Obituaries

Fred  Lee Coleman

Fred Lee Coleman

Feb 14, 2015

FRED LEE COLEMAN, 73; was born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 5, 1941. He was the first born to the union of Frederick Lee Coleman and Annie Lois Babb-Coleman, who preceded him in death. Fred was united in holy matrimony on June 6, 1962 to his Queen, Sandra Ann Coleman (deceased), to this union five children were born, Michael, Fred...

Valita  Cleo Harris

Valita Cleo Harris

Feb 14, 2015

VALITA CLEO HARRIS (nee Robinson), 58; Passed Feb. 14, 2015. She leaves to cherish her husband, Roosevelt Harris of 24 years, two children; Ahmed Roberts and Aziza Spencer, four grandchildren; Anaya, Donovan, Alexander and Nazir, Mother; Evelyn Robinson, Siblings; Carl Robinson, Rita Weaver (Robert), Naomi Fudge (Anthony), Shirley Mell (Marty), Tyrone Robinson (Debra), Razikiwe Adisa (Jakini), Roosevelt Muhammad (Akilah), Jesse...

Joe  L. Dixon

Joe L. Dixon

Feb 13, 2015

JOE L. DIXON, 67; Passed Feb. 13, 2015. Adored father of sons Jeremy and Tyrone and daughters, Pastor Yolanda Tolliver, Josedine and Adrienne Dixon; beloved brother, relative and friend. SERVICES SATURDAY, FEB. 21; WAKE 8:30 AM, FUNERAL 9:00 AM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Ave. Public viewing Friday until 7:00 PM. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

Benjamin Williams  Jr

Benjamin Williams Jr

Feb 11, 2015

BENJAMIN WILLIAMS JR., 69; Passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. Cherished husband of LaFevvia (nee Arthur); loving father of Collin, Benjamin, Charlotte and Candyce; beloved brother of Ruth Ann Wilson and Susie Lewis; adoring grandfather of thirteen and great grandfather of one. Crane Operator for LTV Steel and U.S. Navy veteran. SERVICES ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20th; WAKE 10:00 AM,...

Donald  Edward Gray

Donald Edward Gray

Feb 8, 2015

DONALD EDWARD GRAY, 70; Passed Feb. 8, 2015. Cherished companion of Alice Davis; treasured father of Catherine Gray-Cox; devoted family member and friend of many. SERVICES THURSDAY, FEB. 19; WAKE 10:30 AM, FUNERAL 11:00 AM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Ave. Public viewing Wednesday until 7:00 PM. Interment Riverside Cemetery.

Gloria Bennett

Gloria Bennett

Feb 6, 2015

Gloria Bennett was born January 21, 1925 in Ironton, Ohio to Dolly and Ernest Bickley. Gloria departed this life after a brief illness on February 6, 2015. Gloria had been a two year patient at the Berea Care Center. Gloria completed her education in the Cleveland Public School System and began her working career at the Carnegie Hotel as an...

Andrew  L. Sapp

Andrew L. Sapp

Jan 28, 2015

ANDREW L. SAPP, 81; Passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Loving husband of Gladys (nee Roberts) Sapp; Precious father, family member and friend. retired truck driver for Conway Trucking. Home Going Services on Saturday, February 7th; Wake 10:30 AM, Funeral 11:00 AM at CALVARY CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST, 10808 Superior Avenue; Public viewing on Friday until 7:00 PM...

Isaiah Primous  Sr

Isaiah Primous Sr

Jan 28, 2015

ISAIAH PRIMOUS SR., 81; Passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Cherished husband of Bessie Primous (nee Weaver); treasured father, family member and friend; Retiree of Columbian Iron and Metal Co. SERVICES ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH; WAKE 10:30 AM AND FUNERAL AT 11:00 AM at Community AME church, 5805 Lexington Ave. Public viewing Friday until 7:00 PM at Watson's Funeral...

Bradford Appling  Jr.

Bradford Appling Jr.

Jan 25, 2015

BRADFORD APPLING JR., 63; Passed Jan. 25, 2015. Loving husband of Charlene Fields Appling; cherished father of Faye C. Fields; treasured relative and friend. LTV - Republic Steel retiree. Home Going services SATURDAY JAN. 31; Wake 10 AM, Funeral 10:30 AM at Calvary Church of God in Christ, 10808 Superior Ave. Viewing Friday until 7 PM at Watson's Funeral Home,...

