Obituaries

Oct 2, 2018

Octavia "Tay" Lauren Hobdy-Booker, was born on March 26, 1989 in Akron, Ohio. Tay departed this earthly life suddenly on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 in Fort Campbell, KY. Octavia was baptized at a young age becoming a member of The House Of The Lord. She was an active participant in the pioneer Girls. Octavia attended the Akron Public Schools...

Oct 2, 2018

Brenda Brummell, 74, went home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2018. She was born on April 12, 1944. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1020 Cordova Ave., Akron, Ohio 44320.

Oct 1, 2018

Thomas Bradley "Gypsy" went home to be with the Lord on October 1, 2018 with his daughter by his side. Born in Daytona Beach, Florida he was a longtime member of the Akron community. He retired from Malco, after 20 years of service. He was a Jack of all trades who could do anything. Gypsy also was a well...

Sep 29, 2018

Johnny Ray Hughes,  Jr. passed away on September 29, 2018 after a brief illness.  Condolences may be sent to 1291 Weiser Ave., Akron, Ohio 44314.

Sep 27, 2018

On Thursday September 27th, 2018, Mary Jackson departed this life to be with her heavenly father. Mary Lena Jackson was born August 17, 1926 to William E. and Stewart Summers.  She was preceded in death by her parents; step-mother, Arizona Summers; sisters,  Anna Wall and Roberta Summers; brothers, Robert Summers, Dr. David Summers, Brady Summers; step-brothers, Bruce Fletcher and...

Sep 27, 2018

On September 27, 2018 the Lord called Sanford Lane Sr. home at the age of 97. He was born on April 15, 1921 in Choctaw, Mississippi to the late Viola Price and John Lane. He accepted Jesus Christ at an early age, he was a former member of Bethel Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army and received...

Sep 25, 2018

On Tuesday, September 25, 2018 our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Eula Brooks made her transition home to be with the Lord at the blessed age of 74. She was born on November 24, 1943 in Greenwood, South Carolina to her parents, Joe and Geneva Lockhart. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. Eula is...

Sep 24, 2018

James David Dunbar, the son of the late Mr. James and Jennie Lee  Dunbar, was born in  Crocketville, SC on October 26, 1944. He received his education from North District Training School in Hampton, SC. He began working on the family farm at an early age until he moved to Canton, OH. Mr. Dunbar was united in Holy Matrimony...

Sep 23, 2018

Stevie Brown, 61, was born on June 14, 1957 in Akron, Ohio and passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2018 driving his truck. Stevie is preceded in death by his brother, Carl Combs. He is survived by his mother, Lorena Dollison; brothers, Arthur (Vickie) Combs, and Gregory (Nancy) Brown; sister, Gail Brown; favorite nephew, Antwone Brown; and close cousin,...

Sep 23, 2018

TOGETHER AGAIN

On Sunday, September 23, 2018 Fannie Lue Caine made her peaceful transition home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the blessed age of 101. She was born on February 18, 1917 to her parents, Gay Williams and April Stewart in Brooksville, Mississippi.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Gay...

Sep 23, 2018

Robert A. (Bobby) Valentine, 60, passed away on September 23, 2018 at Cleveland Clinic. He was born in Akron, Ohio to William E. Valentine Jr. and Barbara Valentine. He attended Buchtel High School graduate of 1977. He attended Kent State University. He retired from Bridgestone/Firestone with 30 + years of service. Robert's passion was martial arts. He received his...

Sep 23, 2018

Aleia Palmer, went home to be with the Lord on September 23, 2018 at the age of 90. She was born on March 30, 1928 in Warwood, West Virginia. She was a member of St. John CME Church. She was also a member of the Democratic Club, Summit County Board of Elections for 55 years, NAACP, board member for...

Sep 22, 2018

Clifford Ricks, Jr., 71, passed away on September 22, 2018. Clifford was a life long resident of Akron at the time of his passing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie Margaret and Clifford Ricks. Sr. and Patricia Williams, mother of his eldest children. He is survived by Waunda Ricks, mother of his youngest children. He leaves...

Sep 20, 2018

Gwendolyn (Morris) Green, 67 joined her heavenly father on September 20, 2018.  Born to the late Olive M. (Latson) Morris and James Morris, Sr. on May 24, 1951. A lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio, she accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and became a proud graduate in the class of 1969 at South High School. Her family was...

Sep 20, 2018

Gerald Raymond Bowers lost his fight with in stage COPD. He passed away at home on September 20, 2018. He is survived by his wife and family.

Sep 14, 2018

Joseph "Joe" Ronald Lemon born December 25, 1921, died peacefully on September 14, 2018 at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.  He is the son of the late Moses and Anna Lemon.

Joe Lemon served with United States Military in the late 1930's that includes surviving the World War II from September 1, 1939 thru September 24,...

Sep 14, 2018

On September 14, 2018, Reverend Joseph Harkless made his peaceful transition from labor to reward at the age of 71.  He was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 3, 1947 to the late Audrey M. Hopkins and the late Joseph T. Harkless.  He served as a Pastor of Mount Calvary Baptist Church of Massillon, Ohio for thirty one years,...

Sep 11, 2018

Willie C. Currie, age 69, went home to be with the Lord on  September 11, 2018. Willie is preceded in death by his parents Lettuce and Dave Currie, Sr. ; (2)brothers, Clarence and Willie C. Currie; (1) sister, Margaret Williams; (1) brother-in-law, Curtis Williams.  He leaves to cherish his precious memory  (2) brothers, Dave Currie, Jr. and Alphonso Currie;...

Sep 11, 2018

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

Sep 11, 2018

Our hearts were shattered when Brian Anthony Limoli was taken away from us unexpectedly on September 11, 2018. Born February 18, 1987 in Painesville Ohio to the parents of Jeanette Limoli, and Billy Tom Stewart. Brian moved to Canton Ohio in the 90's Brian attended Timken High School and later graduated. Brian was engaged to his fiancé Fanniecia Brewer...