Obituaries

Jan 3, 2022

James Curtis Wimbley, 63, went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 2022. He was born May 2, 1959 and had been a life long resident of Akron, OH.

He attended Akron Public School and after graduation he joined the Military. After serving in the Army James worked many jobs including, Sagamore Hills Hospital, Gooodyear...

Jan 3, 2022

Sandra Marie (Johnson) Hunter was born on March 5, 1944 unto the late Willie and Willa Mae Hunter, (stepmother Pearl Hunter).  Sandra went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2022.

In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her grandson, Dar-Shon Marsh; husband, Sylvester "Tinkle" Johnson II; sisters, Jackie, Evelyn, Pattie, Florence,...

Jan 2, 2022

Wanda Jean Black was Preceeded in death by her mother Lela Harris and father Lawrence Harris and brother George Harris (Poncho) Husband Ernest Lee Black She was the mother of three children, Mauricia Harris, Danielle Harris and Melinda Black. Mother: We appreciate your unconditional love and commitment to being our mother. The time has come for God to release you...

Jan 2, 2022

Stephanie M Palmer (Teddy) was born February 3rd, 1967, in Barberton, OH to the late Theodore Scott & Rosetta Wilson. She was a lifetime resident of Akron & Barberton Ohio before she transitioned on January 1, 2022.

Stephanie was employed as a Transportation Dispatcher with Panther Logistics before she fought her battle with her Illness. Stephanie was...

Jan 1, 2022

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

Jan 1, 2022

Paul Miller was born on March 2, 1943 to the late Jessie Oglesby and Gladys Miller in Akron, Ohio.  Paul delighted in the fact that he was able to see so much during his lifetime. Men delivering ice for iceboxes, trolley transit, party line telephone service, going from black and white to digital tv, and businesses being opened on...

Dec 31, 2021

RiQuan L. Jennings "Boo Ca$h", 24, of Canton, OH passed away on December 31, 2021. He was born on August 30, 1996 to Richard and Suprix Jennings in Canton, OH. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Regina and Jerry Potter. He leaves to forever cherish his loving memory, parents, Richard L. and Suprix Jennings of Canton; brothers,...

Dec 31, 2021

Lonnie Marie Martin, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on December 31st, 2021. Lonnie was born on August 6th, 1991, in Akron, OH to Robyn Moore and the late, Lonnie Atkinson III. She attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from East High School in 2009. Lonnie was only a few classes short of completing her bachelor's degree in Business Administration...

Dec 30, 2021

Shirley A. Williams went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2021, at the Cleveland Clinic in Akron, Ohio. Born in Harlan, Kentucky, she had lived in the community for 69 years. She was a member of Unity Church of God in Christ and served as a greeter.

Shirley was preceded in death by parents,...

Dec 30, 2021

Arnethia Elizabeth Johnson was born to the late Arthur and Mary (Smith) Johnson on September 26, 1935. She transitioned from this world at the age of 86 on December 30, 2021.

Arnethia was the second of Mary's nine children. She could often be seen traveling with her mother to various  conferences. At an early age, Arnethia joined...

Dec 29, 2021

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

Dec 29, 2021

Tina S. (Kirksey) Jackson was born on May 15, 1966 and went Home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 29, 2021.

She was a spectacular track person and loved sports. If you knew Tina she had a passion for Slotmania on her phone, she loved cooking and teaching others. She was a...

Dec 29, 2021

Mrs. Norma Jean (Tibbs) Mills 74, dearly beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  Went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. She was born on November 28, 1947 in Canton, Ohio to the late Hundley and Rachel Tibbs (Johnson).

She was a faithful member of Union Baptist Church.  Norma retired from the...

Dec 27, 2021

Susie Mae (Bell) Camper was born on September 17, 1943 in Linton, Georgia to the union of the late Ezekial Bell and Charity (Spencer) Bell.

Susie worked and retired from The Timken Company.  She was a long-standing member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Canton.  Susie was always full of life and joy!  She loved traveling and...

Dec 27, 2021

Dwayne Tomlinson passed away on December 27, 2021. Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 14, 2022, at 1:00 P.M. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, OH 44306 where family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. until time of service.

Dec 27, 2021

Talent A'christian Bradley of Canton, Ohio, passed away on December 27, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio.  He was born on March 5, 2002 to Tiffany Cundiff-Bradley and Christopher Bradley.  Talent graduated from McKinley High School, Class of 2020.  After graduation he worked various jobs, amidst starting his own t-shirt brand.  He was also very tech savvy.  Talent was always a...

Dec 27, 2021

Joanie Lynalyson (Hamilton) McGowan affectionately known as +JoJo, departed this life on December 27, 2021, at Summa Health - Akron surrounded by her family. She was born on January 3, 1960 in Athens, Georgia to the late Robert Hamilton and Billie Jean Williams.

Her infectious personality and love for life made it easy for her to meet...

Dec 26, 2021

Antoine "Twon" Davis, 51, passed away suddenly on December 26, 2021. He was a 1989 graduate of Ellet High School. He was always the life of the party and was sure to make friends with everyone around him. His compassion for people and animals had no boundaries, as he felt obliged to help anyone and anything that he could....

Dec 26, 2021

Barbara J. Norwood, 82, of Canton, Ohio, gained her wings on December 26, 2021.  Barbara was born on February 5, 1939 in Jackson, Mississippi.  She is the daughter of Leander Stewart and Florence Carr.  She was oldest of three children.  Her brothers were Denval Carr and Frank Lacy.  Her beloved grandmother, who helped raise her was Blanche Stewart, who...

Dec 26, 2021

Deacon Fred Carpenter, age 93, of Massillon, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 26, 2021, at Mercy Medical Center Cleveland Clinic.  Fred was born on May 28, 1928 to the late Emmie and Will Carpenter in Magda, Louisiana.

He served in the United States Army and fought in the Korean War.  Fred retired from Republic Steel   after...