Obituaries

Ruth Renee’ Taylor was born July 8,1964 to Clair Taylor and Richard Wallace in Brownsville, Pennsylvania. She was the oldest of three siblings and was always very protective of them. Ruth was affectionately called RuRu, a name given to her by her oldest nephew Anthony.

At a young age Ruth accepted Jesus Christ at Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Brownsville,...

DaMarko Anthony Dean Carver Lindsey was born on December 27, 2019 at riverside hospital to Christina Carver and Deshay D. Lindsey.

Being a blessing from the start, Damarko came into this world weighing 5 pounds and 13 ounces. I never knew something so tiny any small could have a big impact on us all. Damarko was breathtaking at first sight....

The last Rant of an Angry Black Man was written on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Nathaniel A. Angel, blessed this world with 67 years of wit, humor and unapologetic Blackness.

Born on October 8, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio to Rosetta K. Angel and William Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Taunda Angel. Nathaniel...

George “Hot Poppa” Bester born July 23, 1944 to the late Jesse Bester and Susie Lewis in McAlpin, West Virginia. He was raised in Beckley, West Virginia; where he attended Stratton High School and played on the football team.

In 1965 he married Paula Jean Bester. Shortly after they relocated to Columbus, Ohio where they resided until God called him...

William Keith Harris age 77 sunrise June 21, 1942 and sunset April 16, 2020 passed away peacefully at home. He is preceded in death by parents Paul and Gertrude A. Harris, brothers Edward Bowyer; Harry; Herman and James (Jimmy) Harris.

William is survived by wife Carolyne; brother Bruce Harris and sister Mary Robinson children Alicia (Michael) Cox, William Harris,...

Tina Marie Reeves entered her eternal life in heaven on April 27, 2020 at the age of 58. She was born to the late Anne Pearl Churchill and Tyrone Burton. Tina was proceeded in death by her grandmother Versula Jamar and nephew Tyler Jamar. Tina is survived by her 3 daughters Tiana (Omesh) Mohabir, Tiffany Reeves and Tanisha Reeves. Grandchildren...

Charles F. Love Jr. was born September 7, 1956 and passed away peacefully on April 18, 2020.

Charles is preceded in death by parents, Barbara and Charles Love; grandmother, Maggie Brower; and brothers, Thomas and Douglas Love.

Charles leaves to cherish his memory, children, Tamiko Wyche, Keishawn Winland, Charles Winland, Shanika Harris, Larenzo Winland, DeAngelo Winland, and Heaven Love; sister,...

A Godly life that was precious to us climaxed on April 27, 2020 when Michael was summons from this life to life eternal.

Michael was born in Columbus Ohio on December 26, 1956 to Minnie Ann Nesbitt Morgan and Michael Junious Clanton. Michael was a proud graduate of Eastmoor Senior High School where his dedication and love of sports allowed...

William Calvin Garner II, age 75, was born on August 3, 1944 to the late Lucius H. and Thelma M. Garner. William was a lifelong resident of Toledo, Ohio, and recently moved to Columbus, Ohio to live with his son William III, daughter-in-law Melissa and grandchildren William IV and Laurel.

William was a graduate of Edward Drummond Libbey High...

Jimmi Delee Simpson Jr., 25, of Columbus, Ohio was born on Friday, September 16th, 1994 to Ragina Easley and Jimmi Delee Simpson Sr. He attended Columbus City Schools and graduated from Focus Learning Academy High School in 2016 where he blossomed into a wonderful young man. A beautiful soul with a smile that could light up any room. Jimmi loved...

Patricia Ann Holmes was born August 19, 1942 to Eloise and Sidney Jenkins in Memphis, Tennessee. She lived this life to the fullest with a strong love for her family. Pat was raised with her two sisters, Phyllis and Peggy and spent most of her life in Columbus, Ohio.

Pat graduated from Linden McKinley High School in Columbus. During...

Alexander Anim, age 54. Sunrise October 23, 1965 and Sunset April 26, 2020.

Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Friday, May 15, 2020 at Jesus Power Assemblies of God, 5215 Cleveland Ave.

Interment at Blendon Central Cemetery.

Elizabeth M. Bragg, aged 91, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 26, 2020. She was born on November 6, 1928 in Kokomo, Indiana to Edmond Day and Anna Day.

On November 14, 1957, Elizabeth married James H. Bragg, and they raised two daughters, Catherine and Valerie. Elizabeth was a passionate early childhood educator, devoted to...

Mom, the words I want to say to express my deep pain in losing you are nowhere to be found. My mind is overloaded, my heart misfiring, my spirit hoping you’re in a better place.

I want you- I need you right now to kiss me one last time, to squeeze me one last time, to whisper, I Love you...

Willene Jones, age 57. Sunrise February 17, 1963 and Sunset April 21, 2020.

Please continue to visit this page and pray for the family as they compose the obituary, telling the life story of Willene Jones.

Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Saturday, May 2, 2020 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST,...

Richard D. Ford was born September 30, 1951 in Columbus, Ohio to James and Doretha Richardson. He accepted Christ and was baptized at Refuge Baptist Church. He was a Vietnam veteran and an avid fisherman.

Richard was employed with Crown Plaza for 27 years until his retirement. He received the White House Communication Agency Certificate of Appreciation Award on...

Mary Kendrick was born June 21, 1949 to Wilbert and Olivia Whitson in Berry, Alabama.

As a child she moved to Kentucky then Columbus, Ohio. She attended Columbus City Schools and graduated from East High School. After graduating, she attended The Ohio State University and received an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

Mary worked for the city of...