Obituaries

Rose Marie Underdown, age 85. Sunrise December 6, 1930 in Birmingham, Al and Sunset August 4, 2016 in Columbus, OH.

Marie, mom, grandmom was a truly a virtuous, women of valor. She was a strong, competent, and loyal to her family, those whom she cared and service. Marie and Rev. Guy W. Underdown Sr. were married for over 50 years,...

Martha Lou Dillon, age 65. Sunrise October 17, 1950 in Evergreen AL and Sunset August 5, 2016 in Bowling Green, KY. Martha was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by her parents Charlotte and Arthur Lane, husband Robert Charles Dillon Sr,, grandson Ke’Andre Dillon and siblings James E....

Dominique arrived on this earth May 23, 1988 and departed unexpectedly July 10, 2016. He is predeceased by his grandmothers Margaret Martin and Evelyn Gregory, great- grandfather Henry Gregory, nephew Mandela Alexander Bentley, aunts Idell Stewart, Christine Spaulding and Uncle Theodore Brunson. He leaves to cherish and remember his memory his father David Martin, mother Danya Gregory, daughter DaiCeon Gregory,...

Albert Carl McDonald Sr., age 75. Sunrise December 2, 1940 in Laurel, MS and Sunset August 3, 2016 at St. Anns Hospital in Westerville, OH. Albert was a graduate of Lima Senior High School, earned his Bachelor’s Degree at The Ohio State University and retired as a Medical Specialist from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Albert was also a member of New...

Michael Shawn Beatty, age 33. Sunrise March 5, 1983 and Sunset July 29, 2016. Michael was baptized at New Salem Baptist Church. He graduated from Whetstone High School where he is a Football Alumni; he also attended Tiffin and Kent State Universities. Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents Ernest and Clara McAtee Beatty and aunts Annette Humes Gladys,...

Wilie Douglas, age 85. Sunrise June 13, 1931 in Clover, SC and Sunset July 31, 2016 in Columbus, OH. Visitation 11:00am and Funeral 12:00 noon Friday August 12, 2016 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church, 608 Stambaugh Ave. Interment at Eastlawn Cemetery.

Yolanda Jean Bonner, age 50. Sunrise April 9, 1966 in Newark, OH and Sunset August 2, 2016 in Columbus, OH. Visitation 11:00am and Funeral 12:00 noon Wednesday August 10, 2016 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE 2500 Cleveland Ave.

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Hilda G. Alexander, age 68. Sunrise January 9, 1948 in Pulaski, VA and Sunset August 1, 2016 in Columbus, OH. She was a member of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church and retiree of The Ohio State University. Hilda was preceded in death by her parents James and Virginia Gordon and sister Mariam Harvey. Left to cherish...

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Rose Marie Underdown, age 85. Sunrise December 6, 1930 in Birmingham, AL and Sunset August 4, 2016 in Columbus, OH. Rose was a Patient Care Advocate with The State of Ohio and was a member of Oakley Full Gospel Baptist Church. Rose was Preceded in death by her parents Lillie Bell and Raymond Bennett Sr., husband Guy Underdown Sr.,...

David Lewis Hancock, age 60. Sunrise December 28, 1955 in Welch, WV and Sunset July 25, 2016 at Grant Hospital Columbus, OH. He graduated from North High School and Bliss College. David attended Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Virginia Hancock , brothers Herman and Melvin Ray Hancock and nephew Charlie Hancock....

Michael L. Johnson, Sr., age 42. Sunrise November 8, 1973 and Sunset July 17, 2016. Michael was preceded in death by his father, David Robinson. Left to cherish his memory, mother, Deborah Johnson; sons, Tyrone Johnson and Michael Johnson, Jr.; daughter, Tynisha Johnson; 8 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation 2pm and Funeral 3pm Saturday, July...

Freddy was born the oldest son to Lovie Warren Gilbert and Napolean Gilbert Freddy was a graduate of Webster High School, class of 1963.

Freddy met the love of his life, Dorothy Lewis and was married and born two sons, Fredrick and Sherman. Freddy was employed with Buckeye Steel where he retired after 39 years as a foreman. Freddy had...

The life and legacy of Linda Joyce Davis began on July 30,1955 in Columbus, Ohio. Linda lived and was educated in Columbus. Linda loved the lord, life and people. Linda gave her Savior a personal commitment through baptism at the young age of 16. Linda kept that commitment all of her life, she truly the lord and Savior. Linda loved...

Richard Charles Banks passed away at home Saturday July 23, surrounded by loved ones.

Richard was the eldest son born to the late Theodore and Ruth Banks on August 2, 1946 in Bryan, Texas. He attended Bryan City schools and graduated from Kemp High School in 1964.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents; Theodore and Ruth Banks and...

Frank Denby departed this earthly life on July 24, 2016 after a brief illness surrounded by family.

Frank was born February 1, 1938 in foster, Alabama to Jack and Francis Denby, who preceded him in death.

Frank served in the National Guard for two years. After his honorable discharge, frank returned to Columbus, Ohio where he was employed at General...

Sanders Young Jr., affectionately known as, “Sand Man, Bags, Paw-Paw, and Pops, passed away peacefully, Monday July 25th, 2016. He crossed the finish line of life, surrounded by his beloved family, and the caring and compassionate staff of Mount Carmel West Hospital (I.C.U.).

Born February 15th, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Sanders Young Sr. and Hattie Young-Edmondson. He...

Elizabeth Jane Peek, affectionately known as Betty was born October 11, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio and was called from labor to reward on July 18, 2016.

Betty was the third youngest of 12 siblings and was a product of the Columbus city schools.

Betty was born into gospel tabernacle and confessed Christ at an early age under the leadership of...

Marvin H Cox Sr, age 71, Sunrise May 15, 1945 and Sunset July 25,2016. Marvin was graduate of Licking Heights High School before moving to graduate from Bowling Green University on an achieved scholarship for football. As a soldier in the Vietnam War and a member of Southfield Baptist Church, he was not only a man of service, but also...