Anita  Margaret Robinson

Anita Margaret Robinson

Jan 23, 2015

Anita Margaret Robinson passed away suddenly Friday, January 23, 2015. She leaves to mourn four children: Christopher, Courtney, Cierra, and Donte; and one sister Vaun Nelly. Her parents and brother preceded her in death. She leaves a host of extended family and devoted friends who mourn her loss. Celebrate Her Life Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 10:00 am at The...

Oleatha Wilson

Oleatha Wilson

Jan 20, 2015

Services to be held on Saturday, January 24 beginning at 9:30 AM at East Mt. Zion Baptist Church 9990 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44106. ___________________________________ Oleatha Wilson was born March 20, 1929 to Jeff and Rebecca Forrester, in Gifford South Carolina. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and her 5 siblings, Leroy and Coy Forrester, Annie Alexander,...

Sammie  Lee Branch

Sammie Lee Branch

Jan 19, 2015

SAMMIE LEE BRANCH, 82; Passed Jan. 19, 2015. Loving mother of Abner Branch Jr. and Patricia Branch Brown; sister of Leon Bates; devoted grandmother, relative and friend. Retired nurse for the State of Ohio. Home Going services WEDNESDAY JAN. 28; Wake 10 AM, Funeral 10:30 AM at East Mt Zion Baptist Church, 9990 Euclid Ave. Viewing Tuesday until 7:00 PM...

George Trice

George Trice

Jan 15, 2015

GEORGE TRICE, 89; Passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2015. Adored father of daughters, Pat, Janet, Gail (deceased) and Wanda; also leaves three grandsons and four granddaughters along with a host of great grandchildren; he was a treasured relative and friend of many. Well known and much loved owner of "T's Aquarium" store in the Heart of Cleveland's Glenville neighborhood....

Moses Durham

Moses Durham

Jan 15, 2015

MOSES DURHAM , 80; Passed Jan. 15, 2015. Loving husband, father, grand, great, and great great grandfather; treasured relative and friend. Home Going services SATURDAY JAN. 24; Wake 10 AM, Funeral 10:30 AM at Covenant Community Church, 3342 East 119th Street. Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Ave. in charge. Public viewing on Friday, January 23, until 7:00 pm. Interment in...

Barbara  Jean Jeffries

Barbara Jean Jeffries

Jan 10, 2015

BARBARA JEAN JEFFRIES (nee LEE); 74; Passed Jan. 10, 2015. Cherished mother of Duane, Darrell, Omar and Andrea Jeffries; devoted grandmother and great grandmother; treasured family member and friend of many who will be greatly missed. Employee of the East Cleveland School District. Services Saturday, Jan. 17; Visitation 9:30 AM, Funeral 10:30 AM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Ave....

Larry  R. Lane

Larry R. Lane

Jan 9, 2015

LARRY R. LANE, 63; Passed Jan. 09, 2015. Beloved husband of Betty (nee McKinney); devoted father of Dion and Kendra (deceased); dear grandfather of Kiara; SERVICES ON SATURDAY, JAN. 17; WAKE 12:30 PM, MEMORIAL 1:30 PM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Avenue. Interment will be private.

Edna  Williams Jones

Edna Williams Jones

Jan 6, 2015

EDNA JONES (nee WILLIAMS), 93; Passed Jan. 06, 2015. Beloved mother of Marilyn Reaves and Louise Williams, who preceded her in death. Adored grandmother of five and great grandmother of eight; dear relative and friend. Memorial services begin at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, Jan. 14th at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Avenue. Interment in Lake View Cemetery.

Frederick  "Skillet" Gater

Frederick "Skillet" Gater

Jan 6, 2015

Frederick "Skillet" GATER, 56; Passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. He was the cherished son of Herbert Gater Sr. and Ira Jean Williams Gater; beloved brother of Rev. Dr. Herbert Gater Jr. (Lawanda); treasured family member and friend who shall be greatly missed. SERVICES ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2015; WAKE 10:00 AM, FUNERAL 10:30 AM at Christ Missionary Baptist...

Donna  Wright Donald

Donna Wright Donald

Jan 4, 2015

DONNA MARIE DONALD (nee WRIGHT), Passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2015. Cherished wife of Reginald Donald; loving mother of Dalilia Wright and Gary Gibson Wright; treasured daughter, adored family member and friend. Metrohealth Hospital Employee. ALL SERVICES ARE PRIVATE.

Odester Holloway

Odester Holloway

Dec 28, 2014

ODESTER HOLLOWAY, 67; Passed Dec. 28, 2014. Loving mother, sister, relative and friend. Services Saturday, Jan. 3; Wake 12:30 PM, Funeral 1:00 PM at Watson's Funeral Home, 10913 Superior Avenue. Viewing Friday until 7:00 PM. Interment in Cleveland Memorial Gardens.

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