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Sep 20, 2025

Bobby Joe Bradford was born on June 7, 1946, to the late Marion Bradford and Jessie Mae Bradford. Raised along side four brothers, James, William, Robert, and Henry, and three sisters, Mary, Josephine, and Ora. Bobby departed this life on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 79.

Bobby was united in marriage to the late Ressie Mae Bradford,...

Sep 15, 2025

Jasire Nola Compton, born on January 12, 2023, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on September 15, 2025, at the tender age of two. She brought immense joy and laughter to her family and friends during her short time with us. Jasire was a bright spirit, known for her love of dancing, running, and jumping, often spending delightful moments playing and...

Sep 13, 2025

Corwin Felton McCrimon was born on December 18, 1968, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Benjamin McCrimon II and Jensie McCrimon. From an early age, he confessed his belief in Christ as Lord and Savior, carrying that love in his heart even though he did not attend church regularly. He received his education through East High School and later went on to...

Sep 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Diane Spells

Our beloved Diane Spells peacefully departed this life on September 13, 2025, after a brief illness. Diane was born on May 27, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Ethel Mae Campbell and the late Robert Wilkes.

After graduating from high school, Diane married the late Michael Spells. From this union came two beautiful...

Sep 10, 2025

Pamela Johnson, a cherished matriarch and beacon of love, was born Pamela Lee Lewis on November 26, 1950. She peacefully transitioned on September 10, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was the beloved daughter of Eunice and George Lewis, and the dear sister of Anthony Morgan, Teresa and Charles Nickens, Linda and Theodore Howard. Pamela was also blessed...

Sep 7, 2025

"This is my story, this is my song..."

These words could well have been the anthem of Gwendolyn Louis  Jones (nee Roberson), a woman whose life was a beautiful blend of faith, family, and fierce love. Born on December 17, 1929, in Pikeville, Tennessee, to Ransom and Ella Roberson, Gwen was one of eleven children, including her twin sister, Carolyn Parks....

Sep 7, 2025

Josephine "Josie" Wright Ward was born in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late Emily Hamm and Judge Wright. She was the eldest of five children, four of whom preceded her in death: John Wright, Henry Franklin, Mary Emily Wright-Cartman, and Freeman Wright.

Her education began at Alabama State Nursery Elementary School and Alabama State Laboratory High School. She later attended Alabama...

Sep 7, 2025

Talmadge Donald Murphy, beloved father, grandfather, and respected member of his community, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 7, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on July 23, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio, he spent his life dedicated to both his family and his profession in the financial services industry. Talmadge was the owner of TD Murphy &...

Sep 6, 2025

Beatrice Polk was born Beatrice Jones in Aberdeen, Mississippi, on August 15, 1937, to the union of Manuel Jones and Mary Liza Jones. She was the third oldest child of eight siblings. Beatrice later met and married Fred Savoy Polk, and in time, she moved to Cleveland, Ohio, along with other members of her family.

Beatrice was a loving mother...

Sep 6, 2025

Evelyn Martin was born on August 29, 1932, in Tuskegee, Alabama, to Clinton Clements and Lillie Ruth Browning, who preceded her in death. After graduating from Tuskegee Institute High School, Evelyn lovingly supported her parents by caring for her younger siblings. She later relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, where she worked as a cook and server at Shaker Lee Hall. It...

Sep 3, 2025

Ashley Renee King was born on August 8, 1991, the beloved daughter of Tangie Lewis and Darthil Mathews. She accepted Christ at a very young age and found joy in volunteering at the church food bank, studying the Word of God, and journaling, which became her life's passion. Ashley attended and graduated from South High School in 2010.

Despite many...

Sep 3, 2025

Aug 29, 2025

Jasmine Chavona Williams was born on February 11, 1984, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Jacquelin Fanning-Booker and Clifton Williams. She was Jacquelin's only child and shared a special bond with her mother, while also being blessed with five siblings through her father.

Jasmine attended Cleveland Public Schools and later earned her GED. She dedicated her career to serving others in the medical...

Aug 21, 2025

James "Jimmy" Watson was born June 26, 1936, in Bellamy, Alabama. To the late Maggie Pearl Watson Hall Bishop and James Drake. He was educated at Bellamy School in Alabama, he also accepted Christ at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Bellamy.

In his younger years, James worked for Chevy in Detroit, Michigan in the early 1960's. Later, he would move...

Aug 15, 2025

Willie George Baker, (known to most as just George/"Bam") was the oldest of five siblings, born to Willie Mae and George Baker on November 5, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio. Because George was the oldest and both parents were working, he was often left to the task of taking care of his younger siblings. Following High school, George joined the Army...

Aug 12, 2025

Anthony Craig Forbes was born on April 20, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, the beloved son of Cleoford "Zeke" Forbes and Mary Johnson Forbes. He passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025.Anthony was educated in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and graduated from Glenville High School in 1976, carrying with him the lifelong friendships and Tarblooder pride that shaped his early...

Aug 11, 2025

Lindsey Stewart was born on September 6, 1951, in Robinsonville, Mississippi, to the late Albert and Mary Lane. He was the youngest of eight children born to this union. Lindsey attended Delta High School in Walls, Mississippi. Later, the family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, where Lindsey made his home.

He was employed at The Illuminating Company, JL Steel, and Master...

Aug 10, 2025

A true star was born March 8, 1944 a bouncing baby girl with a twinkle in her eye in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Ulysses Sr. & Ruther Mae McNair joining siblings Ruby, and Ulysses Jr. Later siblings Ora Dee, Alice Ruth & Willie Earl were added to the family. The latter two passed away as children.

Lucille lived an extraordinary life rooted...

Aug 5, 2025

Kittye Farris Williams was born on February 25, 1937, in Garrison, West Virginia, to the union of Walter and Carrie Spencer. She peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.

She was united in marriage to the late Norman Williams, Sr. From this union came three beloved sons: Walter (deceased) (Jeanette), Norman Jr. (Angelia), and Gregory.

Kittye attended Carver...