Obituaries

Aug 8, 2023

Eric W. Reynolds went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday August 8, 2023, after a brief illness surrounded by loved ones. He was born March 5, 1960, in Akron, Ohio to both the late William Lanier and Hazel J. Reynolds.

Eric accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of North Hill Community...

Aug 7, 2023

William Charles Sykes, known as Atom Ant/Charlie to his friends and family, was born May 27, 1956, in Columbus, MS to the late William and Ozella Sykes.

He attended Robinson Elementary School, Goodyear Middle School and graduated from East High School, class of 1974.

Charles was a life-time resident of Akron, Ohio.  He was baptized...

Aug 7, 2023

Kernola Sims Arnold

A cherished loved one to family and friends and a devoted church musician for over 80 years, transitioned peacefully on Sunday night, August 6 th , 2023, at the The Gardens at Cuyahoga Falls in Assisted Living Facility. She was 94 years old. Born March 30, 1929, in Massillon, OH to O'Bryant and Ruth...

Aug 7, 2023

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

Aug 6, 2023

Sharon Lynn Alford-Jones was born September 14, 1946, to the late Eric and Louise Alford in Akron, Ohio and passed away August 6, 2023, she was the second of two children.

She worked as a Teacher's Assistant for Akron Public Schools and was a devoted employee for The Holiday Inn Hotel Chain, she completed her employment with...

Aug 6, 2023

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

Aug 5, 2023

Morgan C. Anderson, 32, was born in Akron, Ohio, March 24, 1991, to Angela Vinson and Carl A. Anderson. She received her heavenly wings on August 5, 2023.

Morgan was a VIBE! She loved to eat and cook good food. She had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel. Her presence and passion created 32 years of...

Aug 4, 2023

Sheila Lynn Sanders 66, of Canton, Oh passed away peacefully Friday, August 4th, 2023 at Summa Health. Born in Canton, Oh June 9th, 1957.

Preceded in death by maternal Grandmother Carlene Tarver, Paternal Grandparents Horace (Agatha) Martin, father Landers Provitt, Uncle Otis Gibbs, cousinStanley Martin, niece Kayelisa Martin, Great nephew Omoyele Gonzalez; all of Canton, Oh.

Aug 4, 2023

Zaylah Reign Walker was called home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on August 4, 2023.

Zaylah is survived by her father Doak Walker II and her mother LaShawn Williams, brother Doak Walker III and sister Ezra Walker. Baby Zaylah also leaves to cherish her memory her grandparents, Doak (Yolanda) Walker I, TyShawn Williams...

Jul 31, 2023

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

Jul 31, 2023

Patricia Ann Smith, 78, went home to be with the Lord on July 31, 2023. Patricia was born on February 8, 1945 in Yantley, Alabama to the late Para Lee Gaines and was blessed with two fathers, Dempsey Gaines and Oscar Johnson. She moved to Akron, Ohio with her family when she was 8 years old, in October 1953....

Jul 30, 2023

Kameela Farrakhan, age79, of Canton, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023.  She was born on November 18, 1943, to William Henry and Bettie Mae (Martin) Bell and was a graduate of McKinley Senior High School, class of 1962. She continued her education   attending Central State University, Wilberforce, Ohio.

Kameela was an active member of...

Jul 28, 2023

Ronald Edward Lee II, affectionately known as Pig, was born on April 4, 1966 to Susan A. Mayle and Ronald Edward Lee Sr. Ronald attended Canton South High School where his sense of humor made him the "class clown." Ronald graduated in 1984 and soon after went to the Navy Reserves. Ronald lived in various cities but returned home...

Jul 28, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Evon Grogan. She was born in Meridian, MS to Vincent and Ruth Armstrong. In her early twenties she migrated to Akron, OH where most of her siblings were.

Evon served for several years in the healthcare field where she cared for those who were ill and elderly. Evon retired...

Jul 28, 2023

Victor C. Parker Sr. (Coach Parker) passed at the age of 81 peacefully in his sleep at Bath Manor Nursing Home on Friday July 28, 2023. He was Born to the late Ernest Parker Sr. and Edna E. Parker on Sunday October 19,1941. Born and raised in the Akron Community all of his life, Victor graduated from North High...

Jul 27, 2023

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

Jul 26, 2023

Jeanette Carter passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 26, 2023. She was born on February 27th, 1935, to Georgia and Israel Martin in Fairfax, Virginia. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Luther Carter, her siblings Willie Mae Harris, Foster Perkins, Annie Mae Wilson, Johnnie Mae Cuningham, Clifford Cummings Jr., Tremayne and Loretta Stone....

Jul 25, 2023

Juliette Bradford passed away on July 25, 2023 peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

She was born the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth (Hunley) Bradford, born on August 18, 1940 in Talladega, Alabama.

Mama was always a caregiver.  Mom's first job was working at the car wash in 1961; from there, she became a director...

Jul 24, 2023

Mary Lee Wilson (Sister Mae) was born Aug 29, 1924, to Castoria Worsham and Monroe Gates in Parkin, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Percy Wilson; mother, Castoria Darling; stepfather, Jessie Darling; father, Monroe Gates; stepmother, Willa Mae Gates; grandmother, Gertrude Maxwell; daughters Joyce Walker and Linda Cottman; son, Larry Taylor; sisters Loretta Webb, Margret Gates,...

Jul 23, 2023

In Loving Memory of Duval Peyton Flippen  Duval Peyton Flippen, lovingly known as "Dad," left us on Sunday, July 23, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family. He was 80 years old.

Duval came into this world on May 3, 1943, in Roanoke, Virginia, the cherished child of Mary Alexander Flippen and Thomas L. Flippen Sr. At a...