Obituaries

Mother Bertha Mae Doughty

Bertha Mae Doughty, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Columbus community, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2023, at the blessed age of 101. Born on August 2, 1922, in Columbus, Ohio, Bertha lived a life filled with love, faith, and dedication to her family and community.

Bertha was a woman of strength and resilience, leaving an indelible...

Yvonne Wiggins

Bobbie Dingess, Sr

Sallie B. Ambler

Sallie B. Ambler October 2, 1939 – November 16, 2023

Sallie B. Ambler, a beloved member of the Columbus community, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023, at the age of 84. Born on October 2, 1939, in Meansville, Georgia, Sallie was a cherished daughter of her late parents Annie and J.B. Holt and a loving sister to her surviving...

Roshelle “Food Soldier” Pate

In humble reverence, we remember Roshelle “Food Soldier” Pate, a soul who gracefully transitioned from this earthly realm on November 13, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on January 8, 1965, in Marquette, MI, Roshelle embodied the virtues of humility, gratitude, and profound respect for all of creation throughout her life’s journey.

Roshelle’s spirit radiated kindness, embracing the depths of generosity...

John M. Hawkins Jr.

John M. Hawkins, Jr., born October 28, 1950, to John, Sr. and Mary Algean Hawkins in Tchula, Mississippi. The family moved to the “West Side” of Columbus, OH in 1954, where he attended Chicago Ave. and Westgate Elementary; Westmoor Jr. High and graduated from West High School.

John married Carlotta Mitchell in August 1970 and was honorably discharged from the...

Karen D. Edwards

Karen Denise Edwards, age 59, went home to be with the lord on November 13, 2023. Karen was born on May 7, 1964 in Columbus, OH to Vivian Edwards and Archie Woods.

Karen graduated in 1982 from Linden-McKinley high school. She did home health care until battling breast cancer in 2003. Karen was a 10-year breast cancer survivor. She showed...

Bertha M. Howard

Bertha Mae Howard took her flight on Saturday, November 11, 2023.

Bertha Mae Pecolia Howard (Neé Crawford) was born to John and Alma Crawford, the 10th of 13 children on May 5, 1932. She was born in McDuffie County in Thomson, Georgia. Bertha gave her life to Christ at a very early age; she attended the Baptist church with her...

Ms Tabitha J (Fair) Poole

Ms Tabitha J (Fair) Poole, age 44. Sunrise November 23, 1978 and Sunset November 9, 2023.

Please revisit this page and pray for Tabitha’s family as they write her obituary.

Visitation 9:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:00 AM Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Rehoboth Temple Church of Christ, 1111 E Long Street. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estates. Ministry...

Edna Mae Washington

In Loving Memory of Edna Mae Washington

Edna Mae Washington, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, at the age of 73. Born on July 15, 1950, in Lake Charles, LA to Freddie and Hazel Walker, Edna Mae grew up in a close-knit community where her caring nature and infectious laughter touched...

Carolyn E. Evans

Carolyn Earnestine (Love) Evans, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 12, 2023, in Westerville, Ohio. Born in Columbus, Ohio, Carolyn was the daughter of the late Eliza Mae and Andrew Edward Love Sr.

Carolyn was a woman of great strength and determination. She leaves behind a legacy of caring and devotion.

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Darrick Michael Dawson

Darrick Michael Dawson ‘aka’ Tuff, Age 29 was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 9, 2023. He was born to Tasena Dawson and Darrick Crowder on December 27, 1993, in Columbus, Ohio.

Darrick was a pillar in his family. He had a special bond with his siblings, his son, as well as his mother, grandmother,...

James Richard Graddic Sr.

Dorothy Jean Owens

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Jean Owens

Dorothy Jean Owens, a woman of strength, faith, and unwavering love, peacefully passed away on November 12, 2023, at her residence in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 84. She was born on April 1, 1939, in Athens, Alabama, to her devoted parents John and Idell Shoulders.

Dorothy’s legacy lives on through...

Beverly Ann Leigh

Beverly Ann Leigh, a beloved member of the Columbus community, peacefully departed this world on November 7, 2023. Born on May 21, 1953, in Columbus, OH, she was the daughter of Lillie Leigh and the late James Leigh Sr. Beverly’s lifelong journey touched the lives of so many, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever be held close to the...

Irvin Maurice Hedrick

Thandi Michelle Crockett

Thandi Crockett was born in Columbus, Ohio, to loving parents, Reverend Dr. Sandra (Allen) Mack and Michael Crockett. Thandi’s name in Swahili is “love”. She was born two months prematurely, but fought to survive, and finally went home on Valentine’s Day, 1982. Thandi graduated from Xenia High School in 2000, where she impressed her loved ones with her cheerleading and...

Ronetta Jean Harris

Ronetta Harris (Rocki) was born June 21,1966 in Cleveland Ohio to the late Ronald Smith and Cheryl Smith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry Harris, sisters Venice Smith and Stacey Smith, and brother Anthony Smith.

Rocki accepted Christ at an early age. She attended Cleveland Public Schools. After her education she started a career in the...

Mr. Leopoldo Leon Dunlap

Leopoldo Leon Dunlap, a beloved husband, son, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on November 7, 2023, in Columbus, OH, at the age of 43. Born on November 23, 1979, in Toledo, OH, Leopoldo touched the lives of many with his kind heart and infectious laughter.

Leopoldo was a devoted family man, finding immense joy in the company of his...

Shaunna I. Townsel

Shaunna lnesz “Beautiful” Townsel was bom on July 4, 1998, to William A. Townsel and Sharoan I. Knight (Townsel) in Westerville, Ohio. Shaunna received her Wings to Our Heavenly Father on November 7, 2023, at 12:40pm.

Shaunna loved her daughter, family and friends. Her hobbies include travel­ing, shopping, cooking and dressing up. She had a flair for fashion and color...