Jun 23, 2024

Barbara A. Sims, 80, of Springfield, Ohio

passed away, surrounded by her loving daughters, on June 23, 2024.  Born on May 4, 1944, Barbara was the social butterfly who brought joy, laughter, and a spirit of togetherness to all who were in her presence.

Barbara was the oldest of two daughters to S. Louise (Borden)...

Jun 14, 2024

Darryl Walls, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 25, 1961, Darryl brought warmth and joy to all who knew him.

Darryl was the cherished son of Samuel F. Walls and Betty J. (Oliver) Walls. He shared a close bond with his siblings: Samuel L. (Cassandra)...

Jun 12, 2024

Elizabeth Lee Gaines, a loving mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, at the age of 79 at Bethany Village. She was born on October 26,1944, in Lawrence, Kansas. She retired from IH Credit Union after 30 years of service. Liz raised two daughters, Yvonne Turner of Dayton, Ohio and Monica Lawrence of Indianapolis, Indiana,...

Jun 7, 2024

Trent V. Berrien, 71, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Friday, June 7, 2024.  He was born September 8, 1952, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Melvin and Dolores (Smith) Berrien.

Trent attended Frye and Highlands Elementary Schools and Cedarville Middle and High School.  He graduated from Cedarville High School, the Class of 1972.  He was Cedarville Junior...

Jun 1, 2024

Sylvia McNeil Calamese was born on March 27, 1926 in Rhamkette, Wake County, North Carolina. She is the daughter of the late Thomas and Viola McNeil. Sylvia departed her earthly assignment on June 1, 2024 at 5:49 a.m. in Columbus, Ohio. Sylvia attended Wake County Schools. She was the youngest girl of 11 children, her brothers and sisters were...

May 24, 2024

Jerome W. "Jerry" Cosby. 75, of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on  Friday, May 24, 2024.  He was born January 21, 1949 in Springfield, Ohio the son of Lawrence and Martha (Wilson) Cosby.

Jerry was a member of Champion Lodge #15, a bowler for most of his life and enjoyed fishing and working...

May 17, 2024

Charles L. Randolph, formerly of Springfield, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Friday,  May 17, 2024 after a lengthy illness. Charles was 73 years old.  Charles was born to Bernadine E, Randolph-Churchwell and Lemuel H. Randolph Jr. Charles graduated from Springfield North High School, and after graduation he enlisted into the United States Air Force, and...

May 8, 2024

Leslie E. McCollom, 73, of Columbus, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024  after a sudden illness.  He was born August 7, 1950 in Mansfield, Ohio the son of Beulah  (Westmoreland) McCollom and James L. Newhouser.

He was a collector of items and was best known for his smile and constant laughter.

Leslie was predeceased...

May 1, 2024

George B. Applin III, 44, of Springfield, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.  He was born December 2, 1979, in Springfield, Ohio, the son of Joseph B. Hocker and Sherry Lynn Applin.

George spent most of his life between Columbus and Springfield, Ohio.  He loved making music, basketball and had recently become interested in...

Apr 23, 2024

Emma M. Brown, 82, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024.  She was born July 10, 1941 in Calhoun, Georgia the daughter of Robert E. and Hazel M. (Wilkey) Heard.

She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, John C. Brown; sons, Robert L. (Cara) Neal, Chris Neal and Omari Bell-Moore; a stepson, Eric  (Greta)...

Apr 11, 2024

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...

Apr 11, 2024

Paulna Pierre,65, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, April 11, 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 Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. in Greater First Baptist...

Apr 4, 2024

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...

Apr 3, 2024

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,...

Mar 31, 2024

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 ...

Mar 24, 2024

Joseph Johnson Jr. (Flo) was born on March 2, 1977, in Springfield, Ohio.  He lived until he was 47, just over 2 weeks after his birthday on March 24, 2024.

Joseph had grown up in Springfield, Ohio, almost all his life.  He had played for the Springfield Little Tigers football team as a kid. At the age...

Mar 21, 2024

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...

Mar 12, 2024

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...

Mar 12, 2024

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...

Mar 10, 2024

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,...