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Phyllis Payden

Phyllis Payden

Jan 23, 2024

Ms. Phyllis L. Payden, 61, of Columbus, transitioned to eternal life on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family.



Ms. Payden was born December 19, 1962 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of James Payden Jr. and the late Iola Gray. 



She was reared in Port Huron, Michigan, but returned to Ohio and graduated with Cardinal Mooney High School...

Eloise Rutledge

Eloise Rutledge

Jan 18, 2024

On Thursday January 18,2024, Eloise McGary- Rutledge age 61 of Youngstown, Ohio passed away due to a long term illness at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital.She was born in Salem Ohio on December 25, 1962, to Percy Hart Mcgary and Jennifer Rodgers-Cambridge.Eloise was raised in Youngstown/Warren, OH. She graduated from The Rayen Highschool, and also attended college. The most thing...

MICHAEL GARLAND 'MIKE PIKE' BUTLER

MICHAEL GARLAND 'MIKE PIKE' BUTLER

Jan 16, 2024

Mr Michael Golin (Pike) Butler transitioned peacefully into eternal life on January 16,2024 at home surrounded by the family who loved and adored him.

Mr Butler was born February 3, 1967 in Youngstown Oh, to parents Gollin Freeman an Dianetta Butler-Payne. Michael attended Shaw High School in Cleveland Ohio. He was an entrepreneur who delved into many different businesses in his...

Reginald Keith Miliner

Reginald Keith Miliner

Jan 16, 2024

Reginald K. Miliner, 65, Youngstown, departed this life on  Tuesday , January 16, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center main campus.Reginald was born February 20, 1958 in Youngstown a son of Claude and Bernice Cox Miliner. He was a 1976 graduate of South High School, a laborer for several companies, loved fish aquariums, and all sports especially football and the...

Melvin D Johnson Sr.

Melvin D Johnson Sr.

Jan 2, 2024

Mr. Melvin D. Johnson of Youngstown, departed this life on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Health Center.Mr. Johnson Sr. was born to Bessie Lou Dora and William Walter Johnson on August 13, 1948, in Struthers, OH. He attended Highland Ave. School before moving to Youngstown.   He also attended Shiloh Baptist Church, where he accepted Jesus, during...

Melva Lee Coney

Melva Lee Coney

Jan 2, 2024

Melva Lee Coney 62, Youngstown departed this life Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Melva was born April 24, 1961 in Youngstown , a daughter of Samuel Harper and Joyce Coney. She was a graduate of South High School, was a domestic housekeeper, loved helping people, and she attended New Bethel Baptist Church.She leaves to cherish her memory her 3 children, Gregory Lee...

Eunice Leola "Boot" Mason

Eunice Leola "Boot" Mason

Dec 22, 2023

A homegoing celebration for a life welllived will be held 12:00 noon Friday, January 5, 2024 at Tabernacle Baptist Church for Mrs. Eunice Leola Mason (affectionately known as “Boot” ) of Lowellville, Ohio, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by family and friends on Friday December 22, 2023.She was born in the city of Selma, Alabama on February 20,...

William Lee "Mann" Thomas

William Lee "Mann" Thomas

Dec 22, 2023

William Lee Thomas 53, of Youngstown, also  known as “Mann” to his family and friends. He departed his life on Friday December 22, 2023.Mr. Thomas was born l December 14, 1970 in Youngstown, Ohio a son of Velmer Morris and William Clark.William attended South High School. He enjoyed spending time laughing and telling jokes with his family and friends. He...

Erika "E" Skinner Murrell

Erika "E" Skinner Murrell

Dec 18, 2023

 

Erika Murrell (Skinner), age 50, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2023, in Youngstown, Ohio. 

 

She was born on October 9, 1973,  a daughter of Carlotta Ivy Skinner and Roosevelt Skinner. Erika was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother who will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

 

Erika attended The Rayen High School in...

Patricia Ann Smith

Patricia Ann Smith

Dec 18, 2023

 

Patricia A. Smith, 88, Youngstown , transitioned to eternal rest  on Monday, December 18, 2023 in Laurels of Walden Park in Columbus, Ohio.   Pat was born May 10, 1935 in Youngstown a daughter of Benjamin F. Smith Sr., and the former Vera Chellis. She attended South High School and later became an elevator operator at Hotel Ohio. After being...

