Obituaries

Oct 14, 2016

Daisy Lee Adams, Alliance, OH, whom we loved very much, departed life on Friday, October 14, 2016.  Daisy was born November 4, 1945 to the late Edward and Annie Bell (Nicholson) Watson and was a lifelong resident of Alliance, OH.  Daisy retired from Worthington, Industry.  Daisy accepted and loved the Lord.  She dearly loved her children, grand and great-grand...

Oct 12, 2016

Mary E. Griffin, 85 went home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2016.

Oct 11, 2016

Cumi Madison Merriweather, age 76, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2016. She was raised in Troy, Alabama and attended Roger/Pike County School. She was a member of Rock West Baptist Church in Goshen,  Alabama where she was a soloist in the choir and most recently she was a member of  Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church...

Oct 9, 2016

Steven James Byrd went home to be with the Lord on October 9, 2016.  Steven was preceded in death by his parents James Asa and Laurie Sue Byrd; brothers, Jefferes H. Byrd, Bobby Wells, and Donald Wells.  He leaves to cherish his memory his sisters; Patricia Wells, Jacquelynne Brown, Sherry "Shirl" Morgan ( Steve); brother, Gary Wells; uncle, Jesse...

Oct 5, 2016

Gretchen Denise Lytle Brown Smith was born in Steubenville, Ohio on January 17, 1956to Lois V. Christian Lytle and Donald Lytle, Sr.  Gretchen passed into eternal peace on  October 5, 2016.  She was a graduated of Timken High School and was employed at the YMCA, Harter Bank and Canton Health Care.  Preceded in death by her ; grandparents ,...

Oct 4, 2016

On Tuesday, October 4, 2016, Henry E. Jackson transitioned to his heavenly resting place.  Henry, age 67, was born November 12, 1948 to the late Carrie E. and Lloyd Jackson, Sr. He was the youngest of 16 children. Henry was born and raised in Clayton, Alabama. He was educated at the Barbour County Training School, where he found a...

Oct 3, 2016

Phyllis J. Taylor departed this life on Monday, October 3, 2016, after a gradual decline in health.  She was surrounded and supported by her loving family and caregivers during the last days of her life.  Phyllis was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to Eleanor and Charles Broyles, Sr.  She was a member of Livingstone Christian Fellowship Church under the leadership...

Sep 30, 2016

Elder Wilbur L. Williams 1942-2016, age 73, passed away on September 30, 2016. He was born on October 16, 1942 the son of Blue & Odell Williams. Wilbur was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving family; wife Charlotte Lucas Williams; children, Melanie Williams, Danselle Williams, Alfonza Williams and Wilbur Williams, Jr.; brother, Elder...

Sep 20, 2016

Ludie Frank Evans Lancaster made her transition to be with the Lord September 20th, 2016. Mother Lancaster was born February 8th, 1918 to the late Robert B. and Mary Lenar Evans in Hartford, Ct. Mother Ludie received her formal education in the Hartford, Ct school district. Mother Lancaster was saved at a very young age and served the Lord...

Sep 15, 2016

Stacy Evans Curtice, age 41, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Stacy was born on May 3, 1975 to proud parents    Diane and Danny Evans. The eldest of five children in a very close-knit family Stacy was the protector, always caring for her younger siblings. With a sincere heart, a warm smile that...

Sep 15, 2016

John Penson, 40, was born on October 4, 1975 to John and Ida Penson in Akron, OH. John or Junior as he was known by many was a fun loving person who loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was the youngest of 7 kids. Being the baby came with special privileges and for John that meant...

Sep 12, 2016

John Shannon Stevenson, Sr. was born November 25, 1973 to Joyce Stevenson Russell and John W. Russell in Canton, Ohio.  He departed this life on September 12, 2016.  John graduated from Perry High School in 1992 with honors in track, wrestling and football.  He attended North Coast Medical Academy, specializing in massage therapy.  John was baptized in Jesus' name...

Sep 11, 2016

Kathryn D. Parson, departed this life to be with the Lord on September 11, 2016 at the age of 58. She was born on January 10, 1958 to her parents, Leroy and Janice Parson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Janice Parson; brother, Phillip Parson; grandmothers, Kathryn Millirons and Elizabeth Cook.

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Sep 8, 2016

Thurman L. James departed this earthly life on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Stone Crossing Nursing Home after an extended illness. Thurman was born   December 1, 1950 to the late Harold Arthur James and Beatrice L. Hill. He lived in Canton, Ohio all of his life and attended McKinley Sr. High School. In addition to his parents Thurman was...

Sep 6, 2016

Florence Elaine Settles

Proverbs 31:25 She is clothed in strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.

Florence Elaine Settles affectionately known as "Pookie" transitioned to heaven to be with the Lord, Tuesday, September 6, 2016. she was born October 29, 1948 in Canton, Ohio to the late Ada Milan Gorman and...

Sep 6, 2016

Robbie Leon Robinson affectionately known as "Uncle Rob"and/or "Robbo" made his transition to heaven on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. Born on July 13, 1961 in Canton, Ohio to the late Eula P. and Howard Robinson, Sr. He was a 1979 graduate of McKinley Sr. High School.  Robbie retired from Aultman Hospital, and was employed by Graco until the time...

Sep 6, 2016

Matthew Smith, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on September 6, 2016. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosie Richardson; (2) sisters, Matilda Smith Hawkins and Maxine Richardson. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Vivian Smith; one very special daughter Tuesday (Pete Johnson) Stokes; (3) sons, Matthew (Alfreda) Smith, Jr., Louis Smith, Trey Smith; step-son, Charles...

Sep 5, 2016

Betty J. Williams passed away on September 5, 2016, after a short illness.  She was born on October 23, 1936 in Wetumpka, Alabama, to Lillie Mae Bozeman and Robert J. Nolen. She retired from Akron City (Summa) Hospital's Dietary Department after 42 years of exemplary service.  She was an active member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church where she was...

Sep 5, 2016

Christopher Gibson Born November 3, 1957 and passed away September 5, 2016 after an extended illness. He is preceded in death by his (Mother) Anna Gibson, (Father) Wilbert Gibson, and (2 sisters) Carole Gibson, and Joann Gibson.  He is survived by his wife Dianne Gibson, (2 sisters) Sharon Gibson and Janice Smith, and a host of niece's, nephews, and...

Sep 4, 2016

Johnny Levell Irvin, 48, passed away September 4, 2016 at Akron City Hospital. He was born in Akron, Ohio and had lived in the community all of his life.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Louise Irvin; grandparents, Frezell and Willie Irvin; aunt, Sadie Mae Bell; uncle, Prentice "Sinbad" Irvin; cousins, Dawn Renee Irvin and...