Obituaries

Apr 29, 2018

Linda Wilkerson, 49, went home to be with the Lord on April 29, 2018. She was born on December 20, 1968 in Cleveland, Ohio. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 654 Day Street, Akron, Ohio 44305.

Apr 28, 2018

Brenda Bradley of Canton, OH passed away unexpectedly   Saturday, April 28, 2018.  Brenda Bradley, whom many called "Pumpkin" and all children called "Wah-Wah", was born June 19, 1952, to Willie Bradley and Lucille Bradley.  Brenda graduated from McKinley Senior High School.  Brenda enjoyed cooking for her family and the community.  She loved the Lord with all of her heart...

Apr 28, 2018

Marvin A. Crosby, 63, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2018. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 20, 1954.

Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1111 Independence Ave #2401, Akron, Ohio 44310.

Apr 28, 2018

Rebecca "Becky" S. Thomas, 62, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2018. Becky was born in Akron, Ohio on November 13, 1955. She was a graduate of Springfield High School. She spent most of her adult life in West Akron but moved to East Akron in 2005 where she resided until her passing. She is preceded in death by...

Apr 26, 2018

Leander "Butch" Burros, 71, affectionately called Paw Paw by many, transitioned from his earthly home on April 26, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Akron, Ohio on April 13, 1947 to the late Andy and Winnell  Burros. He retired from Shelly & Sands Construction with over 33 years of    service. He was a member of...

Apr 26, 2018

Renna M. Johnson, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 26, 2018 at the age 58. She was born on August 24, 1959 in Camden, Alabama to her parents, Charles Grays and Mary Sanders. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Renna is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Grays and Mary Sanders;...

Apr 24, 2018

Reggie "Reggie" Norment passed away on April 24, 2018. Reggie was born on February 14, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to David C. and Ida L. Norment.  He was baptized at a very young age at House of Glory Baptist Church.  He graduated from South Senior High School, Class of 1971. Reggie was preceded in death by father, David C....

Apr 24, 2018

James (Jimmy) Louis Lee,79, life came to a sudden end Tuesday, April 24, 2018 during his brief time recovering from an injury at Aultman Hospital.

James L. Lee also known as "Blood" by friends was born December 4th, 1938 in Daleville, Alabama to the late Mary and Louis Lee. He was the only son of 7 children,...

Apr 23, 2018

Vincent LaRue Henderson, age 64, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on April 23, 2018.  Vincent graduated from Lincoln High School.  He was formerly  employed at Canton Malleable and  Republic Steel.

Preceded in death by his parents, Donevie and Mary Henderson; brother, Darrell  Henderson; sister, Laureen Henderson-Thompson.  He leaves to cherish his precious memory his children; LuChanta...

Apr 22, 2018

On Sunday April 22, 2018, heavens gates opened, and Cornelius Knighton was lead home.  We give honor and celebrate the life of Cornelius "Obie" Knighton. Cornelius was born May 12, 1936 in Albany, Georgia to the late John Knighton and Emma Evans. He attended Western  Alamance High School. From there he maintained multiple jobs, from truck driving to maintenance. ...

Apr 21, 2018

Derrick J. Starks Sr., 29, passed away on April 21, 2018. He was born on March 25,1989 in Barberton, Ohio. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1487 Ottawa Ave., Akron, Ohio 44305.

Apr 21, 2018

On Saturday, April 21, 2018 Bernice Brown, made her transition from earth to glory at the age of 93. She was born in Troy, Alabama on February 14, 1925 to her parents, Annie Mae Simmons and Herbert H. Slaton. She was a member of Second Baptist Church, where she faithfully served as an usher and as a member of...

Apr 18, 2018

Eve Wright, age 61,  went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 after a brief illness at Akron City Hospital. She was born on November 6, 1956. Condolences may be sent to 1029 Reed Ave., Akron, Ohio 44306.

Apr 10, 2018

BEN GULLEY SR., 82  transitioned from this earthly house to his heavenly home on Tuesday, April 10, 2018.

He was born  the  7TH  of 14 children, on October 10, 1935 in Repton, Alabama to Willie E. and Elvina (Marshall) Gulley. He grew up in Centennial and Repton, Alabama and Akron, Ohio. (Springfield Township).

He was...

Apr 9, 2018

David Michael Fentress was born June 18, 1952 in Canton, Ohio and departed this life on April 9, 2018 at Cleveland Clinic.  He was baptized at an early age, where he was nurtured at Mt. Calvary Second Baptist Church during his formative years.  Later in life he united St. Paul AME Church where he served on the Trustee Board...

Apr 9, 2018

On Monday, April 9, 2018, David Anthony Tucker made his transition home to be with the Lord at the age of 56. He was born on July 13, 1961 to his parents, David and Elnora Tucker Jr. David was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing backgammon. He is preceded in death by his parents, David and Elnora Tucker Jr.;...

Apr 7, 2018

Melvin C. Burt, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 7, 2018 at the age of 54. He was born in Sheffield, Alabama on August 20, 1963 James Coman and Lucile Burt. He is preceded in death by his step-father, Robert Wooden Sr. Left to cherish his loving memory his wife of 32 years, Stacy Burt;...

Apr 6, 2018

On April 6, 2018 Calanda was called home to be with the Lord. She was born September 29, 1971 in Canton, Ohio to Lonnie and Mamie Jones.

Preceded in death by her grandparents Wiliam T. (Ruby L.) George and Lester Jones, Sr.; special cousin, Jerry Lipkins III.

Calanda leaves to cherish her precious memories to...

Apr 5, 2018

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

Apr 3, 2018

Marlon Senter, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. He was born in Akron, Ohio on July 15, 1972. He attended East High School. Condolences may be sent to 756 Georgia Ave., Akron, Ohio 44306.