Robert Christian Desalles Yates Jr., beloved father, husband, son, brother, coach, mentor, friend, and child of God, was born on September 10, 1984, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Loria L. Martin and Robert Yates Sr. Rob was raised in a tight-knit household alongside his brothers, Damian, Ryan, and Diondre. From a young age, he developed a …
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Joyce Derrickson, who left us on April 2, 2026. There will be a memorial service honoring and celebrating Donna Derrickson at her church, Jonas Temple COGIC, located at 10623 Lee Avenue, Cleveland Ohio 44106 on Saturday April 18, 2026 from 5:00PM until 6:30PM
Norma Jean Cunningham was born September 11, 1937, in Oberlin, Ohio to the late Leander and Elizabeth Lawson. She was the youngest of two daughters (Delores Francis Eastin) born of that union. As a teenager, Norma Jean was active with the Rust United Methodist youth group, and spending most of her days with her Grafton …
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Regina Celestine Veronica Proctor-Godfrey was born the first of 9 children to Eugene and Arcelia Proctor. She was educated at OLPH elementary school in Washington and public high school. As the oldest child she was loving and caring and also firm and authoritarian. She followed her parents’ instructions to make sure her siblings were safe …
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Ethel Estella Moss-Morrison, age 71, passed on April 1, 2026
Obituary Kameika Lakeisha Bruce March 10, 1982 – March 31, 2026 Kameika Lakeisha Bruce was born on Wednesday, March 10, 1982, in Kingston, Jamaica, to the union of Wade Bruce and Beverene Brelba. From an early age, Kameika embodied warmth, determination, and a vibrant spirit that would touch countless lives. She attended school in Jamaica …
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Ezra Alia Merritt was born completely healthy on January 6, 2024, to her amazing parents Eris Merritt (Thomas) and Anthony Merritt Jr in Cleveland, Ohio. She was loved dearly and affectionately known as Ezzy. Ezra Alia was God’s Helper, a Princess Warrior and a Wiggling Worshipper. She was a precious gift from God. To know …
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Bryon Douglas Turner Sr. was born October 29, 1954 in Cleveland, Ohio to Richard and Pauline Turner who preceded him in death. Bryon graduated from Glenville High School while living with Aunt Theresa Graham to work with Willie Moore in his grocery store in the Mt. Pleasant neighborhood. At his mother’s encouragement, Bryon relocated to …
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Brenda J. Rogers, age 68, passed away March 22, 2026…..
Mr. Roger Lee Calhoun was born December 28, 1944, in Morgantown, West Virginia, to Eugene and Anna Snow Calhoun. From the very beginning, Roger made history — he was the first African American baby born at the hospital. On March 30th, 2026, at the age of 81, Roger was peacefully called home to be with …
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