Obituaries

May 22, 2017

Ruby Melton, 75, years old earned her wings on May 22, 2017 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and June Melton; sister, Margaret Melton; brother, Howard Melton and special grandson, Darius Lollar. She leaves to mourn her passing sons, Terrance, Keith and Devon Melton; daughter, Angela Melton; brothers, David, Robert, Walter (Joezette)...

May 21, 2017

Katie Mae Heard, 91 slipped into her eternal life on May 21, 2017 in the comfort of her home. Mrs. Heard was born on February 22, 1926 in St. Clairsville, Ohio the first born of seven to the union of Charles Brown and Rebie Perkins Brown. She attended Youngstown Public Schools and worked as a housekeeper for private families....

May 20, 2017

James Williams, "Boxcar" passed away suddenly on May 20, 2017, He was born on September 21, 1935, in Columbus, GA.    He moved to Ohio as a young child and was educated in the Canton City School System.  Later, he was enlisted in the Army and was honorably discharged.  He retired from Timken Company which he had over 40 years...

May 20, 2017

Van Dora Hall was escorted to the gates of heaven on Saturday, May 20, 2017, after serving 76 years of life on earth. Van was born on July 22, 1940, in Heflin, AL, to the late Herman and Guyesther Echols. She was a member of The Jesus Spot church in Massillon, OH.

Van Dora was preceded in...

May 17, 2017

Michael was born on September 12, 1958 to Hattie Matthews, Russell McLaughlin (Surragate) Micheal McPhatter Sr. While attended Westbury High School. Michael played LaCrosse winning many awards. He attended Boise and majored in Horticulture. Upon graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Army for 1 year receiving Honorable discharge afterwards he enlisted into the Marine Corp. He loved being a...

May 16, 2017

Martie was born November 21st 1970 to James and Shirley Hamlet. He grew up the 3rd youngest of seven children in Reidsville, North Carolina.   Later the family moved to Ohio where he attended Orrville High School. He graduated with a special trade as a welder. Martie was very smart and  shortly after landed a job at Akron Brass. He...

May 15, 2017

Clarence Goodson, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 15, 2017.  Clarence was born in Littleton, Alabama to the late Clarence, Sr. and Anna Goodson.  His parents moved to West Virginia, where he was raised and graduated from high school.  Clarence enlisted into the Unites States Army where he served one tour and received an...

May 15, 2017

Floriee Singleton, 67, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2017.  She was born on December 5, 1949 in Edisto Island, South Carolina to the late Eloise Singleton.  She moved to Canton, Ohio in 1969 where she gave her life to God in 1970 under Rev. W.C. Henderson at Antioch Baptist Church.  In 1970 she started her employment at The...

May 14, 2017

Leona Louise "Weezy" Garner, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 14, 2017.  Born July 27, 1957 in  Canton, Ohio.  Preceded in death by her father Robert Garner; mother, Earlene Simpson.  She was a member at Antioch  Baptist Church.  Leona leaves to carry on her love and kindness (2) sons, Kristohper (Amber) Mackey and...

May 12, 2017

Christopher Dee Williams, age 67, passed away on May 12, 2017 at Aultman Hospital with family by his side. Chris was born on December 13, 1949 to John Dee and Eddie Mae Williams.  His mother, father, and brother (Clark Williams) preceded him in death.  He is survived by his sister Carla Williams, ex-wife Gloria Williams, daughters April Morgan (Roy),...

May 12, 2017

Catherine "Kitty" Walters, went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2017. She was born on February 10, 1953 to the late Rosa Davis- Walters. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from East High School in 1971.Kitty united with Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in 1995. She was a faithful choir member "Voices of Galilee" also serving...

May 12, 2017

Beverly Ann Gainer, age 65 departed this life on Friday May 12, 2017 after a brief illness with her mother Margaret, brother Doug, sister Cherie, brother-in-law Maurice, niece Janese, sister/best friend Chris Smith and other close friends and family members Mary/Henry Ash, Odette Martin, Tom Mathis, and Carrilyn Long by her side. Beverly was born August 22, 1951 in...

May 10, 2017

Thad Mattox,  Jr. transition to his heavenly home on May 10th2017 at the Mercy Medical Center.  Born to Thad Mattox Sr. and Sebell  (Faust)Mattox in Carlton, Georgia on April 21st , 1930.Thad will be remembered for his sense of humor quick wit and love of children. Preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy Jane Mattox, and step-sons Dennis...

May 9, 2017

Stacy Da'Shaan Parker, 27, departed this life on Tuesday, May 9, 2017. Stacey was born on June 28, 1989 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Jeri Williams and Steven Parker. Stacey grew up in Barberton, Akron and attended Barberton and Akron Public Schools. He was employed at Walmart. Stacy was an avid sports fan. He particularly loved the CAVS and Lebron...

May 9, 2017

Hattie Lee Roper, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on May 9, 2017.   She was preceded in death by her parents Willie Cleveland and Hattie Howell; her four siblings; beloved mother in law and father n law Annie D. and Earnest Roper; son, Theodore L Roper, Sr.; and grandson, David D. Roper. What can one say...

May 8, 2017

Mary Jane Strachan, age 83, went to be with the Lord on May 8, 2017 after a brief illness.  She was born February 25, 1934 to the late Willie L. Mackey, Sr. and Catherine Mackey.  Mary was a retiree from the Timken Company.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband...

May 6, 2017

Maggie Lena Jones departed this world suddenly on May 6, 2017 at Akron General Medical Center surrounded by her family. Maggie was born December 13, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to the late John (Daddy Jack) and (Mom) Ruth Daniel. Maggie attended Akron Public Schools, and was a lifetime resident of Akron. Maggie made friends wherever she went with her...

May 5, 2017

Loukisha "Kisha" Bradley May 5, 2017 "Kisha" Loukisha Bradley smiled her last smile as she gracefully entered the eternal hereafter, after a hard fought battle with a brief illness.  She courageously entered the arms of Christ as she stepped across Salvation's Threshold.  Kisha was 43 years old.  She was born November 21, 1973, in Buffalo, New York to her...

May 4, 2017

Leroy Robinson, Jr. "Daddy Bud", age 91 went home to be with the Lord on May 4, 2017.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Susie and Leroy Robinson, Sr.; his wife, Elizabeth Robinson; brother, James Robinson; sisters, Elizabeth Singletary, Alice Baker, Lillian Brown; ; daughter, Mary (Jim) Robinson, Cecelia Robinson.  Leroy is survived by his children  Peggy...

May 4, 2017

Sharon J. Valentine, 62, passed away on May 4, 2017 at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. She earned her platinum wings into the land of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born in Akron, Ohio on May 7, 1954 to William E. Valentine Jr. and Barbara J. Valentine. She attended Buchtel High School and graduated in...