Obituaries

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.

Sep 15, 2017

Mrs. Willie Edna Freeman, 87 of Canton, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2017 in Aultman Hospital. Willie Edna was born the fifth child of Erbie and Edna Patton Sims in Greenville, Alabama. She was united in holy matrimony to Crosbie Freeman on September 9, 1952; and to this union were added two bundles...

Sep 14, 2017

Virginia "Plute" Davis, 87, passed away September 14, 2017 after an extended illness. She was a retired nurse's aid and was loved by all who knew her. Plute leaves to cherish her loving memory son, Lawrence Wright, brother, Edward (Janeth) Davis, and adopted brother, James (Pat) Hicks; sisters, June Brooks, Jimmie L. Davis; 4 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and...

Sep 13, 2017

Willie A. Carter, age 82 of Canton, Ohio passed away September 13, 2017. He was preceded in death by Rosie and Rayphil Carter; sister, Martha Harvey; brothers, Paul , Silas and George Carter; son, Devon Carter; daughter, Ladele Carter. Willie leaves to cherish his memory his children: Jeffery, Pam, Danny; sister, Rosie Graves; brothers, Alton and Rayphil Carter; special...

Sep 12, 2017

Keith Elliott Woodson, age 67, went home to be with the Lord on September 12, 2017. He was born in Canton, Ohio March 14, 1950 to the late Pearl and Joseph Woodson. Keith attended McKinley High School and later enlisted in the United States Navy. In addition to his parents Keith is preceded in death by his sister Brenda...

Sep 10, 2017

Gwendolyn Jordan, 80, went home to be with the Lord on September 10, 2017.  She was surrounded by her beloved family.  Gwen was born in Canton, OH and became a life-long resident of the Akron community.   She was a faithful member of St Ashworth Temple C.O.G.I.C Gwen was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Gwendolyn Early.  She...

Sep 10, 2017

James Watson was ushered to his heavenly reward on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at the age of 81. He was born November 10, 1935 to Eugene and Sheba Watson in Sanford, North Carolina. He moved to Canton at the young age of 6 years old in 1941.  A few years after coming to Canton, he started attending the Mt....

Sep 8, 2017

William C. Gordon Sr., 73, passed away on September 8, 2017 after an extended illness. William was born on December 17, 1943 to the late JB and Lucy L. Gordon Sr. in addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his wife, Julia Mae; daughter, Antoineen Gordon-Brown (Shay); brother, Leroy Gordon; sister, Zepherlean Tucker and nephew, Frank...

Sep 7, 2017

"God never promised an easy life. He said that we will have suffering and heartaches, but He also promised that He will be with us, to comfort us and reunite us on the other side.

"Gladys' Life Story

Gladys was born November 10, 1927 in Vernon Hill Virginia to Jack Jones and Mary Jones. She...

Sep 6, 2017

Karen A. Rosser, 58, went home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2017. She was born on May 26, 1959 to her parents, Leroy Sr. and Wanda Lawson in Akron Ohio. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Wanda Lawson Sr.; sisters, Rebecca,...

Sep 6, 2017

Bobbie Jean (Bell) Foster, 76 made a peaceful transition from this earthly life September 6, 2017.  Bobbie will be lovingly remembered by her mother Bettie M. Bell and her children Arminta Bell, Norman (Denise), Sharon, Bernice and Keith Foster; sisters, Evelyn Foster, Kameela Farrakhan, and Edythe Elayne Stinson; (10) grandchildren, (7) great-grandchildren with one on the way and a...

Sep 5, 2017

Betty Katherine (Lovelady) Duboise was born on June 29, 1932 to the late Charles and Beeler Lovelady in Paintrock, Alabama. She was a kind and giving person who showed love to everyone. She worked various jobs. Betty departed her life on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents; children, Barbara (Punkin) Duboise and Deborah...