Timothy "Tim" Carter Sr.
Apr 21, 2026
Timothy Allen Carter, Sr., born on August 9, 1966, in Lima, Ohio, passed away on April 21, 2026, at St. Rita's Medical Center. His departure marks the end of a life defined by service, dedication, and the quiet strength that touched the lives of those who knew him.
Tim was a proud veteran who served honorably in the Army, embodying the...
Rev. Frank Chilton
Apr 16, 2026
Rev. Frank Chilton was born December 21, 1928 in McRoberts, Kentucky, to Harvey and Rosetta Chilton. He grew up in a large family alongside his siblings Robert, Thomas, Douglas, James Eugene, Sadie Mae Adams and Edward.
He and Electra Verna Coleman began corresponding as pen pals in the late 1940s, and he married her on May 31, 1949. Together, they built...
Lovie Dillingham
Apr 16, 2026
Lovie Shaniece Dillingham, 45, of Lima, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 4:38 a.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima.
Lovie was born on December 30, 1980, to the late Ronald Steven Dillingham, Sr. and Shirley Pinn, both of whom preceded her in death. She was the youngest of her family—the baby—and held a special place in...
Kathey C. Smith
Apr 16, 2026
Kathey C. (Thomas) Roberts-Smith, age 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16th, 2026, at 12:10 p.m. at The Springs of Lima. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 2nd, 10:30 a.m. at Philippian Missionary Baptist Church in Lima, Ohio.
Early Life
Kathey C. Smith was born on May 1, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, to Harvie Thomas Sr. and Cynthia Siggers....
Bruno Vallon
Apr 15, 2026
Bruno Vallon, age 34, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 10:42 a.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.
Bruno was born on August 19, 1992, in Haiti to Valeus Vallon and Nosta Clervoyan Herman. He will be remembered for his presence in the lives of those who knew him and the connections he maintained with family and...
Martha Mae (Harris) Burton
Apr 15, 2026
Martha Mae (Harris) Burton, age 74 passed from this life on April 15, 2026, at 5:30 a.m. at Aftercare of Canal Winchester in Canal Winchester, Ohio.
Martha was born in Lima, Ohio, to the late Lee Poland Martin and Fannie Mae (Stewart) Harris, who both preceded her in death. She was a devoted mother, sister, and friend who touched many lives...
Mary M. Curry
Apr 11, 2026
Mary Maxine Curry, age 64, peacefully made her transition on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 4:02 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio.
Mary was born on October 15, 1961, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Murley (Wireman) Hughes and Eugene S. Hughes, who preceded her in death. At a young age, Mary was lovingly adopted by John L....
Clara Lee Bankston (McDaniel)
Apr 10, 2026
Clara Lee Bankston, age 90, peacefully transitioned from this life into eternity on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 12:07 p.m. at her residence, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.
Clara was born on February 7, 1936, in Florence, Alabama, to the late Frank and Madgie Lee (Turner) McDaniel. She was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life,...
Jeffrey Alan Godsey
Apr 4, 2026
Jeffery Alan Godsey, age 71, was born on November 9, 1954, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late James L. Ward and Shirley A. (White) Godsey, who both preceded him in death. Jeffery peacefully transitioned from this life to eternity on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at his residence.
For more than 43 years Jeffery built a legacy of love and togetherness with...
Emma Lee Shurelds
Apr 2, 2026
Emma Lee Shurelds, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 8:28 p.m. at her residence, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.
Emma was born on June 30, 1942, in Belzoni, Mississippi, to Emzer and Willie Ann (Leonard) Shurelds Sr., who both preceded her in death. She dedicated 30 years of service as an assembly line worker...
Faaiuga Sopo Penaia- Arrick
Mar 20, 2026
Mrs. Faaiuga Sopo Penaia-Arrick, age 69, passed from this life into eternity on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 12:58 p.m. at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center.
Faaiuga was born in American Samoa on August 24, 1956. She was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family and creating a loving home. A woman of deep faith,...
Johnnie Ruby (Clemmons) Tolbert
Mar 19, 2026
Mrs. Johnnie Ruby (Clemmons) Tolbert, age 82, was ushered into Heaven on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 5:18 p.m. at Lima Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Johnnie was born on October 23, 1943, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, to the late Johnny and Erther (Sibley) Clemmons, who both preceded her in death.
On July 23, 1976, Johnnie was united in marriage...
Clark Dukes
Mar 16, 2026
Mr. Clark Dukes, 65, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Clark was born on July 24, 1960, in Lima, Ohio, to James Sr. and Catherine (Ward) Dukes, who both preceded him in death.
Although Clark had no children of his own, he lovingly raised three of his great-great-nephews, Daviontae, DeMontae, and DaJore, who were very dear to...
Carolyn Ann Jackson (Lyle)
Mar 15, 2026
Mrs. Carolyn Ann (Lyle) Jackson, age 75, peacefully transitioned on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at The Ohio State University.
Carolyn was born on January 28, 1951, to the late Frank L. Lyle and Ethel L. Parham, who both preceded her in death. On May 4, 1974, she was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life, Gay E. Jackson....
Gloria Shurelds
Mar 11, 2026
Ms. Gloria Shurelds, age 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 10:52 a.m. at Cleveland Clinic.
Gloria was born on July 19, 1958, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Willie and Easter (Evans) Smith, who both preceded her in death.
Gloria was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was defined by compassion, faith, and service. She...
Linda Kay Polk
Mar 8, 2026
Ms. Linda Kay Polk, age 70, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2:43 p.m. at Lima Memorial Hospital in Lima, Ohio.
Linda was born on March 22, 1955, to the late Tom and Stella (Carthon) Polk. Both parents preceded her in death. She lived a life centered on family, community, and kindness toward others.
Linda was active in neighborhood and...
Edward Martin "Big Red" Jones
Mar 6, 2026
Edward Martin “Big Red” Jones departed this life on March 6, 2026, at the age of 88, with his loved ones by his side at Springview Manor in Lima, Ohio. He was born on October 18, 1937, at St. Rita Medical Center in Lima, Ohio, to Harriet E. Harriston and Jesse Willard Jones.
He spent his early childhood in Lima before...
Frederick Herman Ramsey
Mar 3, 2026
Mr. Frederick Herman Ramsey Sr., age 86, of Lima, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 1:55 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center.
Frederick was born on January 17, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, to Theodore Ramsey Sr. and Dorothy (Vaughn) Ramsey, both of whom preceded him in death.
Frederick was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent 30 years...
Cheral LaTerice Russell-Beard
Feb 22, 2026
Cheral LaTerice Russell-Beard, 56, passed peacefully from this life into eternity on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 8:03 p.m. at Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.
Born on May 22, 1969, Cheral was the beloved daughter of Floyd Russell of Lima, Ohio, and Clara Mae (Brown) Russell, who preceded her in death. Cheral’s life was rooted in love for her family...
Rosetta "Rosie" Cannon (McLellan)
Feb 18, 2026
Rosetta “Rosie” Cannon (McLellan), a shining beacon of love and strength, departed this life on February 18, 2026, at the age of 78, with her beloved family by her side at Northside Hospital Gwinnett in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Born on August 3, 1947, in Durant, Mississippi, Rosie was the beloved daughter of James C. and Virginia (Brown) McLellan, both parents proceeding...
