All Obituaries

With loving hearts, we celebrate the life of Beatrice Littlejohn, formerly Beatrice Yarbrough, who was born March 11, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio, and peacefully entered eternal rest on February 14, 2026. A woman of remarkable strength, kindness, and spirit, Beatrice’s life was a beautiful reflection of love, resilience, and joy. Known for her warm heart, sharp mind, and feisty personality, she touched countless lives with her genuine care and uplifting presence. She had a deep love for ...

Rashidd Eugene Douglas, Sr., was born on June 21, 1977, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Patricia Ann (Stennis) and the late Robert Eugene Douglas. From an early age, Rashidd embraced his faith, accepted Christ, and practiced the Catholic faith. Growing up in the Lee Harvard area of Cleveland, he attended Benedictine High School, where he graduated before continuing his education at the Ohio State University and Cleveland State University. Rashidd was known for his excellent communication skills, ...

Her devoted family will continue to cherish her memory.

Mrs.Niya Malikah Nesbitt was born on December 18, 1976, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Charles and Claudia Walker, who raised her with unconditional love and support. Both parents and family encouraged and nourished her independent and creative spirit. Niya accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Fifth Christian Disciples of Christ Church under the leadership of Reverend Timothy James. Niya attended the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland Schools and proudly graduated from Regina High ...

   Fred Dennis Richmond Jr. was born May 15th, 1963 in Cleveland, Ohio to the union of Fred Sr. and Clara Richmond. While attending Shaker Heights High School he was active on the varsity track team, football team, Tai Kwon Do, and a little league baseball team.    Fred earned his B.S. degree from Baldwin Wallace University, after attending Cleveland State University Fred chose to become a frat brother so he decided to join Phi-Beta-Sigma for the active frat ...

With sadness, we announce the passing of poet, editor, composer, music theorist, and intellectual Russell Atkins at the age of 98. Russell died peacefully in his bed at the Algart Nursing Care Center in Cleveland, Ohio on the morning of August 15. To his friends and students, Russell Atkins was a first citizen in Cleveland’s poetry scene, a center of gravity for Cleveland’s avant-garde and African American cultural communities, a teacher of workshops at Karamu House and ...