Obituaries

May 18, 2025

Anthony Jerome Kindall made a peaceful transition to his heavenly father on May 18, 2025.  Anthony J Kindall was born on May 5, 1959, to William and Ruth Kindall. He was a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio graduating from Butchel High School.

Anthony served in the Marines. He was a factory worker and enjoy doing physical labor...

May 17, 2025

Samuel Lewis Smith " Sam " 75 of Akron,  Ohio transitioned unexpectedly on Saturday May 17, 2025.

Sam was born March 2, 1950 to Hattie Mae Rogers and Mack McCurry

He lived all of His life in Akron, Ohio attending Akron Public Schools and graduating from John R. Buchtel High School in the class of...

May 15, 2025

Sallie McCall Kight, a devoted woman of faith and a beloved member of the Akron community, was born on July 23, 1954, in Meridian, Mississippi, and went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2025, at the age of 70.

Sallie moved with her family to Akron, Ohio, where she graduated from East High School in...

May 15, 2025

Steven Edward Williams, Sr., a proud U.S. Navy veteran, father, and spirited soul with a love for laughter and song, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025 at the age of 68, after living courageously with Parkinson's disease and memory loss.

Born on June 29, 1956 in Canton, Ohio, Steven was the son of the late Reynold...

May 14, 2025

Shawntai Denise Daivs was born on March 31, 1992, to the proud parents of Derek Davis, Sr. and Bridgette Harris. God called Shawntai Home on May 14, 2025.

Shawntai was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated in 2010 from Firestone High School. Shawntai has worked various jobs and loved spending...

May 13, 2025

God called Kevin Anderson home on Tuesday, May 13,2025 and Kevin answered.

Kevin was born in Akron, Ohio at Akron General Hospital on August 19,1956. He attended Maple Valley,Schumacher,Boyer, Schrop Jr. High and graduated from Springfield High School on June 12,1975. Kevin completed one year in Business Administration at Stark State College in North Canton before attending...

May 12, 2025

Our Heavenly Father, in his infinite mercy and grace, called home his beloved child Leonard "Fruit" Johnson on May 12, 2025. Leonard was changed from corruptible into incorruptible through his faith in our Savior Jesus Christ.

Leonard was born on March 24, 1953, to his late, loving parents, Ella Dean Edwards and Fletcher Johnson in Barberton, Ohio....

May 11, 2025

Jeffrey Allen Keyes was born on September 3, 1983, in Barberton, Ohio, to the proud parents of Glenda Keyes-Stevens and Gregory Allen Chambers. He departed this life on May 11, 2025, at Akron City Hospital.

Jeffrey was baptized in Jesus Name at Community Holiness Church in Barberton, Ohio Under the leadership of the late Deacon Marvin Cheatham....

May 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Willie Johnson, 1/17/44 -5/10/25, 80, of Akron Ohio. Willie is preceded in passing by his father WC Kimbrough and Silas Johnson, his loving mother Lillian Matthews Thomas, Sister Juanita Ivey, and brother Jerry Johnson, as well survived his loving wife Lanina Johnson, his three children Tamara Johnson Dorsey Dale (LaToya) Johnson,...

May 9, 2025

Samuel Williams, III was born February 8, 1989 and departed this life May 9, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio and attended Akron Public Schools.

Samuel was preceded in death by sister Elizabeth Chambliss, brother-in-law Ian Boykin, grandparents Samuel & Dorothy Williams, Robert Proctor, Herman & Norvia Baines and aunt Maricia Pruiett.

Left to...

May 8, 2025

Stephon Juwan Dunn born February 12th 2004 in Canton Ohio and was sent to his eternal home Suddenly on May 8th 2025 He was the beloved son if Rachel Sisson and James Ballard Jr Stephon was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked...

May 4, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for JOHNNIE M. MILLS. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

May 3, 2025

Judah Jesus Nash was born on December 13, 2024 and passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2025.

Judah had a wonderful smile. He was a very loving and happy baby. He loved his mom the most. She would look at him and he would just smile at her. He also loved all of his brothers and sister....

May 2, 2025

On May 2nd 2025 Dorothy Fairry-Heller received her wings ascending to heaven with Our Father. She reunited with her husband Willie Heller and two youngest sons Kevin & Clifton Heller. Repass will be held at Kingdom Bible Missionary Baptist Church 421 West Thornton St. Akron OH, Pastor Shirley Swain following services. If you would like to send gifts of...

May 1, 2025

Linda D. Murkins, age 70, of Akron, Ohio passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born on August 14, 1954, to Eula Mae Murkins and Earl Lee Gard. She was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. Linda will be remembered for her unwavering strength and willingness to help anyone in...

Apr 30, 2025

Nathan Simmons, age 65, was born to the late Leo R. Simmons and Sarah F. Simmons on June 15, 1959 in Barberton, Ohio.  He was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio until he departed this life on April 30, 2025.

Nathan graduated from Buchtel High School and served in the Marine Corps.  He worked as a maintenance...

Apr 28, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for CLAUDIUS GRANT. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 27, 2025

Denise Nicole Hughley, 45, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Akron General Medical Center. She was born on September 2, 1979, in Akron, Ohio to Ralph and Phyllis Hughley.

Denise is preceded in death by her grandparents, Joe N. Roberts and Issie Brown and Winston and Carrie McHargh.

She leaves to cherish her...

Apr 22, 2025

Valerie Marcel Dardie (58 Years Old) gained her wings  April 22nd,2025. Valerie was born April 29th, 1966, to Father Joseph C. (Chill) Russell Sr., and Mother Pearly Mae Deloris (Lois) Clemmons. Valerie was the 5th child born, of 10 siblings. She graduated from Garfield High School in 1984. Valerie continued her education as a cosmetologist for a short period ...

Apr 21, 2025

Robert Leon Brooks, Jr., was born to the late Robert Leon Brooks, Sr., and Jessie Lee (Burns) Brooks, in Garland, (Butler County) Alabama, on December 26, 1931. He was twice married to the late Rumilla B. (Sadler) and Zola B. (Jackson-Stembridge) Brooks, respectively.  He entered rest due to congestive heart failure on April 21, 2025, at Green Village Skilled...