Obituaries

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...

Apr 14, 2019

Lenora Kay Smith was born on February 13, 1957 to Vernon Allen Tuck and Ernestine Tuck in Canton, Ohio. Lenora departed this life and answered the Father's call on April 14, 2019 surrounded by loving family. She was preceded in death by her father and her brother, Mark Tuck Sr. Lenora was joined in holy matrimony with her husband...

Apr 14, 2019

Sarah E.  Gulley (Munchie)  entered her eternal rest with the Lord, on Sunday April 14, 2019 with her family by her side. She was born August 15,1926 to the late Kibbie and Nora Bell in Vidalia Georgia. Sarah was affectionately known as "Munchie" to all who knew her.  She was a graduate of Garfield High School. Sarah leaves to...

Apr 13, 2019

John W. Pratt, 82, passed way on April 13, 2019.  He was born in Madison, NC and had been a resident of the Akron Community for a number of years, retiring from J.B. Stout as a landscaper. Preceded in death by parents, George and Mary Pratt; daughter, Margaret L. Patterson, he leaves to cherish his memory, sons, James (Sarah),...

Apr 12, 2019

Joey Garnett, 68,  passed away April 12, 2019.  He was born in Akron, OH, Nov. 22, 1950. Joey graduated from Central High School in 1968 and worked at Children's Hospital, St. Thomas Hospital, the Coroner's Office and Akron Public Schools as security.  He was an entertainer and helped started local group called the Stepping Meditations. Joey was preceded in...

Apr 11, 2019

Demetrius T'Juan Butler, 35, was suddenly called upon to serve in Heaven on April 11, 2019. He was born in Barberton, OH and was a graduate of Barberton High School. He continued his education at The University of Akron and Stark State College obtaining degrees in Fire Protection Technology and Emergency Management. Demetrius T'Juan was a devoted public servant...

Apr 8, 2019

Ramona Singfield-Morrow, 51, a life time resident of the Akron community, gained her heavenly wings on April 8, 2019.

Condolences may be sent to 703 Sumner St., Akron, OH 44311.

Apr 6, 2019

Alfred G. Scales, born December 18, 1945 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 6, 2019, at Summa Hospice Care Center at the blessed age of 72. Preceded in death by his parents, Archie and Alberta Scales, he leaves daughter, Lashawn (Marvin) Wade; sons, Alfred Ahmad (Tamara) Scales, Tyland Burgan, nd Antonio Witherspoon and a host of other loving relatives...

Apr 3, 2019

Linda Diane Motley, 68, departed this life April 3, 2019. She was a lifetime resident to the Akron, OH community.  She was a graduate of the University of Akron  where she worked in Adult Admissions as a Recruiter and later worked in the Dept. of the Upward Bound Program after retirement.  She was also the founder of Wailing Ministries...