Obituaries

Sep 16, 2014

Holly Ann Williams, age 49, was called home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2014. Born on November 01, 1964 to Robert Maske and Myrna (Christian) Lathion. She found a loving home with adoptive parents, Johnnie Williams and Byrdie (Brooks) Toles Williams. Known for her loving nature and creative talents, Holly found freedom expressing herself through writing. As...

Sep 15, 2014

Joe Louis Hill, 78, transitioned from this earthly walk on September 15, 2014. Joe, fondly known as "Crabtree" to family and friends, lived life to the fullest. He traveled all over without restraint but a free spirit guided by the hand of the Lord, he didn't worry about tomorrow, for he knew what God's word said, "Whereas ye know not...

Sep 14, 2014

Safely Home I am home in Heaven, dear ones; oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty in this everlasting light. All the pain and grief is over; Every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, Safely home in Heaven at last. Did you wonder I so calmly Trod the valley of the shade?...

Sep 14, 2014

Hullett C. Rosser Jr. passed away on September 14, 2014. He was born on October 6, 1949 to Hullett C. Rosser Sr and Lula Mae Mills in Anniston, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his father Hullett C. Rosser Sr. He leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife, Lula Mae Foreman; sons, Hullett Rosser III of Kansas, Antonio,...

Sep 13, 2014

Clifford J. Cooke Jr. 88 went home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2014 at Akron City Hospital. He was born on August 14, 1926 in Akron, Ohio to Clifford Cooke Sr. and Clara Smith. He was a member and Deacon at Hills Temple and retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber. He is preceded in death by his...

Sep 12, 2014

Jerome "Lil Rome" Demar Bable 21, departed this earthly life on September 12, 2014. He was born on September 12, 2014. He was born on July 6, 1993 to Kimberly Bable and Jerome Cooper. He was a lover of music, dancing, family and friends. He will be fondly remembered by many. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, Kimberly...

Sep 8, 2014

William E. Callaway Sr. "PaPa" "Bill" went home to be with the Lord on September 8, 2014. He was born on July 31, 1954 to Walter L. Callaway Sr. and Mary V. Smith. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter L. Callaway Sr., grandparents, John T. Smith Sr. and Lois E. Guin; brother, Johnny Smith. He leaves to...

Sep 7, 2014

Deacon Eugene Lawson, 77, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2014, in Macon, GA Survivors incleude his wife, Jonnie Lawson; three children, Larry(Gianna)Lawson, Lavell(Diana)Lawson and Stachia Lawson; six sisters, Eva jackson, Mary Sanders, Geriline Strickland, Katie Scott, Patricia Baugus and Minnie Cannon; six brothers, Freeman Cannon, Wilbur Cannon, earnest(Evawill)Cannon, Leon(Katherine)Cannon, Earl Cannon and Curley Cannon; three grandchildren, Tevin Lawson, Trell Lawson...

Sep 5, 2014

Willie William Durnes affectionately known as "Spook or Billy" went home to be with the Lord on Sept. 5th after a brief illness. He was born in Vance, Mississippi to the late Luvine & Albert Durnes.  The family relocated Canton, Ohio where he attended Burns School and graduated from McKinley High School.  He loved his family & friends. He was...

Sep 4, 2014

Hundlean Dykes was born May 8, 1939 in Huntsville, AL to Thomas & Izlor (Tibbs) Pride, Sr.  Thursday, September 4, 2014 following an extended illness Hundlean  was called home to Glory, to be with the Lord.  She attended McKinley High School .  Hundlean is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas & Izlor Pride, Sr.;brothers :Thomas Jr., Tibbs and her...

Aug 26, 2014

Pastor Martin Wesley Smith passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2014 peacefully surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 20,1944 to the late Sara & Dank Smith in Canton, Ohio. Graduate of McKinley High School and Ashland Theological University with two Masters Degrees. In 1965 He joined the Army, 101st Airborne Division...

Aug 26, 2014

Aug 24, 2014

Thomas Pride, Jr. age 79, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2014 following an extended illness.  Born August 12, 1937 in Huntsville, AL to Thomas and Izlor (Tibbs) Pride, Sr.  He attended McKinley High School; and a US Army Vietnam War Veteran.  He retired from Supervision at Republic Steel and retired from Ryder in Augusta, GA., Preceded in death by his...

Aug 23, 2014

Anthony L McElroy, born October 17, 1965 in Canton,Oh to James and Elizabeth McElroy left this earthly body Thursday August 21, 2014 He graduated from Timken Sr. High School in 1985... Anthony had awesome work ethics that allowed him to give 150% of himself no matter the job! His co-workers @ CTCCC will miss his wisdom, sincerity, humility & love...

Aug 22, 2014

Mary "Faye" Martin age 80, went home to glory August 22, 2014. She was born November 15, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA. She was preceded in death by parents Annie Blue and Charles White, husband Lawrence Martin, sister, Margaret Thomas, brother, William Thomas, sister in laws; Augustine Thomas, Ernestine Bess and brother in law Bill Bess. Faye is survived by her...

Aug 16, 2014

Myrtle Wilcox age 85 departed this earthly life on Aug. 16th 2014 at Mercy Medical Center surrounded by her family. Myrtle was born June 10th 1929 in Mogadore, Oh to the union of the late Robert Sr. and Annie Laura Griffin.  She was a lifelong resident of Ohio and a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. She loved spending time with...

Aug 14, 2014

Aug 13, 2014

Aug 10, 2014

Roosevelt Edwards , age 82,  passed away on August 10, 2014. Roosevelt  was born November 17, 1931 to Julius Battle & Maggie Edwards .  He served his country as an E4 Specialist in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. Roosevelt is preceded in death by his father; Julius Battle, mother; Maggie Edwards, brothers; Willie Whitaker, Clayton Whitaker, &...

Aug 7, 2014

Kayelisa Renee Martin  "KK" was born March 4, 1994, the third of six children to proud parents Sherman Martin Jr. and Odette Avause Martin  in Canton, OH. She was a graduate of Glen Oak High School where she also played basketball and was a member of the dance program. KK also attended Michelle's Dance School.  At  present she was enrolled...