Obituaries

Life Reflections of Devan Antwaun Willis

Devan loved three things for sure—his mother and brothers, his children and music! All his life he was looking after his mother and twin brothers. That’s why his grandma Diane nicknamed him “Grandpa”! With his sons, he made sure they participated in not only school activities but sports as well. When Tanya’s health failed,...

Charlotte Ann (Wilson) Bell

Born May 1, 1934 in Weirton, WV to Viola Mae (Barnett/Godfrey) and Alan Richard Wilson. She attended Richmond Elementary and Junior High and graduated in 1952 from Jefferson Union High School in Ross Ridge of Jefferson County, Ohio. She participated in the Debate club, Future Farmers of America and Future Teachers of America, Y-teens, Chorus, and...

Gilbert Russell “June” Abbington, Jr. was born August 11, 1970; He departed life unexpectedly at the tender age of 47 on June 15, 2018.

June is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert Sr. and Willa Abbington.

Gilbert, affectionately known as June or Junior was known to be cool, calm and collected. He was an avid lover of rap music....

 

Journey of Life

Frances Maxine Terrell was born March 31, 1934 in Montgomery, West Virginia to William and Katie Terrell.

Maxine attended Simmons High School in Montgomery, WV. She later moved to Columbus, OH.

Maxine was a loving Mother, Sister, Aunty, Grandmother, and friend. She will always be remembered for her caring ways and how she opened up...

Charles Edward Hale McCoy, age 30. Sunrise April 28, 1988 and Sunset June 11, 2018.

Visitation 9:00am and Funeral 10:00am Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Southfield Community Baptist Church, 1388 Augmont Ave.

Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. 

Louise Carter was born July 28, 1923 in Orlando, Florida.

Louise was the oldest of 11 children born to the late Elder Emanuel Harris and the late Rosa Gainous Harris.

Louise attended kindergarten in Greensboro, Florida, Washington Elementary School in Steubenville, Ohio and Alliance, Ohio. She graduated from Steubenville High School “Big Red” in 1941. After high school, she completed...

Morris Millard Medley, aka Deacon Millard Medley, age 88. Sunrise April 20, 1930 in East Gulf, WV and Sunset June 9, 2018 in Columbus, OH.

Visitation 6:00pm and Funeral 7:00pm Thursday June 14, 2018 at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church Sunbury Rd.

Nora Ewing, 62, born  June 17, 1955 in Lake Elsinore, California, to parents  Roy and Haroldine Perry. Nora  passed on Sunday, June 10, 2018.  Nora Loved her three sisters; Cheryl Holloway, Carolyn Sweeney, Irene Perry and four brothers. Nora graduated from Lake Elsinore High in 1973 and received a degree from Columbus State. Nora worked at Mount Carmel Hospital until...

Rosetta Diggins, age 59, Sunrise May 26, 1959 and Sunset June 9, 2018 Visitation 2:00pm and Funeral 3:00pm Monday, June 18, 2018 at MARLAN GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave

Darlena Hancock, age 50, Sunrise March 25, 1968, Sunset May 26, 2018. Darlena entered into the work field as a dietician/chef for several nursing homes facilities.

Darlena is preceded in death by her father Eddie Kelso, grandparents Charlie and Virginia Hancock, brother Tyrone Hancock, uncles Herman, David, and Melvin Ray Hancock.

Darlene leaves to cherish her memory with daughter, Angelique...

Harry Russell Harris often known as Pee Wee, age 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 8, 2018, in his home.

Harry was born December 12, 1948, in Baltimore MD, to Frank and Mamie Harris. After completing High School he enlisted in the United States Armed Services in 1968. After his discharge he found work in many different industries.

Harry...

Eugene Flowers Sr. Aka “Eudle” was born January 29, 1954 to the late Willie and Viola (Murry) Flowers and was called to rest on Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

Eudle was a proud husband, father, and grandfather. He was an active member of Barnett Rd. Baptist Church (The Truth Church) where he was a member of the choir and served as...

Richard Eugene Strickland, 78, passed away on Thursday June 7, 2018 at his home in Ohio. Richards was born in Ashland, Mississippi on May 29, 1940 to Eugene and Mattie (Richards) Strickland.

He gave his life to Christ at an early age. When Richard was younger, he worked on the family farm and helped to raise his younger siblings. Family...

Dr. Gerald Lowery, Sr.

Sunrise, July 1, 1943-Sunset, June 7, 2018, twenty-four days shy of his 75th birthday. He attended Columbus Public Schools and obtained his degree in Business Administration from Niagara Falls University. He later earned his Master’s degree in Theology from Peeksville University and his Doctorate of Di-vinity in Theology from the Ohio-California Diocese Theology Seminary School of...

Quantaine Jamone Tate born February 12, 1984 in Columbus, Ohio departed this life on June 6, 2018. Also, known as “QT or “Q” by friends and family. He received his General Education Diplomas in 2012. He was the owner of Tate’s Cleaning Services from 2012 thru 2014.

Quantaine was an avid Ohio State buckeye and North Carolina Panther fan. He...

Gwendolyn Marie Gillard, age 68. Sunrise July 25, 1949 in Powhatan, WV and Sunset June 5, 2018 in Columbus, OH. Services are pending with Marlan Gary Funeral Home, The Chapel of Peace North 2500 Cleveland Ave. Donations can be made below.

Desean Rondel Bonet was born June 27, 1999 in Detroit MI. At the age of 5 he found his permanent residence and became part of the Bonet family in Columbus, Ohio.

Though faced with many obstacles in life Desean was an over-comer. He was very independent and strong-minded. He was a high school graduate, and was interning in the construction...

Anna Marie Gaston born January 03, 1953 in Los Angeles, California, went home to be with the Lord on June 5, 2018.

At the age of ten Maria’s family moved to Columbus, Ohio. She grew up in the Brentnell area. Maria was an exceptional athlete, she was good at track and had a passion for softball. She participated in the...

 

Paul Michael Leith Green was born on March 13, 1996 to Jackie N. and Paul W. Green in Westerville, Ohio. He attended and graduated from Pickerington Central High and Eastland Career Center in 2014.

Paul enlisted in the Army National Guard (Honorable) soon after graduating from high school. Earlier this year a recruiter from the Army Reserve spoke...