Obituaries

Mother Willie Agnes Wheeler (Williams)

Mother Willie Agnes Wheeler (Williams)

Mother Willie Agnes Wheeler (Williams) was born on May 7, 1928, in the Mississippi Delta, the only child of Artelia Wheeler Harris.

She accepted Christ at the age of 12 and later began singing with the Silvertone Singers, a gospel quartet formed by her mother which was the first female quartet to sing on the radio in Vicksburg, Mississippi.  Later,...

Ronald Tyrone Walters Sr.

Ronald Tyrone Walters Sr.

“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.” – Psalms 121:1-2

Ronald Tyrone Walters, Sr.

Ronald, aka Tyrone, was born April 7, 1951 in Williamson, WV to the late Vernal and Deana Walters. Educated in Columbus City Schools when his parents moved to...

Mr. John W. Robinson

Mr. John W. Robinson

John W. Robinson, beloved life partner, father, brother, grandfather, and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born in Selma, Alabama on October 13, 1943, and later settled in Columbus, Ohio, where he made a lasting impact on his community.

John also known as “Billy”, was a hardworking individual who dedicated his...

Mr. Robert O. Floyd

Mr. Robert O. Floyd

Mr. Robert Oneal Floyd was born on July 15, 1937 to the late Lem and Mildred Floyd in Pageton, West Virginia. During his late childhood, Oneal, as he was affectionately known by family, was relocated to Stuart, Virginia where he was raised by his aunt and uncle, Sherman and Hattie Hagwood. Robert graduated from Patrick Central High School of Stuart...

Juliana Ad Sanniez

Juliana Ad Sanniez

Juliana AD Sanniez, age 75. Sunrise June 25, 1948 and Sunset November 18, 2023.

Please pray for the family as they prepare the obituary.

Visitation 8:00am and Funeral 9:30am Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Calvalry Presbyterian Church,4930 Cleveland Ave

Interment at Mamtong-Akuapen Presbyterian Cemetery in Ghana.

Lisa Michelle Odimegwu

Lisa Michelle Odimegwu

In Loving Memory of Lisa Michelle Odimegwu

Lisa Michelle Odimegwu, born on August 1, 1968, in Buffalo, NY, journeyed to eternal rest on November 22, 2023, in Columbus, OH. She leaves behind an indelible mark on the hearts of her loved ones, as they mourn the loss of a cherished mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend.

Lisa, a proud African...

William L. Burgess

William L. Burgess

William L. Burgess (Billy) was born in Columbus Ohio on March 8, 1949, to the late Lawrence E. and Mary Hart (O’Hara) Burgess. Billy started attending church at the age of 8 weeks. He was baptized at Trinity Baptist church under the leadership of Pastor E.A. Parham, where he was an active member of the BTU, the Youth Fellowship Program...

Walter Edward Stewart Sr.

Walter Edward Stewart Sr.

Walter E. Stewart Sr., 83 years old, was born July 12, 1940 in Columbus, Ohio. Walter made his peaceful transition to be with the Lord on Thursday November 9, 2023 at Mount Carmel East in Columbus, Ohio.

Walter was reunited with his wife of 51 years, Theresa (Hairston) Stewart, parents Hasker and Hattie Stewart, mother and father-in-law Maude and Eugene...

Mr. Otis S. Burton

Mr. Otis S. Burton

Otis Sylvester Burton, affectionately called Nkatapu, 84, of Columbus, OH was called home to be with the Lord on November 21, 2023. Otis was born on New Year’s Day January 1, 1939, in Logan, WV to the late Sylvester Jackson and the late Johneva Dose. He was affectionately raised by his grandmother, the late Surluster Miller (Granny).

He graduated...

Franklin Eliseo Cano

Franklin Eliseo Cano

Mr Franklin Eliseo Cano, age 36. Sunrise October 8, 1987 and Sunset November 19, 2023. Visitation 12:00 PM -2:00 PM, at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave. Interment at Evergreen Burial Park. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Cano Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

Tamika Loree Mangum

Tamika Loree Mangum

Tamika Loree’ Mangum was born on September 17, 1981. She departed this life on November 14, 2023, at OSU Hospital.

Tamika proceeded in death by her mother, Marlys Mangum.

She leaves to mourn her passing, two sisters, Kamaria and Natousha Mangum; five nieces, Danae, Nakyla, Dionna, Ah’Niyah, and Kamryn; grandparents, Beverly Edwards, Louis (Emma) Mangum; uncle, Dwight (Charlene); her...

Mother Bertha Mae Doughty

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...

Sallie B. Ambler

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

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.

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...

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