Obituaries

Jul 15, 2017

Donna Sue Wilson, age 56 of Canton, OH, departed this earthly life, on July 15, 2017.  Born in Canton, Ohio on May 7, 1961 to TJ and Julie  Wilson. Donna Sue, was an amazing woman.  Family was very important to her. You never had to guess with her, because she let you know in the beginning how she felt...

Jul 14, 2017

Thomas was born August 6, 1933 in Grey, Georgia to the late Ethel and Julius Card.  He departed this life July 13, 2017 after an extended illness.

Thomas worked for Canton Malleable/Canton Castings for several decades; however retired from Union Metal.  He was a union representative during his tenure.  He was a veteran of the United States...

Jul 12, 2017

Elmas L. (Mack) Barrino, age 88, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at Mercy Medical Center.  Born November 4, 1928 in Clayton, Alabama.  Retired from the Holiday Inn.  She also was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.  Preceded in death by her husband Curley L. Barrino; parents, Jim Mack, Sr. and Elmas Mack; sister, Willie  Williams; brother, James Mack,...

Jul 10, 2017

Leroy Smith Sr., 81, was born on May 12, 1936.  He returned home to be with the Lord on July 10, 2017. As a young man, Leroy  spent time in the US Army  where he was honorably discharged.

In 1954 he was known as the "knockout king"  defeating all his foes. Leroy Smith was rated as the...

Jul 1, 2017

Pamela Jean Stokes departed this life to join her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 1, 2017 at the age of 61.  Pam was born October 24, 1955 in Canton, Ohio where she remained for the duration of her life.  She is preceded in death by her son Ernest Stokes; parents, Robert and Rose Stokes; sister, Ruth...

Jul 1, 2017

Elizabeth Townsend was born on March 9, 1928 to the late Mr. Henery Johnson and Ms. Ejella Davis in Freemont, West Virginia. She departed this life at the blessed age of 89 on July 1, 2017. She is preceded in death by her sisters, Lottie Alexander, Bessie Clay and her daughter, Bernice Townsend. She will forever be cherished in...

Jun 30, 2017

SUNRISE: November 11, 1951 SUNSET: June 30, 2017 William C. Turner was born November 11, 1951, to Paul J Turner and Wanda O. Ayers, in Toney, Alabama. He departed this life on June 30, 2017. He was a graduate of Timken Senior High School in 1970, where he played football. William labored hard throughout his life and strived to...

Jun 29, 2017

Tempie Lee Frazier was born December 4, 1924 in Brundidge, Alabama to C. W. Flowers and Azie Lee Flournoy. Tempie was a faithful member of Antioich Baptist Church until her failing health. She was an avid bible study reader and enjoyed being creative in needlepoint. Tempie loved to cook and was very active in her garden growing a variety...

Jun 27, 2017

Greta Young, 56, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 27, 2017. She was born on January 17, 1961 to her parents, Gloria and Jesse Young. She is preceded in death by her brother, Jesse Bernard Young. She leaves to cherish her loving memory her parents, Gloria and Jesse Young of Macedonia, Ohio; brother, Eddie Beasley;...

Jun 26, 2017

Our beloved angel Evangelist Carlene McAlpine, transitioned home to be with the Lord on June 26, 2017 at the age of 69. She was born in Akron, Ohio on February 10, 1948 to Carl Green and Odessa Hopkins. She is a member of Kingdom Bible Mission Baptist Church for 3 years and Greater Grace Temple in Detroit for 20...

Jun 22, 2017

Ivan Lee Patrick Munford, Sr. , age 32, went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2017.  He had confessed his faith in Christ and was baptized. Ivan was the second born son of Carolyn Munford and Clay Mann, Jr., born on May 25, 1985 in Canton, Ohio.  Ivan loved to fish and spent many fun filled...

Jun 21, 2017

Yahtonja Kaye (Stone) Cheatham was born April 1st 1959 to the late Mary (Hubbard) Williams and Otis Williams in    Canton. Ohio. She graduated from Mckinley Sr High in 1977 and later attended Canton Business College.  Yahtonja retired from Stark County Family Court after a number of years, and focused on being the CEO of her business Tri-K Residential. "Kaye",...

Jun 16, 2017

Elister Campbell, 82, was born December 13, 1933 in Forkland,  Alabama to the late Loretta and Jessie Green.  Then went home to be with her heavenly Father on June 16, 2017.  She moved to Canton at the age of 10.  Elister graduated from McKinley Sr. High School.  She retired from Van Kay and The Stark County Board of Developmental...

Jun 14, 2017

Jalen Marquis DiCenzi, 22, died June 14, 2017. He was born October 15, 1995 in Canton; the son of Antonio DiCenzi and Jalene Roberts. He graduated from McKinley High School in 2013, where he was a member of the McKinley Bulldogs football and baseball teams. He attended Ashland University and Merced Community College in Merced, California. Jalen is survived...

Jun 6, 2017

LeMichael Wayne Stevenson, affectionately known as: "LeMike" was born May 4, 1993.  At the prime age of 24, he crossed over into his eternal rest with the Lord due to a tragic event on June 6, 2017.  He was born and lovingly raised on the Eastside of Akron to Leeuna R. Stevenson and Michael D. Jones.

Jun 3, 2017

Steven (Steve) Brooks, went home to be with the Lord on June 3, 2017 at Windsong Care Center. He worked at Firestone after returning home from the army. He was born on May 24, 1949 in Springfield Township. The family moved to Akron where he lived for the remainder of his life. He was loved by many, known to...

Jun 1, 2017

Rodney Merritt, went home to be with the Lord on June 1, 2017 at the age of 58. He was a resident of the Akron community.

May 29, 2017

Ronny Cooper, 63 passed away May 29, 2017 after a short illness. Ronny was born March 31,1954 to James and Charlie Mae Cooper. Ronny was a lifelong resident of Akron. He graduated from Central Hower High School. He is preceded in death by parents, James and Charlie Mae Cooper; sister, Patricia Oliver, and brother, James Cooper Jr. He is...

May 27, 2017

Ralph Howard Cook, "Poppo" 70, passed away on May 27, 2017, after a lengthy illness. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he had lived and worked in Akron, Ohio, and resided in Canton, Ohio (Perry Township) since 1979. He was retired from AT&T after 30 years of service, and also worked at Pittsburgh Plate and Glass. He served in the U.S....

May 22, 2017

Gregory L. Latson, 47, transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home on May 22, 2017.He was a lifetime resident of the community and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church.  He was born on March 30, 1970 to his parents, Martin L. Latson Sr. and Susie Latson in Akron, Ohio.  He leaves behind to forever cherish...