All Obituaries

Paulna Pierre,65, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, April11, 2024.  She was born October 7, 1958 in Pignon, Haiti the daughter of Limeness and Dejani (Marcelin) Dorvil.  Paulna retired from teaching after many years of dedicated service.  Visitation is Friday, April 26, 2024 from 11 a.m. until the time of service at 12 noon in Greater First Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery.  

 Lela Mae (Lytle) Hall, Sunrise: August 12, 1925 - Sunset : April 11, 2024 Lela Mae Lytle Hall was born to Margaret Ann (Stripling) Lytle and Robert Braxton Lytle on August 12, 1925 in Springfield, Ohio. She was the oldest of twelve children blessed to that union. She is survived by her sibling, Ada Lee Barker of Toronto, Canada; by her children, two sons, Anthony V. Hall of Clearwater, Minnesota and Christopher L. (Gwendolyn) Hall of Springfield, Ohio and two daughters, Teresia...

Alvin P. Hall passed at home April 4, 2024. He was born January 4, 1940, the second child of Dr. Alvin P. Hall, Sr. and Ellen Francis (Talbert) Hall in Richmond Indiana. He spent elementary and high school years in Cleveland, Ohio, after living in Columbus, Ohio,Tuskegee, Alabama, Boston, Massachusetts, Chicago, Illinois, and Detroit, Michigan. In later years, he lived in Columbus, Ohio, Flint, Michigan, and Las Vegas, Nevada. He married Maryemma Ballard of Springfield, Ohio May 31, 1969...

Charles Eugene Trent Jr., 63, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Springfield, Ohio.  Charles was born    October 8, 1960 in Beaver, Ohio the son of Charles and Carmel (Ragland) Trent Sr. He enjoyed doing puzzle books, CB radio and wrestling. Charles is survived by his mother, Carmel Trent; brothers, Floyd and Todd Trent; sisters, Connie Trent and Rhonda Stoll and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends including his favorite nurse, Angel Trent. ...

Homer F. Roberts, 83, passed away on Sunday, March 31st, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on January 24, 1941, in Urbana, Ohio to Charles Eugene Sr. and Margaret (Stillgess) Roberts. Homer was a proud graduate of Urbana High School and later served as a Medic in the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. He was honorably discharged.  After his military service, Homer went on to have a successful career at Cascade Corporation before...

Alexander McCarty went home to be with the Lord on March 21, 2024. He was born on December 1, 1931 in Samson, AL, to Alma Rachel McCarty. Alex was reared by his maternal aunt and uncle Albert and Stella McCarty in Middletown, OH. He was a graduate of Middletown High School and the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff. He was a Veteran of the United States Navy and served as Actuary for the State of Ohio’s Department of Insurance for 25 years. Alex was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Grand...

Dorcas Mae (Clay) Jackson, 95 of Springfield, Ohio, transitioned to Glory, on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. She was born in Springfield, Ohio, on April 17, 1928, to Maston Clay and Mary Louise (Ventress) Clay. Dorcas was a graduate of Springfield High School. Later in life, she received her Bachelor of Arts in Bible Studies from Liberty University and Doctor of Divinity from Grace Apostolic Bible College. In 1993, she authored the book, How to Implement a Jail Ministry. Dorcas was employed for...

In Loving Memory: Amber LaSian Moody Amber Moody was a loving and adventurous mother, aunt, friend, and colleague.  She passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 42.  She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and strength. Born August 12, 1981, in Columbus, Ohio, to Carolyn Moody and Larry Waddy.  Amber was the youngest daughter.  Amber was a determined and caring individual.  Her life wasn’t traditional in any way but, that is why she was so...

Alma “Joyce” Yancey, 70, of Springfield Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024. She was born June 8, 1953 in Springfield, Ohio, the Daughter of John Howard and Doris (Fowler) Yancey. She was employed as a custodian at Springfield News-Sun and a line operator at Yamada.  She graduated from Springfield South High School and Springfield Clark CTC, JVS at the time in Office Administration. Joyce loved spending time with her family and friends.  She leaves to cherish her...

Annette Evans, 85, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024.  She was born June 8, 1938 in Griffin, Georgia.  She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be forever missed. Visitation is Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 12 noon until the time of service at 1 p.m. in Zion Hill Baptist Church.  She will be laid to rest Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 9 a.m. in Dayton National Cemetery.