Obituaries

May 14, 2019

MARY LOUISE BURKS,  born in Hamilton, MS on June 24, 1933, gained her heavenly wings on May 14, 2019, at the blessed age of 85. She was former First Lady of Faith Cumberland Presbyterian Church and a member of Anathoth Missionary Baptist Church. She is survived by sons, Gregory (Judge Emmanuela) Groves, Reginald (Brenda) Groves, Darryl (Francine) Groves and...

May 12, 2019

Went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2019, after a brief illness. Born on February 27, 1963 to the late Roosevelt Jefferson and Ila Stinnett. She was born and raised in Mansfield, OH and received her education from Mansfield public schools. Tracy loved to care for her children, work, and spend time with family and friends....

May 12, 2019

Nigel Jackson, affectionately known as "Mileboy Mac", age 22, passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2019 at Aultman Hospital.  He was born in Detroit, Michigan to James Williams and Nikki Jackson-Thompson. Nigel was extremely talented and passionate about his music.  He had a special love for his family, especially the little ones. Nigel is preceded in death by his...

May 11, 2019

Thelma Gregory, 92, departed this life May 11, 2019.  She was born  February 12, 1927 to the late Claudie and Roshell Sharp in Massillon, Ohio.

Thelma resided in North Canton, Ohio and was a retired librarian from Timken High School.

In addition to her parents, she joins in Heaven her children Adrian Gregory and Sheila...

May 6, 2019

Althea Jeanne (Roper) Wright, 69, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, May 6, 2019. Jean was born on October 1, 1949 to Clinton and Claudette Roper in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduate form Central High School. Jean retired due to illness, last working with the Akron Public School system. Even though she had...

May 4, 2019

Paulette Devett Vinson, 57 was born October 29, 1961 and departed this earthly life May 4, 2019 She was the only daughter born to 'Ruby Vinson, who preceded her in death.  She was raised by her grandparents, Columbus and Adell Vinson, and they too preceded her in death.

She attended Akron Public Schools and worked at Rubber...

May 1, 2019

Mrs. Luliree Montgomery passed away, May 1, 2019 at the blessed age of 90. She was born in Lamison, AL to the late William and Sadie (Gardner) Perkins.  She was united in Holy matrimony to the Late Tom Montgomery in Akron, and was blessed with children, the late Janice Marie Montgomery and Tommy Mongtomery aka Priest Thaahwam.   She loved...

Apr 30, 2019

I Walked With God

My Walking Partner….Walking at His Pace and in His Direction

In the cool of the day…….

From the sweet union of Stafford Booker and Lucille Stivers, God spoke and on February 21, 1924, Raymond Booker became a living soul.

At the age of 95, God spoke again...

Apr 28, 2019

Nora M. Parnell, 70, departed this earthly life on April 28, 2019 after an extended illness.  She was born in Yantley, AL and was a long time member of the community. She was a member of Zion Temple Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her son, Lewis Parnell, Jr., she leaves to cherish her memory, children, Terry (Carla), Jerry...

Apr 28, 2019

Larry Williams a devoted and loving Christian, husband, father, son, brother, uncle and  friend, transitioned from earth unto Glory, peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on               Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland Ohio at the age of 67.

Larry Williams was born on October 31, 1951 in Canton Ohio to Ms. Iphigenia Smith...

Apr 27, 2019

Jacqueline Richardson was born August 14, 1951 in Birmingham, Alabama to Alex Richardson and the late Mable Canada.

Jackie was formally educated in Cleveland, Ohio where she received her Associates Degree in Computer Technology. She was a member of a bike club and loved to cook and take care of children. Everyone knew that she was a...

Apr 26, 2019

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Apr 25, 2019

Sheron A. Thompson-Stokes, went home to be with the Lord on April 25, 2019.  She was born on September 14, 1955 in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Nathaniel and Betty Thompson. Sheron graduated from McKinley High School. In the words of her eldest son, "She was strong, she was loving, she was caring, she was a provider for a...

Apr 24, 2019

Anthony Eugene Moore, 65, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 24, 2019.  Anthony was born in Akron, Ohio on December 31, 1953 to Roosevelt Moore Sr. and Mildred Moore (Morton). Anthony will join his beloved family members in heaven who proceeded him in death. His parents, Roosevelt and Mildred Moore; his beloved...

Apr 24, 2019

Johnny Lee Johnson , 68, gained his heavenly wings on April 24, 2019.  He was born November 11, 1949 in Yantley, AL and lived in the Akron community a number of years. He joined the U.S. Navy and served for 6 years, honorably discharged after a disability. John Lee was preceded in death by his brothers, Melvin Earl and...

Apr 24, 2019

PASTOR WARREN PRESTON CHAVERS, DDiv Warren Preston Chavers, I., age 67 of Canton entered into eternal glory on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Canton, Ohio on April 22, 1952 to Lloyd Sr. and Marjorie (Earley) Chavers. Warren was raised to serve and love the Lord. He received the call of salvation while sitting...

Apr 19, 2019

Melissa Claridy, 46, a resident of Kent OH, departed this earthly life on April 19, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Patrick and mother, Patricia, she leaves to cherish her memory, sons, Patrick, Kyle, Mason and Brandon; father, Ulysses;  sister, Candice;brother, Aaron and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Condolences may...

Apr 19, 2019

Juanita Davis, 71, born in Cleveland, passed away April 19, 2019 in Akron, OH.

Condolences may be sent to 130 E. Lods St., Akron, OPH 44304.

Apr 18, 2019

Patricia Joseph Cohen, 65, went to be with the Lord on April 18, 2019. She was a lifetime resident of the Akron Community and retired from Summit Plastic. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend, who enjoyed spending time with her family. Preceded in death by parents, Robert Joseph, Sr. and Elizabeth Harper and two sisters, Yvette...

Apr 17, 2019

Rodney J. Dudley, "Doug", was born January 9, 1954 in Roanoke, VA.  and passed away on April 17, 2019 after a brief illness.  He attended school in Roanoke, VA and later moved to Cleveland, OH and finished school there and remained a member of that community.  He worked for John Fletcher Remodeling Co. for many years and also worked...