Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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;...

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,...

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.

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.

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...

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...

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...