Obituaries

Sep 29, 2025

Robert Kennedy Williams was the first-born child to the union of Vivian Joyce and Robert Ezell Williams on August 14, 1961. Known to many of his family and friends as "Robbie Rob" AKA "Flea". Robbie accepted Christ at a young age and was baptized at God's Bible School.

Robbie was known for his immaculate style, dress, and...

Sep 29, 2025

Marcus Morris, 49, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025. Born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Marcus was the cherished son of Vera and Willie Smith. He is preceded in death by his loving mother, Vera Smith.

A devoted man of God, Marcus was raised in the church, where he discovered his lifelong love for music—singing...

Sep 28, 2025

Frank Blue Jr., age 79, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born on April 3, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Frank Sr. and Mildred Blue.

Frank was preceded in death by his sister, Lynette Johnson; brother, Donald Blue; his chosen daughters, Fanta McMullen and Yvette Forte; and...

Sep 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Jack W. Kinney, age 81, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.  He was born on Sunday, April 23, 1944, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Friends are cordially invited to a graveside service at 2:00 pm on Thursday, October...

Sep 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of David Anthony Spampinato, age 66, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   He was born on Tuesday, October 14, 1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Friends are cordially invited to a graveside service at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, October...

Sep 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Samuel Clayton Kimmel, age 50, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   He was born on Sunday, January 19, 1975, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned.  The family will notify loved...

Sep 25, 2025

Annie Pearl Williams, "Ann", was born on February 2, 1950, in Selma, Alabama, to the union of John and Daisy Williams, the third eldest of nine children.

Ann graduated from Hughes High School. She worked as a group home manager for years until retirement.

Ann accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. She...

Sep 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Julius Ceasar Stephens, age 92, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Tuesday, October 18, 1932, in Athens, Georgia.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 10:00 am until...

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia A. Huffman was born on March 13, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She was born the third of eight siblings. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Stallings; her mother, Willa Stallings; and her brother, Robbie Stallings.

Patricia graduated from Princeton High School. She was on the drill team and played the clarinet. Excelled academically...

Sep 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Henry William Jones, age 74, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   He was born on Thursday, April 19, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned.  The family will notify loved ones...

Sep 24, 2025

Rodney Craig, son of the late Shirley Ann (Red) Craig and John Dukes, was born on January 13, 1965 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  Rodney received his heavenly wings at his residence on September 24, 2025.

Rodney attended Cincinnati Public Schools, graduated from Hughes High School in 1983.

Rodney enjoyed doing so many things, he enjoyed watching...

Sep 24, 2025

Jeanette Wigging Johnson was born on June 23, 1931 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025.

Jeanette was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her two devoted children, Joann T. Olivari and Gregory M. Fikes, and was preceded in death by Joseph III and Annette.

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Sep 24, 2025

Carol A. Swann was born in the Bronx, NY, on October 26, 1943, to Edna Hallums, Edward Grimes, her grandmother Mildred Hallums & Brother Lawrence Parks, all of whom preceded her in passing.

Carol attended Cummings & Sammuel Ach Schools. She had music endeavors with King Records, writing & recording songs like, "So Many Days" by The...

Sep 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Norman Keith Lackey Sr., age 62, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Thursday, August 1, 1963, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 2:00 pm...

Sep 23, 2025

Elizabeth Hatton May 10, 1987 – September 23, 2025, age 38 The family of Jillian Elizabeth Hatton sadly announces her passing on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Jillian will be remembered for her beauty, sass, courage to speak her mind, strength, generosity, and deep love for her family. With her light-hearted and adventurous spirit, she had a way of making...

Sep 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Antonio  Morton, age 47, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on Friday, June 23, 1978, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 10:00 am until 11:00...

Sep 22, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Mervin Allister Bryan, age 76, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Monday, September 22, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Tuesday, March 29, 1949, in Saint Peter, Barbados.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 10:00 am...

Sep 22, 2025

Eugene Dennis Chesser  (Junior), also known as Gene, 74, of Cincinnati, Ohio, departed this life on September 22, 2025, at home.

Eugene was born to Miles Lee  Chesser and Eva Mae Wright, January 4, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He grew up in Walnut Hills. He lived in the same neighborhood and attended school with Eleanor Routt, never...

Sep 22, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Jacqueline Valentine Wright, age 76, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Monday, September 22, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Monday, February 14, 1949, in Butler, Alabama.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 11:00 am until...

Sep 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Virginia Lee Banks, age 90, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   She was born on Thursday, May 16, 1935, in Lawerence County, South Carolina.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 12:00...