Obituaries

Jul 17, 2023

Mary Jackson, "Tina," was born September 15, 1955 in Forkland, Alabama to the late Lucrecia Jackson and Emmanuel Gator.  She confessed hope in Christ at an early age and joined the Birdine AME Church in Forkland, Alabama, under the pastorate of Ben Joshua Bettis.  She attended Birdine Elementary School and graduated from Paramount High School in May of 1973. ...

Jul 16, 2023

Sandra Anita Williams, 69, passed away on Sunday July 16, 2023, with family and friends by her bedside at Summa Hospice.

She was born in Akron, OH to the late Cleopatra Williams-Miller-Hill and Robert Boyer Sr.  She graduated from Buchtel High School in 1973 and attended The University of Akron where she majored in Nursing.  She later...

Jul 11, 2023

Reginald "Reggie" L. Connelly Sr., 77, passed away on July 11, 2023, from previous heart issues.  Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his heart left a beacon of light for his family and community.

Reggie was born and raised in Akron, Ohio and attended Akron Public Schools.  He was an outstanding football...

Jul 11, 2023

Mr. Trevin Lloyd Culler was called home during the night on Tuesday July 11, 2023 at 7:30PM, He was 44 years old.  "Trev" son of the late Mr. Arlune Culler Jr. and Mrs. Tanya T. Culler was born on May 3, 1979 in Canton Ohio at Aultman Hospital.  His parents and niece Ayanna Z. Culler proceeded him in death....

Jul 11, 2023

Ruthie Hankton, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, mentor, and friend, rests in the arms of our Lord after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.  Ruthie peacefully passed away July 11, 2023.  She was 69 years old. A lifelong resident of Akron, Ruthie, affectionately called "Mama Ruth" by some of her children, was born Ruthie Ann Hankton January 12, 1954 in...

Jul 9, 2023

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

Jul 8, 2023

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

Jul 8, 2023

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

Jul 7, 2023

Our beloved brother, James Williams Jr. flew his wings to be in the open arms of our Lord on July 7, 2023, at Cleveland Clinic Hospice with family members by his bedside after a lengthy illness. James Williams Jr. of Akron, Ohio was born on November 9, 1950, to the late Labinus and James Williams Sr.

James...

Jul 5, 2023

Felix Rushin Jr was a lifetime resident of Akron Ohio.  Felix was a hard-working man, who cared for his wife, his kids, and helped raise his siblings. In 1972, at the age of 18, he started his career with LTV Steel in Canton Ohio and remained there for more than 20 years. In 1994 he excepted a position at...

Jul 4, 2023

May her kind and loving soul rest….

La'Tracia Sullivan was born and raised in Akron, Ohio on June 16, 1976, and attended (Ellet High School). After graduation she began working. If you knew her, she always kept multiple jobs at once. Later in life, Traci attended Stark State College and not only graduated with one but three...

Jul 3, 2023

Ernestine Annette Stallings, AKA Onion and Ern Money 34, was born October 19, 1988, to the late Willie James Terrell Sr. of Toomsuba, Mississippi and Annette Stallings of Akron Ohio.

Ernestine is preceded in death by her loving father, Willie James Terrell Sr. Grandparents Leslie B. and Booker Stallings of Akron, Ohio. Quernie and Grady Terrell Sr....

Jul 3, 2023

Sarah F. Henry was born in Steens, Mississippi to the parents of Joseph and Lillie Pearl Sturdivant. On July 3, 2023, the Lord ushered her in through His pearly gates. We know she is rejoicing to see our Heavenly Father face-to-face because He died on Calvary Cross so that mom (and others) can spend eternal life with Him.

Jul 2, 2023

Lillie Mae Greene, 100, went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2023, surrounded by her family.  Born in Piney Grove, NC, she was a long-time resident of the Akron Community.

Lillie was a member of Providence Baptist Church serving on the Nurses Guild, Mother's Board and the food Pantry.  She was loved by all...

Jun 29, 2023

Gordon (G-MOS) Ellison Mosley went to join his son, mother, and father on June 29, 2023.

Born on July 24, 1972, Gordon was affectionally known as "Gordy" by his family and friends; he lived in Akron, Ohio, most of his life, also residing in Indianapolis with his daughter, Madison, for some years. Gordy was a diehard "Eastsider"...

Jun 27, 2023

StanDaisha Unique Glover was born August 23, 1987, in Los Angeles, CA to Sherron Williams and Stanley Glover.  She was raised in Akron, OH but resided in Redland, CA for the last five years.  Daisha ran track and loved to model at a young age.  She graduated from Central Hower High School and received her Medical Assistant degree from...

Jun 27, 2023

Cremation has already taken place.

Jun 27, 2023

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

Jun 25, 2023

Theresa lived her life as a mighty warrior for Christ. Her relationship with God could be seen throughout all aspects of her life. She served as a faithful deaconess for most of her adulthood at Restoration Church and Worship Center. Even when Theresa was not actively serving she could be found meditating in God's Word. Her love and devotion...

Jun 25, 2023

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