Obituaries

Nov 11, 2017

On Saturday November 11, 2017 our Lord and Savior called one of his faithful servants home. Candace J. Hooks, Sugabay) gained her wings to her Heavenly home at the age of 67. She was the baby daughter of the late Nannie B. and Clarence F. Ingol.  She attended Barberton High School, was a member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church...

Nov 9, 2017

On Thursday, November 9, 2017 Lula M. Hall transitioned home to be with the Lord at the age of 73. She was born in Montgomery, Alabama on August 30, 1944 to the late Charlie and Tommie Lidge. She was a member of Arlington Church Of God. Lula was a die hard Cleveland Indians fan. Lula leaves to forever cherish...

Nov 8, 2017

Jimmy L. Longshore, Jr., age 27, went home to be with the Lord on November 8, 2017. Born to Octavia L. Hill and Jimmy L. Longshore, Sr. on August 25, 1990 in Canton, Ohio.  Jimmy was preceded in death by his grandfathers: Melvin Graves, Jimmy Sam Longshore and, Fredrick Mitchell.  He leaves to cherish his precious memory his children:...

Nov 3, 2017

Beatrice Sherman, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, November 3, 2017 at the age of 85. She was born in Akron, Ohio to her parents, Frank and Essie Sherman. She was a faithful member of Miracle Revival Fellowship, where she was active in the church for over 50 years and she also...

Nov 2, 2017

On Thursday, November 2, 2017, Mable Patterson made her transition home to glory. She was a member of Good Shepard Baptist Church. Mable is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Eula Drake; husband, Warren Patterson; four sisters and four brothers. Mable leaves to cherish her life and legacy sons, Rudolph (Betty) Patterson of Detroit, MI and Ronald...

Oct 31, 2017

Charleston Marcel Eutsey was born on December 12, 1990 in Canton, Ohio to Regina  Laree Turner and Charleston Marcel Eutsey Sr.  At the young age of 27 he unfortunately passed away at Aultman Hospital on October 31, 2017.

Charleston was so proud to be a father and cherished every moment with his son Marcel Lucariello.  He enjoyed...

Oct 31, 2017

Carol Ann Byrd, went home to be with the Lord with family and friends by her side on October 31, 2017.Born in Barberton, Ohio Carol Ann was loved by all who knew her. Her heart was of gold and her smile and laugh was contagious.Preceded in death by her parents, Lewis Williams and Alma Jean Welch; sister, Betty and...

Oct 29, 2017

David was born in Chicago, IL on May 24, 1990.  He moved to Massillon, OH at the age of 4.  He attended Franklin Elementary, Longfellow Middle and Washington High Schools.  He was embraced by and grew up with Kenny Stroud, Jr. and Kevin Massey which he esteemed as brothers.  Since then many more have entered the fold.  David never...

Oct 27, 2017

DOROTHY J. LOGAN, 69, was called home to her eternal rest on October 27, 2017. She was born July 1, 1950 in Midway, AL and had lived in this community for nearly 50 years. She was preceded in death by father, Joe Grooms, brother, Edward Fortson and sister, Georgia Ann McNabb. To forever cherish her memory, she leaves, her...

Oct 27, 2017

The Lord assures us that when we become absent from this body, instantly we are present with Him.  Mrs. Bertha Nash (affectionately known as Bit by family and friends) 79, departed this life to be with Jesus on October 27, 2017  surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. She was born March 1, 1938 to Jimmy (Sud) and Bertha...

Oct 26, 2017

McClinton Millender "Mac" was called home to be with the Lord on October 26, 2017. Mac was born on September 10, 1931 to Cleveland and Letha (Marshall) Millender and Lillian Millender in Evergreen, Alabama. He graduated from Conecuh County Training school at the age of 18. Mac went into the US Army in 1953 where he met the love...

Oct 25, 2017

Pearl S. (Clifford) Carter, took her heavenly rest on October 25, 2017. Born to the late Johnnie and Bertha Clifford on February 2, 1942.  Pearl retired from the Timken Company after 37 years of service.  She was a faithful member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church for over 50 years where she sang in the choir.  Pearl was an avid...

Oct 24, 2017

Denise L. Myricks, age 61, transitioned from her earthly home October 24, 2017. She was born in Canton, February  6, 1956, to the late James C. and Sylvia (Lee) Myricks. She was a graduate of the Ohio School for the Deaf in Columbus, Ohio. Denise worked in the Stark County Workshops where she was active in a variety of...

Oct 22, 2017

Aubrey Roslyn Jackson went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2017. She brought happiness to all she met with her precious smile I'll never forget. Love, Mommy & Daddy. Condolences may be sent to 1807 Spring Ave., N.E. #204 Canton, Ohio 44714.

Oct 22, 2017

Constance Yvonne LaMar DeGraffinreed "Chee Chee", age 77, of  Canton, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2017.  Constance graduated from Canton McKinley High School in 1957.   She stayed home and raised her children.  She was a member of Greater Peace and Deliverance Church, but attended the Word of Liberty Christian Center when her health...

Oct 22, 2017

On Sunday October, 22, 2017 Judy C. Dickens made her transition home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 67. She was born in Akron, Ohio on March 6, 1950 to her parents, Joe Thomas and Leola Foster. Judy was a member of Kings Chapel. She is preceded in death by her father,...

Oct 21, 2017

Darnell Wesley, age 94, went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2017.  He was born in Canton, Ohio on January 6, 1923.  He lived in Canton, Ohio most of his life .  He was a Veteran of the United States Army.  He retired from Republic Steel after 26 years of service.

Preceded in death...

Oct 21, 2017

Duane J. Walker, age 62, went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2017. Duane graduated from Canton McKinley High School ( Bulldogs). He retired from Akron Canton Airport after a number of years of service.  Preceded in death by his granddaughter Jaden Hardman; his parents Nathaniel Joe Walker, Sr. and Lucille (Torrence) Walker; sister, Tanya; brother,...

Oct 20, 2017

DARIAN A. HARDISON beloved son of Stephanie A. Smeresky and Darren L. Hardison, departed this earthly life October 20, 2017 at the age of 26.He was born on June 20, 1991 in Camden, NJ and had lived in the Akron.  He will always be  remembered for his sense of humor as he always had a way to make everyone...

Oct 19, 2017

Helen C. Walker,54, passed away on October 19, 2017 in Akron, Ohio. She is survived by her sons, Anthony and Ramon Walker (Sharanda); her better half, Chris Hall; and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 971 Nome Ave., Akron, Ohio 44320.