Obituaries

Dec 22, 2024

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

Dec 22, 2024

Ruby L. Kirksey

I HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT, I HAVE FINISHED MY COURSE, AND I HAVE KEPT THE FAITH. 2 Timothy 4:7

Our beloved Ruby Louise (Ross) Kirksey, a precious jewel, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Laurel,...

Dec 20, 2024

Donald E. Mills, Sr. (Donnie) transitioned from this earthly home with family at his side on December 20th, 2024. He was born on June 4th, 1953, to Mary Jean Byrd and Joseph Mills. He was a resident of Copley and Akron Ohio for many years. Donnie was known for his sly infectious smile, laugh, and a mean mug that...

Dec 20, 2024

Patricia "PK" Johnson, 61, of Barberton, Ohio passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024. She was born in Barberton and also attended Barberton High School. Patricia was always a hard worker, working multiple job and her last being at Barberton Hospital with 25 years of service.

She was well known throughout Barberton and surrounding areas, due to...

Dec 19, 2024

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

Dec 18, 2024

Betty Jean Fortson went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 after an extended illness and short stay in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) of University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.

Betty was born to the union of Hortense and Edwin "Bodily" Fortson on June 2, 1958 in Ravenna, Ohio. She was next...

Dec 17, 2024

Michelle L. (Shelby) Card-Settles was born July 13, 1961, to the late Carrie L. (Willie) Gray (Card). She left her earthly vessel to be with Jesus on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. God was ready to bring her home. She was preceded in death by her Grandparents: Julius and Ethel Kate Card, Brother: Tyrone A. (Phyllis) Card I, Sister: Murdis...

Dec 16, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for HOPE QURELLE LESHELLE BELL. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 15, 2024

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

Dec 15, 2024

James Patrick Cook, lovingly known as "Pat," was born on September 25, 1969, in Cleveland, Ohio. He passed away on December 15, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 55.

Pat spent his early years in Cleveland before moving to Akron, Ohio, with his mother Beatrice Lee and younger siblings. He attended Kenmore High School...

Dec 13, 2024

Rauslynn Marie Boyd was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 21st, 1960. She was the daughter of the late Willie Marie Alston and Hansom Alston. Educated in the Philadelphia Public School system, she graduated from Overbrook High School in 1978. She received her Bachelor's of Arts, Business and Organizational Communication with honors from the University of Akron in 2013....

Dec 13, 2024

Tamica made her transition to paradise on December 13, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on February 17, 1980, in Akron, Ohio, to her loving parents, Jeanette Tucker Burton and Calvin Burton.

Tamica was a woman of great strength, warmth, and kindness. She was known for her unwavering compassion and her ability to make...

Dec 11, 2024

Missionary-Mother Bessie Louise Hall-Neal was born July 27, 1939, in Demopolis, Alabama, to the proud parents of Allen Hall Sr. and Rebecca Hall; and departed this life in Durham, NC on December 10, 2024. She was one of 13 siblings and was deeply loved by her family and friends. United in holy matrimony in 1959 to Elder Ollie B...

Dec 10, 2024

Archie Scales, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on December 10th at his home. He was born on November 24, 1941 in Birmingham, Alabama and has been a long time resident of Akron and Copley Ohio. Archie retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company where he was a dedicated employee. He was a lifelong member of Prince...

Dec 10, 2024

Gwendolyn "Gwen" Beans McDougal, a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, gigi, and friend, transitioned peacefully on December 10, 2024, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Born on November 25, 1970, in Camden, Alabama, Gwen was the beloved daughter of Pastor Sylvester Beans and the late Mrs. Lelar Ann Beans. She was a woman of faith who lived by...

Dec 9, 2024

Thomas A. Wicks Jr. also known as "Boob" walked peacefully into the arms of the Lord on December 9, 2024. Thomas was on born April 17,1959 in Akron, Ohio to the late Thomas A, Wicks Sr. and Jean Wicks. He attended Akron North High School. Thomas worked several years at St. Thomas Hospital and then advanced his career to...

Dec 9, 2024

Celebrating Shirley Ann (Massey) Henderson-Kennard, a God-fearing, strong, beautiful person who inspired so many lives. Shirley Ann, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, passed away at the age of 84 from a brief illness on December 9, 2024, surrounded by her family at her residence in Canton, Ohio. Shirley Ann was born on July...

Dec 9, 2024

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

Dec 8, 2024

Keion "Kee" DeGrate, 21, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend, was taken away from his loved one's tragically on December 8, 2024. Keion was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan into a blended family as the sixth child of seven siblings, four brothers Jeremy Price, Justyce Price, London DeGrate, Martin DeGrate JR, and two sisters Chelsea (Anthony) Roswell and...

Dec 8, 2024

The honorable Pastor Robert N. Palmer was born September 17,1942 in McDowell, West Virginia he was the first born son of Robert Sr. and Lois (Scales) Palmer. He attended the Jefferson County schools in Steubenville, Ohio until graduating from High School. After graduating High School, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country for six years during...