Obituaries

Jun 20, 2024

Linda Howard, age 56, was born on August 3, 1967 and passed away on June 20, 2024.

Linda attended a Columbus Public School and was a graduate of Whetstone High School. She furthered her education to receive her management and cosmetology licenses. 

Linda is preceded in death by her father, Vernell Howard; son, Keith Howard; maternal grandparents, Charlie and Virginia Hancock; paternal...

Jun 20, 2024

Wallace Thompson, an avid baseball enthusiast and devoted fan of the Cleveland Guardians and The Cleveland Browns, took his final breath on June 20, 2024, at Winchester Terrace in Mansfield, OH. Born on March 5, 1942, in Canton, MS, he had a fulfilling life that touched the hearts of many. Wallace was a retired laborer from Mansfield Plating after a...

Jun 19, 2024

Jun 18, 2024

Allen Ali Shermon Wright was born on October 14, 1977 at Doctor’s North Hospital and he left this life on June 18, 2024. 

He graduated from Mifflin High School. Allen was employed by I.T.C. Telemarketing where he became a supervisor, and then furthered his employment at Jumphome, Super Duper, Wendy’s, Prologistics, and L Brands. 

Allen enjoyed learning taekwondo during his younger days,...

Jun 18, 2024

Beulah Lee Arnold, age 81. Sunrise May 5, 1943 and Sunset June 18, 2024. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Monday, July 1, 2024 at Mt. Carmel Community Baptist Church , 608 Stambaugh Ave.

Jun 18, 2024

Jun 18, 2024

Edward (Ricky) Thomas was born on August 19, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan. Ricky passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at the age of 77. He was the beloved son of Tommy Lee (Walker-Thomas) Brown and Earnest (Dub) Thomas. 

He is survived by his wife, Georgette (Atlanta, GA); son, Eric (Bakersfield, CA); and daughter, Kendra (Atlanta, GA). 

Ricky spent his early childhood years...

Jun 18, 2024

Detrica Diane Williams, beloved mother, fiancé, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2024, at the age of 56. Born on August 2, 1967 to Joseph and Addie Ford in Monroe, Louisiana.

Detrica gave her life to Christ in August of 1976 where she became a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She graduated from Saginaw High School...

Jun 17, 2024

Mother Brenda Shepherd was born August 20, 1945, in Logan, West Virginia, to the union of Sodick and Linnie (Jones) Stoumile. She gained her heavenly wings on Monday, June 17, 2024. 

She married Charles Shepherd on March 4, 1963 and with that union was born nine children. 

She accepted Christ at the age of 15, and she attended Cornerstone Pentecostal, under the...

Jun 16, 2024

Mary Arlene Harmon, age 85. Sunrise October 27, 1938 and Sunset June 16, 2024. Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Trinity Baptist Church, 461 St Clair Ave. Interment at Union Cemetery Association. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave. To read the...

Jun 15, 2024

Eric Yaw Owusu, age 42. Sunrise September 24, 1981 in Ghana and Sunset June 15, 2024 in Columbus, OH. 

Please pray for Eric's family as they prepare his obituary.

Jun 15, 2024

Billy R. Hook, 45 years of age, passed away unexpectedly on June 15, 2024 at 11:43pm from undiagnosed cardiovascular health issues. 

Billy was born on August 20, 1978 to parents, Robert Jr. and Constance Hook in Columbus, Ohio. After Billy graduated from Eastmoor High School, he began his employment with Patton Wall Covering and CEVA Logistics as a Forklift Operator. Later...

Jun 15, 2024

The family of Rocquib Terrell Ellman announces his passing on June 15, 2024, at the age of 49 in Columbus, Ohio. Born on December 15, 1974, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Rocquib was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather.

Rocquib was cherished for his love of reading, passion for watching football games – especially when supporting his favorite team, the Philadelphia Eagles,...

Jun 13, 2024

Jesse C. Johnson was born on September 24, 1925, in Topeka, Kansas, to Jesse and Effie Johnson. Hisearly years were marked by both adversity and resilience. Following his birth, his family relocated to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Tragedy struck early when Jesse lost his father at the tender age of 12, thrusting him into the role of a protective older brother...

Jun 12, 2024

Nathaniel D. Jordan, II age 68 transitioned peacefully to eternity on June 12, 2024, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born into this world a “preemie” on March 6, 1956, weighing only 4 lbs. 6ozs. He was in the NICU for 4 weeks, never giving up his fight. Finally, after reaching a weight of 5 lbs., his...

Jun 12, 2024

A FAITHFUL SERVANT...

Paul Lee Thomas Patterson Jr was born on May 14,1949 in Switchback, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul Lee Thomas Patterson and Annie Williams Patterson, paternal grandparents Sydney and Elizabeth Patterson; aunts Armazel Williams and Mary Lee Valentine (Thomas).

Paul graduated from Northfork High School in North Fork, West Virginia in 1967. In those...

Jun 10, 2024

Jun 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of Tommy Lewis Edwards, Jr. (February 17, 1991- June 10, 2024)

Columbus, Ohio mourns the loss of a cherished son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, Tommy LewisEdwards Jr., fondly known as “Tom” to many, possessed a radiant spirit. His boundless love touched thelives of all who had the honor of knowing him. Born on a crisp winter day...

Jun 10, 2024

Carmelle was born on February 13, 1967, in Columbus, Ohio to Edna Mae and Frederick Lee Good. She was the youngest of seven children with siblings Carlton, Cassandra, Carolyn, Colleen, Cindy and Carla. She graduated from Linden McKinley High School in 1985 and went on to have diverse careers in early childhood education, nursing, entertainment and finance.

Carmelle was known for...

Jun 9, 2024

Michelle R. Mills, age 58, of Columbus, Ohio, was born July 15, 1965 in Bridgeton, New Jersey, to Lee Edward Morgan and Delores Frain. 

Michelle grew up in Bridgeton, New Jersey, and graduated from Bridgeton High School. She traveled and saw many parts of the world before settling in Ohio where she worked in the medical field for over 20 years. 

Known...