All Obituaries

Jeannette Marcella (Stewart) Robinson, 98, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, May 16, 2022.  She was born February 14, 1924 in Ridgeway, Ohio the daughter of Aretta (Scott) and Carl M. Stewart.  Jeannette retired from DESC after many years of dedicated service.  Grandma or Jensy, as she was affectionately known, enjoyed writing, reading, volunteering in the community, playing cards, crafting, scrapbooking, good food, spending time with her...

Wanda J. Owens, 60, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022.  She was born May  23, 1961 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of May E. (Webb) and Norval Owens Sr. She had been employed by Community Hospital. Wanda was her name, but we all called her "Chatty".  Chatty loved movies and sports of all kind, but she was a die hard Bengals fan.  Chatty loved her sweets, chocolates to be exact.  Chatty was known for her "Dramaticness" and...

De’Arion Monshelle Elaine Welliford, 23, lovingly known as “Dee Dee”, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 1, 2022.  She was born February 6, 1999 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Neandra Ramey and Aaron Welliford.  She was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 2017 and attended Wright State University. De’Arion was a beautiful black princess with a vibrant smile.a true cheerleader to anyone in a uniform.  She...

Joan E. Bailum, 73, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022.  She was born February 28, 1949 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Mary Elizabeth (Matthews) and Charles Wilkerson.   Visitation is Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. in Greater Grace Temple.  Burial is Monday, May 9, 2022 in Ferncliff Cemetery at 10 a.m.

Antonio M. Thompson, 47, of Springfield, Ohio and formerly of Santa Maria, California passed away April 25, 2022.  He was born June 10, 1974 in Erie, Pennsylvania the son of Beatrice (Rose) and John Thompson.  Antonio was employed by Silfex Manufacturing.  Services for Antonio will be held in Santa Maria, California.  

Lucille M. Jordan, 82, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2022.  She was born April 9, 1940 in Florence, Alabama the daughter of Elizabeth (Horace) and Wiley Hobbs.  She retired from Community Hospital after many years of dedicated service as a dietician. Her memory will be cherished by her devoted daughter, Donna Brino-Blackwell; grandson, Antonio Dominic Brino; grandchildren, Antonio Dominic Brino III, twins, Mia and Annabella Brino and Dominic Brino;...

Janice Marie Woods, daughter of James and Opal (Brown) Davis, was born on July 31, 1950 in Springfield, Ohio. She was called home on Friday, April 15, 2022. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister. When she was able, she attended Greater First Baptist Church where she enjoyed reading the Bible and spending time with family and friends. A family function wasn’t complete without her beautiful smile or vivacious laughter.  She leaves to cherish her memory three (3)...

Deacon Eugene Harrison, 81, of Springfield, Ohio departed this life on Palm Sunday, April 10, 2022 at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.  He was born May 8, 1940 in Georgetown, Georgia, the eldest son of Solie and Ruby (Andrews) Harrison.   He was a graduate of Springfield High School in 1957.  Eugene was an avid bowler, fisher and bicyclist. He was a faithful servant of the community by visiting the sick and shut-in.  He was a...

Kenneth E. “Kenny” Neal, 56, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, April 9, 2022.  He was born October 2, 1965 in Springfield, Ohio the son of Emma Heard and Gary Neal.  Kenny always talked about how living life on life's terms, which is defined as the conditions determining what it means to be alive. There are two elements to this condition. 1. Our desires, intentions and actions. 2. The role (and inevitability) of...

Ida L. (nee Gaskins) Sutton of Springfield, OH transitioned from her earthly vessel to her eternal home on April 6, 2022 at the age of 93. Ida was born to Rev. Fred D. and Gladys V. (Dunnaville) Gaskins in Mount Vernon, OH. Growing up with 4 brothers, Ida was a spirited young woman that loved sports as much as reading. One particular time when she planned to spend time at the library, she was invited to go skating. Although she pushed back and didn’t think there was any way skating...