Obituaries

Jul 27, 2026

Hattie Louise Harris was born in Columbus, Ohio to William Mitchell and Josephine Harris on November 30, 1959. Hattie went from labor to reward on July 27, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.

Hattie attended Central High School in Columbus, Ohio and graduated in 1977. She also attended Tuskegee Institute, now known as Tuskegee University, in Tuskegee, Alabama. Hattie worked for the...

Jul 26, 2026

Martrell Jerome Miles passed away Sunday July 26, 2026 at the age of 45. Martrell was born on November 17, 1980 in San Diego, California to Martha Ann Kellem and Larry Miles. Martrell moved to Columbus, Ohio with his parents Martha Ann and Ronald Kellem in 1994.

Martrell will be remembered for his funny personality, his off key singing, his on...

Jul 26, 2026

Michael L. Johnson

August 21, 1960 – July 26, 2026

Michael L. Johnson was born on August 21, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio, to Pandora Johnson and William Suber. He departed this life on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

Michael was educated in the Columbus Public Schools and attended Mifflin High School. He served in the Ohio National Guard after high school.

Michael loved to roller...

Jul 26, 2026

Augusta Leonard Lauderdale

January 21, 1925 – July 26, 2026

Augusta was born in1925 in the small rural community of Hissop, Alabama to Willie Franklin Leonard and Claude Mitchell Leonard. She was the third oldest of nine children.

While growing up in Alabama she would often have to miss school so she could work in the fields picking cotton. She graduated from Coosa...

Jul 25, 2026

Jul 24, 2026

Maurice Layshine Stewart, age 47. Sunrise December 19, 1978 and Sunset July 24, 2026. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers during this time of bereavement. 

Jul 23, 2026

Affectionately known as Nonna, Ken, Booty, Louise, Bestie, and BF, Kendra was born on June 27, 1977, to Godfrey "Pepper" Peaks and Michele Jackson. Kendra was educated in Columbus City Schools. Her love for performance and school spirit began when she served as a mascot with the Linden-McKinley Drill Team. She later became a member of the Whetstone High School...

Jul 23, 2026

Delon Amir Byrd was born October 27 2007 in Lima Ohio at St Rita’s Hospital. Delon was the only child to Mother Deanna McGriff. He was the oldest grandson & first boy, born to his family.

At a young age, he enjoyed Thomas the Train. He was an early bird, always up and aware & very observant. He later took interest...

Jul 23, 2026

Irene P Wade was born, December 14, 1949, in Eckman, McDowell County West Virginia to the late Galvester and Virginia Ray Wade in Eckman, West Virginia. She was the second of nine and shared a lifelong bond with her siblings: Jacqueline (Wayne) Horton (WV), Galvester (Loretta) Wade (WV), Charles (Elizabeth) Wade (OH), Joseph (Ella) Wade (OH), Virgil Wade (OH), Kenneth...

Jul 23, 2026

Larry A. Taylor Jr.September 5, 1968 – July 23, 2026Larry Alonzo Taylor, Jr., affectionately known as “Herbie,” passed away surrounded by the love of his family and children. A lifelong resident of Columbus, Herbie’s presence, humor, and dedication touched everyone who knew him. Herbie was the beloved son of Betty J. Taylor and Larry Taylor, who continue to cherish his...

Jul 21, 2026

Richard Douglas Phillips, age 89 went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday July 21, 2026 at McNaughten Nursing Home in Columbus, Ohio where he had been a resident for a number of years. He was born February 28, 1937, in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania.Richard is preceded in death by his mother Lula Phillips Elijah (a.k.a. Ummil Kheer Rahman); step father, James Elijah, Sr.;...

Jul 21, 2026

Today we gather to celebrate the beautiful life of Georgina “GeeGee” McGill—a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, devoted friend, and a woman whose love touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.

GeeGee lived life with a spirit that was uniquely her own. She was wonderfully sassy, quick-witted, and always had the perfect comeback that could make you laugh even when...

Jul 20, 2026

Willie Arthur Simms

Willie Arthur Simms was born on September 3, 1943, in Newnan, Georgia, to the late Robert and Corine Simms. On July 20, 2026, the Lord gently called him home to eternal rest.

In 1944, Willie moved with his family to Columbus, Ohio, where he was raised and later graduated from Central High School. Following graduation, he began a dedicated...

Jul 20, 2026

Tannasha Coppett

Tannasha “Tango” Coppett

Born on Wednesday, June 9, 1971, at 7:37 AM in Saint Petersburg, Florida

Tango graduated from Lakewood high school in 1989

Attended Ohio State University and transferred to Otterbein University, where she graduated in 2002 receiving her bachelors of science and nursing.

Tango became a traveling nurse nurse where she traveled to different hospitals doing labor and delivery.

Tango was a...

Jul 19, 2026

Dr. Nicole L. McDonald was born on January 10, 1972, and departed this life peacefully at home on July 19, 2026, at 7:55 in the morning, with her mother by her side, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. She lived a life marked by excellence, purpose, grace, and an unwavering commitment to helping others succeed.

She was the only child...

Jul 18, 2026

Letha Renee Payne, age 73 passed away at home on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Letha, affectionately known as Renee to family and friends, was born on December 9, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio. Renee enlisted in the United States Air Force and dutifully served our country from 1973 until her honorable discharge in 1981 with the rank of Sergeant. During her...

Jul 18, 2026

Tony M Shaw, age 65, went on to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 18, 2026. He was born to Henderson and Shirley Shaw in North Carolina.

He graduated from Marion Franklin High School and also attended the University of Pittsburgh.

Preceded by death are his parents; father and mother-in-law: Eddie and Alice Wright and sister-in-law: Helen Wright.

He is survived by...

Jul 17, 2026

Deborah D. Washington, affectionately known as "Bug" and "Little Debbie," of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on July 17, 2026, at The Ohio State University. She was born on February 23, 1963, and lived a life filled with love for her family, friends, and all those blessed to know her.

Deborah was a longtime employee and manager at Kentucky Fried Chicken and...

Jul 17, 2026

Ella Ethel Smith, born July 14, 1925, in Durham, NC to Lawrence and Ella Monteeth, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, at age 101.

She loved to cook and feed her family, she loved 3D puzzles, crocheting were her hobbies for many years. Then hobbies changed to reading gossip magazines like The Enquire, the paper and People magazine to keep...

Jul 17, 2026

Alvin Lee Adams, age 66. Sunrise October 24, 1959 and Sunset July 17, 2026. Please keep the family in your prayers, as they prepare Mr. Adams' obituary.