Obituaries

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...

Jan 21, 2025

Brandon affectionately known as "Spank" or "Uncle" was called home to be with the lord on January 21, 2025. He was born to his mother Jeanette Gail Woods and father Thomas Lidge on October 2nd, 1978. Brandon graduated from East High School in 1997 and was a current resident of Akron Ohio. Brandon loved old school music, cooking and...

Jan 20, 2025

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

Jan 20, 2025

Mr. Fletcher Pierce was born to Joe and Ida (Askew) Pierce on June 22, 1942 in Brickley, Arkansas. The family later moved to Massillon, Ohio. Fletcher attended Massillon City Schools and graduated from Washington High School. Fletcher enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps after graduation and was a part of the first platoon to arrive in Da Nang, South...

Jan 19, 2025

Laura Mae Culver went home to be with the LORD on Sunday, January 19, 2025.

Laura was born and raised in Akron, Ohio where she attended Akron Public Schools.

Laura loved the LORD, her family, astrology, music, a good cup of coffee and she was an avid reader. Laura loved the outdoors; if you knew...

Jan 18, 2025

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

Jan 17, 2025

Gussie M. Johnson  "Buck" was born on January 25, 1960, to Edna L. Arrington (Buck).

Gussie was a lifelong resident of Akron, attending West Junior High and South High School. She was also a member of First Apostolic Faith Church.

Preceding her in death were her mother, Edna L. Arrington (Buck); mother-in-law, Iola Milbry; brother,...

Jan 17, 2025

Geneva Wheatt Taylor gained her wings on January 17, 2025, at the age of 79. Geneva was born on November 3, 1945, in Montgomery, Alabama where she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She later moved to Akron, Ohio where she met her late husband Willie B. Taylor.

She was employed by the Doylestown Health Care...

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...