Obituaries

Feb 15, 2025

Cornell Johnson entered this world on September 18, 1954, brought into the loving embrace of his mother, Ethel Johnson. In his formative years, he was raised by his father, Thomas Mais.  Cornell's life was a testament to love, compassion and good spirit.

During his early years, Cornell's home was in the Garden Valley community. His zest for...

Feb 12, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for JAMES WILLIAMS, SR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 11, 2025

Denise "Neece" R. Wright, born March 25, 1958, left to be with the Lord on February 11th, 2025.

Denise was a lifelong resident of Akron, OH. She graduated from North High School class of 1976.  Later, she worked as a surgical technician at Akron Summa Health System. Denise left Summa to take care of her mother and...

Feb 11, 2025

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

Feb 8, 2025

Tarnieshka"Niesh" M King 34 passed away unexpectedly on February 8, 2025 in Akron, OH. She was born on May 22, 1990 in Akron, Oh to Lamar King and Crystal King (Howard). Tarnieshka attended Garfield High School in Akron, OH and graduated in 2008. After graduation Tarnieshka worked briefly as a nurse aide, retail manager and fast food services. Tarnieshka...

Feb 7, 2025

Scott Stuart Whitehurst was born on June 18, 1972 to the late Robert and Rebecca Whitehurst. He lived his entire life in Canton, Ohio and attended Eastgate School and completed his education at Southgate School. Upon graduation, Scottie began attending the Higgins Workshop. In 2016 Scottie transferred to the TWI Workshop in Massillon, Ohio. Scottie was a social butterfly...

Feb 3, 2025

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

Feb 3, 2025

Jesse Wilbur White, Jr. (Skipper), 82, was born in Akron, Ohio on July 7, 1942. He passed away surrounded by family and was deeply loved. Jesse confessed his belief in Jesus Christ at a young age, while attending Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He also attended Morning Star Baptist Church where he was chosen to serve as a Deacon under...

Feb 3, 2025

Arthur (Shady) Shade was born in Jefferson, Alabama on June 11, 1937, to the late Luetta (Robinson) and Willie Shade.  He resided in Franklin Township, Akron, OH for more than 40 years before he left this life on February 3, 2025.

Arthur lived a quiet and private lifestyle.  He retired from Chrysler after 30+ years.  Arthur, a...

Jan 29, 2025

Elizabeth Jackson was born on December 9, 1929 in Americus, Georgia to Henry Gordon and Dora Drake. She was the oldest of 5 children. Elizabeth was married to Roy E. Jackson over 50 years and together had 6 children. Elizabeth and Roy moved to Ohio in the early 1950's. She loved her family and worked hard to provide a...

Jan 28, 2025

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

Jan 25, 2025

The Celebration of Life for Edgar Robert Fenner Jr. will be forthcoming at a later date.

"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which in Heaven."

Matthew 5:16

A wonderful Soul has left a void in all our lives for us to...

Jan 24, 2025

Victoria Leeann Payne received her Heavenly wings on January 24, 2025. She was born in Akron, Ohio on November 11, 1985, to mother, Chyeena Payne and father, Micheal Banks. She was raised in Canton, Ohio and attended Timken High School.

Victoria enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, cooking, creating new hair products, singing and reading....

Jan 24, 2025

On Friday, January 24, 2025, Essie Lula King passed away peacefully at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. She was born on September 18, 1935, in Siloam, Georgia, her childhood home; and then moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee in her teen years, where she attended and graduated high school. She worked as a babysitter for a couple years before moving with her...

Jan 23, 2025

Albert Dee Hopkins was born in Columbus, Mississippi on  April 20, 1947 to Willie and Mary Hopkins. As a child, the family moved to Birmingham, Alabama.  He confessed his belief in Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at Beulah Baptist Church.  Known as Dee or Big D. to family and friends, he attended Parker High School....

Jan 23, 2025

Life Reflections:

Gregory Alan Morton was born October 9, 1953, in Akron, Ohio.

He was educated within the Akron School System where his mother, Hazel Morton, made sure that he never missed a day and was never tardy, truly a feat and a testament to the force that Hazel Morton truly was! He graduated from...

Jan 23, 2025

Lewis Milton Johnson, Jr., was born in Akron, Ohio on October 12, 1941, to Lewis Milton Johnson, Sr. and Evelyn Sain. Lewis graduated from Garfield High School and shortly after that he joined the United States Army where he received a general discharge. Lewis was also a Golden Glove Champion. He retired from Chrysler and was a member of...

Jan 22, 2025

Reginald "Reggie" "Redman" Spear, 46, was born to Sheila Spear and Robert DuBose on August 23, 1978, in Akron, Ohio. Reggie closed his eyes on January 22, 2025.

He attended North High School and a Vocational Business School and soon started Spear Power Washing. Some of his hobbies that he loved to do included shooting pool, bowling,...

Jan 21, 2025

Elmore Dowdell, Jr. passed away on January 21, 2025. He was a fun loving human being with an upbeat attitude. He grew up on a farm in Alabama and moved to Ohio at 18 years old. He was a butcher for 30 years and raised a family. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, playing bingo, and having a nice car to...

Jan 21, 2025

Mary E. Jones was born on February 25, 1924, to the late Bowmar and Alnetter Jackson in Versailles, Kentucky.

Mary graduated from Simmons High School in Versailles, Kentucky and she took a few college courses at the University of Akron. Mary was on the prayer board for 12 years; she served on the deaconess board and was...