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Mattie Clyde Snell
May 31, 2022
Mattie Clyde Snell, 86 years old, of Canton, Ohio passed away on May 31, 2022 at St. Luke's Lutheran Community of North Canton. Born on November 2, 1935 in Brundidge, Alabama to the late Willie Oscar and Pearl Terry Davenport, she married Beathell Snell on May 13, 1953.
Mattie worked several part time jobs throughout her life...
Nathan Mims
May 31, 2022
"Stairway to Heaven"
Nathaniel J. Mims III. "Little Nate"- 63, passed away peacefully in his sleep and went home to be with the Lord on May 29, 2022.
He was born on January 18, 1958, to his parents, Nathaniel J. Mims II. & Viola Mims in Akron, Ohio. He grew up in Akron, Ohio, attended...
Charles Edward Henderson
May 30, 2022
Charles Edward Henderson, age 73, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022. Born March 15, 1949 to the late Elmer and AileeneHenderson, Charles was a resident of Waynesburg, Ohio for many years and a former resident of California.
Amongst his many accolades, Charles received an honorable discharge from the United States Army. He received a National Defense Service ...
Jaymeisha J. Beasley
May 28, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for JAYMEISHA J. BEASLEY. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Joseph Herring
May 25, 2022
Joseph graduated from Akron South High and went on to enlist in the United States Marines. Joseph was an Honorably Discharged, decorated Vietnam Veteran. Joseph's hobbies included photography, and watching baseball, basketball, and football. He especially cherished spending time with his grandchildren and family members.
Joseph was preceded in death by both his parents Joseph Jerels, Willie...
Peggy Hunt
May 24, 2022
Peggy Hunt was called home in peace in Forrest Park, GA. on May 24, 2022 at the age of 67.  Proceeded in death by father and mother Frank (Ruth) Harris, daughter Toka Harris, grandson Darius Harris.  She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Shakeisha Davis, grandchildren Janai Davis and Jeramiah Davis, siblings Frank Harris, Ricky (Tracey) Harris, Janice (Clyde)...
Donald E. Walker
May 24, 2022
Donald E. Waker, 67, passed away May 24, 2022. Donald was born October 10, 1954, in Bluefield, WV to Cortez Y. Bowles & Martha Jane Walker. Don came to Akron, Ohio as a child where he attended Buchtel High School and then Kent State University.
Don had a passion for caring for those who could not care...
Derrick Fischer
May 24, 2022
Derrick Donte' Fischer passed away suddenly on May 23, 2022. He was born May 21, 1990, to Adrienne Thomas and Derrick Fischer. Derrick attended Akron Public Schools where he played basketball and graduated from North High School.
He was very kindhearted and loved by many; he loved music, sports, traveling and his family.
He leaves...
Helen Smith
May 24, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for HELEN SMITH. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Rico M. Marshall
May 21, 2022
Rico M. Marshall, age 43, departed this life on May 21, 2022.
Born on January 17, 1979 to Carolyn Marshall and Ronnie Degraffinreid in Canton, Ohio.
Rico was preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn Marshall; and his grandmothers, Shirley Ann Degraffinreid and Grace Nancy Marshall, whom he adored and had a special relationship with;...
Patricia Smith
May 19, 2022
Patricia "Pat" Ann (Moore) Smith, 75 made her Transition to Glory May 19, 2022. Pat was born in Birmingham, Ala., July 10, 1946, to the late Willie L. Moore and Bernice Moore. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley Smith and youngest brother Roger "007" Moore. She was the church administrative assistant and treasurer of New Life...
Ruby (Cone) Metcalf
May 16, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for RUBY (CONE) METCALF. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Michael L. Reeves
May 13, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for MICHAEL L. REEVES. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Leroy Barrino "Sweat"
May 13, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for LEROY BARRINO "SWEAT". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Maxie Bell
May 12, 2022
After a brief illness, Maxie Bell, 87, beloved husband of Shirley Bell for the past 64 years, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 12, 2022. Maxie Bell was born in Long Street, LA, graduated from Desoto Parish High School and at a young age met the Lord at Old Zion Baptist Church. Maxie and his...
Thomasine Kelly
May 12, 2022
Thomasine Kelly, passed away at Akron City Hospital from a lengthy illness on May 12, 2022. Born May 20, 1943, in Akron, OH, the daughter of Joseph and Fannie May Neuby. She was called by the Lord at a young age and was Baptized at Antioch Baptist Church. She graduated from South High School and later attended The University...
Ronald L. Lewis
May 11, 2022
Ronald L. Lewis, 36, passed away on May 11, 2022, Funeral service will be held on Friday May 20, 2022, at 12:00PM at Rhoden Memorial Home 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, Ohio 44306 where family will receive friends from 11:00AM until time of service. Interment, Glendale Cemetery.
Leon Terrell
May 10, 2022
Leon Terrell, 88, passed away after an extended illness on May 10, 2022. Born in Senatobia, MS, he was a long-time resident of the Akron community. He was retired from B & W and served his country with the U.S. Army in the Korean conflict. Preceded in death by his parents, daughter and six siblings, he leaves to cherish his...
Chrystal Gilmer
May 10, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for CHRYSTAL GILMER. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Nathaniel Lamont Bledsoe "Fatz"
May 7, 2022
Nathaniel Lamont Bledsoe (Fatz) was born July 8, 1974, in Akron, Ohio to the late Nathaniel Jones and  Patricia Turner. He lived in Reno, Nevada from 1986-1992 where he attended Reno High School. Nathaniel was a gentle giant and the life of every party. His favorite sports to watch was basketball and football.
Nathaniel also enjoyed watching...
