Obituaries

Oct 16, 2017

Betty Jean Keith was born on March 3, 1935 to Milburn N. Cantrell and Julia Thompson. She fell asleep in death on October 16, 2017 awaiting the resurrection hope. She was a member of Timothy Baptist Church where she served on the usher board, she was the secretary, and treasurer. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Robert...

Oct 16, 2017

On Monday, October 16, 2017 on angel Deborah Patricia Mobley-Campbell went home to be with the Lord at the age of 54. She was born on November 11, 1962 to her parents, Esther Mobley and Lewis Newton at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. Deborah loved the Lord she was a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist...

Oct 15, 2017

Mother Betty Lou Brown (Bell) completed her journey on October 15, 2017 at the age of 72. She was born on January 11, 1945 to the late Lonnie Bell Sr., and Frankie Mae (Epps) Williams. She enjoyed various aspects of work such as a STNA, restorative aide assistant, sales associate and pharmacy technician. Betty was a member of New...

Oct 14, 2017

Jada Capri Snowden and her sister, Kymera Elise Cody passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at the ages of 12 and 5 years old.  They were born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Jada and Kymera are preceded in death by Grandmother Traci Kennedy, Great-Aunt Kendra Majors, Uncle Marcus Glover and Favorite cousin DeAndre Andrus. They are survived by...

Oct 9, 2017

Warren Currie age 56, of Canton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Octocber 9, 2017. He was born on August 24, 1961 in Lorain, Ohio. He graduated from McKinley High School in Canton, Ohio, where he lived most of his life. He loved cooking for family and friends. Preceding him in death is his father, Henry Williams, grandchild, Michael...

Oct 9, 2017

Lawanna Davis passed away on October 9, 2017 at the age of 55 years old and was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Lawanna is preceded in death by her mother, Mary Louise Robinson; brother, Lundy Dion Robinson and husband, Marvin Davis. Lawanna leaves to cherish her loving memory her son, Shyrone Robinson; daughters, A'Shanta Robinson, Shanelle Robinson, and...

Oct 9, 2017

Lucille McIntyre graced the earth with her presence on January 2, 1928 in Baker County,  Georgia to the late Walter Arnett and Sophie M. Roberts.  After embracing life as a devoted wife, an adored and nurturing mother and tireless homemaker, she approached the gates of Heaven on October 9, 2017. During the early stages of her life she joined...

Oct 6, 2017

Beverly Stanley-Acey was born on September 20, 1960 to Joseph and Lucille Stanley. She attended Robinson Elementary, West Jr. High School and Buchtel High School. She leaves in her wake (5) children, Leonard, Brian, James, Vivian, and Dasia. She also leaves (3) sisters: Roberta Brown, Darlene Craig and Yvonne Stanley; (1) brother, Stephen Stanley; (1) uncle, Buford (Mary) Stanley...

Oct 6, 2017

On Friday, October 6th, Eva Mae Woodruff was called home to be with her Lord and Savior after a brief illness. She was born in Clio, Alabama on October 2, 1923 and was a lifelong resident of Canton.  She attended Antioch Baptist Church were she served on the Nurse's Board with her good friend Mattie Hightower. Eva was also...

Oct 5, 2017

DeCarlos Abdul Powe, Jr. (LOS) was born May 24, 1996 in Akron, OH to Kamara L. Wright and DeCarlos A. Powe, Sr.  He went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2017.DeCarlos attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from Kenmore High School, class of 2014. He was last employed at JR Wheel.  He was the proud father of...

Sep 30, 2017

On Saturday, September 30, 2017 Raymond L. Henderson affectionately known as "Squirrel" made his transition from her earthly home to his heavenly home. He was born on February 6, 1956 to his parents, Mildred and Pearly Henderson in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from East High School class of 1975. He was an Operating Engineer for 37 years at Local...

Sep 30, 2017

Carolyn Sue Williams was born December 6, 1945 to the late Fannie Patterson McNair and Sue Williams in Clio, Alabama. Carolyn was a faithful care giver and always gave good advice. She had an open door for those in need. Carolyn was a devoted employee of 20 years at Terry's Convenient Store, where she enjoyed serving her community. She...

Sep 26, 2017

Vicki Greene-Rawls, of Akron, OH beloved wife and mother and a rock to her family, passed unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at the age of 60.

Vicki was born on January 29, 2057 in Akron, Ohio to the late Donald Paul and Rosie Bell (Draughon) Greene.

Vicki is survived by husband, Tommy Rawls; daughter,...

Sep 25, 2017

Charles Snowden, age 68, of Canton, Ohio passed away on September 25, 2017.  He was born on August 1, 1949 in Madison Mississippi.  Charles retired from Republic Steel with over 25 years of service on the job.  Charles was preceded in death by his parents William and Elizabeth Snowden; son, Shantell Sherrell; (2) brothers, William Snowden and Boston Brown;...

Sep 25, 2017

It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Brown announces her passing after a brief illness, on Monday, September 25, 2017 at the age of 53 years. She is preceded in death by her Mildred Brown (Mother), Tillman Johnson (Father), Darrell Brown (brother), Anthony Tarver (brother), as well as a Mantel Smith (sister).

Mary will...

Sep 24, 2017

Leroy Lee Irvin Jr., went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2017. He was born in Akron, Ohio on June 7, 1956 to his parents, Leroy L. and Annie L. Irvin. He is preceded in death by his parents, Annie and John L. Smith and father, Leroy L Irvin Sr. He leaves to cherish his...

Sep 23, 2017

Valerie Pryor, age 64, went home to be with the Lord on September 23, 2017.  Valerie was a caregiver by nature.  She cared for many and she was a good listener and confidant. Valerie was a dedicated mother and grandmother.  She was a dedicated member of True Vine Ministries.  Valerie served on the Usher Board and participated in the...

Sep 22, 2017

Robert L. Wharton made his transition from his earthly home to his heavenly home on Friday, September 22, 2017 at the age of 68. He was a resident of Akron, Ohio, he was born in Barberton, Ohio on November 23, 1948 to his parents, Jack Sr. and Odell B. Wharton. Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Jack...

Sep 22, 2017

Mr. Leon R. Wright was born February 24, 1941 in Canton, Ohio.  A son of Sadie Johnson and Freeman Wright, Sr. Leon graduated from McKinley High School and went on to serve in the United States Air Force. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1962 and was formerly employed with the Railroad. Leon accepted Christ at...

Sep 18, 2017

On September 18, 2017 Jason Lorenzo Vandiver was received into glory. Jason was born on July 18, 1982 to his parents Ernest and Sandra Vandiver of Akron, Ohio. Jason was a resident of Akron, Ohio and later moved to Canton, Ohio.