Obituaries

Aug 14, 2020

Laura Johnson was born to Rudolph Johnson and Billie Johnson on January 6, 1972 in Cleveland, OH.

She is survived by son, Darius Johnson; daughters, Diamond and Destiny McMillan; brothers, Malcolm (Nicole) Cannon and Steven Cannon; grandchildren, Karymen Johnson, Cartel Johnson, Dakota Morris and Takiyah Morris; aunt, Clarice Flinn; special cousins, Tiffany Campbell, Keith Campbell and Kimberly...

Aug 14, 2020

Frances Carolyn Boulden passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2020. She was born August 6, 1948 in  Roanoke, Virginia, the youngest daughter of Harry Kent Vaughn and Katherine Sue Beaver. She was preceded in death by her only daughter Dana Noelle Boulden and her oldest brother Harry Lee Vaughn. She attended Floyd County (VA) high school and then graduated...

Aug 9, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for KAREN S. STEELE. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 8, 2020

Myron L. Austin, Sr., kicked off his life on September 18, 1959 in Barberton, Ohio. Myron was inducted into the Heavenly Hall of Fame at the age of 60 on August 8, 2020. He was born to Nemar Austin and Mary E. Moorer. He was a huge football fan and his favorite team was The Kansas City Chiefs. Myron...

Aug 7, 2020

Darlean Lynette Harbin-Griffin (Nette), 57, was born on April 26, 1963 and went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2020. She is preceded in death by two of her brothers, Lebaron and Anthony Crawford; grandparents, Cecil Harbin (Ruby), Jerlean Brunson (O.C.) and Lillie Bell Moorer (Jerome); father, Benjamin Moorer and grandson, Amillion Rumph. She leaves to...

Aug 6, 2020

Crystal M. Starks, 58, gained her heavenly wings on August 6, 2020.  She was a lifetime resident of the Akron community. Preceded in death by parents, Benjamin John Wesley Starks and Dorretha Starks, she leaves to cherish her memory, sons Darnell & Derek Starks; siblings, Wendy (Greg) Hullum, Monica and Trejon (Troy) Starks; uncle, Michael (Jackie) Lawson and special...

Aug 5, 2020

Jackie (Jacqueline) Hilliard went home to be with the Lord, on August 5, 2020. The daughter of the late Chester Hilliard and Louise Pipkin, Jackie was a lifetime resident of Akron and was employed by Summit County Job and Family Services for 30 years.  Jackie brought joy, love and laughter to all who knew her.  She leaves to cherish...

Aug 3, 2020

Renee Junius passed away on August 3, 2020. She was a lifetime resident of Akron and was loved by all who knew her. Seated in death by her mother, Ellise and brother Edward Johnson. She leaves to cherish her loving memory children, Antonio "Muff" Junius, Tywan "Mooch" Junius and Lakeya Junius; favorite granddaughter Shanay and favorite grandson Jontel "Fatty";...

Jul 29, 2020

Gladys Mae Burton Gibson peacefully transitioned to heaven on July 29th, 2020. The daughter of the late Robert Lawrence and Vivian Butts Burton, Gladys was born in Akron, Ohio. After high school she worked as an elevator operator at the YMCA while attending Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska. During WWII she paused her pursuits of higher education and went...

Jul 29, 2020

Robin L. Robinson, Jr., 38, departed from this earthly life on July 29, 2020 and will be dearly missed. A Funeral Service will be Friday, August 7, 2020, 3:30 PM and the family will receive friends from 2:30 until the time of service at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306. Condolences may be sent to the...

Jul 29, 2020

Terrence L. Cobb, 58, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2020 after a long illness.  He was a life long resident of Akron, OH, born March 15, 1962 to Madeline Cobb and Richard Dubose.  He attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from North High School.  He worked in the Akron community in many different fields for over 30 years, in...

Jul 29, 2020

On Wednesday morning, July 29, 2020 Mr. Roland Harris, Jr. transitioned into Heaven. Mr. Harris was born on February 4, 1927 in Camden, South Carolina to Estelle Evans and Roland Harris, Sr. He was employed at Youngstown Sheet and Tube in Campbell, Ohio for 41 years. He was united in marriage to the former Lucille Little in 1952 and...

Jul 27, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for ISAIAH O. HEARD. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 27, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for BERNITA S. STEVENSON. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 27, 2020

On Monday, July 27, 2020 Fredrick "Freddy" Hall's sunset for the  final time.  After an extended first time. Born in Canton, Ohio on November 25, 1943, Freddy was raised by Leila Williams and grew up in a wonderful family in Waynesburg, Ohio.  After graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he attended basic training and advance...

Jul 27, 2020

Bobby Joe Higgins went home to be with the Lord on July 27, 2020. He was born in Canton, Ohio on January 2, 1956 to the late Dovie Higgins and Frank Liolios. He attended Harford Junior High and McKinley High School. He worked various jobs including achieving the top salesman award for Kirby Sweeper Company and was Manager of...

Jul 25, 2020

Ander Lee Haley, Jr., 53, affectionately known as "Booney" to family and friends, departed from this earthly life on July 25, 2020 in Zanesville, OH. A Memorial service will be held, Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 4:00 PM and the family will welcome friends from 3:00 P.M. until time of service at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH...

Jul 25, 2020

Eddie was born to Leanna and Edward, Sr. on January 25, 1953 in Akron, Ohio.  He attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from Central-Hower High School in 1971.  Eddie attended the University of Akron, majoring in Drafting and Engineering.  He soon left college and jumped into the workforce.  He began his career working at the family owned business, Mr. Pantry.  ...

Jul 24, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for GLORIA KAY LEE. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 23, 2020

On Thursday, July 23, 2020, after a long, brave battle with kidney disease, Veronica Ann Adams, went home to be with the Lord at the age of 49. Veronica was born on June 1, 1971, to the blessed union of Lorainge and Willia Adams in McKenzie, Alabama. She relocated to Akron, Ohio where she attended nursing school and graduated...