Obituaries

Jun 14, 2016

Kimberly R. Henderson, departed this life on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at the age of 49 she was born in Akron, Ohio to her parents, Adam Pierce and Luellen Henderson on December 31, 1966. She was a member of Mt. Haven Baptist Church and Good Timers Bowling League.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Luellen...

Jun 12, 2016

Irene McDonald Henderson transitioned into the realm of the ancestors June 12, 2016. She is survived by her only child Sean M. Henderson and father, Richard Henderson, Jr. Also remaining to carry her spirit on are 2 siblings, 3 nephews, 1 niece and several great and great- great nieces and nephews. Interment was held at Ohio Western Reserve National...

Jun 12, 2016

Jannean Raye Martin returned to her heavenly home on June 12, 2016 after an extended illness.  Her strong will to live, unwavering faith in God and the love, prayers and support of her family and friends carried her through.  Jannean was blessed with a large and loving family.  She was born to the union of Clara (Settles) and the...

Jun 9, 2016

Kimberla R. McAdory, 46, transitioned home to be with the Lord on June 9, 2016. She was a resident of this community and was born in Akron, Ohio on July 22, 1969 to her parents, Jesse McAdory and Willie Mae Hopkins. She leaves behind to cherish her loving memory her sons, Steven, Chamar and Shawn McAdory; daughter, Rachel McAdory;...

Jun 8, 2016

Deacon Calvin L. Thomas, 83 went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2016. He was born on November 20, 1932. He was a faithful member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he served as chairman of the Deacon Board. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mother Lucille Thomas and his sons, Alvin and Timothy...

Jun 7, 2016

Mrs. Lettie Bell Toney, 85, was born October 28, 1930 in Pleasant Hill,   Alabama to the late Eula Smith and John Brown. She went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and quilting and is a proud member of the body of Christ and was...

Jun 7, 2016

Bobbi Jean Walker Thomas, age 63, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 7, 2016 after an extended illness. Bobbi was born June 28, 1952 to the late James Walker and N.L. Walker both of Canton. She was an active faithful member of Antioch Baptist Church. Bobbi worked diligently with Sisters United   Ministry Luncheon and headed the...

Jun 6, 2016

Vera Jean Kelley was born on March 24, 1919. She went home to be with the Lord on June 6, 2016. Vera was a life-long member of Asbury Chapel A.M.E. Church, where she was a faithful warrior until her health began to decline. Vera loved to sing and praise the Lord. She sang in the choir and taught Sunday...

Jun 5, 2016

Robert Henry Harris, (Popcorn) age 80, he was born July 23, 1935 in Gay Georgia, to the late Eugene and Mattie Lou Harris. He transitioned from this life, to be with the Lord, June 5, 2016. He was seventh of fourteen children. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and personel savior. He attended Canton City School Systems. He...

May 31, 2016

On  Tuesday, May 31, 2016, Marvella Jackson transitioned to her heavenly resting place. Marvella, age 66, was born February 7, 1950 to the late Marvel and Burnell Kelly. She was the youngest of three daughters. A life-long resident of Canton, Marvella was educated in Canton public schools and was a graduate of McKinley High School. She met her husband...

May 29, 2016

Grady L. Tanner, 69, departed from this earthly life on May 29, 2016.

He was born in Eastman, Ga and had lived in the Akron, OH community for about 30 years.

Grady enjoyed fishing and had dedicated himself to his self owned construction company for many years.

Preceded in death by his parents,...

May 25, 2016

Ashley Munford, age 33, went home to be with the Lord on May 25, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Canton, Ohio on January 7, 1983 to Ingram Munford and Walter Singletery, Jr. she is the beloved mother of her (3) daughters, Asjianna, Aunesty and Aubree.  Ashley attended Canton City Schools and was a member of...

May 24, 2016

Eloise D. Hightower transitioned Home to be with the Lord on May 24,2016 at the blessed age of 82. She was born on May 27, 1933 in Akron, Ohio to her parents, George Washington and Annie Frances Averitte.

Eloise is preceded in death by her parents and other relatives.

To forever cherish her loving memory...

May 24, 2016

Irma Jean "Dean" Flood of Canton, Ohio departed this life on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, at The Laurels of Canton, Canton, Ohio. She was born June 19, 1953, in Henry County, to George M. Annie Lee Hairston Flood. She graduated from George Washington Carver High School in 1971 an Virginia State College in 1975. Irma was employed by Republic...

May 23, 2016

Annie Belle Boykin was born in Brooksville, Mississippi in 1936 to Louise Moore and Robert Thomas. She spent her early years with her grandmother Bett Moore. At an early age she joined the Prayer Grove Baptist Church. After moving to Akron she joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Later in her teens she moved to Columbus, Mississippi where she lived...

May 6, 2016

Louiese Marie Shipp, age 99 years old died on Friday, May 6, 2016, in peace at home surrounded by her family members. She was born August 4, 1916 in Lincolnton, NC. She is preceeded in death by her mother and father McClain and Ruby Johnson, 3 brothers Mack, Edward Lee and Thomas, and 2 sisters Elizabeth and Georgia Mae...

Apr 30, 2016

Kenneth O. Atcherson, age 67, of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on April 30, 2016 in Canton, Ohio. Kenny was born to the late Mildred and John Mitchell on May 3, 1949. He attended school in Cleveland, Ohio. On December 29, 1976, Kenny married the love of his life, Lois Hines. After 20 years of dedicated service as a construction worker,...

Apr 29, 2016

Doris Loretta (Layton) Spencer, age 82, 0f Canton, Ohio passed away on Friday, April 29, 2016. She was born in Columbus, Mississippi, September 19, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Willie J. and Minnie F. (Powell) Layton. Loretta was a graduate of McKinley High School class of 1954, and retired from Superior Switchboard. She was a long...

Apr 27, 2016

Leandous "Biggie" Ivora Harvey, was born July 7, 1978 in Columbus, Ohio and departed this life on Wednesday April 27, 2016.  Born to Andrew Lee  Harvey and Barbara Ann Gray Harvey,  Leandous moved to Canton at a young age and attended McKinley High School.  Leandous  enjoyed working with his hands.  His work consisted of dry walling and other carpentry skills.  ...

Apr 27, 2016

Mr. Howard McKinley Robinson Sr. submitted himself to the will of God on April 27, 2016 in Canton, Ohio at the age of 86. He is survived by his children whom he referred to as his "Full House", Howard (Denise) Robinson Jr., Kathy (Gary) Perrin, Anita (Rasheed) Robinson-Muhammad, Robbie (Krystal) Robinson, foster Child, Rinaldo Barkley Jr. and special daughter Lynette...