Obituaries

Nov 21, 2025

DaQua Jessie Simmons was born on August 1, 1998, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Tiffany Jackson. He was a very charismatic, energetic, loving young man. DaQua enjoyed helping people and speaking the words of the Lord to anyone who cared to listen. He enjoyed traveling, painting, making jewelry, ceramics, and designing cos-play costumes. DaQua was always there and willing...

Nov 21, 2025

Horace Coleman passed away peacefully at home on November 21, 2025. After the passing of his wife, Mary B. Coleman, Horace relocated from Arkansas back to Ohio in 2021 to be closer to his children and family. While living in Ohio, he especially enjoyed warm days spent sitting on the porch in his favorite chair, quickly becoming a familiar and...

Nov 21, 2025

Evangelist Geneva T. Hairston was born on July 14, 1953, in Welch, West Virginia, the beloved daughter of Mary and Charles Henry Tolliver. One of eleven siblings, she grew up surrounded by the love, strength, and faith that would later define her life and ministry. Geneva graduated from Northfork High School in 1973. After completing her education, she moved from...

Nov 20, 2025

“In my father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.”

Thursday, November 20th, 2025, Alkatron L. Franklin went to his new heavenly home to be with the Lord.

Alkatron “Katron” was born and raised in Mansfield, OH by his mother, Shirley L. Franklin, along with his grandmother...

Nov 18, 2025

Mother Betty Parker-Wooten was born September 1, 1935, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late Walter and Evaline (Force) Thomas. She departed this life to be with the Lord on November 18, 2025, at Crown Point Nursing Care Facility.

Betty was a graduate of East High School and attended Grant Nursing School, graduating with her LPN degree with honors. After many years...

Nov 18, 2025

Judy Wanette Wharton was born on February 10, 1966, and peacefully departed this life to eternal glory on November 18, 2025.

Judy graduated from Beechcroft High School. She attended The Ohio State School of Cosmetology. She worked for several years at T. Marzetti as a Quality Assurance Technician. Judy was a longstanding member of Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Christ...

Nov 18, 2025

Samuel Grayson, a man whose heart was as big as his smile, came into this world on September 4, 1938, in Demopolis, Alabama. He peacefully transitioned on November 18, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, at the golden age of 87, leaving behind a whole lot of love, laughter, and memories that'll stick with us forever. Samuel's journey from Alabama to Columbus...

Nov 17, 2025

Terrence Lynch, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, was born on December 7, 1960, in Columbus, Ohio, to Hugh and Eloise Lynch. Tragically, he passed away at home at the young age of 64.

Surviving him are his sister, Pamela (Curtis) Griffin, and niece, Mercedes Phillips. He is also survived by a host of beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and...

Nov 16, 2025

Nov 16, 2025

Kelvin O'neal Bailey, age 58. Sunrise September 13, 1967 and Sunset November 16, 2025. Please pray for the Bailey family as they prepare Kelvin's obituary.

Nov 16, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, the family of Isaiah “Zay” Hairston announces his peaceful passing on November 16, 2025, at the age of 26. Born on April 1, 1999, Isaiah entered this world with a bright spirit that only grew stronger with time. He will be remembered for his unforgettable humor, his magnetic personality, and the way he lit...

Nov 15, 2025

Tony Lee Dean was 66 years old. He was born on October 21st, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan. He moved to Columbus, Ohio, when he was around 2 years old. He was a graduate of South High School. Tony accepted Christ into his life as a teenager and attended Columbus Baptist Temple until later in life, when he joined the 1st...

Nov 14, 2025

Garfield Bohanna was born to Garfield Bohanna and Katie Bohanna March 5,1929 in Carbondale West Virginia. He gained his wings November 14, 2025 at the age of 96.

Garfield went to school until his mother became very ill and he stepped up to take care of her until she departed. Garfield worked as a coal miner for many years and retired...

Nov 12, 2025

It is with profound love and grateful hearts, the family announces the peaceful transition of Mother Willie Mae Bob, who entered eternal rest on November 12, 2025, at the blessed age of 98.

Born on April 7, 1927, in Reidsville, North Carolina, Mother Willie Mae lived a long and remarkable life shaped by strength, grit, humor, and undeniable character. She was...

Nov 12, 2025

Bishop Henry Archie Page, age 82. Sunrise September 1, 1943 and Sunset November 12, 2025. Please keep the family in your prayers as they prepare Bishop Page's obituary.

Nov 12, 2025

Betty Marie Payne was born on November 12, 1924, to her parents, William Payne and Eva Payne (Mathis), in Columbus, Ohio.

Passed on November 12, 2025, at the age of 101. With her family at her side.

Betty Marie Payne married Alexander L Young on June 29th, 1946, to become Young. They shared two kids, Michael L Young, born September 3, 1946,...

Nov 11, 2025

It is with profound sorrow and deep love that we announce the passing of our cherished matriarch, Marilyn Louise McCarty, who departed this life on November 11, 2025. She was 82 years old, born November 20 1942 in Columbus, Ohio.

Marilyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. A woman of unmatched generosity and unwavering kindness. She dedicated her life...

Nov 11, 2025

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Markita Avant, who left us on November 11, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on July 17, 1988. Markita was the beloved daughter of Martin Hudson and Anita Avant.

She was the devoted partner of Arthur Mabry and the living Mother of five children: Niya Avant-Mabry, Nizona Avant-Mabry, Nizear Avant-Mabry, Niseem Avant Mabry,...

Nov 11, 2025

Janet Lynell Woods was born on February 26, 1975, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Jasper Williams Woods, Jr., and Carolyn Tatney Woods. She departed her earthly home on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at OSU Medical Center.

Janet accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Kaddoville, Louisiana. Janet was a proud graduate...

Nov 8, 2025

Willis O. Sanders Jr.

Columbus, Ohio

Willis Orlando Sanders Jr. was born on July 21, 1988, to Willis Sanders Sr. and Sandy Sanders in Columbus, Ohio. Willis (Junior) lived his life with a spark that was unmistakably his, always seeking to treat others with the love God teaches. From the moment you met him, he radiated a light that drew everyone in....