Obituaries

May 10, 2025

Life's Reflections "To everything there is a season, a time to every person under the heaven."  -Ecclesiastes 3:1-

"A Time to be Born" Helen Patricia (Todd) Ellis-Sims was born on March 12, 1948 in Addyston, Ohio to James William Todd and Ruby L. (Todd) Moody.  Pat, the youngest of two children, was preceded in death by both...

May 9, 2025

Norma Jean Perry (Spearman) was born on October 22, 1939 to Emma Spearman and William Sherrill in Cincinnati, Ohio.

She grew up in Cincinnati and attended Samuel Ach Elementary School and Central High School.  After high school, she went into the medical field.  She became an IU Nurse and worked at Jewish Hospital before moving to Christ...

May 7, 2025

Acquina Renee Pruitt Ridley was born November 4, 1960 to Charles and Darlene in Dayton, OH.  Renee departed this life on May 7, 2025 at the age of 64.  She will be remembered for her love of helping others and her love of going out to dance and socialize.

Renee attended Princeton High School, and later in...

May 5, 2025

Dr. Jay Hathaway Gist Sr. was born in Union, South Carolina to James and Pearl Gist (Waiters) on August 9, 1940.  He graduated from Sims High School in 1959. He moved to Cincinnati, Ohio in 1960 with his Aunt Francina. After arriving in Cincinnati, he met and married Clare Parker May 26, 1961, and to that union, five children...

May 1, 2025

FAMILY: Miriam, wife, June 20,1977 - May 1, 2025

Pearl, wife, 1957 - Children:  Jan, Kenneth, Thane, Makeba, Jamal.  Preceded in death by Jan and Kenneth and granddaughter, Shauna.

Parents:  William and Ruby (Haynes) Morton (both deceased); brothers, William and James Morton, Edward Day (all deceased) and William K. Morton.

EDUCATION: Taft High...

Apr 27, 2025

Minerva Bonita Wilcox was born on January 22, 1967 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Doris and Ossie Wilcox.  She departed this life on April 27, 2027, surrounded by the love of her family, into the arms of The Lord.

Minerva, one of seven children, grew up in Cincinnati and graduated from Hughes High school in...

Apr 23, 2025

John Williams was born in 1938 to the union of Jack Williams and Mable McQuiller Williams.  He was born in Maben, Mississippi.  Both parents have preceded him in death.

His early education took place in Mississippi, Junction City, Kansas and later in Cincinnati Public School System.  He was a graduate of Taft High School.

He...

Apr 18, 2025

Levayree, affectionately called "Yogi," by family and friends,  was born on March 27, 1961 in Cincinnati Ohio to the union of  Mary Brown Pierston Harriston and Levayree Harriston Sr.  He ascended to heaven on April 18, 2025, leaving a legacy of love and laughter.

Yogi had the kind of soul you only meet once in a lifetime....

Apr 18, 2025

Gladys Herbert was born June 26, 1937, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born to the parents of Clifford and Ethel Smith. Gladys was the 3rd oldest of sixteen children.

Gladys attended Lincoln Heights School Elementary and graduated from Lincoln Heights High School with honors. She received her associate's degree in nursing. Gladys worked at Holmes Hospital as...

Apr 17, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and love that we remember the life of Destiny Mariah Woods, who passed away far too soon on April 17, 2025. Destiny was born July 26, 1994, and grew into a kind, gentle, full of love woman with a pure spirit who made everyone around her feel unstoppable, inspired and truly seen. She was...

Apr 16, 2025

Carolyn Lavinia Malone (nee Keys) was born on February 24, 1946, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was the second daughter of the late Mr. Charles F. Keys of Cincinnati, OH and Mrs. Janet Dumas Keys, of Prairie Alabama. Both of her parents, who were outstanding local educators, preceded her in death here in Cincinnati. She attended Cincinnati Public Schools; Sherman...

Apr 10, 2025

Charles Antonio Brewton was born on January 13, 1961 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Joseph Hercules Brewton and Vera Ellison Brewton both of whom preceded him in death. God Called him to eternal rest on April 10, 2025.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, James Brewton.  Charles accepted Christ at an early age at Mt. Moriah Missionary...

Apr 5, 2025

Angela Linnette Floyd, affectionately known as "Angie," to family and friends, was born on January 31, 1966 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Ralph and Betty (nee Mitchell) Floyd.  Angie departed this life on April 5, 2025, into the loving arms of The Lord.

Angie, the oldest of three daughters, accepted Christ at an early age...

Apr 2, 2025

Albert Jesse Spell Jr. was the second child born to Albert J. Spell Sr. and Martha Elkcorn Spell in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 22, 1953.

At the age of eight, Al joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where he served on the Youth Usher Board and sang in the Youth Choir. While attending St. Simon's Elementary School, he...

Mar 31, 2025

John Douglas Brown Jr. was born on December 23, 1943 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of John and Clementine Brown.  He was called home to be with The Lord on Monday, March 31, 2025, leaving a legacy of warmth, dedication and love for his family to treasure.

John attended Cincinnati Public Schools and graduated from Hughes...

Mar 21, 2025

Fulton Oliver Jefferson Sr., known by many as "The Other Deacon," was the 12th child born February 11, 1936 in Prescott, Arkansas to the late Obie Jefferson and Dora Rochell Jefferson.

He arrived in Cincinnati, Ohio's East End in 1956, where he met his life--long love, the late Gussie Bell Jefferson. The couple married April 4, 1958...

Mar 9, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Donald S. Crane. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 25, 2025

William "Bill" Jones was born on September 2, 1949, to the late Willie and Edith Jones (Robinson). He departed this earthly life peacefully on the morning of February 25, 2025, as the sun broke through a cloudy sky. Bill was preceded in death by beloved siblings, Richard (Dicky) Nuby, Karen Jones, and Ruthie Jones, whom he cherished deeply.

Feb 25, 2025

John Arthur Wynn affectionately known as Big John passed away on February 25, 2025 in Cincinnati, OH. He was born on September 5, 1937 in Newnan, GA.  He accepted Christ in his life at an early age.

John served as a paratrooper in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in 1957.  He often talked about...

Feb 23, 2025

On the 13th day of August in the year of 1981, Idris Mustafa Naeem Gray was placed in Jameel's and Sheila Thomas' loving care…where he remained for 43 years until his timely transition on Feb 23, 2025.

Throughout his life, Idris was a loving, giving and spiritual man.  He always went above and beyond for people he...