John Henry Massengale Jr.

John Henry Massengale Jr. — known and loved by everyone as “Junie” — was born on March 6, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John Henry and Inez Massengale. The fifth of eight children, he grew up surrounded by family and never really stopped living that way. After high school, John was selected for the military …
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Willie Anthony Hodges

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Willie Anthony Hodges, a cherished husband, son, and friend, who departed this life on March 16, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on October 26, 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio, Willie was a steadfast presence in the community and a dedicated professional in the …
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Gyneather Burns

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Gyneather Burns, aged 78, who departed this life on March 11, 2026, in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Born on March 27, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio, Gyneather was a beloved daughter of this community and a cherished mother to her son, Walter Burns. Gyneather dedicated her life to her …
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Earnest Nelson Moore Jr.

Earnest Nelson Moore Jr was born October 29th, 1946. To the late Ella Louise (Darden) Moore. Father Earnest Nelson Moore Sr. Earnest was born in Springfield, Tennessee. At a very young age Earnest and his family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio. Earnest accepted Christ at an early age. Ernest also attended Cleveland Public Schools. Where he …
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Gregory D Hayes Bey Sr.

Celebrating the Life of Gregory D. Hayes-Bey Sr. A Loving Companion, Father, Grandfather, Brother, and Friend Gregory D. Hayes-Bey Sr. was born on July 8, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the union of the late Mr. Elmer Hayes and Mrs. Christine Hayes. On March 8, 2026, Greg transitioned from this earthly realm to his eternal …
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Terry C. Florence Sr.

Terry C. Florence Sr. was born on March 22, 1957, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Odis Florence Sr. and Esther Florence. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and one brother. Terry graduated from Shaw High School in 1975, and from that point on, he left an unforgettable mark on everyone …
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Mario E. Sims

Mario E. Sims, age 58, passed on February 26, 2026

William Leroy Wright

William Leroy Wright, 75, of Euclid, Ohio, passed away on February 21, 2026, at the David Simpson Hospice House in Euclid, Ohio. William was born on June 21, 1950, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to William Wright and Janie Mae Wright (nee Williams). He will be remembered for his sharp sense of humor, his gift for …
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James Arthur Boyd

James Arthur Boyd, lovingly known as “PeeWee” to his family and “Jim” to his friends, passed away on February 18, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on September 2, 1945, in Stanton, Tennessee, to the late Martro Boyd and Ezell Boyd, James was raised in a close-knit community grounded in faith and family. At …
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Avunt’a Lachelle Bimbo

Avunt’a LaChell Bimbo, lovingly known as April, was born on April 30, 1988, to Andrea Bimbo and Wade Holloway. She was a proud big sister to Philip Morris, a loving granddaughter to the late Dorothy “Dott” Lewis Bimbo, and a cherished auntie, niece, cousin, and friend. April shared a sustaining and abiding bond of love …
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