Obituaries

Flander “Blue” Davis was born on April 3, 1934 in Blair, SC to the late Joseph and Mary (Camak) Davis. Flander passed this life quietly on Thursday, September 30, 2021 after a brief illness at Avita Ontario hospital.

In 1954, Flander moved with his parents and siblings to Mansfield, OH. In his youth, he helped on the family farm where...

Rosa Lee McDaniel passed away on October 1, 2021. She was born in Charlotte, North Carolina on February 22, 1943.

Rosa Lee retired after 17 years with New York State Dept. of Mental health. Rosa Lee loved to cook and listen to R & B music and enjoyed gambling and playing cards.

Rosa was called home by her Lord and...

Thelma L Ayler, age 99.

Sunrise May 6, 1922 and Sunset September 29, 2021.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Monday October 11, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.

On Sunday, September 26, 2021, Cordella Reese, loving Mother of four children, passed away at age 70. Cordella was born on July 7, 1951, in Columbus, OH to Lucille Reese Hall and Cordell Reese.

Cordella was a phenomenal woman, and she knew it. She was bold, strong, fearless, and beautiful. Growing up she attended South High School. She married David...

Me’Eisha Estell Barnett, was born to Ivette Harris (Barnett) & Dwyane Barnett on October 6, 1982; A woman of God with a warm and inviting spirit for those that knew her. Always happy and smiles throughout her life no matter what situations, she lived life on her terms no matter what life brought her she stayed Godly and upbeat.

Brilliant...

Erica DeShaye King, of Columbus, Ohio stepped into the loving arms of Jesus on September 24, 2021. She is deeply loved and will be forever missed.

Erica was born July 31, 1981 to the late Lucille King and Martin Smart. She graduated from Franklin Heights High School in 1999. She then went on to earn a bachelor’s degree and two...

Comiyyah Nachelle Wilder – August 13,1991 – September 28, 2021. Comiyyah Wilder of Mansfield, OH passed this life September 28,2021 at Avita Health System, after a short illness. She was born August 13, 1991 to the late Veronica “Punkin” Toddie, and Corey Wilder Sr. Comiyyah enjoyed cooking in her spare time and  spending time with her family, & friends. Her...

Fredina Lee Eskridge was born May 25, 1968, to Fred Sr. & Jean Eskridge. She gave her life to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ while attending services regularly.

Fredina, more affectionately known as “Dina”, lived a full and beautiful life. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Ohio University, where she took on many adventures including becoming a Sigma Sweetheart....

Alvin L. Freeman Sr. was born in Mansfield, Ohio in 1945 to parents John Freeman and Pauline Goss. Alvin went Home to be with The Lord on September 28, 2021.

Alvin is survived by his daughter, Monecka T. Freeman of Columbus, Ohio; son, Anthony J. Freeman and Antione Bosley; sister, Paula Singleton of Mansfield; brothers, John Singleton of Zanesville, OH...

Mechele Shawn Cromartie, age 53, ws born on April 23, 1968, in Sharon, PA to his mother Christine Hooker and James Hampton. On Friday, September 24, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio he closed his eyes and passed on to glory.

Mechele attended Hubbard High School in Hubbard, Ohio. While at Hubbard High he was an all-star MVP for football. Mechele moved...

Toddia Marie Johnson, 33, of Columbus, OH transitioned peacefully on September 25, 2021.

Toddia was born May 4, 1988 in Columbus, Ohio to Reesa (Davis-Johnson) Carter and Todd B. Johnson. She attended West High School and was employed by Panera Bread and McDonald’s.

Toddia had a vibrant, outgoing personality evidenced by the many lives that she touched. Tido, which she...

Ms. Rosezetta Black, age 63.

Sunrise March 31, 1958 and Sunset September 28, 2021.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Monday, October 4, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE MANSFIELD 753 McPherson St. Masks and social distancing are required.  Interment at Mansfield Cemetery Association.

Please pray for family as they prepare the obituary.

James “Jimmy” Dillard, our sweet and beloved father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. Jimmy was a loving kindhearted person loved by all. Always greeted you with that cute, sweet smile of his. God chose Jimmy, he said come Jimmy, come unto me and rest a heart of gold stopped beating and God took our Jimmy and his precious soul...

Sandra “Sandy” Nannette Daniels was born August 9th, 1957. She departed this life on September 26, 2021

She is preceded in death by parents Mary E. Givens (Early) and James H. Givens, brothers Thomas E. Givens, Gerald L. Givens, sister Vanessa L. Winkfield-Givens.

Sandy attended East High School class of 1975. Sandy loved sports. She was a big time Ohio...

Thurman W. Elliott Sr. was born on February 27, 1941 in Ater, Pennsylvania. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior. Thurman was an honorable member and Head Deacon at Greater New Hope Deliverance Center, under the leadership of Dr. Bishop J.S. Kerby Sr. in Columbus, Ohio over 14 years. He was an active mentor in the church until his health...

Annie Mae Scruggs was born on April 10, 1931, to Benjamin and Effie Smith in Ansonville, North Carolina.  The family later moved to West Virginia where Annie Mae accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age.  In 1980, she joined Tabernacle Baptist Church, Columbus, Ohio, and was an active member who served on the Kitchen Committee.  During the pandemic,...

Joseph Jackson Jr., age 73. Sunrise September 10, 1948 and Sunset September 22, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for the Jackson Family as they write the obituary for their father and brother.

Private Visitation 10:00 AM and Private Memorial Service 11:00 AM Friday, October 1, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456...

D’Shawn Emmanuel Lemon Sr., age 51. Sunrise April 15, 1970 and Sunset September 19, 2021.

Please revisit this page and pray for The Lemon Family while they write the obituary for their father and brother.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday, October 1, 2021 at First Church of God , 3480 Refugee Road. Interment at Eastlawn Cemetery.