Obituaries

Sep 18, 2024

Christopher J. Ruffin, 29 years of age, went Home to be with the Lord on September 18, 2024. Christopher attended Akron Public Schools and was employed by Akron Public Schools for many years.

He was currently attending Fortis Community College. Christopher was a loving father to his daughter, Ayla, and loved his brother Christian deeply. He had...

Sep 18, 2024

Tori Rachelle Mann, Saint Mother Lottie, passed away September 18, 2024, at the age of 67.  Tori was born to Wanda Henson Mann and Ozzie Manton Mann. She graduated from Buchtel High School and the University of Akron.

After a long career, she retired from the Department of Job and Family Service. Mother Lottie was a faithful...

Sep 15, 2024

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

Sep 14, 2024

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

Sep 13, 2024

Willie (Wimp) Shropshire was born on October 26, 1941, to the union of Governor and Emma Shropshire in Milledgeville, Georgia. Willie was called home to be with the Lord on September 13, 2024.

Willie was an ordained Deacon while under the Ministry of Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Akron, Ohio. Willie had a strong faith and...

Sep 12, 2024

Milton "Sonny Boy" Hardaway Sr.  (89) went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 12th, 2024.  Sonny Boy was born in Birmingham, Alabama on October 22nd, 1934, to John Henry Hardaway and Della (Parks) Hardaway. Sonny Boy and the family eventually moved to Akron Ohio. Sonny Boy was a faithful former member of the Antioch Baptist Church,...

Sep 9, 2024

Memories of a Beautiful Life

Karen was born in Canton, Ohio on February 25,1960 to Willie and Omijean Bazen, who preceded her in death She could be found, at any given time, taking care of loved ones and friends as well as spreading joy. Karen lived a life of pleasing her Heavenly Father rather than receiving personal...

Sep 9, 2024

Paul Michael Holland was born July 24th 1955 to Reva (Scott) Blanchard. Paul was raised in Springfield Ohio by his maternal Aunt Kathryn (Scott) and her husband William Holland. Paul attended public schools in Springfield and graduated from Springfield High School. Paul also known as "Mike" and as he got older " Hollywood" because of his sense of style...

Sep 7, 2024

Michael J "Blue" Cosey, of Akron passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024.

Blue was born to the late Winnie Cosey and Hamilton Boykin on June 29, 1953. He was a cherished individual known for his kind, loving, caring, and humorous personality.  Blue was an avid Steelers fan who loved music, blue tops, and his family. To...

Sep 7, 2024

Bruce G. Biggums, 72, formerly of Waynesburg, OH; and residing in Canton, OH, passed away unexpectedly on September 7, 2024.  He was the youngest of 7 siblings, born to the late Willie J., Sr., and Essie Hall Biggums.

Bruce was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.  He loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. ...

Sep 5, 2024

John Malone, Jr. was born on October 3, 1951. He passed away on September 5, 2024, after an extended illness. John was a graduate of South High school in 1970. John worked for Up John Dow Chemical as a mechanical repair specialist for over 30 years. John enjoyed riding motorcycles, gambling, and drinking Wild Irish Rose. He was always...

Sep 5, 2024

Dorothy L. Johnson was born April 3, 1933 in Hayti, Missouri to the union of James E and Etherlene Weir.

Dorothy was the 4th child of fourteen siblings, and was a twin of Doris C. Weir.  After graduating from high school, Dorothy moved to Chicago, IL. There she met her husband Austin L. Johnson. After marrying, they...

Sep 4, 2024

Lolita is survived and will be dearly missed by her husband Cecil Frazier, stepsons Cecil Smith, Ernie Isle, Treny Davidson and stepdaughter Alexis Thornton.

She is also lovingly remembered by her brothers Ricardo Josue, Renato Josue and her sisters Paula Carrasco and Tarita Ignacio.

Lolita will be forever in our hearts and cherish her memories....

Sep 4, 2024

Cheryl Van Simmons, age 70, was born to the late Leo R. Simmons and Sara F. Simmons on May 23, 1954 in Barberton, Ohio. She was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio until she departed this life on September 4th, 2024.

Cheryl attended Barberton High School and was employed as a nurse's aid for many years. She...

Sep 2, 2024

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

Sep 1, 2024

Phyllis J. Miles, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 1, 2024 after a long illness. She was born December 7, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the union of Charlie and Annie Miles. A lifetime resident of Akron, Phyllis was a graduate of South High School class of 67. She dedicated many years as a social worker...

Sep 1, 2024

Christine Alberta Bates was born on June13, 1932 to Leatrice Bates and Israel Williams in Greensboro, Alabama. She went home to be with the Lord on September 1, 2024.

At an early age Christine moved to Akron, Ohio with her grandmother Sara Alice Bates. She attended Spicer Elementary where she attended special classes for the blind, Goodyear...

Aug 31, 2024

Calvin Haslem Jr., affectionately known as "Buddy," was born on November 26, 1957, in Marshallville, Georgia. He was the sixth of eight children born to Calvin Haslem, Sr., and Mary Jane Haslem. He attended school in Macon County Georgia, and at Findley Elementary, Jennings Junior High, and North High Schools in Akron, OH. During his high school years, he...

Aug 30, 2024

Robert Caery , 80, of Akron , OH, passed away after a short illness on August 30, 2024. He was a member of Zion Temple Baptist Church. Robert was born and raised in Alabama. He is survived by wife Celestine Carey, His children Thomas Hill(Tommy), Troy Hill, Deone(Dee-Dee) Hill, Donyele Carey(Benton) and Bobbi Carey(Simpson) Demeatric Blackwell, and Dinell Blackwell...

Aug 30, 2024

Esau Sims Sr. was the 9th child of Essie and Andrew Sims. He was born on May 28,1934 in Notasulga, Alabama. He was married to the late Eleanor Sims for 70 plus years. He transitioned in Spring Hill, Florida on August 30, 2024. He confessed Christ at an early age.  A Man truly after God's own heart loved to...