Doris Jean Mitchell Fowler, 87, of Trotwood, Ohio transitioned to her eternal home on Monday morning October 14, 2019. She was born on January 28, 1932 in Delaware, Ohio to the late Thomas L. and Mildred (Heathcock) Mitchell. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Thomas, Donald, Robert and Virgil; her sister Linda Crockrell and brother-in-law Charles “Sandy” Crockrell. Doris joined Second Baptist Church of Delaware, Ohio at a young age.  She taught Sunday School...

Keith D. Clark Sr., passed away peacefully at Miami Valley Hospital on October 14, 2019. He was born December 6, 1952 to Clarence E. Clark Sr. and Gertrude I. Clark. Keith was the youngest of four children. He graduated from Darby Township High School, where he played Varsity Football. He received an Associate Degree from Robert Morris College, Pittsburgh, PA. Keith married his childhood sweetheart Paula R. Barnes, from this union two children were born Keith D. Clark, Jr. and Damon M....

Mr. Willie D. Worley age 81 of Dayton departed Monday, October 14, 2019. He is survived by many loving family & friends. 

Leona Howard, age 82 of Dayton, Ohio went to her heavenly home on October 11, 2019. Leona was born August 2, 1937. She is survived by her husband Herman; daughter Kendra; grandsons: Gregory Edward and Christopher; four great-grandchildren.

Geoffrey Louis Barksdale, departed this life and went home to be with the Lord on October 4, 2019 after a brief illness. Geoffrey was born January 13th, 1982 by the unity of his parents Norman L. & Theresa Barksdale. Geoffrey was a graduate of Colonel White High School, class of 2001 and attended Central State University. Geoffrey was employed by Clarion Hotel Suites-Fairborn. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church and very active in several ministries growing up. Geoffrey was...

Emma “Louise” Brown was born on June 28, 1941, to Mittie Bell Woodruff and Ernest Wilson in Coffeeville, MS, and later raised by her mother and stepfather, Clay V. Freeman, in Water Valley, MS. Louise graduated Valedictorian of the Davidson High School class of 1961, and moved to Dayton, Ohio the same year to be with her husband, Walter Lee Brown (deceased). While in Dayton, Louise worked for NCR, the Hobart Corporation, and finally retired from Delphi Harrison Thermal Systems...

Rev. Hubert C. Marsh Sr. was the son of John and Lottie Marsh, born January 1, 1923 in Laurel, Mississippi the oldest of eight. He departed this life peacefully surrounded by family Monday, October 7, 2019. After marrying in 1942, Reverend Marsh moved to Ohio where he remained a resident until his death. Once in Ohio he planted roots in the community and joined Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church where he was a member for 62 years. While he was a barber at Brown Hospital at the Veterans...

Randall L. Phelps departed this life October 6, 2019. He attended Central State University. He was previously employed in Cad/Cam Design. Preceded in death by father James Phelps; grandparents Claude & Gladys Chattams, Jim & Minnie Phelps. Survived by mother Annette Phelps; siblings Paula & Donna; other loving family and friends

Bruce Anthony Davis, Sr. was born on March 4, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio to Hubert and Brenda Davis. He gained his wings to be with the Lord on October 3, 2019. Bruce was a very caring person. He always kept a smile on his face and told a great joke or two. He was very well known for his successful career as a Broadway star, singer, dancer and actor. He was widely known for his appearances in the plays Chicago, Damn Yankees, The High Rollers and All That Jazz. He graduated from The Edward...

Earlean Janetta Blackwell, passed away peacefully in the presence of her devoted daughter at Miami Valley Hospital North on October 2, 2019.  Earlean retired after 27 years of federal service with Wright Patterson Air Force Base and the Dayton VA Medical Center, following her husband’s illness.  Earlean worked another 13 years at H&R Block in the Northwest Plaza.  Earlean was a lifetime, faithful member of Zion Baptist Church, the oldest black Baptist church in...