Obituaries

Sep 11, 2020

Antonia DeCarlos Turner, 44, gained his heavenly wings on September 11, 2020.  He was a life long resident of the      Akron, Ohio community.

Antonio had a wonderful disposition and enjoyed all type of sports . He enjoyed his career as one of the best Caterer's around, primarily working for Akron Women's City Club.

Preceded in...

Sep 11, 2020

Sara J. Maske bid farewell to this life on Friday, September 11th. She was born on July 28, 1958 to Hurley Jack Shearer and Sarah Jane Hayes. Her birthday was a significant date to her because her mother and namesake had a birthday three days later. Sara loved unconditionally and deeply. If she cared about you, it felt special...

Sep 11, 2020

Carrie M. Sanders "Madear" was called to her Heavenly home on September 11, 2020.  She was born September 7, 1924 in Forkland, Alabama to the late Eli   Haywood and Charlotte Blump.

Carrie was an excellent cook.  She put "Love" in her cooking.  Carrie worked for many years at Breteans in the Mellet Mall.  She loved cop stories,...

Sep 11, 2020

Mr. Jeffery (Jeff) Young, 62, quietly departed this earth on Friday, September 11, 2020 after a battle with cancer. Jeff was born September 23, 1957 in Alliance, Ohio.  He was the second son born to the late Arthur Lee and Juanita Whitehurst Young. After attending West Branch High School in Beloit, Ohio, Jeff searched for an adventure.   He later joined...

Sep 9, 2020

Mable Louise (Turner) Thomas, age 93 was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi to the late James and Lillie Turner on July 29, 1927. She departed this life and gained her heavenly reward on September 9, 2020 following an extended illness.

Mable accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of St. Paul AME Church for over...

Sep 5, 2020

Mrs. Wendy Ann Stallworth (Wilder) was born in Canton, Ohio on May 26, 1972. She is the daughter of Fred and JoAnn Wilder Sr.  Who also birthed 3 other children, son, Mr. Fred Wilder Jr. Of   Jacksonville, FL., and daughters, Mrs. Monica L. Porter (Wilder) of Canton, Oh. and Adreona Wilder of Jacksonville, FL.

Wendy graduated from...

Sep 5, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for PATRICK J. MERRITT. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 5, 2020

ROBYN S. RICHARDSON Robyn S. Richardson, 28, passed away September 5, 2020. She was a lifetime resident of the Akron, Ohio community, a graduate of Garfield High School, class of 2010 and worked as a Home Health Aide.

Condolences may be sent to the family c/o Rhoden Memorial Home.

Sep 4, 2020

Zelma Kennerly, affectionately known as "Mrs. Fox " to family and friends, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2020.  She was born in Cleveland, OH on March 13, 1933.

Zelma worked at Hawthornden State Hospital, but she is best known as the co-owner of the Bottom's Up and Ken's Lounge.

Zelma had a feisty, fun-loving...

Sep 1, 2020

William L. Jacobs, Sr., 64, passed away on September 1, 2020. He was born on May 23, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to William L. Rogers and Lillian Jacobs. William started a non-profit organization called the Problem Youth Program (PYP). William is preceded in death by his father, William Rogers; mother, Lillian Tucker; wife, Violet Jacobs; daughter, Deslah Smith (Duckworth);...

Sep 1, 2020

Gerald R. Carter was born on July 28, 1953 in Akron Ohio to Vaughn and Mary Threatt. Gerald peacefully transitioned  surrounded by family, September 1, 2020 .

Gerald was a graduate of Buchtel High School, class of 1972 and he started his spiritual journey at Stone Deliverance Evangelical Temple where he served under the leadership of the...

Aug 31, 2020

Nathaniel Flowers went home to be with the Lord on August 31, 2020.  He was born to Shady Flowers and the late Lillie M. Woods.   Nathaniel loved to cook, and was an avid sports fan.  He was a die-hard Cleveland's fan.  Nathaniel enjoyed spending time with his family and will be deeply missed.

In addition to his...

Aug 31, 2020

Brenda Joyce Backie-Boykin, went home to rest with the Lord on Monday, August 31, 2020.  Brenda was born October 27, 1947 to the late Calip and Carole Backie.  She was a graduate of McKinley High School. Brenda retired from The Hoover Company after 32 years of service, and from Canton City Schools (Gibbs Elementary) after 11 years of service. ...

Aug 30, 2020

Leon Marlon Motley, 47, passed away on August 30, 2020. He was born on January 8, 1973 in Akron, Ohio to Leon Hodge and Joann Motley. Leon leaves to cherish his loving memory wife, Dedosha Motley of Mansfield, OH; daughters, Najaray, Arrion and Shamyla Motley; step-children, DeJonte Johnson, Edward Morton, and Jayda, Jayne & Jeffrey Hullum; parents, Joann Motley...

Aug 30, 2020

Betty Benson was born in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Ben and Jamie Benson. To this union seven children were born and Betty was the youngest.

Betty married the love of her life Robert Goodgame, and to this union five children were born.  Betty was a hard working mom and a fun loving person with a great...

Aug 29, 2020

Jerome Dante Christian, affectionately known as "Boota", made his peaceful transition to his heavenly home on August 29, 2020 where he loved to be most at home and with family. He was born June 18, 1977 to Cynthia Christian and the late Jerome McDade.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerome McDade, grandmother, Bernice Christian,...

Aug 27, 2020

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Aug 20, 2020

George Delano Wright, age 75, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 20, 2020.  George was born May 4, 1945 in Utica, N.Y. to the union of Elester and Ophelia O'Neal (nee.) Wright. He was the 6th of 16 children.

George received his formative education through the Utica, N.Y. City School system and graduated...

Aug 20, 2020

Bessie Mae Young was called home by her heavenly father on August 20,2020 in the comfort of her home after an extended illness. Bessie was born on April 22,1946 in Webb, Mississippi. Bessie was a graduate of Washington High School and was member of the Washingtonian choir. After high school, Bessie attended college at Kent State University while working...

Aug 19, 2020

Gregory Allen Harris passed away August 18, 2020 at Western Reserve Hospital.  He was a lifetime resident of the Akron community and served in the United States Army.  Greg is survived by his daughter, Cynthia Mack and brother, James (Delores) of Akron, four grandchildren and special friend Shelley Mack.

Condolences may be sent to the family at ...