Obituaries

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...

Jul 23, 2020

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

Jul 23, 2020

Sunrise November 1, 1921 to Sunset July 23, 2020 Bettie earned her heavenly wings early Thursday morning at the age of 98. She was born in Attala, Mississippi and relocated to Canton, OH as a young adult. She remained a resident for 78 years. She is preceded in death by her parents; siblings; and two daughters: Bobbie Jean Foster and...

Jul 21, 2020

The artistic genius, our loving sweet LaKeshia Shyree Charray Gibson passed away on July 21, 2020. LaKeshia was born on May 18, 1985 to Noel Jackson & Leray Gibson in Akron Ohio. She was a visionary and could create impeccable life like pieces of art.  She was a wonderful sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. LaKeshia will be forever etched...

Jul 21, 2020

Ace Darcel Lucas, affectionately known as "Lovie", went home to with his Heavenly Father on July 22, 2020.  This little Angel was born on December 20, 2018.

Ace was a loveable little Angel with an infectious smile and a loving touch to everyone he   came in contact with.  He had such a warm and gentle little spirit,...

Jul 21, 2020

Ronald Ray Pleasant was born in Canton, Ohio on October 6, 1988 to Angela Pleasant and Ronald Ray Sistrunk.  He was unexpectedly taken from us at the young age of 31 on July 21, 2020.

Ronald was a very loving man.  His world revolved around his children and family.  Ronald was such a free spirit, with the...

Jul 21, 2020

Lerlene Brooks, Our Beloved Auntie, departed this life on July 21, 2020. Born on June 20, 1931 in Pinson Tennessee. Lerlene was the 8th child of Obie and Rufus Johnson.  Lerlene later moved to Akron, Ohio and married Jessie Brooks (Decreased). Auntie loved singing in the Mt. Haven Missionary Baptist Church Choir, Sunday School and Bowling.  She was preceded...

Jul 20, 2020

Eloise Simpson was born in Plainfield, Georgia April 5, 1937, to the union of the late  John and Ola Mae Hightower. She went home to be with the Lord on July 20, 2020.

The family relocated to Barberton, Ohio in 1946. A few years later moving to Akron, Ohio, where she met and married Bishop Charles Simpson,...

Jul 20, 2020

Willie A. Edgerson, Jr., 61 was called to the "Upper Room" to be with the Lord on July 20, 2020. He was born February 17, 1959, to the late Willie A. Edgerson and Armanda Edgerson in Birmingham, AL and resided in Akron, OH since 1968.  He dedicated over 20 years of service to Norton Company and was on the...

Jul 19, 2020

David A. Taylor passed away Sunday, July 19, 2020 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born November 24, 1963 to Elton Simpson (Geraldine) and Shirley Daniels.

He worked several jobs before becoming employed by Quality Casting of Orrville, Ohio.  He became a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church. David had a passion for working on cars and...

Jul 17, 2020

Charles E. Williams passed away tragically and  gained his wings on Friday July 17, 2020. He left to mourn his daughter Clarissa (Bruce) Huff of Steubenville Oh. His only grandson Bryce, also of Steubenville, Oh. Whom he was extremely proud and doting.  HIs son Charles E. Williams Jr. of Fairlawn, Oh. Mother Rose Willams, Sisters Penny White, Jane Banks...

Jul 16, 2020

Michelle M. Allen, 65, was called from labor to reward on July 16, 2020. Michelle is survived by one daughter, Twayla and sons, Jesse and Justin. She is the cherished sister of Dr. Franklin and Walter Gerard; grandmother of Tyler, Amaya, Brooke, Eden, Brooklynn, Audrina, and Brynlee; and an aunt to several nieces & nephews. She had a real...