Obituaries

Oct 2, 2023

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

Sep 30, 2023

Barbara Diane Woods- Barron affectionately known as "Barb" received her golden wings on SEPT 30TH 2023. Barb was born May 26th, 1956, to Jeanette Woods (Akron) and Herman Lewis (Detroit Michigan).

Barb was a woman of many hats. She was very talented in the arts and had an extremely keen eye for creating immaculate pieces whether apparel,...

Sep 29, 2023

Sarah Powell was born August 16, 1924 in Ruleville, Mississippi to the late Charles G. Powell, Sr. and the late Arrah Armenthia (Harris) Powell. She departed this life on Friday, September 29, 2023 at her home after a brief illness. She was a resident of Canton, Ohio where she worked and raised her son Gerald Powell. Following her retirement...

Sep 22, 2023

Ravon Lee Ingram or as he liked to be called "King Ray", 31 of Barberton, Ohio unexpectedly passed away on September 22, 2023.  He was born September 17, 1992.He loved basketball and football, his favorite teams were The Cavaliers and The Lakers along with The Browns and The Steelers, however, he was huge fan of LeBron James.

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Sep 22, 2023

Our beloved, Ronald Lee Anthony, went home to be with Our Heavenly Father on September 22, 2023, after a catastrophic injury.  He was born in Canton, Ohio on August 13, 1959.  He graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas in 1978.  He also attended the University of Akron.  Ron was 64 years old.

Ron loved his family and friends. ...

Sep 20, 2023

Lillian was one of eight children of Ben and Iris Stewart.  She was happy, funny and healthy during her entire life.  Lillian was born in New Boston, Texas; but spent much of her life in Tulsa, Oklahoma where she met and married the late, Pink William Watson; and to that union, had one son, Anthony "The Hero" Watson.  She...

Sep 16, 2023

Our father, Oliver James Campbell, Sr., left this world, September 16, 2023, at Astoria Nursing home, at the age of 74. He was born November 23, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to Wright and Lucy Mae Campbell.

Oliver worked at TK Morse Company until an unexpected illness.  He was a big 49er fan and loved telling jokes and...

Sep 16, 2023

Husband and lifelong love of Kathy. The father to Mya, Angelique, Shai, Dezerae, and Damon. Grandpa G to Jadyn, Jordan, Elijah, Nathan and Franshon Jr. Son to Terry Rittenour, brother to (Mark) Geri, Teri, Michael, Jonnie (Jon Jon), Steven and Elizabeth.

He will live on through all of his beloved relatives and his memories will continue to...

Sep 15, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Carol Waite, a beautiful soul who touched the lives of many. She transitioned from her earthly home on Friday, September 15th. She is now resting comfortably in the arms of the Lord.

She was born in Manhattan New York on February 25, 1951, to Camilla...

Sep 14, 2023

Alice Roberson, affectionately known as "Sista," earned her heavenly wings on September 14, 2023.  Her beautiful soul blessed us with her presence for 76 years.

She was born in Hardenman, Tennessee to Mamie and Yumus Roberson on August 11, 1947.    Alice moved to Ohio with her parents at the tender young age of 3 years old where...

Sep 14, 2023

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

Sep 14, 2023

Tamika LaShaell Lee,  "Mickey,"  born September 22, 1974, to Patricia Ann Collins and Johnny Davis, she was later adopted by Eddie L. Humphrey Jr. who took on the responsibility as her dad, departed this earthly life on September 14, 2023.  She grew up in West Akron and graduated from Ellet High School.

She married Joshua Lee on...

Sep 11, 2023

Shirley Ann Cundiff left this life September 11, 2023, ascending to be in the peaceful arms of our heavenly Father. Born May 19, 1953, in Alliance, OH and moving to Canton, OH around the age of 5 with her parents Robert James Cundiff Sr. and Emma Francis Cameron Cundiff. She married Alton Lee Curtis Sr. and to this union...

Sep 10, 2023

Lourenthia Waters, was affectionately known as 'Bootsie" by all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Those that loved her and ache with her passing knew her by the other titles that she held – Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt and Friend.

Bootsie was born on March 30, 1946, in Akron, Ohio to Lillie and Charles...

Sep 10, 2023

Clara Delores Swan, a cherished soul whose light touched the hearts of all who knew her, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023. Clara was born on October 6, 1946, to Bennie Swan and Priscilla Swan in Akron, Ohio and Sister Linda P Swan who will meet her at heaven's gate. She brought warmth, kindness, and a nurturing spirit...

Sep 8, 2023

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

Sep 8, 2023

Arzalia Wilson affectionately known as "Zel", 76, went home to be with her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on September 8, 2023.  She was born November 21, 1946, in Birmingham, Alabama to George and Emma Thomas.

She was a dedicated member of Mt. Carmel Missionary Church where she served in many ministries including choir and Pastor's Aid....

Sep 6, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for ERNEST BURKES, SR.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 5, 2023

Tuesday September 5, 2023, Quitney Jerome Dix II, known affectionally to family as "Jerry" passed away from natural causes. Quitney was a veteran of the US Army with an honorable discharge in 1968. In the early 80's Akron's own, "DJ Q" would cut up on the 1s and 2s, he could also play a mean tambourine and wasn't a...

Sep 5, 2023

Eddie Lott, Jr., age 85, passed away peacefully on   Monday, September 5, 2023 at Heatherknoll Nursing and     Rehabilitation Center after a stroke that happened on August 8, 2023. He was born on May 27, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to     Eddie Lott, Sr. and Luvenia Lott.

Eddie joined the US Army and retired with an honorable discharge in...