Obituaries

May 31, 2025

Brodrick Douglas Brown"Brock" transitioned from this life at St Francis Downtown in South Carolina on Saturday, May 31st, 2025. He was born September 9,1958 in Pell City, Alabama to the late Travis Brown and Margaret Houston Brown. He lived in Alabama until he was 7 and moved to Cleveland Ohio, living with his Grandma.

He lived in...

May 29, 2025

Timothy "Tim" Williams, {78}, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was known for his Golden Voice and his unwavering love for his family. Tim was a caring, loving, and strong family man. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Frances Wiliams, his children, Tammie and Ti 'auna Williams,...

May 28, 2025

Joshmere Muhammad was born on May 18, 1994, in Akron, Ohio, to Towanda Dawson and Arthur Goodwin. From an early age, Josh exhibited a passion for sports, leadership, and community qualities that shaped his path throughout life. Josh graduated from East High School in Akron in 2012, where he proudly played as a defensive end on the football team. ...

May 28, 2025

Rev. Frank Eugene, 71, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025. Born on December 2, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Frank lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to others. Frank was the beloved husband of the late Patricia Penn (Carter), with whom he shared a deep and enduring bond. He was the cherished...

May 28, 2025

Doretha James, age 73, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama peacefully passed away May 28, 2025 in the presence of Jesus Christ and her loved ones.

Born October 17, 1951 to the late Elmore James Sr. and Dorine Dukes.  Dorotha will be profoundly missed as she embarks on a journey to honor her life and legacy alongside her brothers, Jimmy...

May 26, 2025

Kathleen Thompson peacefully transitioned from this life on May 26, 2025, at McKinley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Canton, Ohio. She was born on January 26, 1953, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Robert Lee Waters Sr. and Hattie Mae Waters.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, her only son Richard Wright Jr. whom she...

May 21, 2025

Deacon Donald Eugene Tarver was called home to heaven on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at age 92. On December 31, 1932, Don Tarver was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Fort and Mary Tarver.

Deacon Tarver accepted Christ at an early age and received his early religious instruction at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. As a longtime...

May 18, 2025

Anthony Jerome Kindall made a peaceful transition to his heavenly father on May 18, 2025.  Anthony J Kindall was born on May 5, 1959, to William and Ruth Kindall. He was a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio graduating from Butchel High School.

Anthony served in the Marines. He was a factory worker and enjoy doing physical labor...

May 17, 2025

Samuel Lewis Smith " Sam " 75 of Akron,  Ohio transitioned unexpectedly on Saturday May 17, 2025.

Sam was born March 2, 1950 to Hattie Mae Rogers and Mack McCurry

He lived all of His life in Akron, Ohio attending Akron Public Schools and graduating from John R. Buchtel High School in the class of...

May 15, 2025

Sallie McCall Kight, a devoted woman of faith and a beloved member of the Akron community, was born on July 23, 1954, in Meridian, Mississippi, and went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2025, at the age of 70.

Sallie moved with her family to Akron, Ohio, where she graduated from East High School in...

May 15, 2025

Steven Edward Williams, Sr., a proud U.S. Navy veteran, father, and spirited soul with a love for laughter and song, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025 at the age of 68, after living courageously with Parkinson's disease and memory loss.

Born on June 29, 1956 in Canton, Ohio, Steven was the son of the late Reynold...

May 14, 2025

Shawntai Denise Daivs was born on March 31, 1992, to the proud parents of Derek Davis, Sr. and Bridgette Harris. God called Shawntai Home on May 14, 2025.

Shawntai was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated in 2010 from Firestone High School. Shawntai has worked various jobs and loved spending...

May 13, 2025

God called Kevin Anderson home on Tuesday, May 13,2025 and Kevin answered.

Kevin was born in Akron, Ohio at Akron General Hospital on August 19,1956. He attended Maple Valley,Schumacher,Boyer, Schrop Jr. High and graduated from Springfield High School on June 12,1975. Kevin completed one year in Business Administration at Stark State College in North Canton before attending...

May 12, 2025

Our Heavenly Father, in his infinite mercy and grace, called home his beloved child Leonard "Fruit" Johnson on May 12, 2025. Leonard was changed from corruptible into incorruptible through his faith in our Savior Jesus Christ.

Leonard was born on March 24, 1953, to his late, loving parents, Ella Dean Edwards and Fletcher Johnson in Barberton, Ohio....

May 11, 2025

Jeffrey Allen Keyes was born on September 3, 1983, in Barberton, Ohio, to the proud parents of Glenda Keyes-Stevens and Gregory Allen Chambers. He departed this life on May 11, 2025, at Akron City Hospital.

Jeffrey was baptized in Jesus Name at Community Holiness Church in Barberton, Ohio Under the leadership of the late Deacon Marvin Cheatham....

May 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Willie Johnson, 1/17/44 -5/10/25, 80, of Akron Ohio. Willie is preceded in passing by his father WC Kimbrough and Silas Johnson, his loving mother Lillian Matthews Thomas, Sister Juanita Ivey, and brother Jerry Johnson, as well survived his loving wife Lanina Johnson, his three children Tamara Johnson Dorsey Dale (LaToya) Johnson,...

May 9, 2025

Samuel Williams, III was born February 8, 1989 and departed this life May 9, 2025. He was born in Akron, Ohio and attended Akron Public Schools.

Samuel was preceded in death by sister Elizabeth Chambliss, brother-in-law Ian Boykin, grandparents Samuel & Dorothy Williams, Robert Proctor, Herman & Norvia Baines and aunt Maricia Pruiett.

Left to...

May 8, 2025

Stephon Juwan Dunn born February 12th 2004 in Canton Ohio and was sent to his eternal home Suddenly on May 8th 2025 He was the beloved son if Rachel Sisson and James Ballard Jr Stephon was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked...

May 4, 2025

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

May 3, 2025

Judah Jesus Nash was born on December 13, 2024 and passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2025.

Judah had a wonderful smile. He was a very loving and happy baby. He loved his mom the most. She would look at him and he would just smile at her. He also loved all of his brothers and sister....