Obituaries

Jan 22, 2022

Sister Evelyn L. Davis, was called from this earthly life to continue her walk with the Lord on January 22, 2022, just three days short of her 90th birthday.

Sister Evelyn was educated in the Akron Public Schools and graduated from Akron South High School in 1949.  She graduated the Akron School of Practical Nursing in 1952,...

Jan 21, 2022

Edna Louise Buck-Brantley went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 21, 2022. Edna was born on August 13, 1948 and had been a   lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. She went to Thornton Jr. High and South High Schools. She worked at Summa Health Systems (Akron City) Environmental Department.

Edna was preceded in death by...

Jan 20, 2022

Jammot L. Edwards was born August 30,1977 to Johnnie L.(Mac)  Edwards and Sandra (Faye) Edwards- Wash in Meridian, Mississippi. Jammot attended Quitman Public School and went on to obtain his GED.

Jammot was employed for Amazon and loved his job.  He could have been a recruiter for them with the passion he talked about the company with...

Jan 20, 2022

James Simmons was born September 3, 1923, in Whitesville, North Carolina to the union of Abraham and Florence Simmons.  He departed this life after a short illness on Thursday, January 20, 2022.

James proudly served in The United States Army receiving the "PURPLE HEART METAL".  He enjoyed spending countless hours sharing stories of his time in World...

Jan 19, 2022

Tiara Janaé Burch was born on June 28, 1995, to Yolanda J. Miner and Clarence C. Burch in Canton, Ohio. She departed this life on January 19, 2022, at the tender age of 26.

As an avid swimmer, Tiara competed on McKinley High School's varsity swim team for three years. Her mastery was the freestyle stroke. Upon...

Jan 19, 2022

Donovan A. Clay, 21, passed away on January 19, 2022.  Donovan was born on April 22, 2000 to Regina Clay.  He graduated from the Akron Public School System. He was preceded in death by his uncle Pete Brown, aunts Betty Brown and Collette Clay, brother Marlon Senter, and sister Tuesday Senter. Donovan leaves to forever cherish his memory his...

Jan 19, 2022

On Wednesday, January 19, 2022 after a brief illness, our beloved Diane Washington went to be with the Lord.  She was born on June 2, 1953 to the late Louis and Emma Washington in Canton, Ohio.

Diane attended Timken Vocational High School, graduating in Cosmetology and became one of Canton's best beauticians.  Diane was baptized at a...

Jan 18, 2022

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

Jan 16, 2022

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

Jan 15, 2022

Joshua Adam Bennett, age 31, has gained his heavenly wings.  Joshua was born to Robin Jordan Webber on December 10, 1990, but was adopted and raised by his grandmother Mary D. Bennett in Canton, Ohio.

Joshua was known to many as Cupp A Dolla, Cup, Dolla Bill and some even called him Bart.  Joshua was baptized twice...

Jan 13, 2022

Fawntella was born in Akron, Ohio on May 20,1971 to Pamela Cook. She grew up in Akron, graduating from the Akron Public School System. She continued her education going on to further her education by obtaining a degree at The American Academy of Professional Coders and a B,A. in Health Administration at The University of Phoenix. She taught medical...

Jan 12, 2022

Marion  Conner, Sr. was born on October 11, 1940 in Canton, Ohio to James Conner and Bessie Mae Brown. Marion was always very athletically inclined showing great skill in swimming, basketball and track. He attended Canton City Schools; graduating from McKinley Senior High School in 1960 a member of the football and track teams. After graduation, he enlisted in...

Jan 12, 2022

Marylou Beverly Tanner departed this life on January 12, 2022. She was born to the late Ruth Tanner in Oneida, New York on April 7, 1931. Marylou came to Canton in 1951, where she retired from Danner Press after 30 years.

Marylou loved to knit, crochet, do crossword puzzles and had a passion for reading. She loved...

Jan 12, 2022

Eddie Gene Beasley "Pee Wee", age  64, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday,  January 12, 2022.  He was born on October 11, 1957.

Eddie was a  proud member of the U.S. Army from 1974-1981.  Eddie graduated from John F. Kennedy High School.  He also graduated from Akron University with his Bachelor's       Degree.  Eddie was...

Jan 12, 2022

LaMonte P. Parker, 51 passed away on January 12, 2022.

Jan 11, 2022

Stephen Maxwell, 65, passed away on January 11, 2022.  Funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 4:00 P.M. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, OH 44306 where family will receive friends from 3:00 P.M. until time of service. Masks will be required to attend services.

Jan 11, 2022

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

Jan 11, 2022

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

Jan 11, 2022

Brandon DeVonn Dickey was born February 13, 1980, in Canton, Ohio to Darryl and Carol Dickey.

He passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Aultman Hospital.

Brandon was employed at Brookside Country Club in Canton, Ohio for 10 years.  Prior to that he was employed at the Quarry and the Marriott.

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Jan 10, 2022

Alexis Flint, 37, passed away on January 10, 2022.  Funeral service will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 12:00 P.M. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave. Akron, OH 44306where family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M.until time of service. Masks will be required to attend services.