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Carolyn Joye Walker

Carolyn Joye Walker

September 1, 2025

Carolyn Joye Walker, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, was born November 4, 1945, and passed away peacefully September 1, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She shared 60 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband Fred L. Walker, building a life filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished memories. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband, Fred...

Bemnet Yeshewalul "Gakii" Deresse

Bemnet Yeshewalul "Gakii" Deresse

August 31, 2025

Bemnet "Gakii" Deresse was born on November 21, 1997, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to his loving parents, Aster Bekele and Yeshewalul Deresse. He grew up alongside his brother, Dagim, and cousins—Abeselom, Mekdim, Robel, Mathiwos, and Pamela—who were more like siblings than cousins. Raised in a large family surrounded by grandparents, aunts, and uncles who guided him with love, laughter,...

Ernest Shaun Holley, Iii

Ernest Shaun Holley, Iii

August 31, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Ernest Shaun Holley III, age 57, of Xenia, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Montgomery, Ohio. He was born on Saturday, December 2, 1967, in Brooklyn, New York.

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

Julia Julia Mae Howard

Julia Julia Mae Howard

August 31, 2025

Elizabeth Julia Mae Howard was born on January 6, 1935, to Elizabeth Atterberry in Abbeville, South Carolina. On Sunday, August 31, 2025, Julia peacefully departed this life. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt, and cousin, whose legacy of love and care will be remembered for generations.

Julia was a lifelong learner, proudly earning her...

Amber Ebony Suttles

Amber Ebony Suttles

August 30, 2025

Amber Ebony Suttles was born on December 3, 1991, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Rachel Suttles and Irvin Frye. She was called home by our Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

Amber leaves to cherish her memory six wonderful children: Arion Suttles, Romell Suttles, Eve Suttles, Cornell Suttles, Nasir Suttles, and Nia Sanders; siblings Maurice Suttles,...

Sandra Lee Collins

Sandra Lee Collins

August 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Sandra Lee Collins, age 67, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Monday, October 7, 1957, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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

Lulameay Hall

Lulameay Hall

August 29, 2025

Our beloved LulaMeay Hall was born on March 25, 1971 to Elaine Brooks and William Hall, who preceded her in death. LulaMeay began her spiritual journey on August 29, 2025.

LulaMeay was a very artistic person who loved music and writing poems.  She was a person who would do whatever she could to help you out. She...

Christopher Louis West, Sr.

Christopher Louis West, Sr.

August 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Christopher Louis West Sr., age 59, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on Wednesday, February 16, 1966, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Family and friends are cordially invited to gather from 2:00 pm until 3:00...

Felicia Ann Baber

Felicia Ann Baber

August 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Felicia Ann Baber, age 57, of Dayton, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.   She was born on Wednesday, October 18, 1967, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Friends and family are cordially invited to Celebrate Felicia's Life at 6:00 p.m., on...

Maudray Cunningham

Maudray Cunningham

August 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Maudray Cunningham, age 87, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, in North College Hill, Ohio. She was born on Saturday, June 25, 1938, in , Alabama.

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

Vanessa L. Speed

Vanessa L. Speed

August 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Vanessa L. Speed , age 66, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025. She was born on Sunday, July 12, 1959, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Visitation is from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, on  Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Walker...

Melvina Turnage

Melvina Turnage

August 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Melvina  Turnage, age 79, of Cincinnati, Ohio,  who entered eternal rest on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   She was born on Monday, January 28, 1946, in Mongtomery , Alabama.

Visitation is from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, on  Friday, September 12, 2025, at...

James E.  "Jamie" Lovett

James E. "Jamie" Lovett

August 28, 2025

James Edward Lovett, affectionately known as Jamie, was born on the 7th day of April to Mattie Elizabeth Lovett and Charles Gilstrap. He was preceded in death by both parents, his sisters Darlene, Willa Mae and Terri Lynn, and brother Curtis.

Born at 838 Lincoln St., he had a great love for his neighbourhood and all those...

Kathy Lynn Brockman-Walker

Kathy Lynn Brockman-Walker

August 28, 2025

Kathy Lynn Brockman-Walker was born January 29, 1950, the fourth born daughter to the union of John and Ida (Griffin) Brockman of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Kathy joined New Community Church of God in Christ at the age of 13 and was water baptize in James Temple Church of God in Christ in 1973 by the late Bishop William...

Billy James Wathel

Billy James Wathel

August 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Billy James Wathel, age 95, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Cincinnati,  Ohio.   He was born on Sunday, March 9, 1930, in Burkesville, Kentucky.

Visitation is from 10:00 am until 11:00 am, on  Saturday, September 13, 2025, at...

Kenneth Demetrius Lowe

Kenneth Demetrius Lowe

August 28, 2025

Kenneth was born on May 8, 1969, to Ella Lowe and Keeman Winn Sr. in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a cherished son, brother, father, grandson, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend, known for protecting his family.

Kenneth attended Robert A. Taft High School. He dedicated his life to protecting and enjoying his children and family. He had a...

John Henry Mckibben

John Henry Mckibben

August 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of John Henry McKibben, age 73, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born on Sunday, May 4, 1952, in Luella, Georgia.

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

Ruby Watson-Jones

Ruby Watson-Jones

August 27, 2025

Ruby Watson-Jones was born May 24, 1931. She transitioned from earth to heaven on August 27, 2025, at the tender age of 94. Truly a life well lived. Ruby, was born in Perry, Georgia to late Willis and Hattie Hogan.

Ruby-Watson-Jones came to Cincinnati at age 29 with her husband Milton Davis and from this union there...

Marilyn Jones

Marilyn Jones

August 27, 2025

Marilyn Jones was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on June 15th, 1950, to the late Geneva Riggs and Bill Caffey. She attended Taft High School. Marilyn worked for the TriHealth organization, and after 37 years of dedicated service, she retired from the HR department, where she was truly missed.

Marilyn had a smile that could light up a...

Stephen Ray Leonard

Stephen Ray Leonard

August 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the heavenly transition of Stephen Ray Leonard, age 57, of Cincinnati, Ohio, who entered eternal rest on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was born on Wednesday, August 7, 1968, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Gathering of family and friends is from 2:30 pm until 3:00 pm, on  Saturday, September 20, 2025,...

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