Obituaries

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.

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.

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.

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...

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

Apr 28, 2022

Lloyd Sweeney, 72, passed away April 28, 2022.  Funeral service will be held on Saturday May 07, 2022, at 12:00 PM at Mt. Haven Missionary Baptist Church 545 Noble Ave. Akron, Oh 44320 where family will receive friends from11:00 AM until time of service.  Pastor Derwood Lockett, Eulogizing, Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery.  Condolences may be sent to 340...

Apr 27, 2022

Tameka Louise Rogers also known as "Meki" went to be with the Lord April 27, 2022, at the age of 41.

"Meki" was born to the late Michael Eugne Vickers Sr. and Karen Rogers on January 23, 1981 in Akron, Ohio.  "Meki" graduated from North High School, went on to study at the University of Akron completing...

Apr 23, 2022

Bobby (Robert) Waters was born to the late Robert Sr. and Leola Waters on May 15, 1946, in Akron, Ohio and departed this life on April 23, 2022.  He was affectionally known as Papa.

From a young age Bobby developed an interest in sports, particularly track where he excelled and got the nickname "Lighting" as a result...

Apr 23, 2022

Margaret A Pratt-Gillis went home to be with The Lord on April 23, 2022, at the age of 84.  She was born in Eden North Carolina to Ada Foye and Thomas Roberts.  She moved to Akron Ohio in 1966, last employed by Uni-Wear for many years.  She remarried in 2016 to Bervin Gillis Jr.  She was a member of...

Apr 21, 2022

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

Apr 19, 2022

Lucille Parker, age 100, went home to be with the Lord after a lengthy stay at Meadow Wind Health Care, Tuesday, April 19, 2022.  She was born February 12, 1922 in Birmingham, Alabama to the late William B. Evans and Fannie (McCall) Evans.

She graduated from Washington High School in Massillon in 1940, graduating from Timken mercy...

Apr 18, 2022

Raymond Jesse Wanzo was born on January 27, 2004 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio to Robin Clark and William Baron Wanzo. Raymond attended Akron Public Schools last attending Buchtel High School in his senior year. He was self - employed at Ray Rich Productions. Raymond will be truly missed by his family and friends. Raymond gave his life to Christ...

Apr 18, 2022

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Apr 17, 2022

Arlo Malik Mosley was born on April 7,1997 in Akron, Ohio to Robin Clark and Gordon Mosley Arlo attended Akron Public Schools last attending Garfield High School. He was employed by Unconditional Support. Arlo will be truly missed by his family and friends. Arlo gave his life to Christ years ago. He was a member of The Church of...

Apr 17, 2022

Zion was called home to be with the Lord on resurrection Sunday, April 17, 2022. Zion was a very humble young man who will truly be missed. He loved his family and friends, and appreciated guidance from those willing to do so. Many condolences to his mother Destiny Ramos, and his siblings Harmoni, Bishop & Liam. Condolences can be...

Apr 17, 2022

Danny Hopkins was born July 14, 1957 in Birmingham Alabama to Willie and Mary Hopkins. The family relocated to Akron Ohio where Danny graduated from South High School in 1977. He was among the best dressed dudes at South High and later attended college at Miami University.

Danny was very popular and was a friend to people...