Obituaries

Dec 30, 2025

Evangelist Melinda Andrews was born on August 12,1946 in Canton, Ohio. She passed away on December 30, 2025. She was born to the late Bessie (Jackson) & Jim Conner. Melinda grew up and attended school in Canton, Ohio. After high school, she entered the workforce and held various positions. Melinda accepted the Lord into her life in 1973. She...

Dec 29, 2025

Earl L. Thomas affectionately known as "Son Thomas", was the only son of Fannie and Sam Thomas, born in Lowndes County, Mississippi.  He married the love of his life Rosie Lee Sherrod on October 28, 1951, he was her brother's best friend who wouldn't go home.  Earl found his way to Akron, Ohio when his brother-in-law and eldest sister...

Dec 29, 2025

Willie James Smith, affectionately known as "Sonny" to family and friends, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, at his home in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 88, surrounded by family and friends.

Willie was born on September 12, 1937, in Roba, Alabama, to Tommie Lee Smith and Mary Lee Smith. He was raised in the...

Dec 28, 2025

Sheridan Shropshire, also known as Sherry, gained her wings on December 28, 2025. She was born on September 9, 1957, to the late Sonya Lee Neal and Jethro Neal Jr.

Sherry was a loving soul filled with joy and love, and anybody she met instantly fell in love with her. She was known for adopting plenty of...

Dec 27, 2025

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

Dec 27, 2025

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

Dec 25, 2025

Timothy Horn departed this life on December 25, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General surrounded by his loving family.

Tim was born May 19, 1968, in Akron, Ohio to the late Barbara Horn and Johhny Cartwright. He attended Akron Public Schools. Tim was considered a pretty boy and ladies' man. He enjoyed skating and playing basketball. if...

Dec 21, 2025

Edna L. Copeland, June 11,1949-December 21, 2025, Age: 76, passed away at Copley Health Center after a year-long journey with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer.

Edna was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt.

She graduated from Garfield High School, Hammel Business College in Executive Secretarial Management, and Mansfield Business College in Computer Accounting. She...

Dec 20, 2025

Charles Lamont Covington, 49, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, following an extended illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Charles was born on January 9, 1976, in Canton, Ohio, where he lived his entire life. He was the son of Jasper W. Morris and Juanita K. Covington. Charles was a graduate of Timken...

Dec 19, 2025

Our angel Virginia Anise Wooley- Williams gained her eternal wings December 19, surrounded by her loving family.  Affectionately called "Virgie" she was born August 11, 1951, to the late William "Buster" Fitch and Callie Fitch-Burns.  She was the third eldest of six siblings whom she loved dearly.

Virgie attended Akron Public Schools and worked various jobs including...

Dec 19, 2025

George L Hall Jr., "Junie," of Canton, Ohio, passed away at the age of 56. George was born in Massillon, Ohio, then moved to Canton where he spent much of his life. He was a beloved son, father, brother, and uncle whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. George L Hall Jr was preceded in...

Dec 18, 2025

Joshua Michael Smothers Sr., Forever 38

Born on Dec 7, 1987 In Canton Ohio, to Joyce Williams and Eddie James Smothers. Josh went to be with the Lord on Dec 18, 2025. He has been reunited with his beloved niece, Ja'mehia Smothers "Mooka" and grandfather Michael Shaw. Josh graduated from McKinley High School in 2006 . He...

Dec 13, 2025

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

Dec 13, 2025

Moses Marquis Grant-Mitchell was born to Monesa Lyvone Grant-Malcom and Harold Tino Mitchell on July 24, 1992.

Moses graduated from John R. Buchtel in 2011.  After graduation he worked a few different jobs before finding the one he really enjoyed.  He was a dedicated home care aide for seven years at Kare For You Home Care, where...

Dec 13, 2025

Mr. Rashad Hines, was born November 4, 1987, in Akron, Ohio to Tracey Page and George Hines.

He graduated from Firestone High School. Rashad worked at Lembos Restaurant, J.C. Penney, and Dollar General. He professed his faith at a young age being baptized.

Rashad will be remembered as a loving, caring son, who loved his...

Dec 13, 2025

Jackie Raye Carpenter Sr. was one of a set of triplets born January 17,1950 in Pineville Louisiana to parents Willie Mae Carpenter-Thomas and Lemon Coleman Sr. Jackie was baptized at a young age at Daughter of Zion Baptist Church in Poland Louisiana. He attended Alexandria Senior High School before joining the US Military (Army) where he fought in the...

Dec 12, 2025

Tanaro Pounds, born on October 24, 2004, passed away on December 12, 2025. Though his life was far too short, Tanaro left an unforgettable mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a beloved son, brother, partner, father, uncle, and friend whose love, laughter, and spirit will live on forever.

Tanaro was a...

Dec 11, 2025

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

Dec 10, 2025

Edith Novella Hill, age 70 of Canton, passed away on December 10, 2025 after a sudden illness. She was born on March 3rd 1955 to James Denny II and Dorothy (Gentry) Denny. She is the 4th child of 6 children. She is a graduate of McKinley Sr. High School. Novella (Cookie) loved and served the Lord for 36 years....

Dec 9, 2025

Sarah Ann Lopp born December 6, 1943 in Gadsden Alabama became the 2nd baby girl to Arthur and Helen Lopp.

Her parents relocated while she was still young, she spent most of life living in Akron Ohio. She left school to start a family of her own but went back to get her High School diploma as...