Obituaries

Jan 21, 2025

Jan 20, 2025

Tremain Dhemain Russell, lived life out loud. He was born in Detroit, MI, on Monday, July 15, 1991. “Trey” lit a fire in the hearts of all who loved him.He was the beloved son of Tomecca Russell and Tremain Jones, and the cherished bonus son of Damon J. Russell. His life was hallmarked by faith, family, and fatherhood. Trey’s journey...

Jan 20, 2025

Maerine Cupe, “Rine” Cupe, was born June 7, 1939, to the late Elder W. C. Cupe, Founder and Pastor Emeritus of Greater Liberty Temple COGIC and the late beloved First Lady Earrie L. Cupe.

Rine graduated from Central High School of Columbus, Ohio. She obtained a bachelor’s degree from Franklin University. Rine worked for the Federal Government for many years before...

Jan 19, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Eric Deion Crutcher. A bright light, Eric's smile and unconditional love touched everyone he met. Eric left this world too soon, but his legacy of kindness, compassion, and joy will forever be etched in our hearts.

Eric, born on Wednesday, March 13, 1996, in Columbus, OH, was a beacon of...

Jan 19, 2025

Viola Marsh peacefully departed this Earth on Sunday, January 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Thursday, August 24, 1950, to the late James Henry and Beauty Lee Gordon Sr. in Mansfield, Ohio, where she lived her entire 74 years.

Viola attended Mansfield Senior High School, where she was a member of the Track Court and excelled...

Jan 17, 2025

In Loving Memory of Destiny Desiree Ellis

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Destiny Desiree Ellis, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and aunt. Destiny left this world surrounded by love and light, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in our hearts.

 

Destiny was known for her bold and unapologetic personality. She had a remarkable way...

Jan 16, 2025

Bernice Fletcher was born June 27,1939 in Forkland, Alabama to the late Louis and Alice Williams. She celebrated her eternal homegoing early Thursday morning, January 16,2025 at Mt Carmel St. Ann Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Bernice retired from the Ohio Avenue East Daycare Center after 25 years of service and Ricart Automotive Car Dealership after 10 years.

Bernice was a faithful...

Jan 16, 2025

John Walter Garland entered into this world om July 30, 1943 and transitioned into eternity January 16, 2025. He was born to Boysie and Nona Garland in Chattanooga Tennessee. Mr. Garland was raised in Orchard Hill Ga. Until he later moved to Columbus, Ohio. Mr. Garland was preceded in death by his one son Michael Garland and Step son Kelvin...

Jan 16, 2025

Donna Marie Goodwin, age 84. Sunrise October 1, 1940 and Sunset January 16, 2025. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Chapel of Peace - East, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read the complete obituary,...

Jan 15, 2025

Richard Bunkley Jr., age 56. Sunrise October 14, 1968 and Sunset January 15, 2025. 

Jan 15, 2025

Herbert "Hank" Hezekiah Hale Sr., age 93. Sunrise September 28, 1931 and Sunset January 15, 2025. Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Gospel Lighthouse Church, 600 Frebis Ave. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. To read the complete obituary, order...

Jan 15, 2025

Rose Carol Davis, age 79, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on February 11, 1945, in Paintsville, Kentucky, to the late Delmar and Gladia (Ratliff) Fraley, Rose was known for her engaging personality and ability to connect with people, she never met a stranger. To know her...

Jan 14, 2025

Sidney Wayne Hardgrow Sr., age 69, passed away on January 14, 2025 in Mansfield, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Aubrey and Fredonia Hardgrow, as well as his siblings Sandra Akens, Vincent Hardgrow, and Joseph Akens. 

Sidney is survived by his cherished siblings, Tina Hardgrow (Tricia Rossi) and Andrew Akens; his devoted son, Sidney Wayne Hardgrow Jr....

Jan 14, 2025

Jan 14, 2025

Patrisha A Jones "Trish", age 65. Sunrise August 21, 1959 and Sunset January 14, 2025. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Sister, Aunt, Niece, Grandmother and Friend. A life long resident of Columbus, Ohio. She worked for the Franklin County Clerk of Courts for 25+ years being recognized as a Service Superstar....

Jan 14, 2025

Shirley Mae Butler, age 63. Sunrise January 19, 1961 and Sunset January 14, 2025. 

Jan 13, 2025

A Celebration of the Life of Deborah Wallace 



It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah “Debbie” Sue Wallace, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025 at the age of 66 in Columbus, Ohio after a courageous fight with cancer. Born on April 19, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio,...

Jan 11, 2025

Willie Harrell know as “Bruh” was born on December 20, 1947, in Salem, Alabama, to his late parents, Will and Rosa Lee Harrell. He was one of nine children born to this loving union. In 1955, the family relocated to Detroit, Michigan, where Willie grew up surrounded by the values of faith, family, and hard work that would guide him...

Jan 10, 2025

Jan 9, 2025

Taveon Eugene Fadis went home to be with the Lord on Thursday January 9, 2025' at the age of 15'- Taveon affectionately known as "TAY" was born on Tuesday January 17, 1989 in Columbus, Ohio to parents LaMonda LaChell Fadis and Hiawatha Kavan Armistead. 

Tay was a devoted Father, Son, Sibling, and Friend. Tay graduated from Pickerington High School in 2008....