Obituaries

Dec 3, 2020

Eldora L. Grandison-Martinez was called Home on December 3rd, 2020.  She was born in Akron, Ohio to Mary Lee and the late Richard Grandison, Jr.  Eldora attended John R. Buchtel High School and she also attended the University of Akron before she later graduated from Brown Mackie College.

Eldora was a lifetime member of Mt. Haven Missionary...

Dec 2, 2020

Christopher L. Kane, 31, passed away on December 2, 2020. He was born in Akron, Ohio to Mary Ann Kane. He was a member of East Market Street Church of God. Chris was very talented he loved to draw, write and also make art. He loved to spend time with his family. His sons, nieces, nephews were his world....

Dec 2, 2020

Gene Webb was born to John Henry Webb and Avilee Webb on October 28, 1944 in Clemson, South Carolina.  Gene was called home on December 2, 2020.  He is preceded in death by parents: John Henry Webb & Avilee Webb; sister Helen Jackson; brothers Jimmy Webb, and Larry Webb.

He graduated from Barberton High School in 1962. ...

Dec 1, 2020

Raphiel Carter Jr., age 75, went home to glory  on December 1, 2020. He was born May 19, 1945 to the late Raphiel Carter Sr. and Rosie Carter.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers George, Paul, Silas, and Willie Carter, as well as a sister Martha Harvey.

Raphiel...

Nov 30, 2020

Donald "Donny" Carl Oliver , 53, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord November 30, 2020. Donny was born March 13, 1967, an Akron native who attended Buchtel High School (1986). He pursued a career in truck driving mainly because of his love for traveling. Donny was a truck driver for over 23 years and was employed...

Nov 28, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for JASMINE LAKEISHA HOOKS. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 27, 2020

Lucille King, of Columbus, OH stepped into the loving arms of Jesus on November 27, 2020 and our lives will be forever changed. She was born September 23, 1954 in Barberton, OH to the late Evelyn King (Perdue) and Walter King, Sr. She was a member of the National Honor Society and graduated from Barberton High School in 1973,...

Nov 27, 2020

Mother Evelyn Louise Fennell, 92, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on November 27, 2020. Evelyn was the fifth child born on October 4, 1928 in Seguin, TX to Thomas and Marion Fennell. She attended Sam Huston College in Austin, TX.. Mother Fennell was a very active member of the Barberton community where she has lived since...

Nov 27, 2020

Viola (Josephine) Smith Love was born on November 18, 1940 to the late William F. Smith and Luresa Smith in Akron, OH.  From these humble beginnings sprang a lifetime of love relationships, accomplishments and memories.

She was educated in the Akron Public School system graduating from Garfield High School in 1958, were she played 1st chair saxophone...

Nov 25, 2020

Joseph Edwin Woods "Joe, Joey" 68 passed away on November 25, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his sister and niece.

Joe was born on August 19, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to the union of the late Rudolph and Cora Woods.  Joe attended Akron Public Schools until he decided to enlist in the United States Air Force...

Nov 23, 2020

Nannie L. Twitty "Nancy" passed away on November 23, 2020 in Akron, OH.  She was born on October 12, 1941 in Cordele, GA.

She was proceeded in Death by parents Freeman & Wylean Stembridge, Husband Walter Green Sr., and 14 Siblings.  She is survived by children Valerie (Levail) McKinnie, Walter (Rhonda) Green Jr, 6 Grandchildren, 13 Great...

Nov 23, 2020

Donovan Keith Elder, 52, departed this earthly life on Monday, November 23, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Akron, Ohio and lived in the community all of his life. He was employed by GM Freight. Donovan was passionate about fishing and playing the guitar. The love of his life was his son. Donovan was preceded in death...

Nov 22, 2020

F red Davenport, 43, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, November 22, 2020 at his home in Akron, Ohio. Fred was born on October 9, 1977, in Akron, Ohio and was a life long resident.  He will forever be remembered for his beautiful smile and his helping hand. He was truly one of a kind.  Fred loved music and spent a...

Nov 22, 2020

On Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, Fredrick (Fred) Douglass Harkless, loving brother, uncle, friend and colleague, passed away at the age of 71. Fred was born in Birmingham, Ala., on Nov. 1, 1949. He graduated from Bowling Green High School in Bowling Green, Ky., in 1967 and later moved to Canton, Ohio in 1977 where he lived until his passing. Fred...

Nov 22, 2020

Anna departed this life on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the age of 77.  Anna was born May 26, 1943 in canton, Ohio to   Annabelle and Robert H. Carter

Anna was a loving sister, auntie, cousin, care giver to her immediate family and a devoted friend to anyone she placed in her heart.

Anna attended...

Nov 21, 2020

Ronnell Lamont Reed, 48, passed away on November 21, 2020. He was born in Akron, Ohio on August 2, 1972 to Rhonda (Reed) Sherman and Sonny Cannon. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Jeannette and Kenneth Reed. He leaves to cherish his memory, son, Jerico Reed; mother, Rhonda (Reed) Sherman; father, Sonny Cannon; brothers, Rashaan Reed and...

Nov 21, 2020

John Lawrence Echols passed away peacefully on November 21, 2020. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 16, 1935, the sixth child of the late Rev. Wellington C. Sr. And Magnolia (Biggers) Echols. John graduated from Northern High School and attended Lawrence Technological Institute, both in Detroit. John enlisted in the United States Army, serving most of his...

Nov 18, 2020

Irene Dolores Muhammad (Jackson Boyer) , age 81, passed away on November 18 2020. She was born on December 21, 1938 to K V Jackson and Irene X (Barefield), She was the oldest of 9 children. Irene attended South High, where she got her GED in 1963. In 1967 Irene reclaim the Islamic Region. In 1978 Irene received a...

Nov 18, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for MATTIE D. TURNER. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 14, 2020

Barbara Ann Alexander, age 72, transitioned from her earthly home to her glorious heavenly home on Saturday, November 14, 2020.  She was born in Midville, Ohio on January 29, 1948. She was a lifelong resident of Canton, Ohio.

Preceded in death by her parents Ida and James Alexander Sr.; sister, Julie Alexander; brothers, James B. Alexander Jr.,...