Obituaries

Marilyn Pinkston, 68, passed away on March 8, 2022. Marilyn was born on March 11, 1953 in Talladega, AL to Perry Jenkins and Leatha McGhee.

Marilyn was a graduate of Mansfield Senior High School; was a member of Shiloh Full Gospel Baptist Church and was a musician at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and many other churches in the city.

Marilyn...

George Edward Goodwin was born January 2, 1933, to the parents of Lee Morris and Carrie Bell Goodwin in Shuqulak, Mississippi. George had a nineth-grade education, but with the things he accomplished you would have thought he had his master’s degree because of the wisdom, knowledge and experience gained throughout his years.

George had the privilege of meeting the love...

Joyce Ann Bowens, age 63. Sunrise May 14, 1958 and Sunset March 9, 2022.

Please revisit this page and pray for The Bowens Family as they write Joyce’s obituary

Visitation 1:00 PM and Memorial Service 2:00 PM Monday, March 14, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.

Genola Silver Eiland born to Horace and Nancy Richardson Silver on August 10, 1937 in Warrenton, NC. She departed this life peacefully in home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, March 9, 2022.

Genola was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. She never met a stranger. She was an adoptive mother to many and a friend to all. She...

Dalin LaRon Green was born August 17, 1980, to Dave Green Jr. and Linda Green.

Dalin was preceded in death by his Father Dave Green Jr., Grandparent’s: Dave Green, Sr. & Delsie Green, Eldridge Walker, John & Christine Thaggard. Brothers: Christopher Lee Long, Dave (Donnie) Green, III.

Dalin leaves cherished memories with his Loving, Wonderful Mother Linda J. Green. Six...

Mary Ellen Tyler born October 13, 1959 in Columbus, Ohio. She went to rest in peace with her son and other family members on March 7, 2022.

Mary is preceded in death by her son, Eric; sister, Candy; brother, James Jr., and little James; and other family members.

Mary leaves to cherish her memories, mother, Saundra; father, James Sr.; son,...

On Tuesday March 8th, 2022, Lenora (Lennie) Faye Orton, age 70 entered an eternal slumber when she answered the summons and kept her appointment with our almighty Lord and Savior. She peacefully passed away in her home surrounded by her children and loving husband Deacon Matthew Orton of 48yrs.

Lenora was born July 28, 1951, to the late Reverend...

Ira Cross Jr. was born on March 25, 1942 in Greenville, Alabama to the late Ira and Ethlene Cross, and was the oldest of four children. In 1961, Ira moved to Columbus, Ohio. He transitioned peacefully on Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Ohio State University at the tender age of 79.

Ira, affectionately known for many names including “Slim”,...

Terry Eugene Reeves was born in Guam on April 18,1955 to Mary and Caloway Reeves Sr. He was the 4th oldest of 13 children. On March 7th, 2022 at Riverside Methodist Hospital he rejoined his loving parents along with two of his brothers and two of his sisters.

Terry attended Columbus Public Schools. He was a Panther, He graduated from...

Charles J Bell, age 49. Sunrise January 17, 1973 and Sunset March 5, 2022.

Please pray for the family as they prepare the obituary.

Visitation 10:30 AM and Funeral Service 11:30 AM Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. Masks and Social Distancing are required.

Interment at Green...

Freeman Larry Howell, age 66, transitioned from mortal to eternal life on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, Columbus, Ohio, at the Crown Pointe Care Center. Freeman was the seventh of eight children born to the union of Reverend Clyde and Vera M. (Tisby) Howell, on September 20, 1955, Columbus, Ohio. Freeman was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings:

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Rickey Hairston Sr. was born March 13, 1950, to the late William and Ella Hairston. Rickey was also known as Hustleman.

Rickey graduated from East High School in 1970 where he played football and they won State Championship that year. Rickey also received a football scholarship to Central State University. Rickey decided to attend Bliss College where he obtained an...

Leslie Michele Washington, age 50, of Columbus Ohio, went home to be with the Lord Friday February 25, 2022.

On June 9,2005, Leslie graduated from Columbus State Community College with an associate degree in Dental Hygiene. Just four years later, Leslie received her bachelor’s degree in Health Management with honors from Franklin University and became a dental hygienist.

Leslie worked...

Paul A. “Pop Itch” Williams went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. He was born May 21, 1949 to Robert and Evelyn Williams.

Paul attended Linden McKinley High School, as well as Columbus, State, and he received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University. Paul enjoyed doing so many things, fishing, hunting, and dancing. He...

Benjamin “Chuckie” Davis Jr went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on March 1, 2022 at the age of 71. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 4, 1951 to the late Benjamin and Sally Davis Sr.

Benjamin, affectionately known as Chuckie, was very talented in various areas, he loved dog training, drawing, and spending time with family. He...

Erika Louise (Kay) Polk was born on December 29, 1966, in Sherman, Texas. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio at a young age where she was reared by her mother, Jarvis Polk Marsh, and her step-father, Eddie Marsh. Erika was a 1985 graduate of Malabar High School, and a graduate of Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, where she majored in chemical engineering....

Brenda Arlene Medley, 72, was born Brenda Arlene Sims in Columbus, Ohio on March 31, 1949 to the late Georgia Mae Sims and James Henry Sims, Sr.

Brenda attended Marion-Franklin High School and earned both a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronic Engineering and a Culinary Arts associate’s degree. As an Electrician Journeyman, Brenda was one of Ohio’s very first Black, female...

Marion Jean Shoulders passed away peacefully at The Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Ashland, OH.

Jean was born on April 10, 1936 in Canton, Ohio. She attended Mansfield City Schools and graduated from Mansfield Senior High School.

Jean was the first African American cashier worker in Mansfield. She was employed by T&A Saveway, Fisher Fazio’s, Harman Electric Company and the...

Let’s begin by saying this is a celebration of life for Anthony “Dose” Valdez age 39. Anthony transitioned into eternal passing on February 22, 2022. He was born May 8, 1982 in Adrian, Michigan to Augustina Valdez Aboytes-Vega and Anthony Garcia. He was born to his parents, but we all know he had a special relationship with his grandparents. You...