Aug 13, 2021

On Tuesday, February 25, 1930, in southwestern Kentucky God, in his infinite wisdom, gave the world a gift in Mamie Louise Trice. She was the only child of Rose Ann Anderson (Trice) who raised and nurtured her in the word of God and the church.  At a young age, after her family relocated to New Providence, TN she gave...

Aug 12, 2021

George Alvin Welliford entered peacefully into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday morning August 12, 2021 at the age of 70, in his home.  He was born in Springfield, Ohio on October 14, 1950 to Ina Mae and Joseph Welliford and raised by stepfather Willie Gaines.

George retired from Navistar after working 38 years and was...

Aug 7, 2021

Bishop Reverend ROBERT EDWARD BUFORD SR., 76, departed this life on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 7:07 p.m. from ICU room number 2107 surrounded by family love, comfort, and God's Heavenly Escorts.

"Dad", as he was affectionately called by family and friends, was born in Springfield, Ohio July 29, 1945 to the late Raymond Buford Sr. and...

Aug 5, 2021

Euretha A. (Payne) Jackson, 71, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021.  She was born November 14, 1949 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Dorothy (Starling) and Theron Payne Jr.  "Retha" graduated from Springfield South High School and retired from Ohio Bell/AT&T after 28 years of dedicated service.  She was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist...

Jul 31, 2021

Michael Antoine Berry, 35, went home to be with the Lord in his residence on Saturday, July 31, 2021.  He was born "established" in Cleveland, Ohio on October 30, 1985, the son of Michele D. Berry and Thaddius Boyd.  He was a lifelong resident of Springfield, Ohio.

Mike was saved at an early age and was a...

Jul 16, 2021

Marva L. Hill, 80, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully at her residence on July 16, 2021.  She was born in Champaign County, Ohio on April 7, 1941, the daughter of Alva and Viola (Lucas) Underwood.  A graduate of Urbana High School.  She worked for over 30 years with the Pre-school program for Springfield Public Schools.

Marva...

Jul 11, 2021

Ligaya A. (Williams) Swanson, 73,  of Spsringfield, Ohio passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021.  She was born August 28, 1947 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Lawrance G. and Lula Mae (House) Williams.  Ligaya had been employed at International Harvester (Navister) and a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.  Her memory will be cherished by her loving and devoted...

Jul 9, 2021

Delfreda "Little Sis" Mays, 62, was born August 23, 1958 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of James C. and Del-Freda Wyatt Sr.  She went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 9, 2021.   Delfreda was very hard working and had been employed by Wittenberg University as a caterer and retired after 32 years of dedicated service.  She...

Jun 27, 2021

Carol S. Banta, 59, of Springfield, Ohio passed away June 27, 2021.  She was born July 4, 1961 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of James and Mary (Elliott) Banta.  Visitation is Thursday, July 8, 2021 from 2-3 p.m. in the Robert C. Henry Funeral Home.

Jun 22, 2021

Anthony Lamont Lane of Springfield, Ohio was born August 9, 1975 to Tina (Dwight) Lane-Evans and Larry Crafter. Anthony's soul departed this world unexpectedly on June 22, 2021. The family is consoled by the knowledge that in his 45 years of life he was always surrounded by love, family, friendship and music.

His passion for music made...

Jun 22, 2021

Cathy Sue Brandon, 43, of Springfield, Ohio was born April 29, 1978 to Ronnie Miller and Natalie Brandon,  went home to be with Lord on Tuesday June 22, 2021. Cathy was cheerful and well known for her bubbly and funny personality. Cathy kept a big smile on her face and always made everyone feel welcome.  Cathy is survived by...

Jun 10, 2021

Gloria Jean (Jeannie) Woods, age 76, passed away June 10, 2021 at Grandview Hospital after battling a long illness.

She was born March 6, 1945 in Springfield, Ohio to John P. and Alice L. Perymon.  She graduated from Springfield High School class of 1963 and married the love of her life, William H. (Butch) Woods December 29,...

Jun 10, 2021

Jerilyn Denise Corley (Jerry) was the 2nd child born to Flora Elizabeth Corley (nee: Gaines) and Demus Corley Jr.  Jerry was cute, smart and a talented pianist.  She   graduated from Yellow Springs High School in 1969 and was a member of the National Honor Society.  She attended Kent State University where she became a   member of Delta Sigma Theta...

Jun 4, 2021

Vance B. Morgan Sr. , 67, of Springfield, Ohio passed away June 4, 2021. He was born October 23, 1953 in Nyack, New York the son of Robert Lee Morgan and Aurita (Sterling) Morgan.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lee Morgan; brother, Clifford James and step-son, Chase Dixon.

Vance is survived...

Jun 4, 2021

Donna K. Grissom , 73, of Springfield, Ohio passed away June 4, 2021. She was born October 11, 1947 in San Bernardino, California the daughter of Floyd Williams and Mary Williams. Memorial services will be planned at a later date.

Jun 1, 2021

Reginald Leroy Hawkins passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday June 1st. He will be missed by his son and daughter-in-law, Kirk Couch and Carol Couch. He also leaves to remember him 2 grandsons, 4 great-grand children, nieces, nephews, extensive family and friends.

May 29, 2021

Rudolph "Rudy" Kumasi Hampton, 65, of Springfield, Ohio passed away May 29, 2021 in his residence.  He was born May 30, 1955 in Sacremento, California the son of Rudoph and Pinna (Gatewood) Hampton.  Rudy obtained his Masters Degree and was one quarter shy of getting his Doctorate Degree.  He was employed at Eastway Behavioral Health Care Center in Dayton,...

May 28, 2021

Faye F. Benson, 79, of Springfield, Ohio passed away May 28, 2021.  She was born December 20, 1941 the daughter of Anna (Robinson) and Matthew Benson.  Faye graduated from Springfield High School and found her life's purpose in caring for the elderly.  She loved her job.  She retired from Westminister Thurber Retirement Community in Columbus, Ohio.  Faye had been...

May 28, 2021

Aquilla W. Portis, 93, affectionately known as "Buddy", passed away peacefully on Friday, May 28, 2021.  He was born September 27, 1927 to Dorothy (Ballard)  and Aldophus W. Portis Sr.  He was the third child of five children.  He attended Springfield City Schools where he graduated from Springfield High School.  He married Maybelle (Hardnick) Portis in May 1950 and...

May 22, 2021

Tobie Marie "mabel, Zelda b. mild" Crockran, 45, was called home by the Lord on Saturday, May 22, 2021.  Tobie was born Friday, December 12, 1975, in Springfield, OH, to the late Jesse Crockran, Jr. and Viola (Ramey) Wellington of Springfield, OH.

Tobie was a lifelong member of the Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church.  She was active...