All Obituaries

Frances Roberta (Vinson) Smith, was born April 23, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio. The daughter of the late John Henry and Emma Louise Vinson, Frances graduated from Marion Franklin High School and later worked as a Culinary Chef and managed a popular downtown restaurant. She also worked as a Head Cook at Isabel Ridgeway Nursing Home and later as a state employee at The Ohio State University. Frances enjoyed knitting, motor cycle and race clubs. She enjoyed working puzzle books, shopping, getting...

CARL NAPOLEON SMITH was born on June 23, 1966, in Sylacauga, Alabama to the late Carl Tracy and Rosa Pearl (Jones) Smith.  He was one of four children born into this family.  After finding work in Cleveland, OH, the family packed up and made Cleveland their home.  Carl received his education in the Cleveland Public School system.  He graduated from East Technical High School in 1984.  He left Cleveland right out of high school and began...

Freddie (Fred) Reynolds was born March 6, 1954, in Birmingham Alabama, to Clarence and Dewilder Reynolds. He was called home from this earthly life Monday, February 8, 2021 at The Ohio State Medical Center. Fred was very free spirited and family oriented. He loved to laugh and have a good time. He enjoyed good company and watching Westerns. He was a gentle giant who loved sweets and good music (His favorite group was The Temptations). Fred graduated from East High School and retired from...

Margaret Lee Ferrell, age 80, was called home on February 7, 2021. Visitation 9AM and Life Celebration 10AM Friday, February 12, 2021 at Columbus Christian Center 2300 N. Cassady Ave. Interment, Glen Rest Estate. Arrangements entrusted to SMOOT FUNERAL SERVICES, 4019 E. Livingston Ave., Cols., OH. 614-444-1463. www. smootfuneral.com.  MASKS ARE REQUIRED

Sunrise 11/30/1972       Sunset1/31/2021 Ronald Anthony Crowder affectionately known as “Tone" was the only child of James and Patricia Crowder. He was born and lived in Columbus Ohio. Tony attended and graduated from South High School in 1991. During his sophomore, junior and senior years he was an active member of Alpha Esquires. He also attended Clark-Atlanta University. He worked in collections and accounts receivable in managerial positions    He...

Tamara Renee Shelton was born on May 2, 1968 in Columbus, Ohio to Claunetta Shelton and William Prillerman. She graduated from Independence High School in 1988.  Upon Graduation, Tamara, (aka Tammy) was employed various fast food restaurants and department stores. She was a hard worker who never allowed her disability to prevent her from succeeding in life. She received employee of the month as a result of her work ethics. Tammy was a loving, kind-hearted, and fun person.  She...

Wesley G. Scott, 67, transitioned to his heavenly home after a long illness on January 28, 2021. Family will honor him with a PRIVATE memorial February 1, 2021at 12 PM.  In lieu of flowers due to COVID-19,contribution, correspondences can be sent in care of Smoot Funeral Services, 4019 E. Livingston Ave. Columbus, Ohio, 43227, 614-444-1463 MASK, SOCIAL DISTANCE STRICTLY REQUIRED.

Gary “O.G.” Mosley, age 63, was called home on January 25, 2021. He is predeceased by parents, Julius and Loretta Mosley; siblings, Julius, Jr. and Joseph Mosley; brother -n-law, Michael Alston. Left to cherish his memory, daughters, Sherry and Tomika Denby; grandchildren, Sherrecka and Kaysia Denby and Ezara Lipscomb; siblings, Donna Mosley, Patricia Alston, Lorainne Mosley, Sharon (Tim) Harlin, Alice Mosley, Fred Mosley, James Mosley, John Mosley, Eddie Mosley, and Joshua...

Willene Williams, age 89, went home to be with the Lord January 24, 2021. Home-going Celebration 11AM Monday, February 1, 2021 at Eagle Rock Church, 6810 Blacklick Eastern Rd., Pickerington, OH. Family will receive friends 10AM until time of service. Interment Dayton National Cemetery, 4400 W. Third St., Dayton, Ohio 45428. 614-444-1GOD (1463). MASKS ARE REQUIRED

Evangelist Johne M. Nichols, age 84, went home to be with the Lord January 24, 2021. Life Celebration 10AM Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Macedonia Baptist Church, 492 Oakwood Ave. Family will receive friends 9AM until time of service. Interment Evergreen Cemetery, 1401 Woodland Ave. Arrangements entrusted to SMOOT FUNERAL SERVICES, 4019 E. Livingston Ave., Cols., OH. www.smootfuneral. com, 614-444-1GOD (1463). MASKS ARE REQUIRED.