Obituaries

Orlandis Hunter affectionately known as Junebug passed away on May 22, 2022. He was born September 16, 1952 to Berry and Rosalie Hunter. He attended Milo Elementary school until an accident made life challenging for him. He went on to attend Arc Industries for many years.

As a youth he often traveled with his family on vacations to various locations...

Charlene Foster was born July 3,1950 to her late father and mother Clause Smith and Mary Rozelle in Columbus, Ohio.

From a very early age she worked for Ohio Health where she would later retire on February 21. She loved cooking which would bring all of her family to her house. She made everything from scratch and was known for...

Gabrielle Nicole “Gabby” Rufus, age 9. Sunrise April 11, 2013 and Sunset May 15, 2022. Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Saturday, May 28, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd).

Joseph Jerome Austin was born September 2, 1955 in Columbus, Ohio and lived until May 4, 2022.

He resided in the state of Ohio all of his life with Columbus being his home. He attended the Columbus Public School System. His work life was various labor positions, plumbing and warehouseman. He was talented at fixing things.

He enjoyed and was...

Candy Kaye Brown Zinimon, Sunrise 1966 – Sunset 2022. She was born in Columbus, Ohio. She departed to life eternal with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 19, 2022.

Candy is preceded in death by her Father Charles Edward Brown, Mother Bernice Gilliam Brown, Brother Stanley Morris Brown, Paternal Grandparents Percy and Lella (Woods) Brown, Maternal Grandparents Morris...

Mrs. Mae C. Ellis, age 84. Sunrise December 3, 1937 and Sunset May 17, 2022.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Ellis Family as they write the obituary for their mom and grandmother.

Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Thursday, May 26, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500...

Mae C. Ellis, age 84. Sunrise December 3, 1937 and Sunset May 17, 2022.

Please revisit this page and pray for the family as they write the obituary for their mother and grandmother.

Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Thursday, May 26, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave....

Brenda Ruth Norris, 75, passed away on May 16, 2022. Brenda was born on April 7, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY to Catherine Norris.

Brenda retired from The Social Security Administration after 30 years of service and was a member of Great Mitchell Chapel. She loved jazz and playing Pokeno and Bid Whist.

She is preceded in death by her mother;...

Annie Lee Davis, 64, passed away on May 17, 2022. Annie was born on May 31, 1957 in Mansfield, OH to Nathaniel Davis and Lela Davis.

Annie attended Mansfield Public Schools, and was a former member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and Shiloh Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jesse James Thompson, Tommy Carter Sr.;...

Christopher Russell Jr., age 41. Sunrise September 22, 1980 and Sunset May 12, 2022.

Please revisit this page and pray for The Russell Family as they write Christopher’s obituary

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Monday, May 23, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of...

Monica Renee’ Smith was born October 27, 1986, to John Larry Smith Sr. and Joyce Elaine McDade. She was the youngest of six siblings.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Monica on May 9, 2022. She peacefully took her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ hands to be in heaven.

Monica Renee’ is preceded in death...

Lakeisha Lashay Hadnot was born on December 29,1979 to Michael H. Hadnot and the late Georgia M. Hadnot in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was called home May 11, 2022.

Lakeisha grew up in the West End area of Cincinnati and moved to Newark, Ohio in her early teen years. She attended Newark Senior High school and worked many jobs in the...

Deloretta M. Conner, 76, better known as Brenda, died at home with family on May 13, 2022. She was born on May 13, 1946 in Lexington, KY to Willie and Pearl McCann who preceded her in death.

Brenda retired from the United States Army after 40 years. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and spending time with her family. Brenda was...

On the morning of Friday, May 13, 2022, Marcia Jean Shands Dowe traveled from this life to eternity. We will miss our beloved family member, sister in Christ, and friend.

Marcia Jean Shands Dowe was born January 16, 1959, in Spartanburg, South Carolina to Marcellus Shands, Sr. and Shirley Louise Williams. She was lovingly adopted by her second mother, Joyce...

Lynda Jene Higgenbotham Young, transitioned into the arms of the Lord on May 9th, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio surrounded by the prayers and love of her family.  She was known for her adventurous and caring spirit by all who had the pleasure of meeting her and leaves many beautiful memories for everyone to cherish.

She was born on December 29th,...

William “Billy” “Still Bill” Henry Caslin was born on February 1, 1958, in Columbus, OH to parents Ersula and Robert Caslin Sr. He went home to be with the Lord May 5, 2022.

William was educated in the Columbus Schools attending Linden High School. He then served his country in the U.S. Army from which he received an honorable discharge....

Tyrone S. Vines was born on March 25th. 1940 in Logan, West Virginia and called to his Heavenly home on May 11th. 2022.

A graduate of Marshall High School, Tyrone later moved to Columbus Ohio. He went to school and became a mechanic. A veteran of the U.S Army, Tyrone later owned and operated an antique shop.

Affectionately known as...

Cennie L. Kimber transition to Heaven on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2022, at her home in Columbus, Ohio. Cennie is the eldest child and daughter to Corse and Elizabeth Bivens. She was born on October 2, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio.

Cennie’s unique name came from her father’s sister. When Cennie would explain the pronunciation of her name, she would point...

Bruce Leroy Farmer, age 60.

Sunrise November 19, 1961 and Sunset May 5, 2022. Visitation 6:00 PM and Memorial Service 7:00 PM Friday, May 13, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. (one block east of Noe Bixby, turn North on Lonsdale Rd). To stream the service, read the complete obituary,...