Obituaries

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

Feb 15, 2024

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

Feb 15, 2024

KAVETTA JOSEPHINE FREESE, 70, passed this life on Thursday, February 15, 2024.  She was born on June 19, 1953, in Canton, Ohio to Shirley Edwards and Ira SnellJr. Her mother later met and married Robert Earl Williams Sr. and together they raised Kavetta along with her threebrothers and one sister.

Min. Kavetta accepted Christ as her Lord...

Feb 13, 2024

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

Feb 13, 2024

Her Life Legacy Barbara Ann Richardson, affectionately known as "Barb and Big Mom" was born on January 30, 1948.  She was the eldest child of five, born to the Late James and Olive Morris. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, she attended South High School.  Barbara accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at Shiloh Baptist Church.  She met...

Feb 12, 2024

Delores Mitchell (Pluki), 72, was born on February 26, 1951, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior, suddenly on Monday, February 12, 2024. She was born in Barberton, Ohio where she was baptized at an early age at Galilee Baptist Church.

Her family moved to Akron, Ohio where she resided and attended Akron Public Schools...

Feb 11, 2024

Shirley Ann Coleman was called from earth to glory at the age of 70 on February 11th 2024 When God wrapped His arms around her and whispered come and take your rest. Shirley was born July 20th, 1953, in Manhattan, New York to the late James Coleman and Dorothy Smith. Shirley attended Ravenna public schools. She was a Secretary...

Feb 11, 2024

Vidie C. Mitchell, 96, went Home to be with the lord on February 11, 2024. She was born on March 7, 1927 in Coosa City, Alabama to the late Bennie and Estelle Martin.

Vidie loved being at home sewing, doing puzzles and watching her stories.

She is preceded in death by her husband, McDonald Mitchell;...

Feb 10, 2024

Rutha Mae Wilson, a remarkable woman whose presence touched the lives of many, has left behind a legacy filled with love, faith, and unwavering devotion. Her passing on February 10, 2024, at Altercare of Cuyahoga Falls nursing home marked the end of a life that was lived with grace, compassion, and a deep connection to God.

Born...

Feb 10, 2024

Aquilla received her wings and went home with the Lord Saturday February 10th, 2024.

A lifelong Ohio native, Aquilla was born in Elyria, Ohio to the late Louise Bryant and Reverand James Bryant, and raised in Akron Ohio.

She retired after more than 40 years of service at Summa Akron City Hospital. Aquilla was a...

Feb 9, 2024

Jerrald Isaac Barrino, also known as "Jerry" born on April 12, 1951, age 72 of Canton Ohio joined the celebration of life on February 9, 2024, sunrise. Jerry was a joy and a laugh for everyone that he came in contact with and a kind soul here on earth. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Marjorie and...

Feb 8, 2024

Melvin Seals, age 69, passed away at his home in Akron, Ohio on February 8, 2024. He was born on December 16, 1954, to Barbara J. Cooper and Willie C. Smith in Crawford, Mississippi. He graduated from South High School in Akron, Ohio in 1973 and recently worked for Carlisle Brake & Friction for a number of years.