Obituaries

Oct 22, 2018

Gary L. Boykin, 61 passed away on October 22, 2018. He was born on March 10, 1957 in Akron, Ohio.

Condolences may be sent to 1082 Greenwood Ave., Akron, Ohio 44320.

Oct 22, 2018

On Monday, October 22, 2018 Nathaniel Griffin Sr., went home to be with the Lord at the age of 91. He was born on January 8, 1927 in Alabaster, Alabama to his late parents, Lev & Mattie Griffin. Nathaniel was a faithful member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon, Sr. Choir Member, bus ministry,...

Oct 21, 2018

Evelyn Cantrell, 72, went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2018.

Oct 18, 2018

Rosemarie Moore Addie departed this life Thursday, October 18, 2018.  She was born May 9, 1959 in Akron, Ohio to her parents, Roosevelt Moore Sr. and Mildred Moore.  Marie graduated from East High school. She worked for Main Street Gourmet for over 20 years.  She loved singing, dancing and spending time with her family and friends.  She is preceded...

Oct 17, 2018

Dora L. Holling, affectionately known as "Tiny" made her peaceful transition from labor to reward at the age of 76.  She was born February 1, 1942 in Columbus, Mississippi to her parents Flozell and Earlene Cooper. Dora retired from Hilton Inn West after 20 plus years of service. She was a former member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and...

Oct 16, 2018

De'Jhon L. Solomon, 27, went home to be with the Lord on October 16, 2018. He was born on February 28, 1991 to his parents, Nathaniel H. Solomon and Zandra Solomon. He was a musical artist. He leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife, Cheyenne Solomon; son, De'Jhon L. Solomon Jr. and daughter, Shawnee M. Solomon; brothers, Nathaniel...

Oct 15, 2018

Mary Beard, went home to be with the Lord on October 15, 2018. She was born on October 24, 1920. Condolences may be sent to 325 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27606.

Oct 15, 2018

Charles E. Nolan Aka "Mic" went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 15, 2008 at the age of 68. Charles was born on January 19, 1950 in Chattanooga, TN to Charles and Johnetta Nolan. Charles was respected and was well loved by his family and friends. He was a member of Plumbers and Pipe Fitters and...

Oct 14, 2018

Jermaine F. Brooks, age 30,  went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2018.  He was born on August 6, 1988  in New York, New York to Morty Nimonso and the late Vanessa D. Brooks.  Jermaine relocated to Ohio at the age of 21 and spent the majority of his time with his father Morty and the...

Oct 12, 2018

C.B. "Barron" Thompson was born November 17, 1945 to the late Adam and Alistine Thompson.  He departed this life to be with the Lord on October 12, 2018.  Barron was a long time member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, where he was  active with Sunday School and never missed a Bible Study.  He was a devoted brother, father, and...

Oct 12, 2018

C.B. "Barron" Thompson was born November 17, 1945 to the late Adam and Alistine Thompson.  He departed this life to be with the Lord on October 12, 2018.  Barron was a long time member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, where he was  active with Sunday School and never missed a Bible Study.  He was a devoted brother, father, and...

Oct 11, 2018

Mrs. Pauline Rudolph McMeans was born in Braddock, PA on October 9, 1923 to the late Walter Rudolph and Leola (Castleberry) Rudolph. She was the youngest of five children. She married the late Vorger McMeans on February 18, 1943. Following her husband's honorable discharge from the United States Army, the couple moved to Canton, OH in May of 1953....

Oct 9, 2018

Robert H. Benson transitioned from his life after a short illness on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Robert was born on December 14, 1935 to Wilbur and Mary Benson. He was a graduate of Central High School Robert was a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the American Legion...

Oct 9, 2018

Marjorie Ingram went home to be with her heavenly Father on October 9, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles C. Ingram; parents, Louis Jones and Marie Jones; sisters, Margaret Jones, and Helen Rose Herring and great grandson, Tonio J. Manson. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 37 Byers Ave., #201 Akron, Ohio...

Oct 9, 2018

Shelia Jean Jones of Canton, Ohio born on March 29, 1957 to the late Roy J. and Eloise Pearson Jones, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord on October 9, 2018.  Sheila enjoyed spending time at her grandparents home in her childhood.  They taught her many things like fishing and cooking.  She also enjoyed music, dancing, and...

Oct 8, 2018

Irvin Lee, went home to be with the Lord on October 8, 2018 at the age of 59. He was born on November 26, 1958 in Philadelphia, PA.  Condolences may be sent to Rhoden Memorial Home.

Oct 7, 2018

Services are private.

Oct 5, 2018

Milton L. Giles also known as "Milky" he was born on November 28, 1944 in Poplar Bluff, MO to his parents, Aulden D. and Hattie M. Sanders-Giles. He was the youngest of six children. Milton and his family moved to Akron, Ohio in 1946. He joined Centenary United Methodist Church at an early age. Milton served in the United...

Oct 4, 2018

Aretha Drummond-Griggs, took her journey home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 4, 2018 peacefully in her sleep. She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 24, 1951 to the late Floyd Sr. and Ruby Mae Drummond. She was a faithful member of The House Of The Lord. She worked various jobs in her lifetime. She is...

Oct 4, 2018

On Thursday, October 4, 2018, Mother Gwendolyn Moore departed this life to be with her Heavenly Father.  Gwendolyn Moore was born March 8, 1932 to the late  Jack and Annie Fisher.  In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband   William Moore, Sr.; son, Keith Moore; brothers, Jack Fisher, Jr., Tony Fisher; sisters, Barbara  Winston,...