Obituaries

Dec 16, 2018

Mother Elizabeth Felton went home to be with the Lord on Sunday,  December 16, 2018.  She was born on April 13, 1931, to William T. Tharp and Lola M.. McDonald Tharp.  Mother Felton was a life long residence of Canton.  At an  early age, Mother Felton joined Antioch Baptist Church.  She served on the  Deaconness Board.  In her later...

Dec 15, 2018

Ms. Faye Lisa Larry was, 57, departed from the earthly life on December 15, 2018.  She was born to the late Marion and Lois Larry on June 23, 1961 in Akron Ohio.

She attended Mount Calvary Baptist Church where she was baptized and sang in the youth choir.  She graduated from Central Hower High School where she...

Dec 13, 2018

Willie L. Mackey, Jr. departed this life December 13, 2018.  He was born in Winter Garden, Florida t the late Willie Lee Mackey, Sr. and Catherine Mackey.  He was a resident of Canton for over 70 years.  He attended McKinley High School.  Willie also served in the United States Army and received an honorable discharge.  Willie met and married...

Dec 11, 2018

Bryon "BJ" Jamerson was born on August 23, 1958 to William Sheppard & Virginia (Oliver) Jamerson in Canton, OH.  He was received by his Heavenly Father on December 11, 2018.

Bryon accepted Jesus Christ as His Lord and Savior at an early age.  He married Charlotte Torrence in 1983.  Bryon worked at LSI Graphics Solutions for 18...

Dec 10, 2018

Henry R. Armstrong, 73, departed this earthly life on December 10, 2018.  He was born on May 31, 1945 in Memphis, TN and had been a resident of the Akron community for a number of years.  Henry graduated from North High School and was retired after many years of faithful service from the Akron McNeil Company.He was Preceded in...

Dec 10, 2018

Joseph Holmes, Jr. "JoJo", age 74 of Canton, Ohio.  Departed this earthly life peacefully in his sleep on Monday, December 10, 2018.   He was born October 11, 1944 to the late Ethel (Timberlake) and    Joseph Holmes, Sr. In addition to his parents "Jo Jo" is preceded in death by his sisters Virginia Hall and Beatrice Montgomery; daughter, Delmira Freeman....

Dec 10, 2018

Thelma Jean Thurman, age 68, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 10, 2018.  She was born September 6, 1950 to the union of W. C. Thurman and Thelma Milton Thurman in St. Louis, Missouri.  She was one of six children.  Beloved by all who knew her, Thelma was a recent resident of Massillon, OH where she...

Dec 9, 2018

Herman Virden, JR. 55, transitioned from this life on Sunday, December 9, 2018.  He was born July 6, 1963 in Akron, Oh where he remained a lifetime resident. He will be greatly missed for his sense of humor, (always making you laugh), his fashionable taste in clothing and his "awesome" cooking skills.

Dec 8, 2018

Leevandis Hicks went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2018, at the blessed age of 91.  He was born in Summerland, MS and was a long time resident of the Akron community.  Leevandis retired from the Ohio Operating Engineers and was honorably discharged from the Unites States Army. Preceded in death by his parents and 3...

Dec 7, 2018

Dorthy Hazel Cooper was born to the late Edward and Mary Calhoun on April 28, 1933.  Dorthy worked at Stark County Welfare for 23 years before she retired.  She then began working at the Timken Company for the 15 years she was able to work.  Following she continued to enjoy house work and yard work at home and shopping...

Dec 7, 2018

John W. Stembridge Jr. "Tojo" was born September 10th, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late John W. Stembridge Sr. and Louise Twitty.  He was a 1961 graduate of South High School where he played football and baseball.  He served in the Marine Corps from 1961 to 1964.  In 1965 John began driving semi-tractor trailers long distance and retired...

Dec 6, 2018

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

Dec 5, 2018

Tommy L. Ragland, 54 and life long resident of Akron, departed this earthly life on December 5, 2018. He will be missed by his loving family and friends.

Condolences may be sent to 1342 Bellcrest Ave., Akron, OH 44313

Dec 5, 2018

Theresa Irvin Campbell, went home to be with the Lord on December 5, 2018. She is preceded in death by her father Lenzo Irvin, Sr.; sister, Celeste Irvin; niece, Verkiesha Cox.  She leaves to cherish her memory her mother Mamie W. Irvin; siblings, Lenzo (Loene) Irvin of Fayetteville, Georgia, William (Madalyn) Irvin of Canton, Ohio, Gregory (Carmen) Irvin, Sr....

Dec 3, 2018

Deriel A. Mixon, 38, lifelong resident of Akron, departed this earthly life on December 3, 2018 and will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Condolences may be sent to 1194 McKinley Ave., Akron, OH 44306.

Dec 3, 2018

The late Sam Poole was born on June 5, 1926 in Eufala, Alabama to the late Mrs. Willie and Rev. Sam Poole. Sam Poole joined The House Of The Lord under the leadership of Bishop F. Josephus Johnson. He was a faithful member of Bible Study and Sunday School and very active in his church. Sam retired from the...

Dec 1, 2018

Ms. Ida Ruth (Evans) Knox, a long-time resident of Akron, Ohio, departed her mortal body and was called home on December 1 at Copley Medical Health Center, to immortality and paradise with a welcoming and loving Homecoming!   To everything there is a season, a time for every matter under heaven, a time to be born and a time to...

Nov 30, 2018

On Friday, November 30, 2018 Annie Pearl Williams made her peaceful transition home to be with the Lord at the blessed age of 69. She was born on June 6, 1949 in Akron, Ohio to her parents, Sandy and Mary Williams Sr. Annie is preceded in death by her parents,; sisters, Hattie Williams and Geraldine Dove; grandson, Steven Mitchell...

Nov 28, 2018

Laquenta J. Mitchell 45 passed away on November 28, 2018 after an extended illness. She was born in Akron, Ohio. She was loved by all who knew her. She had been employed by Hickory Ridge Nursing Home. Laquenta is preceded in death by brother, Darren McGinnis; grandmother, Willie Bell Wise; two uncles and three aunts. She leaves to cherish...

Nov 28, 2018

It is with the greatest of sadness, that the family of Mary (McAlpine) Conway would like to announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, auntie, cousin, and friend. Our beloved Mary transitioned from this life peacefully on November 28th, 2018 following a long illness, due to a massive stroke. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to...