Obituaries

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.

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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.

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...