Obituaries

Aug 7, 2019

Karrtel Eugene McGowan aka "E" or "Juice" was born August 19, 1990. Born to the union of Jennifer J. McGowan and Ernest McGowan. His father later reunited in marriage with Camille Wise/McGowan when Karrtel was at the age of five, when his mother passed away. Karrtel loved his children, Karrtel Jr. and Kontrell Jeremiah Deshown McGowan. Karrtel is preceded...

Aug 5, 2019

Patricia Louise Griffin ("Patty Dukes") was born June 29th 1941 to the late Edward Floyd Ford and Alice Louise Hawkins in Kent Ohio. She went home to be with The Lord August 5th 2019, at the blessed age of 78.   "Patty Dukes" was FULL of life, laughter, love, AND EXCITEMENT! She strongly loved every single one of her family...

Aug 5, 2019

Barbara Pettiford gained her heavenly wings on Monday, August 5, 2019 at the blessed age of 81. She was born Oct. 14, 1937 in Montgomery, AL to Mack and Louis Turner and had lived in the Akron community for over 50 years. She had been employed by Jack Horner's Restaurant and retired from Western Reserve Hospital. She is survived...

Aug 4, 2019

Robert Burnett passed away on August 4, 2019.  He was born to Alberta and Henry Brooks May 4, 1934 in Montgomery, Alabama.  At the age of 16 he moved to Canton, Ohio, where he worked at   Canton Malleable for many years.  He was one of the best mold makers in Canton.  Robert retired from Franklin Brass. He was known...

Aug 4, 2019

Pearl Mable Woods, departed from this earthly life on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at the blessed age of 96.  She was Born July 12, 1923 in Chattanooga, TN, the youngest of 10.  She was a nurse by profession and was retired from St. Thomas Hospital and was a dedicated member of Wesley Temple A.M.E. Zion Church. Pearl was preceded...

Aug 3, 2019

Arthur Lee Tate, 71 passed away on August 3, 2019 surround by his loved ones. He was a member of North Hill Community Baptist Church and the Zulu Motorcycle Club.  He is survived by his wife, Mandell Tate; sons, Kenneth Carey and Ramsey; three sisters, four brothers and a host of other family and many friends.

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Aug 2, 2019

Markeeta S. Clark, 36, gained her heavenly wings on August 2, 2019 and will be sadly missed.

Condolences may be sent to 417 Bellevue Ave., Akron, OH 44320.

Aug 2, 2019

Marcus T. Jackson, 64, passed away on August 2, 2019. He was born on February 20, 2019 to Eddie and Charlene Jackson. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Rodondo Jackson and Eddie Lee Terry. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, wife, Victoria Towns-Jackson; son, Marcus Jackson Jr., brothers, Reginald, Brian, and Rodney Jackson;...

Aug 1, 2019

James McGowan, 88, passed away on August 1, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Rhoden Memorial Home.

Jul 30, 2019

David Y. Johnson passed away July 30, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to the family in care of the funeral home.

Jul 30, 2019

Demond Wilson, Jr. went home peacefully to be with the Lord on July 30, 2019. He was born on October 28, 1993 to Demond and Tanika Wilson. He is survived by his parents; one brother, Daytwon A. Wilson, Sr.; grandparents, Joe and Yvonne Small; great grandfather, Earl L. Thomas; one nephew, Daytwon A. Wilson, Jr., and a host of...

Jul 30, 2019

Joseph Wayne Webb was born on August 26, 1962 to the late Edward Webb and Jorene Webb in Moulton, Alabama.  He was a high school graduate and became a member of  The Church of Christ at an early age. He enjoyed fishing and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his father Edward Webb and brother Anthony;...

Jul 28, 2019

Bernice Hannon was born in Skelton, West Virginia, to the proud parents of Ernest Whitlow, Sr. and Hattie Whitlow.  Bernice was a graduate of STRATTON High School.  Upon graduation, Bernice moved to New Jersey where she worked at a local candy shop.  In 1951, Bernice returned to West Virginia where she then married Thomas E. Hannon, Sr., the two...

Jul 26, 2019

Alonza Alexander, at the age of 95, still got down on his knees to say his daily prayers.He passed away quietly on July 26, 2019. He was born April 8, 1924 to the late Mary and Alonza Alexander Sr. in Crawford County, Georgia.

Alonza was a long time resident of Akron Ohio, he worked at Firestone (Bridgestone ...

Jul 23, 2019

Eloise Chatman answered the call of her Lord and Savior peacefully on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. She was born on October 29, 1943. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother she cherished her family and friends and loved spending time with them at amusement parks and family reunions. She also enjoyed playing bingo and cooking. Eloise was often the life...

Jul 23, 2019

Deacon Alcee Butler, Sr - Obituary

Alcee Butler, Sr., age 89, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday morning, July 23, 2019 following a short illness.

Deacon Butler was born in Wesson, MS on August 16, 1929 to the union of the late Henderson Butler and Sarah Miller-Butler. He completed 12 years of...

Jul 23, 2019

Eddie took God's hand on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. Eddie Williams Sr. was born on June 9, 1927 in Milledgeville, GA to the late Ruth Ross and Croft Williams. He graduated from high school in Milledgeville, GA and joined the Army, serving six years during the Korean War. Eddie then married the love of his life, Annie Laura and...

Jul 22, 2019

Lovie Lee Smith Jr. age 70 passed away July 22nd, 2019. He was born July 31st, 1948 in Clio Alabama to Orie Mae Smith and Lovie Lee Smith Sr.  In addition to his parents, Lovie Jr. was preceded in death by brothers Roy Smith, William Smith, sisters Ola Smith, Annie Eunice Smith and special friend Jimmie Lee Burks Sr. ...

Jul 20, 2019

Stewart Anthony Jones, 56, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 20 after a long illness.  His suffering is over and eternal life has now begun in the presence of God.

Stewart was a 1980 graduate of John. R. Buchtel High School.  He also attended and graduated from a security training program.

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Jul 19, 2019

Aaron D. Clopton passed away on July 19, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to 2213 6th St Akron, Ohio 44314.