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Arthur Brown
Mar 3, 2024
Our beloved Arthur R Brown, will be missed dearly, god blessed us with 87 years. He was a resident of Akron all his life. Arthur Retired from Akron General Tire, where he worked for over 20 years, he was the first African American Forman for Akron General Tire that was published in the Akron Beacon Journal.
He...
Felicia Starling
Mar 2, 2024
Felicia Starling affectionately known as, "Fee Fee" or "Fee" born October 3, 1973 in Cleveland, OH but always considered Akron, her home, Annie Lois and Harold Starling. Felicia went to home to be with the Lord on March 2, 2024.
As a child, Felicia graduated from East High School in Cleveland after graduating high school she finished...
Hattie C. Walton
Mar 2, 2024
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, it is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hattie Christine Walton, who departed this life on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Hattie was born in Rome, Georgia on May 25, 1938, but was a lifelong resident of Copley, Ohio. Her life was characterized by warmth, kindness, and an enduring love for...
Lesia Maria Johnson-Kilgo
Mar 1, 2024
Lesia Maria Johnson was born October 5, 1964, in Lorain Ohio to the late Sirnomia Pope and Alonzo Johnson. She was raised in Cleveland Ohio where her life began. Lesia attended Franklin D. Roosevelt and Glenville High School. she started working as a secretary for truck drivers. Lesia got married in 1992-1995 to William Kilgo. Lesia moved to Akron...
Danette V. J. Wilson
Feb 29, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for DANETTE V. J. WILSON. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Priscilla Ann Barrino
Feb 27, 2024
Priscilla Ann Barrino, age 83, a resident of Canton, Ohio, passed away February 27, 2024 at home surrounded by family. She was born, January 2, 1941, the daughter of the late James and Ida Alexander. In addition to her parents, Priscilla is preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Barrino; (7) sisters; and (4) brothers; a daughter, Robin Alexander;...
Willie Mae Sykes
Feb 27, 2024
Wilie M. Sykes, 90, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on February 27, 2024, after a long illness. Born on April 2, 1933, in Columbus, Mississippi. She was the fourth child of William and Ludell Sykes. She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters and brother along with two grandsons. She is survived by children, JoAn Sykes, Linda Sykes,...
Lisa Smith
Feb 26, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for LISA SMITH. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Crystal E. (Ladson) Black
Feb 26, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for CRYSTAL E. (LADSON) BLACK. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Madelyn G. Martin
Feb 26, 2024
Madelyn Geneva Martin transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on Monday, February 26, 2024 at her residence. She was born March 1, 1944 to the late Richard D. Moore and Willie Mae Henry Moore in Enid, Oklahoma and grew up in Tallahassee, Florida. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. She attended and...
Charles E. Eaves
Feb 25, 2024
Charles Edward Eaves was born to Floyd and Mariah Eaves on July 17th, 1941. He was the 4th of 7 children born to this union. He left this earth to go to his heavenly home on February25, 2024 at the age of 82.
He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Mariah Eaves, Brothers Leroy...
Morgan G. Bruster-Powell
Feb 23, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for MORGAN G. BRUSTER-POWELL. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Woodrow Johnson, Jr. "Woody"
Feb 23, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for WOODROW JOHNSON, JR. "WOODY". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Clifford T. Cummings
Feb 22, 2024
Clifford (Cliff) T. Cummings transitioned to Glory on February 22,2024 at the age of 73.
He was born on May 4, 1950, to Rose Marie and Neal Cummings Jr. He graduated from Buchtel High school in 1968 and began his early career at Kilgore as an apprentice laying floors which gave him the knowledge to start his...
Marlene Dorsey
Feb 21, 2024
Dr. Marlene (Roberts) Dorsey was born on December 15, 1947 in Cleveland, Ohio and was the daughter of the late James David Roberts and Anna Mae (Macon) Roberts.
At an early age Marlene's natural talent and love for education and learning was evident, as she was able to earn money tutoring her peers during her grade school...
Michael A. Wright
Feb 20, 2024
In Loving Memory of Michael A. Wright
Michael A. Wright, 72, of Kent, went away to meet the Lord on February 20, 2024. He was born on October 19, 1951, in Ravenna, to Bennie and Robbie Wright. Michael graduated from Kent Theodore Roosevelt High School, where he actively participated in basketball and track. He briefly attended Kent...
Latashua D. Taylor
Feb 19, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for LATASHUA D. TAYLOR. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Ronald E. Mcmillan
Feb 18, 2024
Ronald McMillan, age 71 passed away on February 18, 2024. He was born on June 11, 1952 to Mattie Holmes McMillan and Sonny Drain of Akron. Ronnie was proceeded in death by his parents Mattie and Chester McMillan, Sonnie Drain, brother Curtis McMillan and daughter Kelly Johnson.
He is survived by his loving wife Linda McMillan, daughters...
Lionel E. Millender, Jr.
Feb 17, 2024
An obituary is not available at this time for LIONEL E. MILLENDER, JR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Pastor Bobby Joe Grant
Feb 17, 2024
Born in Montezuma, Georgia on the morning of April 22, 1952 Bobby Joe Grant was the first of twins to be born to the union of Marvin and Bertha Grant. Bobby grew up and attended school in Montezuma, graduating from Douglas High School in 1970.
Pastor Grant was soon drafted into the United States Army and served...
