Obituaries

Nov 17, 2023

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lawrence Burks, age 55, of Canton, OH, died unexpectedly on November 17, 2023. He was born in Cleveland, OH on November 19, 1967, to Jimmie and Ethel Burks.

Jeff was a proud graduate of Glen Oak High School where he played basketball and met many of his lifetime friends. After high school, Jeff attended Kent...

Nov 17, 2023

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

Nov 15, 2023

Ira "Danny" Holt, affectionately known to many as "Danny" was born on April 8, 1949, to Thelma and Nyle Holt in Akron, Ohio. He was called home to be with the Lord on November 15, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Danny was an honorable man who loved his family, a good game of baseball and a home...

Nov 15, 2023

DORIS E. COLLINS BEASLEY PRYEAR nee-(ARMSTRONG) Family matriarch, AKA - Zeta Theta Omega's last charter member, Second Baptist Church Saint has passed, age 98.

DORIS E. COLLINS BEASLEY PRYEAR nee-(ARMSTRONG), daughter of George and Florence Armstrong was born on February 14, 1925 in Akron, Ohio. She departed her earthly journey on November 15, 2023 at her home...

Nov 14, 2023

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

Nov 13, 2023

Irvin D Wilson, 66, departed this life on November 13, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio to his loving parents Ellis Wilson and Geraldine Wilson on May 17, 1957. Irvin "Ivan" Wilson attended Garfield High School, where he played basketball and was given the nickname of "Superfly". He later graduated and took interest in working for the City...

Nov 13, 2023

Sister Lela M. Phillips, a cherished resident of Akron, Ohio, gracefully entered this world on February 13, 1939, in Union Springs, Alabama, to the late Willie and Tena Phillips. On November 13, 2023, she peacefully transitioned to eternal life at home, surrounded by the warmth of family and friends, including her special great nephew, Marquise Wallace. She confessed her...

Nov 11, 2023

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

Nov 9, 2023

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

Nov 9, 2023

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

Nov 9, 2023

James D. Harris, 71, departed this life unexpectedly on November 9, 2023. He was born in Warrenton, North Carolina and attended John Graham High School. He joined the United States Marine Corp in 1967 until 1971 and served during the Vietnam war.

James came to Ohio in 1971 after an honorable discharge from the Marine Corp. He...

Nov 6, 2023

Bettye (Baskin) Grant, age 75, went home to be with The Lord, November, 6, 2023. She was born in Egypt, Mississippi, January 7, 1948. Bettye graduated from McKinley Senior High School, and the University of Colorado.  She retired from Stark County DD (Board of Developmental Disabilities).

Bettye was a devoted and faithful member to True Light Christian...

Nov 3, 2023

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

Nov 2, 2023

Benjamin Raymond Brown was born in Washington, D.C. on May 25, 1973, to Elizabeth A. Brown and the late Benjamin Mitchell.  He was the first born, followed by his sister Felicia S. Brown, with whom they were very close.

Benjamin lived in Oxon Hill, Maryland and also Capital Heights, Maryland.  In 1989, the family relocated to Akron,...

Nov 2, 2023

LaShawné Nicole Lee departed this life suddenly on November 2, 2023.  LaShawné was born on February 7, 1980, in Akron, Ohio to the late Anthony Johnson and Patricia Lee.

LaShawné came into this world fighting at 2lbs 15oz and 15 inches long. When the Doctors gave a negative report, LaShawné had other plans and with the help...

Oct 31, 2023

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

Oct 29, 2023

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Oct 28, 2023

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

Oct 27, 2023

Barbara Ann Brown-Shepherd was born to Clarence and Mabel Brown on May 19, 1943, in Akron, Ohio.

She attended Akron Public Schools graduating from Akron South "Big Blue" High School class of 1961. Barbara received a scholarship to an HBCU Philander Smith University in Little Rock, AR, through the aid of Centenary United Methodist Church. After graduation...

Oct 25, 2023

Leon Tallmadge Ricks passed away on October 25, 2023 at the age of 87. He lived a long, blessed life with his high school sweetheart, Thema. A dedicated husband and father, he always found time to laugh, tell a story, or impart some words of encouragement to others. Leon was born in Barberton, Ohio to Leona and Tallmadge Ricks....