Obituaries

Oct 18, 2023

Duane Bivins, born 12/12/50, in Akron, Ohio, the 5th Child of the late, Homer and Johnnie Mae Bivins, Sr. He lived in Akron his entire life. He was educated in the Akron Public School System.

Duane was an excellent Artist and loved Animals. He could freestyle draw anything he set his mind on. From his youth, he...

Oct 17, 2023

James Luthian Gray Sr. was born to Christine Gray and Fletcher Shelby on February 25, 1949, in Lucas, Ohio. He was called home to the Lord on October 17, 2023. James was known for his famous one word saying, "Later". He would say this after his conversation with you because he told us to never say good-bye. He cherished...

Oct 17, 2023

Duane Carver Ford was born on August 1, 1967, in Akron, Ohio to Geraldine (Ellis) Ford and the late George Carver Ford. At the age of one his father passed away. Duane was the heart of his mother, and he affectionately called her "honey" (the name she called him when he was little). He was very protective of her....

Oct 17, 2023

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

Oct 16, 2023

Jesse L. Wade, 54 years old, of Akron, Ohio passed away on October 16, 2023 after a battle with cancer. Jesse was born on December 5, 1968. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, and cousin. He is preceded in death by his brother, Sidney Wade (Cynthia) and father-in-law, Henry Owens. He is survived by his mother, Theora Owens...

Oct 16, 2023

Sy'Myah Da'Mika (Phat Lady) Allen, 8 years old, born on February 11, 215 in Akron, Ohio to Sheilania Love and James Edgar Allen Jr.

"Phat Lady" (My My) as she was called attended Main Preparatory Academy, she was a bright and bubbly spirited young lady.  She was always spreading her love through her hugs and made sure...

Oct 16, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for RONALD G. CARTER. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 16, 2023

Paul Dwaine Payne, Esq., aged 76, passed on Monday, October 16, 2023.  Paul was the son of Paul Dwaine Payne I and Frankie Henrietta Rice Payne, both of whom predeceased Attorney Payne.  Paul's paternal grandparents were the late Rev. and Mrs. John Thomas Payne, minister and first lady of Shiloh Baptist Church, Akron, Ohio. Paul's maternal grandparents were Sam...

Oct 15, 2023

THE LATE ELLA (ELLIE) MAE WINN LOCKETT was born in Dooly County, Vienna Georgia on November 28, 1928, to Willie B., Sr. and Leathie Winn. She was the third child of six children.  She departed this earthly life on October 15, 2023, at home.

Early in life, Ellie professed her trust in Christ, and on December 1,...

Oct 14, 2023

Yvette Anita Watkins was the third child born to Juanita E. (Clayton) and John H. Watkins, Sr.  Sr. in Akron, OH.  Yvette attended Akron Public Schools and took some courses at the University of Akron after graduating from South High School in 1963.  She was active in church from an early age and at the age of 16 or...

Oct 13, 2023

Renee Carlotta Scrutchings, born September 30, 1948, in Akron, Ohio. She entered her eternal rest on October 13, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois. She was the cherished daughter of Allen Fred Scrutchings and Juanita Colvin-Scrutchings and the adored sister of Dr. Cheryl Scrutchings-Sadler and Yvon (Todd) Mitchell. Renee's upbringing was steeped in love and family, primarily under the loving care...

Oct 11, 2023

Edward Ballard, Jr. was born to the late Edward Ballard Sr. and Alice L Ballard on May 17, 1955 in Gordon, GA. He was baptized at a young age at Peoples Baptist church by the late Rev William H. Cotton.

Edward Ballard, Jr. attended McKinley High School and had numerous employment opportunities, to include, Timken Roller Bearings...

Oct 11, 2023

Pamela D. Idahosa-Wheeler, 68, passed away October 11, 20223. Born July 5, 1955, in Akron, OH, to John Henry & Bernice Brown.  She was a retired Teacher from Akron Public Schools providing 35 1/2 years of service.  Pamela was a member of The Word Church and loved being a grandma to Skylar.

She was preceded in death...

Oct 10, 2023

"God gave us memory so that we might have roses in December." ~J.M. Barrie

Saundra Verinece (Knee See) Hunt (Gibbons), also known as the "Texting Queen," went home to be with the Lord peacefully on October 10, 2023.  Saundra was born to the late great Mack Neal and Ida Mae Gibbons on December 17, 1954, in Akron,...

Oct 10, 2023

Daylen (Day-Day) Dashawn Pickett, age 22 of Akron, Ohio passed away October 10, 2023 in Akron Ohio. Born and raised in Akron, OH he graduated from North High School and went on to obtain a welding certificate from Forest College.

He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, grandson and friend. Day-Day was a beautiful soul and will...

Oct 9, 2023

James (Jimmy) Darnell Sistrunk, 81, passed away October 9, 2023.  He was born on September 11,1942 to Helen Sistrunk in Fairmont, West Virginia.

He grew up in South Akron, Ohio and retired from Chrysler Motors, in addition, he was a devoted member NA with over 30 years of sobriety.

James is preceded in death by...

Oct 6, 2023

Mae Bell Warthen, affectionately known as "baby sister," age 79 of Harrisburg, PA, took a flight to heaven to be with the Lord on October 6, 2023 at Colonial Park Care Center in Harrisburg, PA. She was born January 3, 1944 to the late Rosie Mae & Timothy Warthen in Bartow, GA. Later her family moved to Aultman, Ohio....

Oct 6, 2023

Lorene Watson, affectionately known as "Ween" was born in Memphis, Tennessee on February 9, 1933, to the late Theodore and Ruby Becton.  At the age of 90 she made her peaceful transition to her heavenly home on October 6, 2023, surrounded by family.

Ween was a well-known beautician for over 48 years and was the proud owner...

Oct 5, 2023

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

Oct 3, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for LOUISE D. ROSS. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.