Obituaries

Jun 15, 2020

Alfonso White was born November 11, 1939, to the late Ned and Minnie B. White in Toomsuba, Mississippi. He was a long-time devoted member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church where he served on the Deacon Board, Senior Usher Board, Bus Ministry, and The National United Church Association of Ohio. Deacon White was called home to be with the Lord...

Jun 14, 2020

James D. Ferguson II "Jimmy" passed away June 14, 2020.  Born August 21,1969  in Barberton, Ohio he was a graduate of Barberton High School Class of 1988. He served 4 years in the US Army serving Kuwait. James was last employed with City of Barberton. He was a member of St. Ashworth Temple COGIC.

He is preceded...

Jun 14, 2020

Margaret E. Mathews left this earth peacefully on Sunday evening, June 14, 2020 at the age of 73. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Delores Junius; siblings, Richard Powell, Cheryl Junius and Letitia Franklin; daughter, Lena Mathews; and grandchildren, Star and Stan Henderson.  She leaves to cherish her memory children Alia, Syncerae, Harry (Myneke), Sheila,...

Jun 13, 2020

Paralee Watkins Compton transitioned from earth to glory on Saturday, June 13, 2020.  Born on May 9, 1931, to the late Harry Watkins, Sr. and Madeline Watkins, she was blessed to live a vibrant and purpose-filled life for 89 years.

Paralee was a good student who attended the Canton City School District and graduated with honors from...

Jun 12, 2020

Patricia (nee. Carter) Penn, transitioned from this life into Glory on  Friday, June 12, 2020 in Mercy Medical Center.  She was born June 28, 1948 in Troy, Alabama to the union of the late Henry and Ada Mae (nee. Ruffin) Carter.

Patricia was also affectionately called, Pat, Trish, and Tricia by her family and friends.  She was...

Jun 12, 2020

Henry Dunn was born on May 10, 1936 in Lee County, Alabama to the late Glen Dunn and Gertha Dunn Hicks. Henry left his earthly body to join the heavenly choir and his beloved wife of 59 years, Mary Dunn, on June 12, 2020.

At a young age, Henry showed his love for music by playing the...

Jun 12, 2020

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Jun 11, 2020

Peggy (Arnold) Hassan passed away on June 11, 2020. She was a graduate of the South High School class of 1973. Upon completing Lane College in Jackson, TN, Peggy moved to Denver, Colorado were she retired after 32 years of teaching. She leaves to cherish her life; her loving and devoted son, Morgan Ali Hassan; two sisters, Mildred Vernetta...

Jun 11, 2020

Jermaine E. Gaitor went to be with the Lord.  The Lord called another one of his angels home on June 11, 2020.  Jermaine was born on January 6, 1985.

He attended Timken High School, but received his diploma later on in life.  Jermaine was a family man, first and utmost.  He loved his family with the greatest...

Jun 9, 2020

Our community sadly lost a pillar on Monday, June 9, 2020 when Gloria Jean Franklin, age 78, passed away. Gloria retired from ODJFS after 30 years of service and was an active member of Joyful Seniors, Joy Park Federations, E.A.C.H. Theatre Group and served in the community to address neighborhood concerns. She was also an active member of the...

Jun 7, 2020

Heather Marie Hazlett-Smith, born February 6, 1976 in Hawaiian Gardens, California, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 7, 2020 in Canton, Ohio at age the of 44.

Heather was preceded in death by her father Richard Coburn.

Heather is survived by her husband, Danon (Dion) Smith; mother, Donna Coburn; sons, Devin Sr., Corey, Danon...

Jun 5, 2020

Gregory Lee Williams, 31, a lifetime resident of Akron, OH, departed this life unexpectantly on June 5, 2020.  Gregory loved his family and was a devoted father to his children. Gregory leaves to cherish his loving memory, his four children, Italy, Gregory Jr., Cartel and Ayianna; father, Perry (Lisa) Clark; mother, Tracy Williams; brothers, Dana, Perry, Anthonie and Rickey...

Jun 4, 2020

Ty'Leia La'Shore Danyell Junius, 14, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on June 4, 2020. She was born on November 6, 2005 to her loving parents, Jhovonne Taylor and Tywan D. Junius in Akron, Ohio. Ty'Leia is preceded in death by her grandfather, Charles Mayfield and niece, Ka'Niya Wright. She leaves to forever cherish her loving memory,...

Jun 4, 2020

Solomon Justice Jr. was born in Pittsburgh, PA on April 13, 1971 to his parents Annette Justice  and his late father Solomon Justice Sr.  He graduated from Oliver High School on the Northside   of   Pittsburgh where he was enrolled in ROTC during his high school years.  After graduating, Solomon joined the US Navy where he served his country.  After...

Jun 4, 2020

Mary Ellen Collier, age 82, transitioned peacefully on June 4, 2020.  Affectionately called Sister Collier, she was born May 19, 1938 in Siloan, Georgia to the late Fronie and Walter Collier.  As a young girl her family moved to Canton, Ohio.  Mary held various jobs in the    community, one of them being the head cook at the House of...

Jun 4, 2020

Larry Everette Covington, 67, went home to be with the Lord on June 4, 2020. He was born on July 18, 1952 to Everette and Mitzi Covington in Akron, Ohio. He worked for the City of Akron for 35 years. He enjoyed going to the camp ground, spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and playing card with his...

Jun 3, 2020

Phillip E. Stanley, 70, passed away on June 3, 2020. Homegoing service will be held on Friday, June 12, 2020 at 12:00 Noon at Rhoden Memorial Home 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, Ohio 44306 where family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until time of service.

Condolences may be sent to 2246 12th Street SW Akron, Ohio 44314....

Jun 3, 2020

Diane Louise Sanders 63, passed away on Wednesday June 3rd, 2020.   She was born July 10th, 1956 in Alliance, Ohio to the late Mary Alice (Shipman) Baker and Lucius Baker Sr.  Raised by the late Daisy Eva Estelle McDew and James Lee McDew.

In addition to her parents, Diane is preceded in death by sisters, Eva Edwards,...

Jun 3, 2020

Janie "Ruth" Vaughn was born on August 21, 1936 to Claudia and Paul Jackson in Millidgeville, Georgia. Her family relocated to Ohio at a young age. She attended Barberton High School where she met Raymond Vaughn, Sr. They wed in 1956 and 7 children were born in their union. Ruth worked at Barberton Citizens Hospital, retiring after 35 years...

Jun 2, 2020

Patricia Ann Adams, 67, departed this earthly life on June 2, 2020. Celebration of life will be held, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 2:00 PM at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306, where the family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until time of service.  Interment at Great Lakes Cemetery in Joliet, IL on Saturday, June 13,...