Obituaries

Jun 6, 2025

Deborah Caldwell, affectionately known by many as, "Miss Debbie," was born on April 25, 1961, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Sally Jo Harrell. She brought warmth, laughter, and light to every space she entered. She passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025.

Deborah was a beloved mom to David Harrell, Daniel Harrell, Demyra Harrell and Terrence Caldwell. Deborah...

Jun 1, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of Emmanuel Bime Bamwai, who left us peacefully on June 1, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 64. Born on January 20, 1961, in Kikaikelaki, Cameroon, Emmanuel was the beloved son of Mary Semtu and the late Bamwai. Raised in a polygamous family, he...

May 31, 2025

Sandy Jones Jr. was born on September 18th, 1938 in Greensboro, Alabama to the union of Cora Strong and Sandy Jones Sr.  He left this life to be with The Lord on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Sandy attended public schools in Alabama before joining the United States Army in 1957.  After receiving an honorable discharge he moved...

May 30, 2025

Darlene Jackson was born on April 11, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the union of Jessie Mae Cottingham and Aaron T. Mayo. She departed this life peacefully in her home on May 30, 2025, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family.

Darlene's early life was shaped by the strength and dedication of her father, who...

May 28, 2025

Michael Simpson was born on March 5, 1946 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Davanna and Louis Simpson.  He departed this life on May 28, 2025 into the arms of The Lord.

He grew up in Cincinnati and attended Evanston Elementary, Sawyer Junior High School and Withrow High School.  After graduating from Withrow, he continued his...

May 26, 2025

Melissa Michelle Wiley, affectionately known as "Missy", was born on July 13th, 1973, to the union of Sam Wiley and late Willa Wiley and Bonus Dad James Arnold. Missy was the youngest of 3 children. Missy is leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, a big smile and countless memories.

Missy grew up in Lincoln Heights, where...

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...