Obituaries

Nov 30, 2024

Floyd Wilkes, Jr., age 88, passed away November 17, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Born on December 23, 1937 in Rendville, Ohio, to Alberta and Floyd Wilkes, Sr., he grew up with strong family values and a love for community.  A proud graduate of Corning High School, he was celebrated as an outstanding basketball...

Nov 29, 2024

Edroy McCormick III, affectionately known as "Buddy" was born on September 22, 1988 to Sheila Richardson and Edroy McCormick Jr. Buddy lived in Akron all of his life until recently where he located to Phoenix, Arizona. He attended Buchtel High School where he graduated in 2007. Buddy accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at New Hope Baptist Church....

Nov 28, 2024

Celebration of Love and Life

Bridgette Denise Woods

Bridgette, aka Ms. Thang, Bridgette girl, To da Bridge, Auntie Bridgette or Fat Lady which for some reason was her favorite nickname was born August 19th 1970.  Bridgette received her shimmery wings on Thanksgiving day 2024 in the presence of family.

Bridgette was a current...

Nov 27, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dwayne T. Grice (Whoopie) of Akron, on November 27, 2024, at the age of 73. Dwayne graduated East High School in 1965 and was a US Army veteran.

Preceded in death by parents, James and Mildred Grice. He is survived by sisters Patricia Allen, Jacqueline Grice,...

Nov 26, 2024

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

Nov 25, 2024

A Celebration of Life

Alberta Robinson,

With heavy Hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the peaceful transition of Alberta Robinson, who went home to be with the Lord on November 25,2024 at the age of 87. She was surrounded by the love of her family at her home in Akron, Ohio....

Nov 23, 2024

Nolan Smith was born on November 28, 1944, to the late William Sr and Ella Smith, Nolan was a lifetime resident of Akron and attended Akron Public Schools. Nolan was nicknamed Bull early in his life due to his extraordinary physical strength. Nolan was strong willed. Nolan was employed by Majestic Trailer and Hitch for many years and worked...

Nov 23, 2024

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

Nov 22, 2024

Douglas McArthur Porterfield Waters, affectionately known as "Slug," was born on November 29, 1991, in Akron, Ohio, to Kimberly Waters-Harwell and Douglas Porterfield Sr.  His life was tragically cut short on November 22, 2024, just one week before his 33rd birthday.

Doug's infectious sense of humor and smile lit up every life he touched.  Known for his...

Nov 22, 2024

Nikita was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 1, 1970, Nikita Eric Williams passed away in his Canton, Ohio home on November 22, 2024, with his loving spouse Regina by his side. Although Nikita, affectionately known as "Nick," experienced a long struggle of illness, he continued to be a provider, friend, and intercessor while serving as the bridge that...

Nov 21, 2024

Darnell E. McGrady Sr. departed suddenly on November 21, 2024, at the age of 32. He was born April 18th 1992, to Chaunie and Darryl McGrady in Akron, Ohio. He attended Akron Public Schools graduated from John R. Buchtel in 2011.

Throughout his life Darnell was very talented and a hardworking man. He drove trucks all over...

Nov 19, 2024

EdWanda C. Jones (Morris) Age 74 went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. EdWanda was born on Monday, April 24, 1950, to the late Edward White and Juanita (Baker) Morris in Beckley, WV. She was raised in New Brittian, CT, by her Stepfather and Mother (Samuel and Juanita Morris). She later moved to Akron...

Nov 17, 2024

Treasure Lesley Harris Carter (Bubbles) was born March 23, 2024, at Akron Summit Hospital to Shatavia Harris and Brian Carter. Bubbles was a smart and happy baby that loved her mother, father and siblings. Bubbles had just learned how to crawl. Bubbles had what is known as the "Big Harris Eyes" that caught everyone's attention in a room. Even...

Nov 16, 2024

On November 16, Nollon Hatchett, Jr. went home to be with the Lord. He is preceded in death by his father, Nollon Hatchett, Sr. He is survived by his mother, Louise Hatchett; 3 siblings, Dennis, Angela and KeShaune, all of Ohio; 1 son, Dustie Kindell; 1 stepson and special friend, Tracy Frye; 3 nieces; and 1 nephew.

Nov 15, 2024

Emma Lou (Watson) Page, was born on July 8, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan to the late Georgia and Earnest Watson, Sr. She moved with the family to Akron, Ohio at an early age and resided in the area until she passed after a long illness on November 15, 2024.

Emma attended and graduated from Akron Public Schools....

Nov 15, 2024

Kelvin Tanna Falconer passed away November 15, 2024, in Akron, Ohio. He was born to the late   Edgar E. and Margie Mae McGowan-Falconer on November 15, 1958, in Akron, Ohio.

Kelvin Falconer was a graduate of Garfield High School and the University of Akron. He worked in the electrical field and vending machine services. Kelvin enjoyed life,...

Nov 12, 2024

David was born in Akron, Ohio on October 28, 1972, to David and Bessie Brown. He attended St. Vincent-St. Mary High School until  the 9th grade where he was a straight-A student.  He went to Akron Buchtel High School, and graduated with the class of 1991. David excelled in his studies as well as in sports and was a...

Nov 10, 2024

Cynthia was born in Hazard, Kentucky, to Clydie D. Benson and James M. Benson. At age 76, she passed away peacefully, at home. Cynthia discovered her passion for teaching children as a child being only one of what would later be twelve children; she spoke fondly of her childhood growing up in the holler. However, living in the Jim...

Nov 9, 2024

Elijah Jovan Leathers-Leaphart, left us far too soon on November 9, 2024. Born on November 16, 1999 to Domonique Jackson (Raymond) and Sinatra Leaphart (Shayla). Elijah was loved just as well by his bonus parents, Rodney "Tree" Donald and Ebony Woods.

Elijah grew up in Canton, Ohio, where he attended Canton City Schools and graduated from McKinley...

Nov 9, 2024

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