Obituaries

Jan 16, 2025

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

Jan 14, 2025

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

Jan 13, 2025

Wayne Bowden age 70 passed away on January 13, 2025, Wayne was born May 25,1954 he was a lifelong resident of Akron Ohio.

He attended Akron public schools, graduated from North High School in 1972. He enjoyed reading, playing football but most of all he loved teaching youth about the game.

Wayne loved his nieces...

Jan 13, 2025

Darlene Atchinson, 67, was called to Eternal Rest on January 13, 2025, at Western Reserve Hospital. Darlene was born in Birmingham, Alabama and moved to Akron, Ohio at an early age. She graduated from North High School and worked at Northcoast Behavioral Hospital retiring several years ago.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Authreen Cooper;...

Jan 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carmilla Brazil. She was born on July 18, 1967, and passed away on January 11, 2025, at the age of 57; she was a long-time resident of Akron, OH. Carmilla was a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend; a beautiful soul who would help anyone. She enjoyed...

Jan 11, 2025

On January 11, 2025, at the age of 65, Sandra Denise Calhoun transitioned to her eternal home with the Lord. Sandra, affectionately known by many as "Mama Calhoun," was born on September 16, 1959, to parents Leroy Calhoun Sr. and Betty (Walker) Calhoun. She was raised in Akron, OH, alongside her four brothers. As the only girl, she developed...

Jan 10, 2025

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

Jan 10, 2025

Brian A Thomas, age 59, passed away on January 10, 2025 in Canton, Ohio. Brian was born on July 15, 1965 in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is preceded In death by his loving mother Sheila Howard and his father S.V Thomas. Brian's favorite hobbies included working on cars with his nephew and niece, fishing, camping and stupidvising any...

Jan 9, 2025

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

Jan 9, 2025

Patricia Louis Coppinger-Gardner was born in Akron, Ohio on March 23, 1952. She went Home to be with the Lord peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2025.

Patricia was an ordained minister for over 30 years, and she also worked as a nursing assistant. Patricia served as a Black Panther in her community during her early...

Jan 9, 2025

Richard F. Aldridge, 78, of Canton, Ohio, peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, January 9, 2025. Born on August 6, 1946, in Marion, Alabama, Richard was the cherished son of the late John and Marian Aldridge. Richard graduated in 1966 from Lincoln High School in Marion, Alabama. As a young boy, Richard relocated to Canton, Ohio, where he built...

Jan 6, 2025

Gloria J. Goodwell (Daggett) was born June 6,1941 to Minnie and L.C. Daggett in Montgomery, Alabama.  Raised on the Eastside of Akron, Ohio, she attended Akron East High School graduating in 1959. On January 6, 2025, she was called to rest in God's garden of eternal rest.  She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend.

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Jan 4, 2025

Thomas Garfield McCorvey passed away on January 4, 2025, after short illness. He was born in Akron, Ohio on March 10, 1951, and attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from Hower High School.

Thomas went on to graduate from Lane College in Jackson Tennessee.  He attended Lane College on a full basketball scholarship where he also joined the...

Jan 3, 2025

Paul L. Brown Sr., age 77 - son of Saul L. Brown, Jr. and Inez Brown - was born October 8, 1947, in Fairfax, West Virginia. Paul professed Christ at an early age and became a member of Providence Baptist Church in Akron, Ohio, under the pastorage of Rev. J.W. Wheeler. He was a graduate of Buchtel High School....

Dec 31, 2024

Gail M. Maske was born September 03, 1965, to Charles and Aleta Seymour (who preceded her in death). She was the fifth child of the six to Charles and Aleta Seymour of which one preceded her in death; her sister: Jerilynn Seymour. She is survived by her two sons, Keith (India) Maske II (Canton, Ohio) and Kevin (Nicole) Maske...

Dec 30, 2024

Edward Jerome Paige was born August 5, 1960 in Miami Florida, to the late Willie James Paige and Minnie Helen Bushner. He was the baby boy of his mother's children.

Edward Jerome Paige's high school education began at East High School in Akron, Ohio where he then decided, in 12th grade, to become a dedicated United States...

Dec 27, 2024

Mamie L Davis went home to be with the Lord on December 27, 2024, after a short Illness.

Mamie was born on August 17, 1942 in Montezuma Georgia to the union of Bennie Haslam, Sr. and Mattie Haslam(Grant)

Mamie was a  1961 graduate of the former South High School where she actively attended sporting and...

Dec 25, 2024

Mhy'lai Nevaeh Anderson was called Home on December 25, 2024. Mhy'lai was a very happy baby, she would light up the whole room with her smile and joy. She adored her brothers and sisters as much as they enjoyed and adored her. Although she was only two months, she was so smart and very active. She was holding her...

Dec 23, 2024

Frank G. Winn, Sr., age 70, peacefully departed this life on December 23, 2024. Known affectionately as "Gerald," he was born on November 16, 1954, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Ruth L. Winn and Roosevelt C. Bickley.

Gerald was educated in Akron Public Schools and made his living as a self-employed jack of all trades. He...

Dec 22, 2024

Mr. James Hamm "Biddy" was born on July 31, 1949, in Russellville, Alabama to the late Louis Buster Hamm and Velma Hamilton Hamm. James gained his wings after a short illness.

James was a beloved father, brother, cousin, uncle and grandpa. He was an avid pool player and gambler. He loved to travel and loved the road...