Obituaries

May 10, 2024

Homegoing service for Jeanett Townsel will take place Friday, May 24, 2024, 11:00 am at Christ Centered Church 719 Clark Rd Gary, IN 46406. Visitation will be held beginning at 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment held in Ridgelawn Cemetery Gary, IN

Memorial Service will be held at a later date for family and friends in Akron,...

May 10, 2024

Daron Aunshai Davis, Sr., born on October 3, 1996, was the son of Jonetta Ross and Damon Daron Davis in Canton, OH.

Daron was a graduate of the Canton McKinley Senior High School, class of 2015.  After high school, he went on to attend the Ohio State University, on a full academic scholarship through the Ohio State...

May 10, 2024

Shamika Arkim Smith was born on January 16, 1977, in Montgomery, Alabama to Rosemary S. Gist and the late Marion P. Davis. She was baptized at an early age at the Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama. She attended the University of Akron receiving two associate's degrees in Small Business and Marketing & Management. Shamika was working on...

May 6, 2024

Josephine Jeffery, age 60, was born on February 12, 1964, in Akron Ohio to Eloise Chatman and Joseph Jeffrey. She went Home to be with the Lord on May 6, 2024.

Josephine loved to play pool and spending time with her family. She was a true comedian, loved to sing and dance, and was the life of...

May 5, 2024

Today, we celebrate the life of Carl Dimitris Hye, 51, who departed this life on Sunday, May 5, 2024 in Akron, Ohio. Born on September 17, 1972, in Massillon, Ohio, Carl was the son of Sherry Marie Lowder and Edwin Lee Hye Jr. Carl enjoyed reading, writing, traveling, playing chess, drawing, fishing, and teaching. He was a graduate of...

May 5, 2024

Raymond Cleveland, Jr., better known as Tone, was born on October 12, 1991, to Raymond and Theresa Cleveland in Houston, Texas. He gained his wings on May 5, 2024, at the age of 32 years old.

Raymond was a caring father and son. He was born in Houston, Texas and later moved to Akron, Ohio. Tone was...

May 5, 2024

Clinton Chancellor, 83 passed away on May 5, 2024. He was born on October 12, 1940, in Elmore County, Alabama to Elizabeth Huntley and Oris Chancellor. He attended Carver High School in Gadsden, Alabama where he was raised with his three brothers: Willie, Bobby and Joe and sister, Margie. He was united in matrimony to Deloris Green in 1968...

May 3, 2024

Lois Heath Mills, aged 89, of Spring, Texas, transitioned on May 3, 2024.

Lois Heath was born to Alvin Oscar and Mamie Heath on August 18th, 1934, in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from West High School in 1952. Upon graduation, she studied at Hammel Business College. She also took courses at the University...

May 3, 2024

On Friday May 3, 2024, Marvin M Lovejoy peacefully went home to be with the Lord at the blessed age of 73. He was born the late McClinton and Daisy Lovejoy on August 5, 1950, in Tallassee, Alabama. Marvin worked at Ford Motor Co. for 35 years before he retired. He also was a member for many years with...

May 2, 2024

Julius A. Darden(Brother) was born in Akron, Ohio on October 27, 1959 to Julius and Annie Fann. He departed this world at the age of 64 on May 2, 2024.

Julius attended Job Corps in Sacramento, California were he a received his GED and became certified in culinary arts. Also while in California he served as a...

May 1, 2024

Elsie Marie Robinson Byrd was born June 21st, 1940 in Akron, Ohio. She was sixth of nine children born to the union of Harry and Viola Robinson.

Elsie attended Akron Public Schools and was a life-long resident of Akron.  Elsie held a variety of jobs such as candy stripper at St Thomas Hospital, salesclerk at Charlotte West...

Apr 27, 2024

Dorothy Yvonne Dubose (lovingly known as "Diddy") was born August 18, 1948 in Akron, Ohio. She made her transition from labor to reward on April 27, 2024. Dorothy was the sixth of nine children born to Emmanuel and Thelma Dubose. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from North High School. Dorothy enjoyed spending time with her family and...

Apr 26, 2024

Wanda Jean Clift-Green, 65, was born December 4, 1958 to the late Albert Fritz and Hattie Jean Clift.  She passed away April 26, 2024 at a local hospital.

Wanda, a Chattanooga, TN native, attended Chattanooga Public Schools.  In her early adult life, she moved her family to Akron, OH and remained there until God called her home. ...

Apr 26, 2024

Riley "Buddy" Phillips, age 70, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on April 26, 2024 at Belden Village Nursing and Rehab. Born in Canton, Ohio to the late Jack and Annie Phillips; he is also preceded in death by 3 brothers, James Jr., Henry and Gregory Phillips; and 1 grandson, La'Riyah Bennett. Buddy was a 1972 graduate of McKinley Senior...

Apr 25, 2024

Jeff Allen Dorosky a beloved Son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on April 25, 2024 born October 25, 1964, Jeff was known for his love of sports, his generosity, and his big heart. Jeff is survived by his beloved mother, Debbie Wiegreff, father Frank Dorosky, sister Shelly Kirkman, niece Caitlin McMasters, nephew's Anthony Wiegreff and James Wieggreff, many...

Apr 24, 2024

Mary Julia Grant,105, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Mary was born December 25,1918 to the late Samuel and Lillie Rice in Milledgeville, Georgia. The family moved to Akron, Ohio in1930 when Mary was 12 years old.

Mary was married March 23, 1942, to Earl Taylor Grant and they had one...

Apr 22, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for ELDORA (MCNAIR) MYRICKS. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 22, 2024

James E. Virden (Bop Daddy), age 80, was born on January 11, 1944, to the late Wilmer E. and Landen Elizabeth Virden. James was born in Choccolocco, AL and was a graduate of Central High. He retired from Babcock and Wilcock (B&W). "Bop Daddy" was a long-time member of the east and south side community. He loved boxing and...

Apr 22, 2024

April 22, 2024, Marvin Cheatham, Jr. answered his heavenly call, and is now resting in the arms of Jesus. Marvin was born October 8, 1965, to the union of Marvin Sr. and Carolyn Cheatham. He was a proud and devoted father to his daughter, Genevia Cheatham. He was her provider, best friend, and loved her unconditionally.

Marvin...

Apr 22, 2024

Tony T. Marsh transition on April 22,2024. he was born May 31,1962 to Birdie and Henry Marsh in Wadsworth Ohio. Tony was a U.S Veteran he served his first term with the U.S Marine Corps and served his second term with the U.S Army. Tony passed away with his long-term girlfriend Angel Knighton by his side. Tony enjoyed going...