Obituaries

Jun 27, 2024

Evelyn L. Gillespie, born July 7, 1944 to Percy V. and Josephine Gillespie, Sr., transitioned surrounded by family and loved ones on June 27, 2024. Evelyn attended Market Ave. S. and Lathrop elementary schools; and was a graduate of McKinley Senior High School.

Evelyn worked various jobs and retired from Republic LTV Steel. She was known for...

Jun 26, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for ANTHONY J. ANDERSON III "DA DA". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jun 25, 2024

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

Jun 25, 2024

Mattie Anderson, 94, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024, to be with the Lord. She was born on January 13, 1930, to the late Robert and Ethel Straughn in Monroeville, Alabama. She later met and married the late Rufus Anderson. To this union they had 8 children. She was a stay-at-home mother who loved to cook, have family/friend...

Jun 25, 2024

Cherlyn D. Graves, 73, of Canton, Ohio passed away on June 25, 2024 after an extended illness. Cherlyn was born on March 22, 1951 to the late Augustus (Gus) and Geraldine Graves. In addition to her parents, Cherlyn is preceded in death by her sister, Ronda Mathis and brother, Melvin (Gus) Graves. She leaves to cherish her precious memory,...

Jun 23, 2024

Our Heavenly Father has again reminded us of the uncertainty of Life by calling home our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, and Friend. Sharon Denise Tucker was born April 22,1962 in Akron, Ohio to the late Zepherlean and Leo Tucker.Sharon was better known as "Red" or "Neicy". She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from South High School...

Jun 22, 2024

"Together Again"

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my grandfather, Harvey Lee Holling, affectionately known as Bill, who unexpectedly exchanged mortality for immortality on Saturday, June 22, 2024. He was born October 20, 1941, in Mount Andrew, Alabama to parents Luke Maddox and GerthaRee Holling.

Bill and his family moved...

Jun 22, 2024

Willie Lee Lamb, Sr. was born on June 6, 1924, to Alexander Lamb, Sr. and Maggie (Gray) lamb. He was born, grew up, and lived in McRoberts, Kentucky for 96 years. At the age of 7, Willie was diagnosed with Rickets. He also has a severe speech impediment: stuttering.     Children mocked him when he talked and laughed at him....

Jun 22, 2024

Carl L. Jackson was born March 13, 1942, in Canton, Ohio.  He was an active father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He was a beloved brother and uncle.  He was a faithful and loyal companion; and he consistently demonstrated his love and care for his friends.

Our dad was many things to many people.  To quote Charlene Bradley, He...

Jun 21, 2024

On June 21, 2024, Clarence Finklea went home to be with the Lord at the age of 84. Clarence Finklea was born on August 30, 1939, in McKenzie, Alabama to the late Sol Finklea and Mary Lee Shufford. Clarence met and married his wife Annie Mae Finklea and to that union five children were born. Clarence Finklea Jr., Annie...

Jun 20, 2024

Nancy Lue Davis was born on September 18, 1953 to the late Arthur W. Davis, Sr., and Nancy C. Davis. She lived the majority of her life in LaGrange, GA. She passed away peacefully on June 20, 2024 after an unexpected illness at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Oho. She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved grandson,...

Jun 19, 2024

Brenda K. Ray was a wise, strong, fun, quick-witted, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend.

Brenda was the first of six children born to Ernestine and Cecil, in Akron, Ohio on March 18, 1955. Brenda grew up in a Godly home on the central side of Akron, Ohio where she went to school and developed...

Jun 14, 2024

Brandon was born to his beloved mother Dawn Daniels.

Brandon had an infectious smile and would break out in dance or song anytime any place. Brandon loved his family more than anything in the world especially his two children Brandy and Brandon Jr "Baby B".

Brandon and his mother had a deep connection they didn't...

Jun 12, 2024

Melvin D. Gooden was born on January 27, 1945 in Clayton, Alabama to the union of A. T. Gooden and Annie Laura Gooden. He departed this life on June 12, 2024, from a previous heart condition. Melvin is preceded in death by his parents, A.T. Gooden and Annie Laura Gooden, and brothers Richard and Oscar.

As an...

Jun 11, 2024

Deacon Arthur John Douglas was born on April 16, 1943, to the late Napoleon and Dorothy Douglas of Barberton, Ohio.

He departed this life on June 11,2024.

Arthur graduated from Barberton School after which he enlisted into the United States Army. He relocated to Illinois and worked for the State of Illinois in various positions...

Jun 6, 2024

Aaron Dermon Williams, affectionately known as "Tooch," was born on November 17, 1979 in Akron, Ohio to Waynetta T. Williams and Aaron Jones. He departed this earthly life on June 6, 2024.

Tooch was the first and favorite of 20 grandchildren born to the late Lillie Mae Williams. He grew up on the east side of Akron,...

Jun 5, 2024

Maetroy Veal, 84, was called home to be with the Lord on June 6,2024. She was born on Aug 22, 1939 to Detroy and Gracie Carruthers and grew up in Akron attending South H.S. When she met and married the love of her life William Veal.

Maetroy enjoyed doing hair for family and friends in her home....

Jun 5, 2024

Henry, also known as Skipper, was born to Charlotte Hall and Henry Hulbert in Pittsburgh, PA on February 11, 1956. He moved to Canton OH with his family at a young age and resided in Canton until his passing. He loved watching sports and talking on the phone with his family, only to say, "I'm calling just to say...

Jun 4, 2024

Betty Ann Jackson was born on April 7, 1944, to George and Lottie (Colson) Nash in Leesburg, Florida. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 4, 2024, at 80 years of age in Canton, Ohio surrounded by family. She gave her life to the lord at an early age. She sang in different groups...

Jun 2, 2024

Sharon Denise Ash (Palmer) was born July 21, 1963, in Barberton, Ohio to the late Karen E. Simmons and Leon Bray. She was called to eternal rest on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

The oldest of four siblings, Sharon was known for her loving, audacious, and matter-of-fact mannerisms. Affectionately referred to as "Big Ma" by her beautiful grand-...