Ms. Patrice A. Toliver
May 23, 2016
Patrice A. Toliver, 63, of Springfield, Ohio passed away May 23, 2016. She was born November 15, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Donald and Constance (Jones) Toliver. Patrice retired from Assurant Specialty Property and served her country in the U. S. Army. Patrice was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family and friends....
Mary Elizabeth Gilbert
May 22, 2016
Mary E. Gilbert, 94, passed away May 22, 2016. She was born November 30, 1921 in Grantville, GA, a daughter of James and Fanny Lou (Heard) Connally. Mary leaves to cherish her memory a son, Michael (Terri) Gilbert; daughters, Suezan (Michael) Johnson-Tyler and Mary K. (Jerry) Gilbert White Cosby; 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Margaret...
Ms. Gladys Hall
May 17, 2016
Gladys Hall 84, of Springfield, Ohio passed away May 17, 2016 at Springfield Masonic Community. She was born November 8, 1931 in Springfield, Ohio the daughter of Orabelle Hall Coker. Gladys was employed by the State of Ohio for over 35 years. She was a lifelong member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. Her memory...
Mr. Edward Lee Dorsey
May 17, 2016
Edward Lee Dorsey was born July 14, 1943 in Washington, Georgia to the late Henry Lee Dorsey and Margaret Tillman Dorsey. Edward passed away suddenly on May 17, 2016. He attended Detroit Public Schools and Wayne State University. During the Great Migration, the family moved to Michigan seeking economic opportunity and an escape from Jim Crow laws. Edward was a...
Wilbur A. Latson
May 15, 2016
Wilbur Alexander Latson peacefully closed his eyes in rest on May 15, 2016 at Soin Medical Center in Beavercreek, Ohio. He was the third child born to the union of Mattie and Joseph Latson on September 25, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from East High School in Columbus, and shortly thereafter joined the United States Marine Corps in 1950,...
Mrs. Dorothy N. Franklin
May 11, 2016
Dorothy N. Franklin, 89, of Springfield, Ohio passed from Life to Eternal Life on May 11, 2016. Born September 17, 1926 in Springfield, Ohio to Ersel and Helen (Baker) January. Dorothy attended and graduated from Springfield High School. She worked at Wright Patterson Air Force Base and was a faithful church member serving and praising the Lord until her death....
Mr. Carl W. Burns
Apr 29, 2016
Mr. Carl W. Burns, 78, a veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away April 29, 2016. He was born December 10, 1937 a son of Maceo and Beatrice (Henry) Burns. Carl was a devoted father, a hunting enthusiast, and a longtime activist for employment and civil rights. Carl attended St. John Missionary Baptist Church and was an active...
Donald K. Wells
Apr 27, 2016
Donald K. Wells, 57, of Bee Cave, Texas and formerly of Springfield, Ohio passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at the home he shared with his life partner of 24 years, Jay Rimovsky and Pebbles, their Dalmatian. He was born in Springfield, Ohio the youngest son of Dolores L. (January) and Wilbur T. Wells, Sr. His memory will be cherished...
Mr. Leon "Buzzy" Albert Stevens
Apr 21, 2016
Leon Albert Stevens, 62, passed away April 21, 2016. He was born July 15, 1953 a son of Raymond and Wilma Jean (Thompson) Stevens. Leon leaves to cherish his memory daughters, Rose'a Cammon of Dayton, OH, Cecilia Alexander of Columbus, OH; sons, Edward Cammon of Springfield, OH, Charles Powell of Dayton, OH, Leon Reynolds of Cleveland, OH; special companion, Myrna...
Mr. George Lawrence "Larry" Tutt
Apr 18, 2016
George Lawrence "Larry" Tutt, 64, passed away Monday, April 18, 2016. He was born February 3, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio son of Elmer and Mary (Walker) Henry. Larry was retired and had served his country in the United States Navy, Vietnam Era. He was an active member of the Brotherhood Committee at the Church of Jesus Family Worship Center, where...
