Obituaries

Corey La’Paul Brown, age 29.  Sunrise May 1, 1987 and Sunset March 27, 2017.

Corey was preceded in death by his grandparents, Pamela Brown Jackson, Steve Jackson and Paul Brown; and great grandmother, Mildred Terry.

 

He leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Tracy Brown; father, Mark Hurt; sons, Cincere Hairston, and Zyair Brown; daughter, Corissa Brown; brothers, Cameron Brown,...

Delphine A. Burston, age 82.  Sunrise September 30,1934 in Columbus, Ohio and Sunset April 4, 2017.

She departed this life with family by her side following a short-term illness.  Her hobbies were singing, watching television, and “playing the numbers”.

Delphine was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Burston and Annabelle Porter; sister, Susie Burston and brother, Charles (Slick) Burston.   ...

LeDale Murphy Sr., age 72.  Sunrise October 13, 1944 in Cincinnati, OH and Sunset March 28, 2017 in Columbus, OH.  LeDale attended East High School and is a Veteran of The U.S. Marines.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lindsey Murphy Sr. and Eleanor Jackson Smith; stepfather, Grant Smith; son TyYuan Cupe and brother Lindsey “Billy” Murphy Jr.

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Vivian Josette Thompson, age 67, sunrise October 13, 1949 and sunset March 30, 2017 in Columbus, Ohio surrounded by her family. Vivian was a graduate of East High School and The Ohio State University. She retired from the State of Ohio where she worked for 20 years. She was a lifetime member of Christ Memorial Baptist Church where she sang...

Leartis C. Day, III, age 17. Sunrise June 23, 1999 and Sunset March 30, 2017.

Leartis attended Independence and Fort Hayes High Schools. He enjoyed listening to music, working and being with family. Leartis is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Gary Hood and Leartis C. Day, Sr.

He is survived by mother, Adrena Foster; father, Leartis C. Day, Jr;...

Wanda Jean Walton, age 59, Sunrise June 5, 1957 and Sunset March 31, 2017.

Wanda is preceded in death by her father, Earnest Walton Sr and brother, Jimmy Walton.

She leaves to cherish her memory, mother, Lula Walton; children, Shirley and Ronnie Walton; brothers, Earnest Jr and Frank (Lisa) Walton; sisters, Dianne Walton, Loretta (Calvin) Walton-Kidd, Lola (Frankie) Walton-Edwards, Martha...

L’Ailah A’Nai Jeanice Green was granted her angel wings on March 23, 2017, while in the loving arms of her mother Chynna Green.  L’Ailah’s life would seem so short to many but those who were touched by her life will forever remember the long lasting memory of her life.  L’Ailahs beautiful brown eyes would melt the hearts of those around...

William Cowan was born on March 3, 1940 in East Cleveland Ohio to the late Alex and Velda Cowan.

William lived most of his life in Cleveland, OH. On his last birthday William turned 77 years old. William attended and graduated from high school in Cleveland, OH.

William worked as a brick layer and was a lifetime member of the...

Tisa M. Davis was born on December 13, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio to Sharon Davis & Willie Seals.  She was a proud South High School bulldog but ended up receiving her high school diploma from East High School. She was employed at ServiceMaster Clean.  Tisa was known for loving her family & spending a lot of time with them. She...

Reverend H. Eugene Turner, age 67, met his Savior Jesus Christ face to face on Wednesday March 29, 2017.

He leaves to cherish his memory, wife, Kirby; daughter, Charra Turner; son, Cliffort Turner; stepsons, Lincoln and Alex Thomas; brothers, Howard, Keith, John, and Patrick Turner; sisters, Joyce Turner, Kay Forsythe, Twyla Mayo, and Rita Kearns; 14 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild,...

Donté AnJuan Moorer, aka “Te’Mo”, was the first born to Linda R. Alexander on May 28, 1977 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Linden McKinley High School, Class of 1995 where he participated as a “Panther” on the football team.

Donté was a talented pop culture musician and prolific artist. He produced unique music in his production company branded as...

Darnell Felton Sr., Age 34. Sunrise July 24, 1982 in Detroit, Michigan and Sunset March 26, 2017 at OSU Wexner Medical Center, James Cancer Hospital.

He was a former employee at TAT and he was also self employed. He enjoyed spending time with his children and his heart. He could walk into a room and brighten up the whole room....

Johnny Houston, born 1946 in Athens, Alabama, to Oma O’Neal and Dave Houston, accepted Christ at an early age.

Johnny leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Ennis Ann. Together they raised a family of three children, Marcus (Edda) Houston, Dale (Stephanie) Houston, and LaWonda Y. Houston. Johnny also dearly loved his two grandchildren, Dr. Maria Houston and Marcus...

KEYONNE MONTREL BUSH, SR., born March 22, 1987 in Goldsboro, North Carolina and transitioned to be with the Lord Jesus Christ at Grant Hospital ICU on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, Surrounded by family and friends.

He was the son of Simon Bush, Jr. and Shelia Wright. Keyonne M. Bush Sr. is preceded in death by his grandparents, Simon and Anna...

Henry W. Posey, age 90.  Sunrise September 9, 1926 in Johnston, SC and Sunset March 20, 2017 at St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville, OH.

Henry was a member of Rose Spring Church in Johnston, SC.  He was a veteran of The U.S. Air Force and retired Furnace Tender at Timpken Roller Bearing.

Henry was preceded in death by his mother,...

Lateef Hishim Amison, age 39. Sunrise August 12, 1977 and Sunset March 13, 2017.

Visitation 1:00pm and Funeral 2:00pm, Saturday, March 25, 2017 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Theresa Marie Caver was born February 16, 1960 and wet to be with God on March 18, 2017. She grew up on the west side of Columbus, but eventually moved to Arkansas in 1997. She came back to Columbus in 2012. In 2015 Theresa was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. She was able to maintain high spirits and her...

Roy Hogan Sr., age 68. Sunrise June 17, 1948 and Sunset March 7, 2017.

Roy attended Central High School and was a Veteran of The U.S. Navy. He worked at Grant Hospital and Columbus State Hospital and retired from Jeffreys Forman Club/ Dresser Industries. He was a Deacon at Greater Grace Temple.

Roy is survived by his wife of 43...

Robert Eugene Johnson, age 76.

Sunrise May 14, 1940 in and Sunset March 2, 2017. Robert was the owner of M&R Trucking Co.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Geology Johnson and Mamie Malone Johnson; son James D. Johnson; grandchildren, Michael Lamont Jr., James D. Johnson, Andre Gibbs and Kyle Humphries; sisters Lizzie Mae Seaverson and Dorothy Marie...

Ollie M. Redd, was born February 7, 1930 in Winsboro South Carolina and departed this life on March 16, 2017 in Columbus Ohio.

Mother Redd was a former member of Eliezer Church of Christ and Bibleway Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ. She is currently a member of Philadelphia Deliverance Church of Christ where she was a much respected and...