Obituaries

Linda Lee Johnson was born on June 16, 1953 to Janie Mae Banks and David Lee Banks in Columbus, Ohio. Linda was a devoted mother and grandmother. Her hobbies included cooking and being outdoors, sitting on the porch talking to her neighbors, taking walks and doing yardwork as well as doing anything to stay busy always made her happy.

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Byron Jamal Xenos Wilson, 27, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2023. Byron was born on February 7, 1996, in Springfield, Ohio, to Ruth Ann Sims and Kenneth Wilson.

Byron was a passionate and creative cook, and he loved his job at Chipotle, where he could share his love for food with others. He was also an...

Monica Tara Smith was born on June 18, 1963, to Mattie L. Smith and Morris W. Smith in Columbus, Ohio.

Monica grew up in the Linden area of Columbus and graduated from Linden McKinley High School. She met and married Ronald Hager. Monica later continued her education at Columbus State Community College where she received her licensure as a certified...

Malcolm Devonte Mason, 32, passed this life on May 3, 2023. Malcolm was born on January 31, 1991 in Mansfield, Ohio to Artie and Betty (Blaney) Mason.

Malcom was a proud 2009 graduate from Mansfield Senior High. Malcolm was a loving and loyal young man who loved spending time with his daughter, nieces and nephews. Malcolm had a deep love...

J.C. Blue was born on February 29, 1952 in Andalusia, Alabama to the late Mary M. Blue and Worth Beamon (raised by Robert G. Curry).

He lived in Alabama until he joined the United States Army.

In addition to his parents, JC is preceded in death by his wife Darnell Blue and siblings Annetta Marshall, Mary Henderson, Mattie Stackhouse, Robert...

Brandon James Gilliam entered eternal resting Sunday, April 30, 2023. He was born July 27, 1994 in Oberlin, Ohio. The son of Virgina (Gina) Gilliam and James Gilliam Jr. Brandon attended Beechcroft High School and worked in his community at various jobs.

Brandon was a very loving Man and was loved in return by everyone that truly knew him....

Frank Oliver McCrary (affectionately known as Larry) passed away peacefully among close family on May 2, 2023 in Columbus, Ohio.

Frank was born on July 26, 1935 to Edward McCrary and Fannie (McCrary) Stapleton in Kansas City, Kansas. Frank was the youngest of 13 children. After high school Frank enlisted in the United States Air Force. After serving in...

Henrietta (Henri) Roberta Lindsey was born on August 13, 1934, in Ousley, Georgia a small farming community located between Valdosta and Quitman, GA. She passed on May 4, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio.

An only child, she was preceded in death by her mother; Oveda (Wood) Chelcy, father; Andrew Jackson Chelcy, maternal grandmother; Armetta Wood and paternal grandparents (Quitman, GA). She...

Mother Helen L. Robinson was born on May 22, 1943 to the late Leroy and Mable Prysock in Columbus, Ohio. She was the third child of nine children and formatively matriculated through the Columbus Public Schools.

Mother Robinson was a member of St. Paul AME Church in her early years. On September 17, 1964, she married James A. Robinson...

Sharon M. Horton, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 28, 2023, at the age of 71. Sharon was born on November 2, 1951, in Redfox, KY, to Alvin and Kathryn Hagans. She was a devoted member of Triedstone Baptist Church, where she shared her beautiful voice as a choir member. Sharon’s passion for gospel music led her...

Stanley Michael D. Ragland Sr. was born to Jesse Jr. and Alice Ruth Ragland on March 30, 1960 in Talladega Alabama, but made his home in Columbus, Ohio.

God called Stanley home on April 18, 2023 as he transitioned to be with the Lord.

Stanley was well known as uncle ”Stroke Dogg”. Stanley work multiple job’s and was a painter...

Fredrick L. Martin, age 74. Sunrise August 23, 1948 and Sunset April 24, 2023.

Fredrick “Fred” L. Martin Sr. was born on August 23, 1948 in Columbus, Ohio to Robert Lee and Annie Martin. He went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2023.

Fred was a standout football player and graduate of Central High School and...