Obituaries
Wilda D. Holloway
Feb 8, 2024
Wilda Deloris Holloway was born May 16, 1931, in Cleveland, Ohio as one of three children to Gladys & William Waters Sr. Wilda grew up in the greater Cleveland area, graduating from John Hay High School in 1949. She was long time member of the Paragon Club, and also an active member at her church home, Saint John AME...
Patrick Anthony Ledyard
Jan 31, 2024
Patrick A. Ledyard was born on July 16, 1944, the third son of Edward, and Molly Ledyard. Patrick was baptized at a young age at the Greater Abyssinia Baptist Church. Patrick, by no means was a St. He wasn't a. Believer of the term. Turn the other cheek. But he was a kindhearted person, who would give you the...
Arlene Lee
Jan 28, 2024
Arlene Lee, age 96, went home to her heavenly Father on January 28, 2024. Arlene White (nee) was born on August 17, 1927, in Eastgulf, West Virginia to parents James and Lannie White. Arlene attended Byrd Prillerman High School in Amigo, West Virginia. She later moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where she married the love of her life Wilson Lee...
Lucille Gertrude Hunter
Jan 23, 2024
Lucille G. Hunter was born January 13, 1937 in Steubenville Ohio. Her parents were the late Ruth, and Benjamin Hunter. Lucille confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age.She was a caring woman who always gave what she had. Lucille worked and specialized in private duty healthcare for senior citizens, and housekeeping. Lucille was adamant about bingo...
Ravetta (Parries) Mcgee
Jan 19, 2024
Ravetta McGee of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Jan 19, 2024. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Sharita Marie Bradford
Jan 12, 2024
Ms. ShaRita (Rita) Marie Bradford, Ree-Ree, Big Momma, age 50, went to be with her Lord and Saviour on Friday, January 12, 2024. Rita was born September 4, 1973, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Andrew Harris and Phedella Elaine Bradford/Johnson. A graduate of East High School, she worked various jobs throughout her life, but working in dietary was her passion. Rita...
Felisha Beatrice Hill-Mitchell
Jan 8, 2024
Felisha Hill-Mitchell of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Jan 8, 2024. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Julius C. Whitt
Jan 8, 2024
Julius C. Whitt III, born on August 29, 1930, in Selma, Alabama, passed away on January 8, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was the son of Essie Mae Whitt. Julius was a remarkable man who lived a fulfilling life and touched the hearts of many. His legacy will forever be cherished by those who were fortunate enough to know him....
Rocky Dee Castleman
Jan 6, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Rocky Dee Castleman. Rocky was born Rochelle D. Castleman. She passed away recently at the age of 69 due to heart disease. Rocky, as she was fondly known, was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She was a lifelong learner. After graduating from John Hay High School, she...
Betty Jean (Paige) Johnson
Jan 4, 2024
Betty J. Johnson (Ms. BJ, Granny) was born on February 20, 1934, in Cotton Plant Arkansas, to the late Searcy Lee and Ernest Paige. Betty was the oldest of fraternal twin girls. She had two older siblings, Pauline, and Paul; and two younger brothers, Sonny (Edroy) and David. A Betty moved to Alton Illinois after graduation to pursue education...
Clara Bell Longmire
Jan 3, 2024
Clara Bell Longmire was born May 11th, 1946, to the late James W. and Sadie B. Smith (both deceased). Clara graduated from John Hay high school, and she also attended college for 2 years. Clara greatest accomplishment (her words) was having her son Terrance. He was the best thing that ever happened to her. She met and married the...
Porter Bell (Barkley) Berry
Jan 2, 2024
Porter Bell Berry was born July 20th 1933, in Jackson, Georgia to the union of Florence and Edmise Barkley. Porter Bell received Christ at an early age and continued her faith at Bethany Baptist Church after relocating to Cleveland. Her commitment to her faith was evident through her selflessness and willingness to care for others without ever asking for...
Keith Smith
Dec 28, 2023
Keith Smith was the fourth child born to Elvira Lee Williams and Timothy James Smith on October 27th, 1953. Keith attended Cleveland Public Schools where he graduated from John F. Kennedy in 1972. He studied Art because he had a passion for drawing. He married Beverly Powell in 1984, and to this union Keith gained Five more reasons to live,...
Crystal Clorinda Wiggins-Copeland
Dec 28, 2023
Crystal Clorinda Wiggins Copeland was born on September 24, 1948, in Nansemond County, Virginia, Suffolk, Va. She was the second oldest of four siblings, born to the late William Scott, Sr., and Alice Holland Wiggins. Affectionately known as "Rindi", Crystal attended Nansemond County Training School until her family moved to Cleveland, Ohio, in January 1959. At an early age...
Lawrence Mcmichael
Dec 21, 2023
Lawrence McMichael was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on September 23, 1952. He was the youngest of seven children born to the late Lilly Bell and Marion J. McMichael, Sr. Preceding him in death are his siblings, Eartha McMichael Elridge, Evelyn McMichael Love, and Fred McMichael. Lawrence began his Christian journey by attending Beth-El A.M.E. Zion Church and accepting Jesus Christ...
Anthony Leonardo Bibb
Dec 16, 2023
We regretfully announce the passing of Anthony Bibb, who passed away by his loved ones on December 16th, 2023. A fighter until the end, he had a difficult battle with illness and finally at rest. He will be forever loved and forever remembered. He was a private person. An intelligent man that was good at using his hands to fix...
Joan D. Anderson
Dec 13, 2023
Joan D. Anderson was born on March 30th, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, to William and Louberda Martin. She was the eldest of four children born to William and Louberda. Joan attended the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Joan met and married Howard Anderson, and to that union, six children were born. In the early 1950s, she became a surgical nurse...
Marva Jean Worley-Carlton
Dec 12, 2023
Marva Jean Lawson, was born on July 29, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio the daughter of Dorothy Jean Beasley, and Marvin Lawson Sr. Marva had a good sense of humor and enjoyed going to Bingo. She graduated from John Adams High School, and attended Cleveland State University, where she received her Bachelor's degree in Arts and Sciences (2005). Marva worked at...
Sudie Frances Woods
Dec 11, 2023
Sudie Woods of Cleveland, Ohio passed away on Dec 11, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Toni E. Graham
Dec 4, 2023
Toni Evette Graham was born on January 26, 1970, to parents, Lessie Dandridge, and Samuel Spears. She also had three siblings: Sam, Chanta, and Tenisha. Toni grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. She graduated from West Tech High School in 1988. Toni was baptized at an early age at her grandmother's church. Toni worked as a nanny after she graduated...
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