Kenneth Lee Favors

Kenneth Lee Favors

Dec 17, 2023

 

Kenneth L. Favors 69, Youngstown, departed this life on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at his residence.   Kenneth was born April 23, 1954 in Youngstown a son of Joseph and Lillie Belle Kellie Favors. He was a United States Army veteran and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He leaves to cherish his memory his siblings, Willie Joe, Jimmy Lee,...

Chyann Alissa Gruber

Chyann Alissa Gruber

Dec 9, 2023

 

Chyann “ChyChy” Alissa Gruber, was born on November 21st, 2003 in Youngstown, Ohio.  She was called home to be with her mother Shayla Watkins on December 9th, 2023,  Chyann was 20 years old.She graduated from East High School in 2022,  she was currently working as the youth coordinator at The Persayus Way Project and participated in community activities.  Chyann...

Everrett Allen Barnett Poindexter

Everrett Allen Barnett Poindexter

Dec 9, 2023

 

Brother Everett A. Barnett Poindexter 76, Youngstown, departed this life on Saturday, December 9, 2023 in St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center Youngstown Campus.   Everett was born September 8, 1947 in Roanoke, VA., a son of the late Jeroline Poindexter and the late George R. Barnette. He was reared by Mother Mattie S. Barnette. He went to Carver High School...

Gloria Jean Weaver

Gloria Jean Weaver

Dec 7, 2023

Gloria (Payne) Weaver, born August 22, 1944, departed earth onDecember 7, 2023. 

 

She is preceded in death by her mother, Callie(Bogan) Buie, and father, Charles Payne Sr. She is survived by her stepfather, Arthur Buie.

 

 The family extends a “Thank You” to  her special friend, Garland Sims, who cared for her over the past few years through her transition.

 

Gloria was a lifelong resident of Youngstown, Ohio, where she...

Alan Curtis Reid Jr

Alan Curtis Reid Jr

Dec 1, 2023

 

Alan C. Reid Jr, 55 of Youngstown Ohio, made his transition from his life on Wednesday November 29th, 2023. 

 

He was born September 11th, 1968 to Alan C. Reid Sr and Patricia J. Anderson Reid in Youngstown, Ohio. He graduated from The Rayen High School in 1986. He also attended Cleveland State University. He worked at Mercy Health Hospital...

Elmer James Morris

Elmer James Morris

Nov 26, 2023

 

Mr. Elmer James Morris 88, of Youngstown, Ohio, transitioned to eternal rest on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

 

Mr. Morris was born September 15, 1935, in Harlan, KY  the son of James Morris and Anna Ellis and reared by grandparents Barney and Annie Ellis. 

 

He went to Rosewald High School, and joined the Army where he was stationed...

Christan Allen Oliver

Christan Allen Oliver

Nov 19, 2023

Christian A. Oliver, 29, of Youngstown, Oh., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday November 19, 2023.Christian was born on November 22, 1993, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Warren, Oh. He loved spending time with his family, going to Mill Creek Park, dinosaurs and archeology, watching his favorite football team play (Pittsburgh Steelers) and most especially, music. He absolutely loved music.He was...

English Fletcher Preston Jr

English Fletcher Preston Jr

Nov 17, 2023

 

English F. Preston Jr., 93, Youngstown, departed this life on Friday, November 17, 2023 at Beeghly Oaks Healthcare Center.   Mr. Preston was born December 26, 1929 a son of English F. and Jessie G. Thomas Preston Sr. He attended Youngstown Public Schools graduating in 1948 from South High School. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict...

Gayle Renaye Barnes

Gayle Renaye Barnes

Nov 9, 2023

Gayle Renaye (Payne) Barnes, 73, of Youngstown, Ohio passed away November 9, 2023, at Hospice of the Valley.

 She was born July 8, 1950, to the late Charles Arthur Payne Sr and the late Callie Lillian Bogan-Payne-Buie.

Gayle is survived by a son, Monteague A. (Guadalupe) Barnes and 4 grandchildren: Donavan Reeder, Zoe Barnes, Maximus Barnes, and Malachi Barnes...

James "Jim" Jackson

James "Jim" Jackson

Nov 8, 2023

 

James J. Jackson 88, Youngstown, departed this life on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 in Briarfield Manor Healthcare Center.   James was born May 14, 1935, in Edneyville, NC., a son of Joseph and Laura Waters Jackson. Like all young men, James wanted to find a better life for himself so in 1954 he decided to move to Detroit, MI.,...

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