All Obituaries

LORAIN – Lisa Ann Jones (nee: Blakely), 56, who was born to Theodora and Olliewood Blakely on October 21, 1962 in Lorain, Ohio passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018, at St. Augustine Health Campus in Cleveland, OH, following a lengthy illness. She was a beloved wife, who was loved dearly by her husband Alphonso Jones, a mother, grandmother, sister, niece, aunt, cousin and friend Mrs. Jones graduated from Admiral King High School in 1980. She later received an Associate of Science...

Bonnie Rae Capers, 79 of Elyria, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at University Hospital – Elyria Medical Center after a long illness. The memorial service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 11 am at Impact International Ministries of Ohio located at 630 Nelson Street in Elyria. Pastor Tommie Harris of Impact International Ministries of Ohio will be officiating. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Carter Funeral Home. Bonnie Rae...

  Mother Jean Halliburton, 81 departed this life following a lengthy illness on November 4, 2018, surrounded by her children and close family members. Born in Elyria, Ohio, Mother Halliburton graduated from Elyria High School in 1954. Before his passing, she was married to Harvey D. Halliburton for 42 years giving birth to four children. The Halliburton’s were one of the first Black-owned businesses on the south end of Elyria, Ohio operating a pick-up station for Jack Knight Dry...

  Michelle ‘Nell’ Burnett 62, of Lorain, went home to be with Lord on Thursday, November 1, 2018. She was born in Chattanooga, TN spending most of her life in Lorain. Nell as she was fondly called, was a member of New Bethel Primitive Baptist Church, where she served as a member of the gospel ensemble, gospel unity, mass choir, kitchen committee and pastors’ aide or wherever she was needed. She was employed as a Teller for Lormet Federal Credit Union, a Salvation Army...

Dora Anderson 80, of Lorain, was called home to eternal rest after a long exhausting fight. God embraced her in his arms and took her in. Dora took her last breath on October 28, 2018. She was born in Luverne, Alabama to Mae L. (Madison) and Fulton Phillips. Mrs. Anderson moved her family from Illinois to Ohio where she eventually became a member of Greater Christ Temple for over 25 yrs. She enjoyed gardening, sewing of which she always tried to teach sewing classes to those willing to...

Stanley Paul Yancey 62, of Lorain, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 at his home. He was born October 28, 1955 in Lorain. He graduated from Admiral King High School and joined the military. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 20 years. After retiring from the service, he worked at the Morning Journal for many years. He will be sadly missed by his sisters: Brenda Lewis and Patricia Jones and a brother: Tim Howard. Friends may call  Monday, November 5, 2018 at...

Indria ‘Star’ Starlisa Watkins-Williams, 38, of Lorain went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2018. She was born in Elyria, coming to Lorain 11 years ago. Mrs. Watkins was a Homemaker and a member of God’s Kingdom Church. She enjoyed cooking, especially loved decorating for all the Holidays’ and special events. She also loved doing her hair, nails and make-up! She is survived by her husband: James E. Williams of Lorain, her daughter: Rayishiea C. Smith, sons:...

Obituary Deborah “Debbie” Ann Williams, 54, of Lorain passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loved ones. Debbie was born April 16, 1964 in Newark, New Jersey. She was raised in Lorain, Ohio and attended Lorain City Schools. Debbie loved spending time with her family and friends. She would always make sure her guests left with a full heart and full bellies. She was always helping and serving those around her. Debbie enjoyed traveling,...

Warren Noble Warren Noble (51) of Lorain died on Monday, October 8, 2018 in the Mercy Regional Medical Center, Lorain following a long illness. He was born in Lorain, Ohio. His hobbies were drawing, watching movies and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his children, Christina, Shaniqua, and Brittney Noble, Quanishia and Ira James all of Lorain; seven grandchildren; mother, Mary L. Noble of Lorain, Ohio; siblings, Annie (Victor) McAlister, Margaret (William)...

Cynthia Johnson, 63 of Elyria went home to be with the lord on October 7, 2018. She was born in Detroit, Michigan and was raised in Oberlin, Ohio and came to Elyria, Ohio, when she became an adult. She graduated from Oberlin High School and was a long time member of Second Baptist Church of Elyria and an active member of the gospel choir until her illness. Cindy enjoyed singing and shopping. She was very proud of her grandchildren and loved spending time with family.  She was...