Obituaries

Apr 21, 2025

Ruth Anna (Lucas) Hood  was born in Barnesville to the late Anna Drake and John Lucas Sr. She is the parent of Debrah (Debbie) Hood, Patricia Hood, Linda Andrews, Pamela Hood-Tritt, Brian Hood, Robert Hood Jr. Ruth was an active church member of the Antioch Baptist church before she relocated to San Antonio Texas to join her brother John...

Apr 20, 2025

Willie James Taylor (Hot Rod) passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the age of 85 in Fairlawn, OH.

Willie was born in Selma, AL on 02/15/1940.  Willie moved from Alabama to Akron, OH for better economic opportunities,  he was proud yet humble of his many accomplishments,  especially becoming a welder and the president of...

Apr 17, 2025

Thelma Jo Blackshear, age 88, of Canton, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of Thursday, April 17th, following a recent illness. Born in Alliance, Ohio, on September 15, 1936, she was the youngest of six children of the late Harry Sr. and Eva (Langley) Blackshear. A proud graduate of Alliance High School, Thelma Jo...

Apr 15, 2025

Marilyn k. Jenkins born October 30, 1956, she was born in Akron, Ohio to James Charles (JC) and Alma Jean Mills. She attended Akron public schools Howe elementary and Thornton Jr high, Graduating from south high school in 1975.

Marilyn mills married Minus Jenkins Jr March 15,1977. They had one son Tyrone D Jenkins.

Marilyn...

Apr 13, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for CALVIN SCOTT, JR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 12, 2025

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

Apr 12, 2025

Reddrick Donald Winn was the third of seven children born to Donald M. L. Winn and Barbara J. (Cunningham) Winn. He was born in Canton Ohio. Reddrick attended Roosevelt Elementary school, Hartford Middle school and graduated from Canton McKinley High school in 1973. Reddrick was baptized in the Name of Jesus at Bethel Apostolic Church at the age of...

Apr 12, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Mother Gloria Swint

Mother Gloria Dean Swint was a woman of unwavering faith, deep love, and enduring strength. A devoted wife, nurturing mother, proud grandmother, and friend to many, she lived a life marked by compassion, community, and spiritual devotion.

Born to the late Ervin Russell Sr. and Minnie Avery Russell,...

Apr 12, 2025

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

Apr 10, 2025

Kelly D. Primes, 56, of Akron, Ohio passed away on April 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Kelly was a devoted father, loyal friend, and protector of his family. He found joy in the simple things, spending time with people he loved the most. He also loved watching sports, especially when he had someone to talk...

Apr 10, 2025

Sheryl was born on March 12,1951 in Akron, Ohio at St. Thomas Hospital to Thomas and Dorenda White. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother Aunt and Friend. Sheryl is proceeded in death by her Parents Thomas and Dorenda White, ex Husband Raymond Averiett Sr. Brother Flex Wynn, sister Sarah White Blackmon, Grandson Tyron Phelps, most beloved aunt...

Apr 9, 2025

Clyde Covington, age 74, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, after an extended illness. He was born on June 4, 1950, in Canton, Ohio.

Clyde was preceded in death by his parents, Edward & Carrie Will (Glenn) Covington; his brother, Edward J. Covington Jr.; and his special companion, Donna Lynn Hill-Moore.

A proud graduate of...

Apr 9, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for MARSHA D. CLEVELAND "GOO". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 8, 2025

Starlit Priggett Mosley was 67 years old when she made her transition in Akron, Ohio on April 8, 2025.

Starlit Priggett Mosley was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She graduated from Detroit Public School at an early age and went on to continue her education at Marygrove College. After earning her degree, she pursued a career...

Apr 8, 2025

Richard Woods was born to Sarah Woods-Pratt (Jamie) preceded by Richard Hill. He was called home April 8, 2025 at his residence in Akron, OH. He attended and graduated from East High School. Richard and his love for outdoors was an independent landscaper for years. Richard leaves to cherish his loving and devoted wife Sonia Hale, daughters Rasheeda Jackson...

Apr 7, 2025

Arnold Butler, age 91, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025 after a brief illness. He was born in Newton, Georgia on March 9, 1934 to Leola Burns and Steve Butler. Arnold is preceded in death by his father, Steve Butler; and his mother; Leola Burns Quimbly; brother, Joe Butler; grandson, Marcellius Hudson; granddaughter, Delia Butler;...

Apr 5, 2025

Mr. Alfred Jordan was born October 23 1929 to the union of the late William and Cora Jordan in Columbus Mississippi. Alfred went home to be the Lord on April 5th 2025

Alfred was a member of the US Army during the Korean War being honorably discharged in 1953 shortly after he moved to Akron to be...

Apr 5, 2025

Lillie Stokes passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family April 5, 2025. She was born in Macon, Georgia and was the baby child of nine children. She was preceded in death by her father Edmund Harden Sr and mother Iola Harden, husband Frank Stokes Sr, brothers Richard Harden, David Harden, Edmund Harden Jr, Charles Harden and sisters...

Apr 4, 2025

Harry L. Gaiter Jr. affectionately known as "Junebug" and "Junior" was born on February 18, 1980 to Harry L. Gaiter Sr. and Bonnie Edwards in Fairbanks, Alaska. He departed this life far too soon, leaving behind countless memories of laughter & love.

A proud student of Firestone High School. Harry was a standout athlete, dedicating himself to...

Apr 4, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for JOSEPH VEARNON, SR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.