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Margaret Henderson
May 11, 2026
Margaret Henderson, 93, was born on November 4, 1932 in Hollandale, MS to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ed and Carlene Jenkins. She relocated to Canton, OH. She was a hard working mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She gave 17 yrs of service to Blairs in Downtown Canton. She also worked in the local Timken Mercy Hospital.
She was a great...
Sandy Williams Jr.
May 8, 2026
Sandy Williams, Jr., “Sandman," 80, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Born in 1945 in Akron to Sandy Sr. and Mary Williams, he was their third child and eldest son. He lived on the East Side all of his life.
Deeply devoted to his family and friends, he looked out for and supported his siblings, extended...
Christine Ruggs
May 8, 2026
Christine Ruggs was born on April 9,1934, in Macon Georgia, to the late Charlie and MaeBerta Shoates. She was the fifth of eleven children and was lovingly raised in a large family filled with faith, strength, and resilience.
In 1950, Christine moved to Akron with her family, where she attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from East High School. On May...
Wilson Trevillion, Sr.
May 7, 2026
Wilson Trevillion, born on March 29, 1942, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026. Throughout his 84 years, Wilson lived a life marked by quiet dignity and steadfast dedication to the values he held dear.
While details of his professional and personal journey remain private, those who knew Wilson remember him as a figure of calm strength and unwavering resolve. His...
Mildred Amelia Mendoza
May 6, 2026
With loving memories and grateful hearts, we celebrate the life of Mildred Mendoza, who touched countless lives through faith, service, and love for family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, church member, educator, and friend whose kindness and wisdom will never be forgotten.
Mildred enjoyed many simple pleasures in life. She loved reading, working crossword puzzles, baking zucchini bread, and...
Melody V. Grant
May 5, 2026
Melody Yvette (Berkley) Grant, 63 of Akron, Ohio passed away on May 5, 2026, surrounded by family.
Melody was born on December 10, 1962, in Akron, Ohio to Serita (Berkley) Robinson and Dorlan Vaughn.
She graduated from Central Hower High School in 1981 and married her high school sweetheart Bryant (B Love) Grant. After graduation she was accepted into Hower Fur Business...
Lloyd L. Provitt II
May 3, 2026
Lloyd “Dooter” Provitt II, born October 3, 1997, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew him.
Lloyd was a talented athlete who attended Garfield High School and had a deep love for basketball, football, and swimming. He was a devoted fan of the Baltimore...
Yvette R. Ruiz
May 2, 2026
Obituary: Yvette ReNee Ruiz, age 57, was called home on Saturday May 2nd, 2026. She was lovingly known as “Vette” and was born on February 3rd, 1969 in Akron, Ohio, a daughter to Lolita Carmenina Ruiz and Gene Autry Taylor Sr.
We celebrate the life of the beloved Yvette, a woman whose spirit was as beautiful as she was. Encapsulating the...
Lynnette L. Miller
May 2, 2026
Lynnette Lavonne Miller passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, after a short illness. She was 80 years old.
Born on April 22, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, Lynnette was the beloved daughter of Charles (“Chuck”) and Gladys Miller. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Josephine Lytle; her brother, Lenard Miller; and her devoted life partner, Charlie Boykin.
Lynnette...
Lavern M. Miller
May 2, 2026
Lavern M. Miller, born April 4, 1963, was the youngest of five siblings. Proceeded in death were her Mother, Katherine Miller, father Climmy Miller, Sr. and Sister Sandra Miller Wright.
Surviving her passing are her Sibling Climmy Miller Jr. of Charlotte NC.(Jenny) Deceased Robert Miller (Yolanda) Akron, OH and Jacqueline Miller James (Dennis) Jersey City, NJ. 3 Nieces Martika Miller Johnson...
Kathleen M. Hopson
Apr 30, 2026
Family and friends, we mourn the loss of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Kathleen Michelle Hopson was born June 25, 1955, to Christine and Clarence Moore in Akron, Ohio.
Kathleen attended Akron Public Schools. She enjoyed the simple things in life, gardening, watching Judge Judy while devouring her Church's Chicken, coleslaw, and please don't forget the...
Gerald E. Spear Sr.
Apr 29, 2026
Gerald E (Jerry) Spear Sr. was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, great-great grandfather and friend who departed April 29, 2026.
He was born March 8,1941 in Akron, Ohio. He served his country in the United States Army and was a military veteran.
He enjoyed fishing, gardening, talking trash and enjoying life with family and friends.
He is preceded in...
Linda N. Blanks
Apr 26, 2026
Linda N. Blanks 72, peacefully passed from this earthly life on April 26, 2026. Born on November 18, 1953, In Akron Ohio to Walter L. Blanks Sr. and Juanita L. Blanks. The only daughter of 7 children.
Linda enjoyed her game shows and a "good" Cowboy movie any day. She loved music, dancing and hanging with family.
Preceded in death by her...
Harriet B. Milbry
Apr 24, 2026
Harriet B. Milbry passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, strength, and joy. Harriet was a woman who embraced life fully, bringing laughter, kindness, and wisdom to all who knew her. Her vibrant spirit, loving heart, and unwavering devotion to her family will be remembered always.
She was a cherished mother to her...
