Obituaries

Eddie Lee Ford

May 1, 2020

Eddie Lee Ford, left me here on earth, Thursday, May 1, 2020 at a blessed age of 73.  He was born August 1, 1946 in Mt. Meigs, AL. We shared 30 wonderful years together, time well spent. Babee was preceded in death by his son, Eddie Lee, Jr. (Porky) and mother-in-law, Carolyn Williams, his family in Christ, Mr. and Mrs....

Karl Durwin Smith

Apr 30, 2020

Karl Durwin Smith, dear son, beloved brother, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, went home to be with the Lord on April 30, 2020.  Preceded in death by his father, Coley Smith, Sr., Karl was 68 years old. He was employed for many years at B. F. Goodrich before becoming a machinist at Wright Tools. He will be greatly missed by his...

Helen Lopp

Apr 30, 2020

Helen Lopp, 99, departed from this earthly life on April 30, 2020. A Homegoing Service will be Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 12 PM at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306 , where friends may visit from 11 AM until time of service. Condolences may be sent to 40 E. Lowell Ave., Akron, OH 44310 .

James F. Rice

Apr 30, 2020

James F. Rice went home to be with the Lord on April 30, 2020 at Hanover Healthcare.  He grew up in Massillon, Ohio where he  was a traveling minister in his younger days and owned his own janitorial business.

James is  survived  by siblings, Sherry J. Green of Canton OH, William L Turner Jr, of Houston, Texas,  ...

Charles Patten, Jr.

Apr 29, 2020

Charles Patten, Jr., 81, made his transition on April 29, 2020. He was born on October 27, 1938 in Lorman, Mississippi. He retired from Ohio Operator Engineers. He is survived by children, Charles (Tasha) Patten, Jimmy Patten of Akron, Wanda McConnico of Albany, New York, Anjanise Patten-Brown of Akron and Harriet Spencer of Madison, Mississippi; and a host of...

Mattie Irene Mcgowan

Apr 27, 2020

Mattie Irene McGowan, was born January 2, 1926 in Russellville, AL to the late Tom and Alice Smith.  On Monday, April 27, 2020,  she was call to her eternal home of rest at the blessed age of 94. She confessed Christ at an early age and was a member of Greater Bethel Baptist Church.  She was employed at Bessemer Bottling...

Frank Percy, Jr.

Apr 26, 2020

Frank Percy Jr., age 76, passed away on April 26, 2020.  He was born in Canton, Ohio and severed for his country in the United States Army and lived in this community for a plethora years.

Frank is survived by his siblings : Sandra Raye, Torongie Burkes, Ellis (Willa) Dailey, Terry Dailey,  Dennis (Delisa) Dailey; nieces and...

Christel Crockett

Apr 26, 2020

Christel Dawn Crockett passed away on April 26, 2020.  Christel was born on October 11, 1976 in Alliance, Ohio to Mrs. Alice K. Crockett and the late Mr. Willie J. Crockett.  She was a 1994 graduate of Alliance High School.  Christel studied at Stark State College and worked for the Hoover Company from 1996 until 2006.  She was loving,...

Lois Fortson Mcnab

Apr 26, 2020

Lois Fortson McNab departed her earthly home at age 87 on April 26, 2020. She was born on October 9, 1932 to the late Irene Wiley McNab and Robert McNab. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her grandparents who raised her, Mattie and George (AC) Wiley; husband, Edward Fortson; both parents,...

Richard S. Nesby

Apr 26, 2020

Richard S. Nesby, 55, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2020 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ellen E. Nesby-Duncan, Father Fred Duncan, Brother John Nesby and Son, Micheal Nesby. He leaves to mourn  sisters Belinda, Brandi and Shelly. His brother Lynn Guy. His Children Shawn, Krystal(Tim), Justin,Allysia, Christian,Christina, Constance,...

Christine M. Lanning

Apr 24, 2020

Christine M. Lanning went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2020. She was truly loved by her family. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Willie; and sister, Ruth Ann. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, children, Michelle, Christoper, Willie and Elaine; and brothers, George (Susan) and Lee (Diane).

Earl R. Kidd Iii "Butchie"

Apr 22, 2020

Earl R. Kidd III, 44, went home to be with the LORD on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Earl, affectionately called "Butchie"  was born on July 24, 1975 in Akron, Ohio to Earl and Joydie Kidd. He graduated from Copley High School and the University of Akron. He was employed by Dominion Energy.

Butch was preceded in death by...

Ervis Johnson "Bean"

Apr 21, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for ERVIS JOHNSON "BEAN". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gloria Dean Jackson "Deanie"

Apr 20, 2020

Soldier. Warrior. Ambassador. Matriarch.

Mrs. Gloria Dean "Deanie" Jackson, loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother,  great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend and most of all a warrior for the cause of Christ; entered this earthly place February 25, 1939, and peacefully made her transition on Monday April 20, 2020 in the comfort and care of Novant Health Medical Center...

Raynard Dotson, Jr.

Apr 19, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for RAYNARD DOTSON, JR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

William James Clifford

Apr 17, 2020

William James Clifford, age 80, departed this life on April 17, 2020.  He was born unto the late Sam and Lailure Clifford. In addition to his parents, William is preceded in death by (1) brother, J.V. Clifford and (4) sisters, Sammie Dawson, Jessie Mingo, Lillie Pearl and Evelyn Grafton.  He leaves to mourn his passing (3) sisters, Daisy Truitt,...

Rufus Jackson

Apr 17, 2020

Rufus Jackson passed away April 17, 2020.  He was born October 30, 1926 in Forkland, Alabama to the late Cato and Laura (Redrick) Jackson.  He served inWorld War II.  Rufus loved sports but baseball (Cleveland Indians) was his favorite. He worked at Republic Steel for over 40 years.  Rufus loved and was married for 60 years to the late...

Sarah Lue Taylor

Apr 17, 2020

Sarah Lue Taylor, 94, transitioned and gained her heavenly wings on April 17, 2020. Sarah was born April 9, 1926, to the late Amos and Essie McKenzie. Sarah was preceded in death by loving husband Howard Taylor, son Virgil A. Greer and daughter Mamie L. Blanks. She was loved and will be missed by children Ruby Johnson, Mack L....

Maria Clark-Harris

Apr 16, 2020

Maria Clark-Harris was born on August 3, 1965. She fought a long battle with cancer over the years. April 16, 2020 she was finally able to stop fighting. Maria went to Our Lady of The Elms which she absolutely loved! She also advanced her life at The University of Akron, studying business. Maria was preceded in death by her...

Mariah ("Marie Thorpe") Holiday

Apr 15, 2020

Mariah Holiday also known as Marie Thorpe, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 5, 2020. She was born on July 24, 1919 in Eufaula, Alabama to E. Holiday and Mariah Richardson. Mariah was a member of Greater Bethel Baptist Church in Akron. She is preceded in death by her father, E. Holiday and mother, Mariah...