Obituaries

J.C. Blue was born on February 29, 1952 in Andalusia, Alabama to the late Mary M. Blue and Worth Beamon (raised by Robert G. Curry).

He lived in Alabama until he joined the United States Army.

In addition to his parents, JC is preceded in death by his wife Darnell Blue and siblings Annetta Marshall, Mary Henderson, Mattie Stackhouse, Robert...

Brandon James Gilliam entered eternal resting Sunday, April 30, 2023. He was born July 27, 1994 in Oberlin, Ohio. The son of Virgina (Gina) Gilliam and James Gilliam Jr. Brandon attended Beechcroft High School and worked in his community at various jobs.

Brandon was a very loving Man and was loved in return by everyone that truly knew him....

Frank Oliver McCrary (affectionately known as Larry) passed away peacefully among close family on May 2, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.

Frank was born on July 26, 1935 to Edward McCrary and Fannie (McCrary) Stapleton in Kansas City, Kansas. Frank was the youngest of 13 children. After high school Frank enlisted in the United States Air Force. After serving in...

Henrietta (Henri) Roberta Lindsey was born on August 13, 1934, in Ousley, Georgia a small farming community located between Valdosta and Quitman, GA. She passed on May 4, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio.

An only child, she was preceded in death by her mother; Oveda (Wood) Chelcy, father; Andrew Jackson Chelcy, maternal grandmother; Armetta Wood and paternal grandparents (Quitman, GA). She...

Mother Helen L. Robinson was born on May 22, 1943 to the late Leroy and Mable Prysock in Columbus, Ohio. She was the third child of nine children and formatively matriculated through the Columbus Public Schools.

Mother Robinson was a member of St. Paul AME Church in her early years. On September 17, 1964, she married James A. Robinson...

Sharon M. Horton, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 28, 2023, at the age of 71. Sharon was born on November 2, 1951, in Redfox, KY, to Alvin and Kathryn Hagans. She was a devoted member of Triedstone Baptist Church, where she shared her beautiful voice as a choir member. Sharon’s passion for gospel music led her...

Stanley Michael D. Ragland Sr. was born to Jesse Jr. and Alice Ruth Ragland on March 30, 1960 in Talladega Alabama, but made his home in Columbus, Ohio.

God called Stanley home on April 18, 2023 as he transitioned to be with the Lord.

Stanley was well known as uncle ”Stroke Dogg”. Stanley work multiple job’s and was a painter...

Fredrick L. Martin, age 74. Sunrise August 23, 1948 and Sunset April 24, 2023.

Fredrick “Fred” L. Martin Sr. was born on August 23, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio to Robert Lee and Annie Martin. He went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2023.

Fred was a standout football player and graduate of Central High School and...

In loving memory of Ronald Cornell Taylor, son of Cornell Taylor and Margaret Montgomery. Brother to his aunts and uncles (Terri Williams, Beatrice Williams, Kenny Montgomery, Charles Williams,Tonitta, Jeffrey, Michael, Harriet) and numerous amount of cousins and other family members that has passed away and his sons Ronrico Taylor Keyes and Lamontee Haggins & Daughter Iris Keyes and his girlfriend...

We are all gathered here to celebrate the homegoing of Eula Mae Martin. Eula Mae Martin was born in Rome, Georgia on July 14, 1936 and gained her wings on April 24, 2023.

Eula Mae Martin was the Matriarch of the White family, the last one to join her spiritual home in Heaven.

Eula Mae Martin is preceded...

Annabell Duncan, age 90. Sunrise June 14, 1932 and Sunset April 28, 2023.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Grace Apostolic Church, 1743 E. Lakeview Ave.

Interment at Union Cemetery.

Keep the family in your prayers as they write Mother Annabell’s obituary.