Obituaries

Jun 23, 2020

Robert Lee Smith went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.  He was born February 17, 1955 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Fred and Bessie Smith.

Robert accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior at an early age and was a member of St. James AME Zion where he sang with...

Jun 22, 2020

CAROLE A. TERRELL, 75, gained her heavenly wings on June 22, 2020 and will be truly missed. Home Going service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2020, 12:00 PM at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306, where family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until time of service. Interment, Glendale Cemetery.  Condolences may be sent 986...

Jun 22, 2020

She transcended  to the afterlife  on June 22 2020 at the age  of 33.  Born in Canton Ohio on August 10th 1986 at Aultman hospital. She lived in in the city for several years and moved to Massillon in 2018.

She was a loving mother to her 6 children: Destiny Perrin,  Aliyah Perrin,  Raven Perrin, Ashaud Perrin,...

Jun 21, 2020

Arthur "BB" Johnson, Jr. walked up the Stairway to Heaven on Father's Day June 21, 2020 at the age of 77. He was born on February 20,1943 in Akron, Ohio to Lillian and Arthur B. Johnson Sr. "BB" attended Akron Public Schools and joined the Army in 1961. Successfully completing Basic Combat, Airborne and Military Justice. He also was awarded...

Jun 21, 2020

DeRock Rios, 30, of Akron, OH, formerly of Canton, Ohio passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020. DeRock was born in Youngstown, Ohio to Joy Lynn Proctor Rios on April 19, 1990. He was raised by his maternal Aunt, Joan M. McCollough (of Canton, OH). He graduated from Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio and went on to graduate...

Jun 20, 2020

Damion J. Davis, 31, departed this earthly life on June 20, 2020. Funeral service will be held, Monday, July 13, 2020, 12:00 PM at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101, Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306, where the family will recieve friends from 11:00 AM until time of service. Pastor Jonathon B. Turner, Eulogizing.  Interment, Glendale Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to...

Jun 20, 2020

Tarice Latrae Sanders Jr., aka Jr., 27, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 20 th , 2020. He was born on July 19 th , 1992 in Canton, Ohio to Tarice Latrae Sanders Sr. and Latisha Dillon.  He graduated from McKinley High School and enjoyed playing sports. Jr. was an old soul who loved everything about being a father....

Jun 18, 2020

Robert L. Hood Sr. was born in Columbus, Georgia to the late James and Marie Hood.  He worked at Orville Ohio.  He then went on to Republic Steel, finally retiring from Diebold in 1976.           In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by (4) sisters, Ida Mae Hunter, Julia Curtiss, Jean Martin, Christine Copeny; (3) brothers, Alton...

Jun 17, 2020

Michael Wayne Stevenson, 70, passed away on June 17, 2020. He was born on Akron, Ohio on August 21, 1949 to Robert Walton and Joyce Stevenson. Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents; grandson, LeMichael and LeMonte Stevenson; and four siblings. He leaves to forever cherish his loving memory daughters, Leeuna Stevenson, Angela Brown of Texas,...

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...