Obituaries

Feb 7, 2024

Dennis A. Harris born June 14, 1954 in Canton, Ohio to the late Albert G. Harris and Annie Pearl Ezell. He departed this life Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at his home. He lived in Canton,Ohio his entire life. Dennis started working at the Timken Company at the age of 20 years old and retired after 45 years of service....

Feb 6, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for CRAIG L. MCCOY "OG RON". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 6, 2024

Willie James Pryor, a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on February 6, 2024, after a courageous battle with a long illness. Born on September 26, 1957, in Tunica, Mississippi, Willie was the son of Lula Mae Pryor and the late JT Pryor.

Willie's journey through life was marked by his unwavering commitment to...

Feb 6, 2024

William Earl Allison, affectionately known as "Junebug" by his family and close friends, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 6, 2024, after a long battle with illness.

Born to William Earl Blakely and Illinois Allison on June 18,1965 in Akron, Ohio, he was a diesel mechanic by trade and a jack of all trades for...

Feb 6, 2024

Raymond Vaughn, Sr., 88, entered into eternal rest on February 6, 2024.

Raymond was born on October 20, 1935, to Jesse and Lillian Vaughn. He was the 7th of 9 children. Raymond was a lifelong resident of Barberton, Ohio and was employed at Babcox & Wilcox retiring after working for 20 plus years. Raymond, affectionally known as...

Feb 6, 2024

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

Feb 4, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for STEVEN L. ROBERSON "ROBE". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 3, 2024

Mary Lizzie (Haslem) Bell affectionately known as "Babysister", was born August 11, 1952. She transitioned on February 3, 2024.

She was the oldest twin daughter of Calvin Haslem, Sr., and Mary Jane Haslem. She graduated from North High School in 1971. Mary was employed by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services for many years,...

Feb 3, 2024

Gary L. Oden Sr. peacefully passed away at home on February 3rd, 2024 with loved ones at his side. Gary was born on October 14, 1933 to the late Willie Moses and Iolue Oden, in Talladega Springs, Alabama. He was the last surviving of 10 siblings, Leola Stone, Eula Miles, Mary Finney, Kathleen Powe, Willie Oden, Donald Oden &...

Feb 2, 2024

De'Shawn Javontae Dowdy also known as D.J., Deej, and Dowdy. A loving father, son, brother, and coach. Born Sunday April 24th,1994 in Akron Ohio at Akron City Hospital to Ineka Thomas and Winford Dowdy Sr.

D.J. attended Akron Public Schools, D.J. graduated in 2012 from North High School. D.J. received many college offers for football during his...

Jan 31, 2024

Avonte' LeMonte Williams, age 42 of Minnesota, peacefully passed away in his home on January 31, 2024. He was born in Canton, Ohio on October 25, 1981, to Bradley Williams and Demetria McClain. He was baptized in Jesus Name at Greater Bethel Apostolic Church and received the Holy Ghost at an early age. Avonte' graduated from Canton South High...

Jan 30, 2024

June Ellene (Sparkman) Whitt, 64 departed this life on January 30, 2024, She was born on June 15, 1959 in Canton, Ohio to the union of Elder Willie J Sparkman Sr and Girlene (Cannon) Sparkman. June attended Waco Elementary, Walker Jr High School and graduated from Canton South High School. June began with a great love of music and started...

Jan 30, 2024

Mr. Foster W. Simpson was born on January 18, 1926, in Georgiana (Butler County) Alabama. He was the seventh of eight children of Gus and Mary Smith Simpson, all of whom preceded him in death.  He was affectionately known by his family as "Brother".  It was truly a blessing that he, along with two of his siblings, lived past...

Jan 30, 2024

Carolyn Henrietta Ladson Jones, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Carolyn was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on January 13, 1946, to the late Joseph Edward Ladson and Ollie (Gladys) Ladson Parks. Carolyn later moved with her mother and sister to Philadelphia, PA., and eventually to Canton, OH. She graduated from Canton McKinley High School in...

Jan 29, 2024

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

Jan 28, 2024

Constance Marlene "Connie" Bryant, 81, entered eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 28, 2024.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on June 19, 1942.  She was 1 of 8 children born to the late Willie Julius Veal and Grace Barbara Banks-Veal.

A lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, she attended Akron Public Schools...

Jan 25, 2024

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

Jan 23, 2024

Benjamin Lee Drake was born December 19th,1977. He loved his family beyond measure and he loved to help people. He would share his last with you if it meant helping you. He loved cake batter, Hershey kisses, brownies and lasagna. We will miss him joking and his fun personality and his tight hugs. Ben was a loving, caring, funny...

Jan 23, 2024

Gloria Jerlene Turner, lovingly known to many as MaMa 89, passed away peacefully January 23, 2024, surrounded by family and LOVE.  Born to the late Betty Warren, and raised by her grandmother, the late Dora Warren in Roxboro, North Carolina, she was surrounded by loving aunts, uncles and cousins that were more like siblings.

After graduating high...

Jan 23, 2024

Donald E. Buck peacefully transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 23rd, 2024 at age of 73. Donald was born February 1, 1950 in Akron, OH to the late Earl Buck and Theresa Buck.

Donald retired from Summa Health System after 19 years of service. During his retirement, he continued to pursue...