Obituaries

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.

Nov 6, 2024

Janice Marie Cheatham passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. She was the second child born on May 6, 1942 to Van and Jesse Cheatham in Barberton Ohio. Janice was a dedicated Muslim and a pillar in her community. Janice was educated through the Barberton public high school system and later had a career as a seamstress making...

Nov 5, 2024

Gary Moore gained his heavenly wings on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 with his sisters caregiver Janet Moore and his sister Murdise Moore by his side. He was truly our angel on Earth.

Gary was born to Lula Mae Moore and George Newsome Jr. on September 12th, 1966 and was the youngest of eleven siblings. Due to his...

Nov 5, 2024

"In Loving Memory of Joyce Consuella Master"

Joyce Consuella Master was born in Decatur, Alabama, on November 28, 1946, to Larvette (Swoope) Mitchell and Edward Mayes. She transitioned to being with the Lord on November 5, 2024. Joyce grew up in Lansing, Michigan, and later moved to Akron, Ohio. She worked in the clothing industry and had...

Nov 4, 2024

Lady Judy Adams Sullivan was born on December 8, 1944, and peacefully entered eternal rest on the morning of November 4, 2024. Raised in Lexington, Kentucky, she was the cherished daughter of the late Ella Lee McDowell and Henry Fowler. She was preceded in death by her son, Wilbert Adams Jr., and her husband, Donald Sullivan. Lady Sullivan leaves...

Nov 3, 2024

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