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Jamar E. Johnson
Aug 19, 2013
On August 19, 2013, our beloved, Jamar E. Johnson passed away unexpectedly.  God decided it was time for one of His angels to come home  Jamar was born on June 15, 1938.  He attended Timken High School and later received his diploma.  He was currently pursuing a degree in Business Management at Stark State Technical College.  He was an avid...
Sadie M. Burton
Aug 17, 2013
Ms. Sadie M. Burton was born to the late Robert C. Burton, Jr., and Diania Burton on March 13, 1971 in Eutaw, Alabama.  She confessed faith in Christ at an early age and joined Deliverance Christian Ministries of Canton, OH.  She leaves to cherish her precious memories a son, Justin Lamar Burton; a daughter, Shmara Bona Washington, both of Canton,...
Thevenin Ledan Terrell
Aug 16, 2013
Thevenin LeDan Terrell, 19, born in Canton, OH on August 19, 1993, departed this life August 16, 2013.  He was baptized at People' Baptist Church.  Thevenin was preceded in death by his aunt, Daniela "Sister" Terrell; cousins, Linwell Brown and Tiffany Freeman; and great grandfather, Samford Simmons.  He leaves to cherish his memories, his mother, Carmen Hill (Tito) Williams; father,...
Michael Anthony Brown
Aug 16, 2013
Michael Anthony Brown, better known as "Mike" or "Mike Mike" by his family and friends, passed away abruptly on August 16, 2013. He was born July 25, 1994 to Malita Brown in Canton, OH. Mike was recognized by his awesome basketball playing in Jumpertown High School in Mississippi.  He was known for his smile, big eyes and sense of humor....
Edith Smith
Aug 9, 2013
Edith Smith was born on January 30, 1909 in Sylva, NC to the late Garfield and Lillian Love-Cox.  She passed away August 9, 2013.  She was a member of Hills Temple First Born Church of the Living God for over 70 years.  She received a proclamation from President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama recognizing her for living to be...
Doris L. Smith
Aug 9, 2013
Doris L. Smith, 55, went home to be with the Lord on August 9th, 2013 after a long term illness. She was born to and preceded in death by parents William and Harriet Ann Rogers. Doris graduated from Buchtel High School. She was a dedicated employee of Akron Children's Hospital for over 20 years and a faithful member of Church...
Janet B Earley
Aug 8, 2013
On August 8, 2013, Janet B. Earley, age 80, went home to be with the Lord.  She was born on September 13, 1932 in Massillon, Ohio; the  daughter of Cora and Joe Tome.  She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. Preceding her in death are her parents; Cora and Joe Tome; husbands, Edward Pruitt and...
Barbara Jean Thomas
Aug 2, 2013
Barbara Jean Thomas, affectionately known as BJ went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 2, 2013.  Born in March of 1945 in Masonville, NJ, Barbara was a longtime resident of Pemberton Township, NJ and later moved to Akron, OH after raising her family.  A long time resident of the Spring Hill Community, she became the grandmother...
Joe C. Matthews
Aug 2, 2013
Joe C. Mathews, 85, passed away August 2, 2013.  He was born in Tifton County, Georgia.  He was a member of St. John CME Church where he served on the Usher Board and had been employed at Burger Iron. He was preceded in death by his parents.  he leaves to cherish his memory, wife Lila Mathews; special niece  Nedra Johnson...
Johnnie Mae Henderson
Jul 28, 2013
On July 28, 2013, Johnnie Mae Henderson went home to be with the Lord in Canton, OH.  She was born February 22, 1934 in Marshallville, GA to Roosevelt and Eva Lowe.  Johnnie Mae was a resident of Canton, OH for over 70 years.  She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James Henderson.  She leaves to cherish her wonderful...
Odis Ryce Jr.
Jul 26, 2013
Odis Ryce Jr., 82, passed away at Akron City Hospital.  He was born in Noble Lake, Arkansas and was a US Army Veteran.  He retired as a Mail Handler from the US Postal Service and North Star Asphalt Co. after 30 years of service and he also  belonged to the  Mail Handlers Local #304 and the Laborers Union 892. He...
Ovella Mclin
Jul 23, 2013
Mrs. Ovella McLin, age 88, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2013.  She was born June 26, 1925 in Limestone County, Alabama to George and Rosie Williams. Ovella attended Greenbriar school.  After graduation, she married Elijah McLin and relocated to Ohio.  To this union were born 5 children. Ovella worked at Aultman Hospital for a short period and was a homemaker.  ...
Wayne Douglas Jamerson
Jul 19, 2013
Wayne Douglas Jamerson was born August 29, 1949 in Canton, OH; and departed this life July 19, 2013.  Wayne was employed at Timken Roller Bearing Company for many years until his illness.  He was an Army Veteran, serving in Vietnam from 1970 to 1972.  He was  a graduate of McKinley High School and received an Associates degree in Business Management...
Hatie Mae Haines (Coker)
Jul 16, 2013
Hattie Mae Haines (Coker) 91, enter the gates of heaven on July 16, 2013. She was born January 6, 1921 in Greenville, SC to the late Leo and Hartez Coker. Hattie attended Akron Public Schools where she graduated from East High School. She met and married the love of her life Herbert Haines, Sr. on November 25, 1942. They were...
Jerrold Allen Marshall, Sr.
Jul 12, 2013
Jerrold Allen Marshall, Sr., age 47, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 12, 2013 in Canton, OH.  He was born August 20, 1965 to the late James Fletcher and Barbara Jean Stokes-Marshall. Jerrold was a 1985 graduate of Glen Oak high school.  He was a respectful, loyal and kindhearted person - a great husband; and a great father.  Jerrold was...
Norman Austin
Jul 11, 2013
Norman Austin was born In Wetumpka, Alabama on October 10, 1917 to the union of the late George Austin, Sr. and Lovie B. Austin (Floyd).  Along with his parents and two younger brothers, Norman moved to Covington, Kentucky.  He graduated from William Grant High School and attended Pepperdine University in California on an academic scholarship.  In Covington, he met and...
Rayann Joi Pope
Jul 1, 2013
God's Little Angel, RayAnn Joi Pope was born July 1, 2013 at 4:27AM.  Short lived but she touched all of our hearts.  RayAnn was born to Shaquila Lane and Anthony Pope.  She leaves to cherish her memnory: her twin sister, ShyAnn Ja'ne Pope; grandparents, Regina Randolph (Canton, OH), James Johnson, Jr., (NC), Carol Dawson (NC), Andre Jones (CT); great grandparents,...
Angelia M. Goodman
Jun 16, 2013
Angelia M. Goodman, age 46, went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2013 at University Hospitals.  She was born in Canton, Ohio on January 27, 1967 to Evelyn L. Gillespie and Benny Goodman. Angelia accepted Christ at an early age.  She attended Canton city schools and was a former employee of Cardinal Hometown Supermarket until her health...
Mary F. Owens-Tucker
Jun 10, 2013
Mary F. Owens-Tucker Mary Francis passed away June 10, 2013 at Barberton Citizens Hospital.  Mary was born in Pikeville, KY. March 5, 1940 and lived in the Akron and Barberton area most of her life  Mar retired from Nursing after 27 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Will and Rosilee Owens,and brothers Johnnie and Ernest Owens.  Mary...
