Obituaries

Jun 7, 2023

Martha G. (Pope) Bryant, age 81, departed this life on June 7, 2023 at the Laurels of Massillon.  She was born on January 13, 1942 in Rienzi, Mississippi to the late Lucille (Gilmer) and Eugene Pope.

Martha attended Washington High School and graduated from Massillon Beauty School to become a licensed beautician for many years.  She also...

Jun 7, 2023

Reta Lamore Evans was born to parents, Walter Merrell James and Arthurreen James on January 28, 1943, and was granted her wings on Thursday, June 8, 2023.  Reta worked in administrative roles for Bank of America in Los Angeles,      California, as well as the Fifth Third Bank in Cincinnati, Ohio. When in Columbus, Ohio, she spent time assisting   thousands...

Jun 7, 2023

Solomon Jones was born on April 28, 1950, to the late William and Emma D. Jones. He worked as a security guard for majority of his life at Akron Children's Hospital and Children's Services Board just to name a few. He retired from CSB after working there for 25 years. Because of his love for the game of basketball,...

Jun 3, 2023

Zoletta Jean Stevens Jones, 91, was born on November 3, 1931, to Johney Stevens Green, (deceased) and James Edward Stevens, (deceased) in Akron, Ohio. She departed this earthly life surrounded by her loving children on June 3, 2023. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from The Akron Practical Nursing School. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over...

Jun 3, 2023

Deacon Moses Ray was born on January 5, 1944, in Minter, Alabama to the late Sarah F. (Charles) & Jimmie Ray, Sr. His mother named him after her brother, Moses Charles, whom she loved dearly. Mose, as he was affectionately called, moved to New Orleans, LA, as a young boy with his uncle Henry Charles, and he returned to...

Jun 1, 2023

James Louis Peebles, (Jimmy ) 77, passed away on June 1, 2023 in Newcastle Pennsylvania after a short illness at UPMC Hospital.

James preceded in death by his sister Cathy Fears; parents Vivian Fears and James Fears; brother Allegro Fears.

James is survived by his siblings, brother William L. Fears (Billy); sisters Ruby Green and...

Jun 1, 2023

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

May 31, 2023

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

May 30, 2023

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

May 27, 2023

Sierra Senter made her transition from this early life to be with the Lord on Friday May 27, 2023.

She was born September 9, 1987, in Barberton, Ohio where she attended Akron Public School graduating from East High School.

She is preceded in death by her father Dierre Senter, she leaves to forever cherish her...

May 27, 2023

Brandon M. Hunt, Sr. "Pee Wee", 37, passed away on May 27, 2023. Brandon was born on May 23, 1986 in Akron, OH to Carla Hunt and Ronald Davis. He was the founder of Top Shelf Kennels of Ohio and also was a basketball coach for Cuyahoga Falls Black Tigers.

He is preceded in death by his...

May 25, 2023

Ernestine Gandy Crosby was a wise, strong, fun loving , quick witted, loyal wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, aunt and friend . She was also known as, "Mama, Gram, Granny, Steen, Aunt Snook, Ernie and Queen "E"  to all of her family, extended family, friends and others that had the wonderful opportunity of being part of...

May 25, 2023

Eddie Lee Adams, Jr. was born in Akron, Ohio on October 17, 1968. He gained his wings on May 25, 2023 at the age of 54. He was called home after battling lung failure.

Eddie lived in Akron, Ohio most of his life, but moved to Charlotte, NC in 2006 with his dad Eddie Lee Adams, Sr....

May 25, 2023

Mr. Ernest D. Scudder III was born September 11, 1965, to Ernest D. Scudder Jr. and Mary Humphrey-Scudder at Andrews Air Force Base Maryland.  He graduated from East High School, class of 1983 and attended The University of     Akron while working various jobs in the City of Akron.

Ernest enjoyed traveling and being with family and friends. ...

May 25, 2023

Pastor Marion Felton-Hammonds was born on November 5, 1946, to Murray Allen and Missionary Clara Mae Felton in Akron, Ohio where she was a lifetime resident. She was an experienced workshop instructor, effective facilitator, and organizer. She was a proud alumnus of South High School, graduating in 1964. She was a student of the Word of God; graduating from...

May 24, 2023

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

May 24, 2023

Brandon D'James Colter was born April 15th, 1996 to Brenda Colter and David DJ Posey. He was a life long resident of Akron, Ohio. Brandon graduated from Garfield High School and attended Kent State University.

He loved football and was a huge Steelers fan. He loved to cook, swearing he was the next Iron Chef. His greatest...

May 23, 2023

Tobias Levi "T-Bo" Evans entered a peaceful eternal rest surrounded by family and friends on May 23, 2023. Tobias was born March 18, 1997 in Canton, Ohio aka "Cuba" Canton, Ohio (lol) to Angela and Robert Evans. He was the fourth of ten siblings and enjoyed being a part of a large immediate and extended family. Even as a...

May 22, 2023

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

May 21, 2023

Our beloved Annie Lucille Tolson went home to be with the Lord May 21, 2023 at the age of 81 years old.

She was born July 5, 1941 in Forkland, Alabama to the late Booker and Emma Gertrude Redrick.

Annie retired from Carlisle Plastic after 37 years and decided to keep working. She has been...