Obituaries

Aug 22, 2018

Debra D. Smith, went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2018 at the age of 60. She will be missed by her family and friends. Condolences may be sent to 918 Reed Ave., Akron, Ohio 44306.

Aug 20, 2018

Alhmond Sherrick Ugene "Juice" Davis, age 27, passed away unexpectedly on  August 20, 2018 in Los Angeles California.

Alhmond affectionately known as "Juice", was born on December 29, 1990 in Canton, OH to Sesley H. Williams.  In his early years Juice had a passion for cars, he could name the make and model of any car he...

Aug 17, 2018

Willie Bush Sr. was born on April 4, 1927 in Noxbee County, Mississippi to the late Emmit and Luedella Bush. He passed away peacefully at home at the age of 91 on August 17, 2018. He is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Emma Bush; parents, Emmit and LueDella Bush; sisters, Martha Jane Jackson and Luella...

Aug 14, 2018

Gregory Smoot passed away on August 14, 2018. He was born on October 23, 1952 in Akron, Ohio after a courageous battle with cancer. Gregory passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones. Gregory graduated from Buchtel High School in 1972. Gregory was employed by the City Of Akron for a short term. Gregory was helpful to...

Aug 13, 2018

On Monday, August 13, 2018 Etta M. Barker went home to be with the Lord at the age of 80. She was born in Pinehill, Alabama to her parents, Isacc and Forence Mason on May 12, 1938. She is preceded in death by her parents, Isacc and Forence Mason; sons, Rodney and Reginald Barker; and her brother, Stanley Mason....

Aug 11, 2018

Raymond  L. Strain , affectionately known as "Baby Ray", age 64 departed this life on  Saturday, August 11, 2018 at his home with family.  Born April 13, 1954 at  Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio to the late Catherine E. and Raphael R. Strain.

He became a member of Bethel CME Church at a very young age.  He...

Aug 9, 2018

On August 9, 2018, Cleaster C. Hagler, went home to be with her Heavenly Father.  Born in Riceville, Tennessee on January 10, 1919 to the late Lee and Emma Cash. She was the District Missionary of the Ohio South Jurisdiction for 5 years under the leadership of Bishop Floyd E. Perry.  Mother Hagler had been a foster parent for...

Aug 7, 2018

Kenneth Barry Woods, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2018.  Kenneth was born on December 22, 1946 to the late Lois Cash and Charles Woods.  In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his stepfather, L.V. Cash; brothers, Lavander Cash, Stanley Cash; nephew, Curtis Andre Cash. Kenneth is survived by his children...

Aug 6, 2018

Celeste Beatrice Irvin was born August 21, 1953 in Tuscaloosa, AL, the fourth child of Mamie and the late Lenzo Irvin, Sr.  She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Beulah Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, AL.  Later as an adult, she was baptized at Bethel Pentecostal Church in London, OH.

Celeste was an active...

Aug 1, 2018

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Aug 1, 2018

Anthony Allen known to family and friends as "Puff", passed away on August 1, 2018 at the Cleveland Clinic while battling a life long illness. Anthony was born February 10, 1984, in Canton, Ohio, to Anthony Allen, Sr. and Francine Cherry.  Anthony was preceded in death by his loving sister   Adowana L. Cherry, his maternal grandmother Daisy Cherry, maternal...

Jul 29, 2018

Ean Rodnell Wells was born April 21 1986, to Ms. Melva Williams and Mr. Roger Wells. Ean Wells graduated from High School in 2004. He attended Albany State University his first year of college them continued his education at Georgia Perimeter where he obtained an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice. He later enlisted in the United States Military for...

Jul 28, 2018

Justin Clifford Daniels, age 37, of Canton, Ohio passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018.

Justin C. Daniels a deeply adorned son, Father, brother, uncle and friend was loved and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends; as well as watching sports.  Justin was known for his...

Jul 27, 2018

Y.Z. Traylor, (Zeke) was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the age of 85. He was born in Dothan, Alabama on February 1, 1933 to his parents, Floyd and Ollie Mae Traylor. He accepted Christ at the tender age of 10 years old at St. Peters Baptist Church in Alabama. He was...

Jul 27, 2018

TOGETHER AGAIN

Ellis Wilson Sr. was born on May 11, 1926 to Jessie and Florine Wilson in Montgomery, Alabama. He was the second of six children. Early in life, he accepted the Lord and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Montgomery for ten years. At the age of 18, he joined the United States Navy,...

Jul 22, 2018

Daisy I. Lovejoy, 90, passed away on July 22, 2018. She was born in Tallassee, Alabama. She lived in Akron over 20 years. She was born to the late William and Carrie Crawford. She was a foster grandmother and loved by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband McClennon. She leaves to...

Jul 22, 2018

David LaMarr Warthen age 60 of Massillon, Ohio died on July 22, 2018. He was born March 22, 1955 in Aultman, Ohio, to Mae Bell Warthen and the late David Torrence. He lived most of his adult life in Massillon and traveled all around the world as a self-employed long-distance truck driver for over 40+ years. He was  preceded...

Jul 21, 2018

TOGETHER AGAIN

David E. Nevins. went home to be with the lord on July 21, 2018. Born June 6, 1947 to the late Mr. Willie C and Sylvia Nevins in Duncanville Alabama. He worked at the Hilton in Fairlawn as a chef for 32 years. He enjoyed camping, fishing, cooking and (frog hopping.)He is preceded in death...

Jul 21, 2018

Gloria Jean Sipp Snyder went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2018. Gloria was born on August 9, 1948. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Wilma Sipp; brother, Ira Sipp; grandson, Jamere Snyder. She was a loving mother to Wanda, Tracy, Lee (Lynda), Rodney (Nicky) and Marshae (Gary); 28 grandchildren, 35 great...

Jul 20, 2018

Freddie B. Patterson, Jr., born October 7, 1963.  Departed July 20, 2018.  Born to Mr. and Mrs. Freddie B. Patterson, Sr. and Raychiel Patterson.  Leaves to cherish his memory six siblings; Ella, Mark, Judy, Beverly, Stella, and Patrick (Lynetta);  grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel and Ella Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis and Fannie Patterson; (18) aunts and uncles, (47)...