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Classie R. Colvin
Aug 5, 2022
Classie R. Colvin, born November 28, 1933, passed away on August 5, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband David Colvin, daughter Beverly Jackson, son, David Jackson, grandsons, Michael Lee Turner and Sullivan Jackson. She leaves to cherish her memory, children, Shirley Turner, Ralph Jackson, Barbara Tolliver of Akron, Oh and Willie (Darla) Jackson of Wooster, Oh....
Renea Morton
Aug 4, 2022
Renea Morton transitioned from Labor to Reward on August 4, 2022 at the age of 69. She was born October 16, 1952, and lived in Fort Washington MD. She was a member of Ebenezer AME Church where she actively and tirelessly served in multiple ministries over the years including: Â Exceptional Person Ministries, Missionary Ministries, Pew Ministry, Potter's House/ Warm...
Bettye J. Sanders
Aug 4, 2022
Bettye J. Sanders passed away into the arms of our Lord and Savior on August 4, 2022 after a long illness at the age of 71.
Bettye was born on March 22, 1951, to the late James and Darlena L. Sanders in Dubach, Louisiana. She moved from Ruston, Louisiana to Akron, Ohio where she stayed for over 30...
Daniyah Murray
Aug 1, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for DANIYAH MURRAY. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Larry Rodgers
Jul 29, 2022
Larry Rodgers was born in Marshallville, Georgia to the late Rev. Lawrence and Louisa Rodgers on April 5, 1936. He passed away on July 29, 2022 after a long illness.
Larry, with family of brothers and sisters moved to the Akron area in 1948 and soon enlisted in the US Army on July 1, 1962, Honorably Discharged...
Minister Robert William Allen
Jul 28, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for MINISTER ROBERT WILLIAM ALLEN. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Marilyn D. Murkins
Jul 28, 2022
Our beloved Angel Marilyn Denise Murkins received her heavenly wings on July 28, 2022.
Condolences may be sent to 930 Austin Ave. Akron, Ohio44306
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Markeda M. Dawkins
Jul 26, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for MARKEDA M. DAWKINS. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Ronald James Roberson
Jul 24, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for RONALD JAMES ROBERSON. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Cedric M. Coleman
Jul 23, 2022
Life Story of Cedric Maurice Coleman
Saturday, July 23, 222 was one of the Coleman Family saddest days as a link in the family chain was broken when the Baby Boy passed away.
Cedric Maurice Coleman was born October 28, 1965, to the union of Filmore (deceased) and Byrdine Coleman. Cedric as he was affectionately...
Margaret R. Hobdy-Person
Jul 22, 2022
Margaret R. Hobdy-Person born September 14 th , 1938, in Brundidge, Alabama, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 22, 2022. She was born to the late Kermit and Serene Wheeler and into a union of 18 Siblings. She came to Akron in 1959, and worked for various companies including Unit Ware and Cascade I. She married at the age...
Josiah O'Steen
Jul 22, 2022
Josiah Nazir O'Steen, 5, of Canton, Ohio received his wings on July 22, 2022 at Sunshine Care Center.
Josiah is preceded in death by his great grandfather Daniel O'Steen and uncle Desmond Thigpen. Josiah lives on through his parents Tyren O'Steen and Quinyce Thigpen, and siblings, LaNaia O'Steen, Kayden O'Steen, and Khailani Stires.
He leaves...
Raymond Turneur
Jul 21, 2022
Raymond Turneur went home to be with The Lord on Thursday July 21, 2022. Raymond was born September 11, 1951, in Akron, Ohio to Donald and Bobbie Jean Turneur.
Raymond was employed for many years at Michael's AM restaurant, and enjoyed sports, especially boxing and golf.
He is preceded in death by parents Donald and...
Roma Ray Threatt
Jul 18, 2022
Artist and retired licensed practical nurse, Roma Ray Threatt touched so many lives during her time here on earth. Her loving and selfless devotion to her family and friends will be remembered long after her passing.
Roma Ray Threatt went home to be in the arms of the Lord on July 18, 2022. Roma was born July...
Lily Esther Brunner "Es"
Jul 17, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for LILY ESTHER BRUNNER "ES". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Daniel Darel Green
Jul 15, 2022
Daniel D. Green, age 56 gained his wings July 15, 2022. He was born to  Barbara and the late John Green on July 16, 1965 in Canton, Ohio.
Daniel graduated from McKinley Sr. High in 1983 as one of the fastest 400  meter runners. He went on to Ohio State University, where he studied for three years...
Jonathan Karl Moore
Jul 15, 2022
Jonathan K. Moore, passed away unexpectedly on July 15 th 2022. Born October 6, 1957 in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Johnnie & Mary (Lancaster) Moore.  He was a lifelong resident of Canton where he was an All-American tailback for Canton McKinley Bulldogs under Coach John Brideweser.  He played in the Ohio HS All Star game and the Big...
Cheryl Perry
Jul 13, 2022
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Cheryl Perry, 63, passed away July 13, 2022. She was preceded in death by her father Willie Perry, mother Annie R. Tucker, brother Dwayne Hammond, sister Naomi Boykins and best friend Mary Buford.
She leaves to cherish her children Tekisha Perry of Twinsburg, Oh, Patricia and Delandre Perry...
Roger Allen Carr
Jul 12, 2022
Roger Allen Carr affectionally called "Roger The Dodger", 74 went home to be with The Lord after a short illness on July 12, 2022. Roger was a dominate football player known as the star running back for Central Hower High School where he graduated in 1965.
Roger was united in holy matrimony in 1966 to the late Mary...
