune, NC. Carlos passed away unexpectedly, March 16, 2026, at home. Carlos graduated from Mansfield Senior High School, Class of 2001. He was employed as a Correction Officer, with the State of Ohio, at M.A.N.C.I, for 17 years, and truly loved this position.

Carlos enjoyed spending time with his family,...

Mar 16, 2026

Maudie Mae Evans, age 74, of Columbus, Ohio, peacefully passed away at home on March 16, 2026. She was born on September 13, 1951, to the late Hubert Marshall and Laura Hill.

Maudie grew up in Jackson, Tennessee, and at the age of six, moved to Chicago, Illinois. She later pursued her education at Bliss College, where she graduated in 1977...

Mar 15, 2026

Beverly Jean Bell, born February 1, 1933, in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, in Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio. She was 93 years old and a longtime resident of Port Clinton.



Beverly was the beloved daughter of Quincey A. Bell and Kathleen S. Smith (Bell), and the cherished sister of Quincy Philmore (Jim) Bell Sr....

Mar 15, 2026

Kendra Jordan, 41, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on March 15, 2026. She was a woman of strength, creativity, and deep faith whose presence brought light, joy, and love to all who knew her. Born in Columbus, Kendra carried a deep love for her city throughout her life. She was a devoted and passionate fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes...

Mar 15, 2026

Tira Mahliya Robertson was born on December 15, 1963 and departed this life on March 15, 2026.

She was a truly remarkable woman—kind, strong, and full of life. As a mother, she gave her whole heart to her children, loving us deeply and unconditionally in every moment. Her presence was a source of comfort, guidance, and unwavering support.

She was outgoing and...

Mar 15, 2026

Mickey Tate was born September 3, 1956 in Columbus, Ohio and passed away on March 15, 2026 at the age of 69. He attended Douglas Elementary, Franklin Middle School and graduated from Mohawk High School. He later attended Columbus State and graduated from Ohio Media School.

He was a veteran, black empowerment activist, respected strength coach, personal trainer, powerlifter, mentor...

Mar 15, 2026

With loving hearts, we celebrate the life of Eva Gene Dawsey Holley, who was born on May 22, 1951, in Dothan, Alabama, to the late Mattie Clyde Burks Dawsey and James Franklin Dawsey. Eva was raised surrounded by love, family, and a strong sense of community. Those early years shaped her into the strong, compassionate, and faithful woman we all...

Mar 15, 2026

Helen Theresa Moore, age 79 was born on October 12, 1946 to Hugh and Helen Simpson in Ashville, NC and went to be with God peacefully on March 15, 2026 at home.

Hugh and Helen moved to Columbus, OH with their children early in Helen's life. She was a graduate of Linden McKinley High School and went on to college at...

Mar 14, 2026

In Loving Memory of A Legend

Patricia Ann Wilson

Sunrise: Feb 18, 1957

Sunset: March 14, 2026

Patricia Ann Wilson, lovingly known as "Sug" by her family and friends, was born on February 18, 1957, to the late Dollie Wilson and James Wilson. At an early age, she was baptized and accepted Christ, carrying her faith with her throughout her life.

On March 14, 2026,...