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Scott David Emery

Scott David Emery

Jul 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Scott David Emery, age 50, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Wednesday, December 4, 1974, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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

Aaron M. Brown

Aaron M. Brown

Jul 26, 2025

Aaron Michael Brown was born on February 2, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois, and was lovingly raised by his mother and father, Nancy and Wesley Hampton. As the oldest of four siblings, he led with his heart and fiercely protected his family.

Aaron graduated from CVS (Chicago Vocational School). He made Cincinnati his home in 1991, where he...

Willie Lee Barfield

Willie Lee Barfield

Jul 26, 2025

Willie Lee Barfield was born on July 23, 1974, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Janice Martin and George Beasley. He was called home to be with the lord on July 26, 2025.

Willie was raised in Walnut Hills and attended Windsor Elementary and Withrow High School.

Willie had a huge heart and a passion for helping...

Hiwot Asfaw Akalu

Hiwot Asfaw Akalu

Jul 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Hiwot Asfaw Akalu, age 25, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Friday, June 2, 2000, in Este, Ethopia.

Visitation is from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm, on  Saturday, August 2, 2025, at...

Teresa Kay Young

Teresa Kay Young

Jul 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Teresa Kay Young, age 64, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Wednesday, May 31, 1961, in Toledo, Ohio.

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

Joe Hentz

Joe Hentz

Jul 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Joe Hentz, age 45, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Friday, July 25, 2025, in Blue Ash,  Ohio.  He was born on Wednesday, January 23, 1980, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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

Fred Allen Battle

Fred Allen Battle

Jul 25, 2025

Mr. Fred Battle transitioned to be with the Lord on July 25, 2025. He was born on November 11, 1946, to the late Henry and Mercie D., who preceded him in death. Originally from Macon, Georgia, he moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, in the 1970s to provide a better life for his family.

Fred loved playing cards with...

Denise Newell

Denise Newell

Jul 25, 2025

Denise Newell, affectionately known as "Ms. Nise," was born on September 4, 1958, at Booth Hospital in Covington, Kentucky, to the late Melvin and J.L. Cowart. She departed this life on July 25, 2025.

Denise was preceded in death by her loving husband, Henry B. Newell; her parents; siblings Patricia, John, Anthony, and Timothy Cowart; and her...

Derwin Clifton

Derwin Clifton

Jul 25, 2025

Derwin Clifton was born on September 27, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio to the union of Clyde Cliton and Mary Frances Clifton.  He accepted Christ at an early age, as a member of First Liberty Baptist church.  As a teenage, he attended and graduated from Quarter Tech High School.  Derwin was the father of four children, Anthony, Derwin, Kourtney, and...

John O. Nichols, Iii

John O. Nichols, Iii

Jul 25, 2025

John O. Nichols III, at a early age of 34, departed the earth and entered into the gates of heaven on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Scarlet Oakes Community Rehabilitation Center.

He was the first born to both Vensus Chanel Brow and John O. Nichols Jr. of whom always surrounded him with their love. John's life as...

Patrick Douglas Holland

Patrick Douglas Holland

Jul 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Patrick Douglas Holland, age 69, of Bowling Green, Kentucky, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Monday, April 9, 1956, in Paducah, Kentucky.

Graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, August 4, 2025 at...

Ms. Terry Speed

Ms. Terry Speed

Jul 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Terry Speed, age 69, of Charlestown, Indiana,  who entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 24, 2025. She was born on Wednesday, February 29, 1956, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Visitation is from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm, on  Friday, August 8, 2025, at the Walker Funeral Home...

Myrtle E. Maddox

Myrtle E. Maddox

Jul 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Myrtle E. Maddox, age 98, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Saturday, January 1, 1927, in Houston, Texas.

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

John Eric Burger

John Eric Burger

Jul 24, 2025

John Eric Burger

Eric was born March 8, 1967, in Mariemont, Ohio to Paul and Vera Burger. He was welcomed home by older brothers Vaughn and Dave (Pam) and Sister Lisa (Bob).   Eric spent most of his school years in Madeira, a community he always held very dear to his heart. In high school he played Varsity...

Vanessa Owensby

Vanessa Owensby

Jul 24, 2025

Vanessa Owensby was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on March 2, 1957, to Roy and Essie Owensby.

Vanessa took her last breath and closed her beautiful eyes on July 24, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Essie Owensby; her brothers Roger, Randy, Rudolph, and Rodney; her sister Theresa Owensby; and her stepson, Walter...

Minnie Blasingame

Minnie Blasingame

Jul 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Minnie  Blasingame, age 91, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Saturday, April 7, 1934, in America, Georgia.

Gathering of family and friends is from 4:00 pm until 4:30 pm, on  Saturday, August...

Ryan Daniel Parker

Ryan Daniel Parker

Jul 23, 2025

Ryan Daniel Parker was born on April 21, 1981, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Barbra Parker—her only child—and Billy Dailey. A proud graduate of Taft High School, Class of 2000, Ryan's journey into ministry began early. At the age of 16, he met Pastor Damon Lynch Jr. through a mentorship program, and from that moment, a deep father-son bond was...

Dwayne Gary Marcum

Dwayne Gary Marcum

Jul 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Dwayne Gary Marcum, age 41, of Newport, Kentucky,  who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   He was born on Monday, September 26, 1983, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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

Gregory Edward Harrison

Gregory Edward Harrison

Jul 22, 2025

Gregory Edward Harrison was born on March 20, 1980, to Gwendolyn Harrison and Gregory Mullins. He passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025.

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Gregory was a man whose faith was the foundation of his life. He lived with a servant's heart—always offering a helping hand, a warm smile, and unwavering support to...

Oscar Lee Pressley

Oscar Lee Pressley

Jul 22, 2025

Oscar Lee Pressley was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on September 17, 1959. He was the youngest of seven children, a blessing to the union of Herman Pressley and Gladys Ross Jackson Pressley. Oscar departed this life on July 22, 2025.

Oscar was preceded in death by his parents.

Oscar was baptized at First Baptist Church...

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