Obituaries

Oct 9, 2024

With heavy hearts, our beloved James Shelwin Hooper. a beloved father, grandfather, and veteran. Born on March 14, 1946, to James William Hooper and Ethel Hooper. James' unwavering spirit shined brightly until his peaceful sunset on October 9, 2024. 

James, a graduate of East High School, found joy in watching western movies and passionately cheering for his beloved Kansas City Chiefs....

Oct 7, 2024

Mary Elizabeth (White) Clay, 84 of Xenia, Ohio went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 7, 2024. She was born May 13, 1940, in Xenia to Alonzo and Elizabeth (Harding) White. 

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband Virgil D. Clay, two brothers, Oather White of Xenia and Marlin (Carolyn) White of Memphis, TN, one sister, Geraldine...

Oct 6, 2024

Mother Helen Louise Hines, age 97, left her earthly body and went into the presence of the Lord on October 6, 2024. She was born on December 15, 1926 in Charleston, South Carolina to Bessie Milligan and Tonkey Brown. She spent the early years of her life in Charleston, until she met and married Odell Hines Sr. and moved to...

Oct 6, 2024

Oct 5, 2024

Derek Lamar Watson, Sr. was born on June 10, 1968 at Grant Hospital, Columbus Ohio. 

Derek grew up in Columbus Ohio and attended various schools in the area. Being the baby of the family he was loved and cherished by many holding that distinction. 

Derek was an avid fan of boxing and delved into that sport a bit during his formative years....

Oct 5, 2024

Anthony DuWayne Robinson, Jr affectionately known as Jr. or Tony, received his wings October 5th, 2024. Anthony was born to Tonya McCreary and the late Anthony DuWayne Robinson, Sr., May 17th, 1977, 2:33pm at Akron City Hospital, Akron Ohio. Anthony attended Akron public schools and The Naval Military Academy in Norfolk, Viginia. Anthony was baptized in the Church of God...

Oct 4, 2024

Andre Lamar Brown, age 35. Sunrise December 11, 1988 and Sunset October 4, 2024. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Brown Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Oct 4, 2024

Betty B (Dade) Arnold, age 82, of Worthington, Ohio, transitioned in the arms of the Lord on Friday, October 4, 2024. Mother Arnold was born on February 23, 1942, in Algoma, West Virginia. She was sent by God into the hands of her loving parents, Alexander and Ora (Parker) Dade. Betty is the fourth of 14 children. In 1954, she...

Oct 4, 2024

Eugene Clemons, a cherished member of the Mansfield community, passed away on October 4, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on April 17, 1937, in Mansfield, Ohio, Eugene was a man of integrity, dedication, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends, and country. 

Eugene is a 1956 graduate of Mansfield Senior High School, and later served in the U.S. Air...

Oct 2, 2024

Arnetta Pearl Cox was born January 2, 1953 in Fort Campbell, Kentucky to the late Mary Reeves and Caloway Reeves Sr.

Arnetta, commonly known as "Neta", was called home to her Heavenly Father the morning of October 2, 2024.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Mt Hermon Missionary Baptist Church by the late Reverend Doughty.

She attended Linden...

Sep 30, 2024

James Russell Benjamin, 72, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. 

 

James was born on December 26, 1951 to Henry R. and Laura L. Benjamin Sr. in Mansfield, Ohio. He was a proud resident of Mansfield, Ohio and was a graduate of Mansfield Senior High School. After graduation, James worked several jobs, until 1994 he...

Sep 29, 2024

Sep 28, 2024

Anthony Tyrone Davis was born on June 1, 1955, in Middletown, Ohio to Joseph Davis and Margie M. Davis. His death was unexpected however, he passed away peacefully and gained his wings September 28, 2024. He was 69 years old.

Tony attended Dayton City Schools for a brief time, but the family later moved to Middletown, Ohio where he received his...

Sep 28, 2024

Tara Lynette Harvey was born on August 29th 1962 , in Huntington WV. She passed away on September 28th, 2024. 

Tara Faulkner-Harvey attended Mifflin High School. Ms Harvey was also apart of the U.S Army in the midst of her education. 

Tara always had a dream of being a nurse. She pursued her dream of Nursing at the Public Boarding Of Nursing...

Sep 26, 2024

THE TIME OF

MR. CHARLES “KILLER” HOPSON

January 6, 1955 – September 26, 2024

A Time to be Born

Charles “Killer” Hopson was born January 6, 1955 in Meridian, Mississippi. His birth was a blessing to his parents, the late Alex C. Hopson and the late Rosie L. Hopson.

A Time to Build

With the guidance from his parents, and the grace of God, Charles accepted...

Sep 26, 2024

FOREVER 15 FOREVER MIKEY WORLD Psalm 34:18: "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." The words of Psalm 34:18 remind us that even in the depths of our pain and sorrow, the Lord is intimately close to us. He not only understands our brokenness but also has the power to rescue us from the deepest...

Sep 25, 2024

Dushawn Montique Chapman, age 54. Sunrise October 12, 1969 and Sunset September 25, 2024. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday, October 4, 2024 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave. Interment at Evergreen Burial Park. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the...

Sep 25, 2024

Sep 24, 2024

Gregory (Greg) Davis Saunders was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 29, 1974. His work on this earth was completed September 24, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his father, Harrison Foster Jr.; mother, Gladys Saunders; stepmother, Jacqualine Foster; grandmother, Martha Williams Saunders.

Greg grew up in his younger years on the South side of Columbus, He attended Sullivant and Westgate...

Sep 24, 2024