Obituaries

Sep 23, 2022

Willie Oliver Canty was born on January 28, 1969, in Akron, Ohio to the late Willie and Frances Canty.  He departed his earthly home on September 23, 222 after a brief battle with Cancer.

Oliver was always a fighter...he was a boxer in his younger days.  He played football in college, and he loved cooking.  Oliver truly...

Sep 22, 2022

Robert Lee Waters Jr., age 73, came into this world on June 5, 1949, in Vero Beach, Florida to Robert Lee, Sr. and Hattie Waters. He was affectionately called "June" by his loved ones. He made his triumphant transition to heaven on September 22, 2022, at his home,surrounded by his family and is preceded in death by his parents,...

Sep 21, 2022

Dustin Darnell Davis, age 45 was born to the late Victoria Davis and Curtis Bendson September 23, 1976 in Canton, Ohio. He departed this earthly life and gained his heavenly reward on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 following an extended illness.

Dustin loved the Lord and accepted Christ at an early age. He was baptized and a member...

Sep 21, 2022

Bliatou Eliyah Yang, 42, died early Wednesday, September 21, 2022.  He was born on July 19, 1980 to Ntsuab Chong Yang and Vang (Moua) Yang at St. Thomas Hospital in Akron, Ohio.  He graduated from North High School in 1998.  He spent his career working as a CNC machinist before his heart attack 6 years ago.

Eliyah...

Sep 19, 2022

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

Sep 16, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for KE'AUNII DEGRAFFINREED. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sep 14, 2022

Lillie Delores Hines passed away peacefully on September 14, 2022.  She was born in Akron, Ohio to Eddie and Zettie Golden.  She was a lifetime member of the Akron Community.

She was employed as an Administrative Assistant for The Cuyahoga County Youth Development Center and an Administrative Assistant for Cuyahoga County Medicaid Benefits Center along with several...

Sep 13, 2022

Son-Ja Yvette Smith, 55, earned her heavenly wings on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be, So, he put his arms around you, and whispered, "Come to Me" A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. She...

Sep 12, 2022

Lydia Lou Herring "Better known as Lottie" passed away on September 11, 2022, at Mission Point Superior Woods Nursing Home, in Michigan. She was born in Newbern Alabama,  on April 10, 1937, to the late Al Herring Sr. and Willie S. Herring.

Lydia was a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church. She found Christ at an early...

Sep 9, 2022

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

Sep 9, 2022

Clara Green, age 86, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio transitioned from this life to eternal glory on Friday, September 9, 2022.  Clara was born in Barberton, Ohio on April 16, 1936, to Ernest and Josie Caldwell, one of eleven children, one of which was her twin brother. Clara retired after many years of employment at the Malco Products Chemical Plant...

Sep 9, 2022

Ms. Florence Easter Carnathan, age 96, of Fort Washington, Maryland, departed this life on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 Florence E. Carnathan was born on November 2, 1925 to Lula Bryant in Monroeville, Alabama. As a child she was affectionally called "Baby Doll." On May 25, 1944, she married the love of her life, Tommie Lee Carnathan of Butler, Alabama....

Sep 8, 2022

Charles Anthony Hilton was born in Akron, Ohio on November 3rd, 1960, to Herbert and Emma Hilton. He attended Buchtel High School where he was an active member of the wrestling team, and both the drama and debate clubs. After high school, he worked landscaping with his brother-in-law Robert Wise before relocating to Minneapolis, MN to pursue a career...

Sep 8, 2022

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

Sep 6, 2022

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

Sep 6, 2022

Ms. Bessie Inez Clark was born 1940 in Tupelo, MS. She was the Third child born to the late Mattie Lou Walker and Hezekiah Leon Walker Sr. "Mommic" started her education in Dora, AL and finished in Akron, OH graduating from Buchtel High School. She worked 50 plus years at K Mart where she retired from. She professed her...

Sep 6, 2022

Raymond Lee Jackson Sr, 84, of Akron, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2022, after a courageous battle with illness. Raymond was born on July 4,1938 in Canton, Ohio to Louis Andrew Jackson and Rose Stokes. He was a graduate of Kent State University and he served in the United States Army. As a...

Sep 5, 2022

Cremation has already taken place

Sep 5, 2022

Mother Maple Lee Thompson, 88 transitioned Monday, September 5, 2022.

Maple Lee Thompson was a graduate of Canton McKinley High School; Home of The Bulldogs, and was an avid Lover of all sports. She worked at Mercy Medical Hospital as a Candy Striper. She was head cook at Hartford Junior High School.

Maple Lee Thompson...

Sep 3, 2022

Rentz Nicholson, Jr. passed away on September 3, 2022 in Alliance. He was born on August 9, 1934 in Gilbertown, Alabama to Louise and Rentz Nicholson, Sr. The family relocated to Alliance, OH when he was a young child. After high school, Rentz Jr. was enlisted in the military for a short time. Our Daddy was a caring and kind...