Obituaries

Dec 7, 2023

Leonard Watson was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 5, 1949 , the son of John and Evelyn Watson. He departed this life on December 7, 2023 into the arms of The Lord.

He was raised with his two brothers in his beloved community of Avondale. Leonard graduated from Annunciation Elementary School and St. Xavier High School....

Dec 5, 2023

Allanda Lee Bennett affectionately known as Lee Lee was born on July 5, 1965 in Cincinnati, OH to Mary Lewis Bennett and Lee Andrew Bennett Sr.  When Allanda departed this life on December 5, 2023 she was ready to meet her Lord and Savior.

Allanda accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and was a member of...

Dec 4, 2023

Jamie Lee Smith Sr., age 39 peacefully left us on Monday, December 4, 2023 in Cincinnati Ohio. Jamie was the beloved husband of Tia Smith, and together they shared 18 years of cherished moments.

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jamie was the son of Gina and Danny Smith Sr. He graduated from Little Miami High School. He continued...

Nov 28, 2023

Mr. Dave Batchelor, Jr. was born on May 29, 1941 to Mr. Dave Batchelor, Sr. and Mrs. Loreace Hill Batchelor. He departed this earthly realm on November 28, 2023. He was preceded in death by both parents, brothers: Nathaniel, Sherman Strayhorn, Arthur and Robert and sister: Willie Lou Fuller. After graduating in 1959 from West High School in Denmark,...

Nov 27, 2023

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

Nov 23, 2023

Vincent was born March 29, 1951 to Johnnie Mae Spears (Carr) and  William Carr.  At an early age Vincent was baptized and accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior.

Vincent attended Cincinnati Public Schools where he took an interest in woodwork and singing.

He was an outdoorsman and in his teenage years loved skiing, fishing,...

Nov 21, 2023

Luerine Gates Mcclendon was born on January 4, 1927 to Elizabeth (Lizzie) Austin Gates and Louis Gates in Roanoke, Alabama. On November 21, 2023 Luerine was called upon by the Lord for eternal rest, in Cincinnati Ohio.

In her early years, she navigated life in the segregated south but always had a hopeful outlook on life. She...

Nov 20, 2023

LaVenia Anita Simms was born on October 18, 1942 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Cora L. and David T. Simms Sr. She went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2023.

She grew up in Cincinnati and attended Cincinnati Public Schools, graduating from Withrow High School, where she cultivated life-long friendships. Lavenia, who...

Nov 20, 2023

JERALD MONROE BRANTLEY was born on September 2, 1966 in Cincinnati Ohio to Delores Brantley and Deacon Shepard  Hilson Jr.  Jerald, who was a "bright" light to the world, departed this life on November 20, 2023 into the arms of The Lord.

He obtained his early education at Newport, Kentucky's Arnold Elementary School and graduated from Newport...

Nov 5, 2023

Veronica Lee Ewing Reese was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Geraldine and  Arthur Ewing on March 6, 1957.  She grew up in Walnut Hills where she was raised by her grandmother, Queen Ester Jetter, whom she loved, cherished, and adored. They are there already to greet her.

Veronica attended Sawyer Elementary School and went to Withrow High...

Oct 29, 2023

Sherman Bates Pritchett was born May 1, 1955 in Lincoln Heights, Ohio, to the late William F. and Dora L. Pritchett.  He was the youngest son of seven children in which four (William Pritchett, Jr. (Ann), Georgiana "Jo" Pritchett, Shirley Daniels (James), and Jean Alice Pritchett) preceded him in death.

He graduated from Princeton High School and...

Oct 29, 2023

Pa Ajame Batakwi Daniel was born of Papa Zacharia Ajame Ojegebong Abuenqang and Mama Lydia Anih all blessed memory in Fum Oshie Njikwa momo Division  on the 15th of June, 1946.  He attended primary school in Mbengwi momo division where he attained the first school leaving certificate in 1961.  He proceeded to C.P.C Bali where he obtained his secondary...

Oct 26, 2023

Joseph Benjamin Roberts was born December 19, 1963 in Cincinnati, OH to the union of Ethel Roberts and Robert "Bobby" Jones.  He grew up in the Avondale community.  He was the oldest of his siblings; he was also a father, cousin and friend to many.

Joe was a loving, caring God fearing man with a heart of...

Oct 19, 2023

Deasia Dominique Wynn came into this world on June 26, 1997, in Cincinnati Ohio full of curiosity, energy and excitement!  Unfortunately, on October 19, 2023, at the young age of 26, Deasia tragically left this earth but was lovingly received into the arms of her Heavenly Father.   She had accepted Christ into her life at an early age and...

Oct 18, 2023

Yvonne Black (nee McClendon) was born on September 23, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Robert and Gertrude McClendon. She grew up in Evanston where she developed many lifelong friendships and a reputation for having a talent in hairstyling.

Yvonne was formally educated in Cincinnati Public Schools and graduated from Withrow High School in 1975, then went on...

Oct 15, 2023

Lawyer Bridges was born in Anniemanie, Alabama on January 21, 1929, to the late Oliver Goldsmith Bridges and Tempie Sykes Bridges. Lawyer was the ninth child of eleven children. Lawyer made his confession of faith at an early age and joined Canaan Presbyterian Church in Anniemanie, Alabama where he served humbly - helping with the younger youth, serving meals,...

Oct 14, 2023

Patricia Hale was born on June 17, 1962, in Trail Lake, Mississippi to the union of Albert and Thelma Hale. She departed this life on October14, 2023 into the arms of The Lord.

Patricia, the seventh of 11 children, moved to Cincinnati at the age of seven. She attended Windsor and South Avondale Elementary Schools. She graduated...

Oct 12, 2023

Barbara Ann Matthews Allen was born on November 4, 1951 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to the late James W. Matthews and Ora Lee Matthews (née Green).  Barbara was the fourth eldest of seven children.

She accepted Christ at an early age & became a member of the Rock of Ages Missionary Baptist Church.  She graduated from Temple High...

Oct 11, 2023

George Frederic Handel Vendzeka Njodzeka was born on the October 28th, 1985. He was the 2nd of four children: Emmanuel, Amabel and Derick, born to Daniel and Isabela Njodzeka. Inspired by his father's deep love for classical music, he was named after the renowned German composer George Frideric Handel, who left an indelible mark in the world of music...

Oct 11, 2023

Isaac Anthony Abraham Williams was born to Pandora Williams and Anthony Andrews on February 24, 1987 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Isaac was called home on October 11, 2023.

His grandparents Charles & Nellie Williams, Ollie Wilson and Author Graham preceded him in death.

Isaac is survived by his beautiful daughter, I'rielle Williams; his parents; his five...