James Simmons was born September 3, 1923, in Whitesville, North Carolina to the union of Abraham and Florence Simmons.  He departed this life after a short illness on Thursday, January 20, 2022. James proudly served in The United States Army receiving the "PURPLE HEART METAL".  He enjoyed spending countless hours sharing stories of his time in World War ll.  James was a faithful member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church for over 60 years serving as a board trustee. ...

On Wednesday, January 19, 2022 after a brief illness, our beloved Diane Washington went to be with the Lord.  She was born on June 2, 1953 to the late Louis and Emma Washington in Canton, Ohio. Diane attended Timken Vocational High School, graduating in Cosmetology and became one of Canton’s best beauticians.  Diane was baptized at a young age at Mount Olive Baptist Church.  She attended Sunday School, Bible Study, and sang in the Junior Choir and later in the Mass...

Donovan A. Clay, 21, passed away on January 19, 2022.  Donovan was born on April 22, 2000 to Regina Clay.  He graduated from the Akron Public School System. He was preceded in death by his uncle Pete Brown, aunts Betty Brown and Collette Clay, brother Marlon Senter, and sister Tuesday Senter. Donovan leaves to forever cherish his memory his mother Regina Clay of Akron, OH; son, Adonis DeJournett-Clay; fiance', Shawnneice Mosley both of Akron, OH; brothers, Desmond (Brianne)...

Joshua Adam Bennett, age 31, has gained his heavenly wings.  Joshua was born to Robin Jordan Webber on December 10, 1990, but was adopted and raised by his grandmother Mary D. Bennett in Canton, Ohio. Joshua was known to many as Cupp A Dolla, Cup, Dolla Bill and some even called him Bart.  Joshua was baptized twice in his earthly life, once when he was 7 years old as a member of    Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church and just last month Joshua rededicated his life to the...

Fawntella was born in Akron, Ohio on May 20,1971 to Pamela Cook. She grew up in Akron, graduating from the Akron Public School System. She continued her education going on to further her education by obtaining a degree at The American Academy of Professional Coders and a B,A. in Health Administration at The University of Phoenix. She taught medical billing and coding at Harrison College in Grove City, Ohio. She was employed at Optum United Health Group at the time of her passing. Fawn, as...

Marion  Conner, Sr. was born on October 11, 1940 in Canton, Ohio to James Conner and Bessie Mae Brown. Marion was always very athletically inclined showing great skill in swimming, basketball and track. He attended Canton City Schools; graduating from McKinley Senior High School in 1960 a member of the football and track teams. After graduation, he enlisted in the Army National Guard. Later he married his high school sweetheart Emma Jean Osborne on November 29, 1961. They had four...

Eddie Gene Beasley “Pee Wee”, age  64, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday,  January 12, 2022.  He was born on October 11, 1957.  Eddie was a  proud member of the U.S. Army from 1974-1981.  Eddie graduated from John F. Kennedy High School.  He also graduated from Akron University with his Bachelor’s       Degree.  Eddie was a proud team member of Akron UMADAOP for 13 years as a counselor, where he...

LaMonte P. Parker, 51 passed away on January 12, 2022. 

Marylou Beverly Tanner departed this life on January 12, 2022. She was born to the late Ruth Tanner in Oneida, New York on April 7, 1931. Marylou came to Canton in 1951, where she retired from Danner Press after 30 years.   Marylou loved to knit, crochet, do crossword puzzles and had a passion for reading. She loved to play cards and was undefeated in spades. One thing that can definitely be said, is spending time with family was very important to her. She was preceded in death by our...