Obituaries

Aug 28, 2024

Jacquelyn Faye Colson was born December 15, 1953 in Columbus Ohio, and died August 28, 2024. Jackie worked at State Auto Insurance from February 1972 till January 2016. She married Gary W. Colson September 14, 1979. She was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in 1971.

Jackie is preceded in death by her husband, Gary; her parents, James O. and Louise...

Aug 28, 2024

Sandra Lee Turner, aged 61, passed away on August 28, 2024, due to natural causes in Columbus, Ohio, where she was born on November 24, 1962. Sandra was known for her kind and compassionate nature, often reflected through her beautiful garden and delicious cooking. She was a loving and caring individual, genuinely dedicated to her family and friends. She took...

Aug 27, 2024

Fred Lee Manns was born Wednesday, December 10, 1952. He was the 6th born child to Samuel Manns and Guthrie Barrett in Memphis, Tennessee. He was a friend to everyone and loved by all. He was very resourceful and dedicated to helping others improve their life. 

Fred received his formal education from Barret’s Chapel School where he graduated. After graduation, he...

Aug 27, 2024

Hillis Leon Waderker, age 84. Sunrise May 19, 1940 and Sunset August 27, 2024. Visitation 1:00 PM 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 Glen Rest Memorial Estates. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and...

Aug 26, 2024

Antonio Messiah Lord Mixon was granted his Angel Wings on August 26, 2024. 

Antonio loved church and church music and no matter what, he would clap. His favorite “go to” snack was Cheeto Puffs with a sip of Pepsi. He loved trains and cars, and he was just a happy little fellow who will be truly missed.

 Lord, you grabbed a good...

Aug 26, 2024

Ra’Dience D. Brown was born on August 13, 1991, in Columbus, Ohio to Maria Hudson and Myron Brown. Ra’Dience was called home by our Lord and Savior on August 26, 2024. 

 Ra’Dience was affectionately known as, Ra’! Ra’, attended Fort Hayes High School in Columbus, Ohio when Ra’ became a proud mother at a young age. She knew it was time...

Aug 25, 2024

Gregory " Greg" Lynn Jefferson was born to the union of John and Beatrice Jefferson on March 7, 1955, in Mansfield, OH. He graduated from Mansfield Senior High in 1973. High school is where he discovered his love for sports, and he was a member of the High School Baseball team. Another one of his favorite activities was playing the...

Aug 25, 2024

Aug 24, 2024

Of Sunbury Ohio, born October 27, 1955 in Mansfield, OH passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024. The 2nd of four children, and the only female born to the late Otis (OT) Watkins and Hattie Sue (Wellington) Watkins.

Valerie was a graduate of Mansfield Senior High, Class of ‘73. She accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Mt....

Aug 23, 2024

Aug 23, 2024

Rickey K. Shepard: A Faithful Journey to Eternal Rest 

Rickey K. Shepard, born on December 7, 1957, to the late Richard and Ernestine (Wade) Shepard, entered this world as a blessing and left it in the peaceful embrace of the Lord on August 23, 2024. Affectionately known as "Rick", he was the youngest of four siblings and was preceded in death...

Aug 23, 2024

Aug 23, 2024

William Blaine Caldwell was born September 29, 1937 to the late Cora Hamilton-Caldwell and Harry James Caldwell in Midway, KY.

William, better known as Bill or Bunk to all his friends and loved ones, departed this life on August 23, 2024. At an early age Bunk confessed his life to Christ and became a member of St. Matthew A.M.E. in Midway,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...