Obituaries

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.

Mar 31, 2018

Abrigial "Toni" Williams received her wings march 31, 2018 to be with her heavenly family.  Toni is preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Lettie Williams and her sister Karen.  Toni will be cherished by her son Jerome Jones; granddaughter, Jaiah Jones; sisters, Diana Williams Faniel of Altadena, California; Idella Williams, Johnetta (Raymond) Williams, Elizabeth (Daniel) Summers and...

Mar 31, 2018

Beverly Joyce Nicholson, went home to be with the Lord on March 31, 2018 after a long battle with Alzheimers. She was an active member of Greater Bethel Apostolic Church for over 40 years. She retired from Mercy Medical Center in 2007 after 33 years of service. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Elder Clayton Nicholson; grandmother,...

Mar 27, 2018

Helen Mae Barrett, 91 transitioned from earth to glory on March 27, 2018 surrounded by family. She was a 1944 graduate of Terrell High School ( Denison, Tx). She received a Bachelors of Arts degree. Helen accepted Jesus Christ as her savior at a young age, attending the Church of the Living God. She was a member of New...

Mar 26, 2018

Obituary pending,

In lieu of flowers donations are appreciated and may be made to Rhoden Memorial Home. Thank you

Mar 24, 2018

Lucy Ann McCalister was born on December 20, 1943 in Parkins, Arkansas, to the late James and Mary McCalister. She then moved to Akron, Ohio where she became a long time resident until her death on March 24, 2018. Lucy attended Garfield High School. She worked many years as a homemaker, caregiver and was self employed making beautiful floral...

Mar 24, 2018

On Saturday, March 24, 2018 Johnny Summerlin went home to be with the Lord at the age of 60. He was a resident of the Akron community. He was born on March 30, 1957 to his parents, Thomas and Mary M. Summerlin. John is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary M. Summerlin. John leaves to cherish...

Mar 23, 2018

Maxine S. Luck, 72, passed away on March 23, 2018 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born in Evergreen, Alabama the third of fourteen children. She moved to Akron, Ohio from Tacoma, WA, in 1976, where she began working at St. Thomas Hospital, retiring in 2010. She was a long standing member of United Baptist Church, where she...

Mar 21, 2018

Ms. Clara A. Penn, of Pax, West Virginia, was born on April 17, 1929 to the late Robert and Mary Belcher passed away on March 21, 2018 at the age of 88 in Akron, Ohio. Clara served as a nurse at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Clara was preceded in death by her son, Victor Belcher; brother, James Belcher and sisters,...

Mar 14, 2018

William J Sheeler born July 29, 1963 departed this life on March 14, 2018. Preceded in death by his parents Ella and Tee Matthew;father figure, Sydney B Sheeler; step mother, Shirley Hardin, and brother Mark Sheeler. Survived by his (13) children; William Thomas of Canton, Ohio, Jamie Sanders-Morrow (Laurence) of Ocean Springs, Ms. Charise Sheeler of Canton, Oh, Amber...

Mar 8, 2018

Cecil Conrad Manuel age 53, departed this life on March 8, 2018. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Annie Eagleton; mother, Jeanette Bailey; sister, Thomasina Manuel and brother Stanley Wiggins. He leaves to cherish his memories (2) daughters, Celina Manuel (Markest),Terriana Hood; (1) son, Jesse Chenault; father, Frank Manuel (Nette) and Willie Thomas Bailey (Elaine); brothers, Frank...

Mar 7, 2018

April Ann Miles, 47, passed away peacefully on March,2018 after a long battle with cancer. he was born March 27, 1970 in Akron, OH.  A lifetime resident of Akron, April was a graduate of Buchtel High School.  She dedicated 17 years of service to Cambridge (Almost Family) Home Health Care.  April was a loving sister, mother, daughter, friend and...