Obituaries

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,...

Jun 1, 2020

Ms. Linda D. (Nicey) Henderson, 61, passed away on May 10, 2020 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born in Akron, OH on April 21, 1959 to Morris Christian and Lillie (Christian) Hyde. She was employed at AGMC for over 30 years and will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her. She is proceeded in...

May 31, 2020

Eddie Lee Lenzy Sr., 78, of Canton, Ohio was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 31, 2020. He was born on April 9, 1942 in Dale, Arkansas to the union of Hezekiah and Annie Ruth Lenzy. Eddie relocated with his family to Canton, Ohio in 1946. He attended Trump Elementary School and Canton South...

May 30, 2020

After an extended illness, Carrie Bell (Lee) Tarver, M.Ed., 74  entered eternal rest on May 30, 2020, at her Bainbridge Township home. She was born on July 10, 1945, in Enterprise,  Alabama, to the late Louis and Mary (Thompson) Lee. Seeking opportunities not available  in a segregated South, her family moved to Malvern, Ohio. She would often recall fond ...

May 30, 2020

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

May 30, 2020

"George Wayne Stevens " Georgie ", son of the late father Herbert Stevens, and mother Neverda. George was born December 29, 1954 in Evergreen Alabama. At the age of 38 he professed his faith in Jesus Christ, and was baptized and received the precious gift of the Holy Ghost with the evidence of speaking in tongues as the Spirit...

May 28, 2020

Olivia Renee Brown, age 57, transitioned from this life on Friday, May 29, 2020 in Aultman Hospital after a brief illness.  She was born June 8, 1962, in Canton, Ohio to the union of the late Charles Brown Sr. and June Lynette Brown (nee. Hill).

Renee, as she was affectionately called, was educated in the Canton City...

May 27, 2020

Steve Lipkins, age 63, passed away May 27, 2020.  Steve was born May 9, 1957, in Canton, Ohio to the late Shelly and Katherine (Jones) Lipkins.

A lifetime resident of Canton, Steve graduated from McKinley High School in 1976.

In addition to his parents, Steve is preceded in death by his siblings:

Rossie...