Obituaries

Henry Wilkins

Henry Wilkins

Sep 3, 2023

Henry Edgar Wilkins, 90, of Boissevain, Virginia, passed away on September 3, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio. Born on October 13, 1932, Henry was a true family man who had a passion for educating others. He will be remembered for his kindness and his ability to bring light to those around him. Henry was an avid camper, angler, and outdoorsman,...

Thomas Jack Wilson

Thomas Jack Wilson

Aug 28, 2023

Thomas Jack Wilson FEB. 23 1946 was born in Pennsylvania He retired from Chrysler He was preceded in death by Frank N. Wilson father, Arlene L. Wilson mother, 2 Brothers, 2 grandsons He is survived by wife April Wilson Brother Donald Wilson, Children Joan Dunfee, Thomas J.Wilson, Laura Wilson, John T. Wilson,Virginia Wilson 17 Grandchildren and 16 Great Grandchildren....

Aamir Abdulkareem

Aamir Abdulkareem

Aug 28, 2023

Aamir Abdulkareem of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Aug 28, 2023. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Maverick Johnson

Maverick Johnson

Aug 25, 2023

Maverick Johnson was born to the union of Percy Lee Wilson and Henry Charles Johnson on November 24, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio. His parents and siblings Charles Edward, Lanny Carles and Sylvia Patrice preceded him in death. Maverick accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at The Greater Abyssinia Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio. He was...

April Monique Mitchell-Odom

April Monique Mitchell-Odom

Aug 22, 2023

On April 1, 1971, April Monique Mitchell was born at Forest City Hospital in East Cleveland, Ohio to Joyce Powell (William E. Powell) and James Mitchell. On August 22, 2023, at 52, April transitioned to eternal life. April attended East Cleveland City Schools throughout her formable education where she graduated from Shaw High School in 1989. To earn her degree...

Harold Eugene Scott

Harold Eugene Scott

Aug 20, 2023

Harold "Scotty" Scott was born in West Virginia on January 21, 1937. Scotty also known as "Canman" loved watching his sports and being amongst family and friends. Although he was a little extra, he was funny and a joy to be around, whether just handing out or riding in his station wagon, Scotty had an unforgettable smile. You would...

Cleophus Jones

Cleophus Jones

Aug 19, 2023

Cleophus Jones was born on May 9, 1955, in Gadsden, Alabama to Cleveland Jones Jr, and Frances L. Jones-Downings. On August 19, 2023, Cleophus Jones was called home to rest in peace after a long battle and complications from being sick. Cleophus is preceded in death by his wife, Tommy M. Jones; parents, Cleveland, and Frances; and older brother,...

Mamie Bailey

Mamie Bailey

Aug 12, 2023

Mrs. Mamie Bailey entered eternal rest and peace, August 12, 2023. She was born October 17, 1923, to the late Ellis and Theodocia Gingles in Newport News, Virginia. At an early age, she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She had four siblings; Paul, Ransom, Constance, and Jessie (all are deceased). Upon moving to Cleveland, Ohio, she...

Raymond Nathaniel Edwards

Raymond Nathaniel Edwards

Aug 11, 2023

Raymond Nathaniel Edwards affectionally known as "Ray" and to others "Silver Fox", was born November 27, 1934, to the late Rosa Lee Robinson and Nathaniel Edwards in Paige, West Virginia. Raymond was the eldest of four siblings, Wallace, Michael, & Inez Edwards. Raymond relocated to Cleveland, Ohio in 1952, where he met Minnie Louise Williamson. That same year on...

Dorothy J. Croft-Emmerson

Dorothy J. Croft-Emmerson

Aug 8, 2023

Dorothy Juanita Mason Banks Croft Emmerson, 91 was born October 4, 1932, in Stapleton, Virginia to the late Sylvester "Buck" and Sadie Horsley-Mason. She departed this life on August 8, 2023, at Hospice of Western Reserve in Euclid, Ohio. She was the oldest of three sisters, the older being a brother who died as an infant. Dorothy accepted Christ...

Bashir Hasan

Bashir Hasan

Aug 4, 2023

Bashir was born December 18, 1935 to William and Estella Fite in Canton, Ohio. He graduated from McKinley High school, and joined the Navy. After leaving the service, Bashir joined the Nation of Islam in 1958, attending Temple #18, and was a long time member of Masjid Bilal. He served as assistant secretary and volunteered for many various responsibilities....

Joe R. Marsh

Joe R. Marsh

Aug 1, 2023

Joe was born on February 28, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio. the son of Mary Ashford, and Joe Newman. He was the eldest son and the third oldest of 14 children. Joe's sister professed that he was the father that many of his siblings never knew. They were a very close-knit family and Joe had a deep love for his...

William Clovis Mccullough Ii

William Clovis Mccullough Ii

Jul 29, 2023

Carolyne Turner McCullough, passed away peacefully on November, 26, 2022, at the age of 72. Her beloved husband, William Clovis McCullough Jr., age 74, was reunited with his loving wife on July 29, 2023. Together, they were the beloved and dedicated parents to William III, David, Stacey, and Morgan. The couple also were devoted grandparents to Jada, Isabelle, Ruby...

Ronald M. Johnson

Ronald M. Johnson

Jul 23, 2023

Ronald Johnson affectionately known as Scooter was born August 30, 1971, in Cleveland, Ohio to Ronald and Michelle Towns (both preceded him in death). Scooter was the oldest of four children from this union. Ronald accepted Christ at a young age and was Baptized at Eaglewing Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Henry O Maxwell. Ronald...

Linda Dian Jenkins

Linda Dian Jenkins

Jul 23, 2023

Linda Jenkins of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Jul 23, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Eva Ann (Howard)  Cox-Goings

Eva Ann (Howard) Cox-Goings

Jul 21, 2023

Eva Ann Cox Goings was born in Chattanooga Tennessee on August 28,1935 to Hubert and Hilda Howard Paige. Eva was an only children. Eva was raised in Cleveland Ohio where she was educated in the Cleveland Public School System. Eva attended St. John Cathedral and Triestone Baptist Church until her health prevented her from attending. Eva had a daughter...

James Somerville

James Somerville

Jul 20, 2023

James Lewis Somerville, Sr. was born on November 18, 1945, in Greensboro, Alabama to Sophronia Somerville, and was reared by his grandparents Martha and Norman Somerville. James graduated from Hale County Training School in 1965. After working various jobs in his hometown and with the goal of improving his quality of life, he made the migration north, along with...

John R. Grissom

John R. Grissom

Jul 12, 2023

John Robert Grissom, Jr., (Barney, Bunny), was born on March 25, 1951, in Hogansville, Georgia, to the late Mattie Lou and John Robert Grissom, Sr. John was the oldest of three (3) children, and the only son. His sisters, Belinda and Evermae, both preceded him in death. John grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. John confessed Christ as a young...

Dale Londell Peters

Dale Londell Peters

Jul 11, 2023

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Dale L. Peters, I, (74), of Cleveland, Ohio. Dale, affectionately known as Lonny, passed away on July 11, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Lonny was born on May 1, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, as the second oldest of eight children to Richard Eugene Sr. and Jean Louise Peters....

Gwendolyn Bates

Gwendolyn Bates

Jul 11, 2023

Gwendolyn Bates was born April 11th, 1952, in Vredenburgh, Alabama to Clemmie and Ella Braggs. She was the eldest of the family's four children, including sisters Esper and Patricia, and younger brother Bruce. While growing up, Gwen attended Cleveland public schools, including Patrick Henry Junior High School and Glenville High School, where she graduated in January of 1971. While...

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