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Diane Tyus Obituary

TYUS Diane D. Tyus, age 55, went home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2011. Predeceased by parents Charles Ellis and Louella Harris, daughters Tracy Harris and Porsha Tyus. Survived by husband, Ullman J. Tyus; children, Bubby Taylor, Jay and Otis McCarey, and LaShawn (Malicke) Holloway; brother, Jerry (Warrenetta) Curtis; sister, Danielle Harris; grandchildren, Robert, Tiarra, ShaVaughn, and Dreangelo Harris, Tyricke and Dorian Holloway, and Jehmias McCarey; great-grandchildren, Shakiyah, Robert, Jr., TaLeah, Chad, and Quincey; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Homegoing Celebration 1 p.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church 2100 Aberdeen Ave. Family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until time of service. Pastor Charles Williams, officiating. Interment Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to SMOOT FUNERAL SERVICES 614/444-1GOD (1463). Monique L. Smoot, Funeral Director www.SMOOTFUNERAL.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 9 to Oct. 10, 2011.

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Vickie Houston

March 10, 2024

Diane I´m missing you down here

Lesslie (Niki) Harris

October 4, 2012

You will always be in my heart - RIP auntie

LaShawn Holloway

October 26, 2011

Missin you mom. Hug and kiss my sisters for me. I Love yaw.

Danielle Harris

October 10, 2011

Rest in peace Big Sister! I will miss you dearly!

Nicole Harris

October 10, 2011

I'm sending this message with my deepest sympathy to all of you (my family) back in Ohio. To my aunt Diane, I will cherish the fun & funny memories of all the times we spent together. I know you're in a better place now - I love you & may your spirit RIP.



Niki

Tracey Yates

October 10, 2011

My prayers n sincere condolences go out to the family. Diane was a dear friend and will be missed. God bless!

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