Obituaries

Dec 4, 2019

Michael Dwayne Williams departed this life on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.  Michael "Mike" was born December 12, 1955 in Canton, Ohio to the late Bud Jr. and Warnette Williams.

Mike graduated from McKinley High School and briefly served in the United States Marine Corps.  Mike accepted Christ as his Lord and    Savior at an early age.  He...

Dec 2, 2019

Edward Lee Johnson aka "EJ the DJ" departed this life unexpectedly on Monday, December 2nd, 2019 at his home.  Born January 15th, 1958 in Brent, AL to the late Walter Johnson Sr. & Queen Ester Johnson.  Also proceeding in death late Sister Ester Johnson.

He graduated from McKinley Senior High School in 1976.  He became a member...

Dec 1, 2019

Anthony Wayne Paul, 55, passed away on December 1, 2019. He was born on August 11, 1964 to Robert and Loretha Paul, Sr. He was known for his sharp style of dressing. He loved to travel, fancy cars, and his family. He attended Garfield High School. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Loretha Paul Sr.,...

Dec 1, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for WILLIE D. HARPER. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 30, 2019

Paul Williams, 67, passed away on November 30, 2019. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 11:00 am at Rhoden Memorial Home 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, Ohio 44306 where family will receive friends from 10:00 am until time of service. Elder Candice Allen, Eulogizing. Condolences may be sent to 536 Fernwood Dr. Akron, Ohio 44320....

Nov 30, 2019

Melvin Wayne Peters, 64, went home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to 1112 Mercer Ave Akron, Ohio 44320.

Nov 28, 2019

Yvonne "Vonne" Cara Edmunds was born on February 25, 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio and was called home to be with the Lord on November 28, 2019 in Akron, OH at the age of 58.

Yvonne accepted Christ early in life. She was a member of Church of God M.P.G.T. and an active participant of Pavilion of Praise....

Nov 28, 2019

Condolences may be send to 978 5th Ave Akron, Ohio 44306.

Nov 28, 2019

Robert L. Ray, Jr.  "Roach"   59, passed away on November 28, 2019. He is preceded in death by parents, Robert and Carmilla Ray, Sr. and three siblings.

Nov 25, 2019

Telah Matthew Watson, 24, departed this earthly life on November 25, 2019. He was A lifetime resident of Akron.

Nov 24, 2019

Eddie D. Lewis lll, 46, passed away on November 24, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to 546 N. Walnut St. Ravenna Ohio 44266 .

Nov 24, 2019

Laymond J. Jackson, 65, beloved son, best friend and loving father, gained his heavenly wings November 24, 2019. He attended South High School, was an avid sports lover and a Diehard Browns fan.  He was a sharp dresser, never met a hat he didn't love and was care free and kind hearted. He retired from Meyer Tire Co.  Preceded...

Nov 16, 2019

Dannikia C. Davis (Dannie) went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Dannie was born on April 29, 1981 to Daniel and Cherylalyn Davis and grew up in Akron.  After graduating from Central High, she attended the University of Akron earning her BA in Family and Consumer Science and Master of Science in...

Nov 16, 2019

Deacon John E. Dorsey, 87, passed away on November 16, 2019. Deacon John was born on December 27, 1931 in Americus, Georgia to the late Jessie and Sallie Dorsey, Sr. He was a member of Unity Holiness Church of God in Christ where he was an active Deacon. He was also a member of the UAW Local #420 and...

Nov 15, 2019

Donna Lynn Hill- Moore, age 59, departed this life on November 15, 2019.  She was born on November 30, 1959 to the late DeLee Hill and Zebedee Freeman.

Donna was  a proud veteran of the United States Armed Forces where she earned achievements as a marksman and an airborne  soldier.  She also earned degrees from Stark State...

Nov 15, 2019

Auletti DeLane Brown Sr. departed this life peacefully on November 15, 2019.  He was born on October 12, 1956 to the late Lawrence Brown Sr. and Marva jean Lewis Chambers.

Auletti attended Canton City Schools for four years, where he was a proud leader of the Canton McKinley Band, serving as the lead drummer.  He accepted Christ...

Nov 13, 2019

Sandra Kaye (Davis) Hill, was born in Dover, Ohio, January 20, 1949. She was the fifth of six children born to the late Charles and Mattie L. Davis. Accepting Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age. Sandra was baptized at the First Baptist Church, Dover, Ohio under the pastorate of Rev.Laswell. She sang in the children's...

Nov 11, 2019

Charlie Randolph Nation, Jr., 31,  was born April 19, 1988 to Coila and Charlie Nation, Sr. in Akron, OH  where he remained a life time resident  until he departed this earthly life on  November  11, 2019.

Charlie attended Akron Public Schools. He was musically talented and made numerous videos.

Preceded in death by grandparents, Georgia...

Nov 10, 2019

Gladys Bozeman, 75, departed this earthly life on November 10, 2019, surrounded by her family.. She was born June 28, 1944 in Little "Rock, AR.  She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Hammel Actual Business School. Gladys retired from Kent State University after 30 years of dedicated service at the Dept. of Pan-African Studies as Admin. Assistant. She was...

Nov 8, 2019

TOGETHER AGAIN WITH GWEN

Sylvester McDaniel Jr. "SYL" passed away on November 8, 2019. He was a longtime resident of the Akron community. Syl retired from Akron Equipment and he was a member of Unity Holiness Ministries Church of God in Christ. He is preceded in death by his wife Gwen and two brothers, George and Fred...