Obituaries

Mar 21, 2024

Nathan entered the world on October 14, 1933 with amazing grace. His parents both deceased are Mary (Charlie) Patten and Nathan Winfield. Nathan as a young man was taught that family, respect, honesty, and attentive work ethics were important attributes to have. Nathan accepted Christ at an early age. As a young man he met, feel in love with,...

Mar 21, 2024

Larhonda Elizabeth Curry, was called home to be with her heavenly father on March 21, 2024.

Larhonda was born on November 25, 1971 in Akron, Ohio on Thanksgiving Day.  While everyone was sitting around eating Thanksgiving Dinner, our family welcomed a beautiful baby girl.

She graduated from North High School, earned her Medical Assistant Diploma...

Mar 20, 2024

Our adored James Stewart Williams, Sr., 72, was suddenly called to his final resting home on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

As a child he was given the nickname "Butch" and it stuck with him for life. He was born on November 24, 1951, to Cleazeal Williams and raised by his grandmother, Pearlie Williams, in Akron, Ohio. Butch...

Mar 17, 2024

Sonya R Cutler was born August 4, 1965 in Canton, Ohio to Thomas Clark and Patricia Young. She departed this life March 17, 2024 following an extended illness. Sonya graduated from Green High School in Franklin Furnace and continued her education at Central State University. She received an Associates degree in psychology and was a member of Delta Sigma...

Mar 17, 2024

Roland J Williams was born on March 8, 1983 to Roland Bivins and Leisha Williams.

Roland was proceeded in death by Roland Bivins (Father) Fred and Cheryl Mayfield and Leon "Rasheed" Bray (Grandparents) (Aunt) Tracy Mayfield and  (Uncle) Tony Williams.

Roland is survived by his beloved mother Leisha Williams, the love of his life his...

Mar 17, 2024

John Steven Lykes affectional known as AKA Johnny Boy and Uncle J.B. went home to be with the LORD on St. Patrick's Day March 15th 2024. Mr. Lykes was born on July 4th, 1933, in Akron Ohio to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lee Lykes. John was the youngest of eight children. John graduated from Central Hower High School in...

Mar 15, 2024

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

Mar 12, 2024

It is with the heaviest of hearts to announce that our beloved Monty Angelo Johnson Sr. went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Fairhill Specialty Hospital in Cleveland, OH. Monty's life began on April 13th, 1966 in Akron, OH to his parents Odie & Dorothy Johnson whom he loved dearly. Throughout Monty's life,...

Mar 11, 2024

Sabrina Ninette James-Hayes gained her wings on March 11, 2024 in Akron, Ohio. Sabrina was preceded in death by Grandmother, Gertha Lee Collins, uncles Wiliam Plowden Jr., Robert Ford, and Charles Tell. Sabrina leaves to cherish her memories, mother Teresa E. James-Ford, husband, William Hayes, children, Lorenzo Patterson, Ziarah Patterson, and Leomiah Patterson. Sisters, Delicia James, Samantha, and Dora...

Mar 10, 2024

Sharena M. Spencer was born to Jiles P. Smitherman and Bernice Banks in Flower Fifth Avenue hospital in NYC on December 16th 1955. She departed her life on March 10th 2024 following an advanced chronic lung illness at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center in Canton Ohio. Sharena Spencer was born and raised in Brooklyn NewYork she attended Eastern District...

Mar 9, 2024

Wanda Jean Proctor was born to the union of George Cambell Proctor and Gertrude Milton Proctor on December 16, 1938. She departed this world on March 9, 2024, at 85 years young.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Gertrude Proctor; her sister, Mary Proctor Murray; and her oldest son, Rodney Proctor.

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Mar 9, 2024

Marco Lee Bridgeman, 68, of Alliance, Ohio, transitioned from time to eternity on March 9, 2024.  He was born on February 6, 1956, in Alliance, OH to Alice Bridgeman and John H. Bridgeman Jr.

Marco was the only child and had a passion for sports, particularly baseball, and music. His infectious smile, laughter,and positive attitude endeared him...

Mar 7, 2024

Orlando Keith Roberson known to his family as Lance and to his friends as "Big O" earned his heavenly wings on March 7, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family. He was born in Akron, Ohio to Ann Roberson and his biological father Darrod Duncan on September 15, 1973. He was raised and cared for by his loving Pops...

Mar 7, 2024

Thomas E. Mitchell (Mountain Man) was born July 10, 1949, to the late Edward and Katie Mitchell in Montgomery Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Kim Mitchell Bester and brother Charles Mitchell and son Thomas Blackwell. He leaves to cherish his precious memory his devoted wife Diane Mitchell, daughter DeAnna Mitchell, son Wilson Mitchell.  1...

Mar 6, 2024

ROBERT A. BOARD was born in Akron, Ohio on October 7, 1953 to Albert N. Board and Gertude Mae Chapman.

Robert grew up and lived his life in Barberton, Ohio with his family until he enlisted in the Army where he served his country until he received his honorable discharge. Once discharge he enjoyed traveling and enjoying...

Mar 5, 2024

The late Elizabeth Annette Barkley was born in Akron, Ohio on December 28, 1968. to Donald and Shirley Barkley. She departed this earthly life at the age of 55 on March 5, 2024.

Elizabeth graduated from Firestone High School. She was a home care provider for many years. She loved to gamble, cook and be around family....

Mar 4, 2024

Beverly Rene Ivery, 65, affectionately known as NAY, slipped away quietly at Summa Hospital on March 4, 2024. She was born in Detroit Michigan in 1958 and moved to Akron with her family when she was 6

Beverly graduated from North High School in 1977 and attended Buckeye College. Beverly worked at Crystaloid Electronics for 17 years...

Mar 4, 2024

LaKeida Shardae Grant also known as "Keida", "Shar", and "KeKe" was born to Ramona Devetta Grant- Lewis and Jerry Micheal Wimbely on Tuesday April 05, 1994 at Akron City Hospital. She attended Rankin Elementary, The Edge Academy, Innes Junior High, Kenmore High School, and later graduated from Job Corps in Cincinnati, Ohio. LeKeida was a god fearing, selfless, giving,...

Mar 4, 2024

Elaine L. Roberson, 54, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elaine and Fehoiga Roberson. She is survived by her son, Vonn Pasch'l; grandson, Vonn Pasch'l, Jr.; sister, Katrina Roberson; brothers, Fehoiga and Antonio Roberson; nieces, Dermika Roberson and Lamontoya (Sharod) Roberson; aunt, Leuvenda Prude; special friend, Damon; and a host...

Mar 3, 2024

Jeaneen Marie Stevenson, a lifelong resident of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on March 3, 2024 at Aultman Hospital after an extended illness. Jeaneen was born on July 3, 1959 to Booker T. and Lueticher Stevenson. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Robert "Sonny", Lonnie J. and Richard Earl Stevenson...