Obituaries

Roderick Lovejoy Bennett

Roderick Lovejoy Bennett

Feb 20, 2026

Roderick L. "Roddy" Bennett, born on December 10, 1968, in Petersburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was 57 years old, and a resident of Cincinnati, Ohio for nearly 40 years.

Roddy was the beloved son of Roderick (Rod) and Edith (Edie) Bennett.  Known for his warm heart and easy...

Clifton M. Rhodes, Sr.

Clifton M. Rhodes, Sr.

Feb 11, 2026

Mr. Rhodes Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date.

Elder Irene L. Hill

Elder Irene L. Hill

Feb 8, 2026

Elder Irene Leonora Hill was born on October 20, 1942, in Havana, Cuba, to the blessed union of Leonard G. Reid and Beryl D. Reid. She departed this life on February 8, 2026, leaving a legacy of unconditional love, faith and service.

She migrated to the United States in 1952 with her parents and siblings, in search of new opportunities and...

Ralph Alonzo Leach

Ralph Alonzo Leach

Feb 5, 2026

Ralph Alonzo Leach was born on April 15, 1955 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of David and Viola Leach. He departed this life on February 5, 2026 into the arms of The Lord.

He attended Cincinnati Public Schools and Woodward High School. During his high school years he played varsity basketball at Woodward, where he graduated in 1973. He also...

Dominic Dwayne Trotter Sr

Dominic Dwayne Trotter Sr

Jan 29, 2026

Dominic Trotter, Sr. was born September 10, 1993 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Dwayne Trotter and Betty Kidd. He departed this earthly life on January 29, 2026 in the home he shared with his family. He will be dearly missed, but remains in the hearts of those that loved him. Dominic was such a loving and kind soul. He was so...

Toniesha Montinae Blythe

Toniesha Montinae Blythe

Jan 29, 2026

Toniesha M. Blythe, better known as "Niesha" was born December 6, 1984 in Cincinnati OH to Tonya Blythe and Lorenzo Glenn. Toniesha ascended into heaven January 29, 2026.

Toniesha was a loving, caring, and kind soul whose heart touched everyone she met. She was baptized on October 5, 2025, publicly declaring her acceptance of the Lord, a meaningful milestone in...

Donald McCall

Donald McCall

Jan 18, 2026

Donald McCall was born on December 9, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Junius and Minnie McCall. Donald was called home to be with The Lord on January 18, 2026.

Donald, the fourth child of nine children, attended Cincinnati Public Schools. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1973. He was stationed in Germany for one year prior...

Theorphlis Marzetta Borden

Theorphlis Marzetta Borden

Jan 17, 2026

The Reverend Deacon Theorphlis Marzetta Borden, affectionately called “Top”, was born on January 27, 1934. She was delivered by her grandmother at the family home in Bessemer, Alabama to two young and ambitious parents, Fanella M. Smith (nee Miliken) and Israel A. Smith. She was the first of two daughters. Her sister Robbie A. Johnson was born two years later.

The...

Anna Cornelia Montgomery

Anna Cornelia Montgomery

Jan 16, 2026

Ms. Anna, just four days shy of her 92nd birthday, passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on February 16, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 20, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to loving parents James (Jack) Fultz and Helen V. Fultz.

Legacy of Love and Strength

She was affectionately called Anna, Baby Ann, mom, mama,...

Beverly Diane Blair

Beverly Diane Blair

Jan 15, 2026

Beverly Dianne Blair was born on February 18, 1943, to the union of James and Priscilla Leww, both of whom preceded her in death. Dianne was called home to be with our Lord on January 15, 2026.

Dianne was united in a loving marriage to Robert Vincent Blair. Their union was one of deep love and devotion until his passing in...

Shawndameon Simms

Shawndameon Simms

Jan 9, 2026

Shawndameon Simms was born on February 26, 1980 in Detroit, Michigan. Shawn was a man of quiet strength and genuine kindness. He had a way of making people feel seen, heard, and valued. Shawn had a sense of humor that was loved by many. When he would walk into any room, his jokes and positive attitude would fill up the...

Walter Madison Washington

Walter Madison Washington

Jan 8, 2026

Walter Madison Washington entered this life on September 12, 1954, in Columbus, OH to the union of General Walter Washington and Louise Powell Washington. He was the second oldest of five boys. He was preceded in death by his Parents, and his brothers Winston Washington and William Washington, MD. He departed this life on January 8, 2026, in Cincinnati, OH.

Walter...

Jerrell Mervin Wilson, Jr.

Jerrell Mervin Wilson, Jr.

Dec 24, 2025

Jerrell Mervin Wilson Sr, age 78. Sunrise February 10, 1947 and Sunset December 24, 2025. Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 10:30 AM Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Renfro Patterson & Jordan Chapel of Peace.. Interment at vine street cemetery.

To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Wilson Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

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Barbara Spiller-Bryant

Barbara Spiller-Bryant

Dec 8, 2025

Barbara Jean Spiller Bryant, affectionately known as "Bee," was born on June 23, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio.  She was raised in the South Cumminsville community and attended Cincinnati, Public School.

As a young adult, Barbara moved to over-the-Rhine, where she became well known for her warm heart, friendly spirit, and genuine love for people.  Throughout her adult life, she worked several...