Obituaries

Jul 26, 2024

Ida Ross-Freeman, affectionately known as "Ms Ida," aged 77, transcended after a long battle with sarcoidosis on July 26th, 2024, at her home. She was born on December 27th, 1946, in Uniontown, AL, to Mary C. Sanders-Polk and James Samuel Ross II. She was a resident of Stark County for over 50 years, and served her community with unparalleled...

Jul 25, 2024

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

Jul 24, 2024

On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, Clora M. Yarbrough, loving mother, sister, and friend passed away at age 91 in New Albany, Indiana. Clora was born on September 30, 1932, to Fadie (G.Henry) Miller in Wynne, Arkansas. At a young age, she moved to Akron, Ohio with her parents. During her young adult life, Clora M. Yarbrough formed lasting friendships...

Jul 24, 2024

Judy Love-Powers, 68, transitioned to her heavenly home on the evening of Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

She was born in Barberton, OH on January 15, 1956, to the late Frank Love, Sr. and Juanita (Love) Vaughn.

Judy was a proud graduate of Barberton High School and furthered her education at The University of Akron, where...

Jul 24, 2024

Laurice L. Rackley, 52, passed away on July 24, 2024. He was born on December 16, 1971, in Barberton, Ohio to Pamela J. Rackley and Neil T. Nelson.

Laurice was an avid sports fan. He played basketball, football and his favorite football team was the New York Jets. Like his mother he was into Western movies, and...

Jul 23, 2024

Rae Shawn Filmore Colman (aka) as Rae-Rae and Money you went home to be with the Lord on July 23,2024 he was born on August 4, 1973, to Ruby Coleman and Prince Biggs, he was the first born to his mother Ruby Coleman.

Rae Shawn was a funny and loving man he also had a funny personality...

Jul 22, 2024

Geraldine "Babydean" Watson Gillespie, age 85, transitioned from this earthly life on July 22, 2024. She was born on July 20 th , 1939 in Opelika, Alabama to the late Turner and Wazie B. (Adkins) Watson. Babydean, believed in working hard and playing harder. She was employed for 19 years at Danner's Press (a book binding company), then Canton...

Jul 22, 2024

EARNESTINE J. EUTSEY, AFFECTIONATELY KNOWN AS "TANZIE" OR "JEAN" WAS BORN ON APRIL 8, 1953, IN COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA. SHE TRANSITIONED TO ETERNAL REST ON JULY 22, 2024. EARNESTINE ATTENDED McKINLEY HIGH SCHOOL AND OBTAINED DEGREES AND CERTIFICATIONS FROM STARK STATE COLLEGE, GERBER BEAUTY SCHOOL, AND REAL ESTATE SCHOOL LATER BECOMING A HOUSING MANAGER AND MULTI-PROPERTY OWNER. SHE WAS...

Jul 22, 2024

Maria Elain Hendricks was born on June 10, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio. She was the oldest of four siblings, 3 girls, born to the late Hubert and Melrose McKenzie. Melrose divorced on and married the late Allen Flagg, and one son was born to this union.

Maria attended Lafayette Elementary School then Alexander Hamilton Junior High School...

Jul 18, 2024

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

Jul 18, 2024

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Jul 17, 2024

Mrs. Bernice (Turner) Sigler 94, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday July 17, 2024. She was born February 8, 1930 to  the late Selmo and Julia Garrett Lanier in Gadsden, Alabama. She came to Akron at an early age and lived with her great aunt and uncle, spending summers in Alabama.

Mrs. Bernice...

Jul 16, 2024

Bernice A. Foster, 57, of Canton, Ohio passed on to eternal life unexpectedly on July 16, 2024 following an extended illness. Born September 9, 1966 in Cleveland, Ohio, she relocated to Canton for work in 1999. She was a 1984 graduate of Jane Adams High School and was a dedicated employee at Cleveland Oak & Friction. She retired August...

Jul 15, 2024

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

Jul 13, 2024

Charleen Renee McCormick passed away peacefully at the precious age of 55 on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 10, 1968 to the late Mr. Charles Sr. and Georgia McCormick. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Garfield High School in 1986. She attended Herzing College where she obtained her degree as...

Jul 12, 2024

Gloria Jean Terry, a devoted Jehovah's Witness, mother, wife, sister, and friend to countless many, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the age of 75. She was born to Tellis and Clara Hall on September 4, 1948, in Canton, Ohio. She graduated from McKiney Senior High School in 1967 and shortly thereafter met Freddie Terry. They were...

Jul 12, 2024

Rosie Lee Davis, 101 was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully in her home on July 12th, 2024.

Rosie was born on October 6th, 1922 to Napoleon Clopton and Mary Magaline McGuire in Courtland Alabama. She was the second oldest of 14 siblings. At the age of 18, Rosie moved to...

Jul 12, 2024

Staff Sergeant Matthew Jerome Watts was born in Desota, GA on February 27, 1969; and changed his address on July 12, 2024, to a place where there is no suffering or pain.  Jerome was baptized at an early age and was a member of St. John Baptist Church in Leslie, GA.

Jerome was a jack of all...

Jul 11, 2024

Irene Donnie, 95, of Akron, Ohio transitioned from this earthly life on Thursday, July 11, 2024, to join her husband, parents, and brother alongside God in eternal peace.

She is survived by sons, Juaquene S. and Rhubie Donnie of Akron and Andre and Linda M. Donnie of Houston, Tx; grandchildren, great grandchildren; and a host of other...

Jul 11, 2024

Wade Hampton Williams was born on December 26, 1951, to James M and Daisy B Williams in Akron, Ohio. He departed this earthly life on July 11, 2024.

He was baptized at an early age at Freewill Methodist Church. Wade joined the Army at an early age serving during the Vietnam War conflict. When he returned home...