Mr. Delbert Anthony Jones
Apr 12, 2016
Delbert "Tony, TJ and Too Tall" Anthony Jones, 64, transitioned to his eternal resting place April 12, 2016. He was born February 10, 1952 in Springfield, Ohio the son of L. Kathryn Jones and Carl Wade. Tony graduated from Springfield North High School and attended Bluffton College. He worked at Ohio Edison for 32 years. He loved to make people...
Mr. Shelly Blackman, Jr
Apr 5, 2016
Shelly Blackman, Jr. transitioned peacefully in his sleep April 5, 2016. He was 86 years old. Born December 31, 1929 to Shelly, Sr. and Martha (Brooks) Blackman in Springfield, OH, Shelly was an accomplished musician, competitive athlete, Korean War Veteran, who was injured in combat, a Civil Rights activist, business owner and beloved father. He is survived by his children,...
Chauncey Jeru Mahmood-Coleman
Apr 5, 2016
Private graveside service Cemetery Details Ferncliff Cemetery 501 West Mccreight Avenue Springfield, OH, 45503
Mr. Benson Foster Ragland
Apr 4, 2016
Benson Foster Ragland, 58, of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2016. He was born September 19, 1957 in Springfield, Ohio the son of Joan (Orr) and Earl Ragland. Benson spent his working years as a healthcare provider and enjoyed caring for others. Benson was full of love and laughter and he enjoyed singing,...
Ms. Dorothea F. Raines
Apr 3, 2016
Dorothea F. Raines, 62, of Springfield passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016. She was born September 28, 1953 in Raleigh, NC a daughter of Joe and Dorothy (Gill) Raines. Dorothea was a devoted mother and grandmother. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Therina Thompson and Tarsha White; niece, Susan Smith; grandchildren, Nakeisha and Deneisha Lawrence, Mark Thompson, Jr.,...
Mrs. Evelyn Irene Davis
Mar 31, 2016
Evelyn Irene Davis ascended into heaven Thursday, March 31st to join her husband, Ernest Davis. With a Bachelors from Savannah State and Masters from Columbia University, Irene devoted her life to education. As the former principal of Fulton Elementary, she was a proud and giving member of the Springfield community. A great wife, mother, grandmother and friend, to know her...
Mr. Ernest "Buster" Truss
Mar 29, 2016
Born February 8, 1928 in Lincoln Alabama. He is the son of Florence & Pinkie (Davis) Truss. He attended Springfield City schools. He was well known for his brick and masonry work. He departed this life March 29,2016 in Southbrook Care Center. He leaves his wife of 55 years Edna M. Truss; step children, Irene McWhorter and Napoleon (Rebekah) Biles;...
Mr. Robert E. Brown, Sr
Mar 29, 2016
Robert "Robbie" E. Brown Sr., age 59 departed peacefully on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at approximately 1:58 AM in Springfield, OH. He was born August 25, 1956 in Chillicothe, OH to Robert and Pearl Brown; both parents preceded him in death. Robbie retired from Honda of America after over 28 years of service. He was a very dedicated and loving...
Ms. Geraldine Donaldson
Mar 25, 2016
Ms. Geraldine Donaldson, 92, widower of Lonas (Pete) Donaldson of Springfield, Ohio died on March 25, 2016. She was born on April 30, 1923 in Xenia, Ohio, daughter of Henry and Daisy (Lumpkin) Booker. Ms. Donaldson is survived by her loving family including her devoted daughter, Shirley (Freeman) Day; grandsons, Robert, Dennis, Steven, James, Michael, and Mark Day and 14...
Mr. Charles Edward Hall
Mar 24, 2016
Charles Edward Hall, 74, of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 24, 2016 in his residence. Charles was born on June 25, 1941 to Frank Hall and Josephine (Smith) Crowe in Atlanta, GA. Charles was a member of the United States Army and retired from the Wright Patterson Air Force Base after many years...
