Obituaries

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...

Dec 26, 2021

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

Dec 25, 2021

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

Dec 25, 2021

Leroy B. Tyler departed this earth on Saturday, December 25, 2021, after an extended illness. He was 78 years of age.  Leroy was born on January 7, 1943, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

Leroy loved to tell his younger siblings about his life as a young child in Mississippi, how he helped on his grandma Sarah's farm early in...

Dec 23, 2021

Gregory L. Spears, 73, passed away peacefully December 23, 2021. Greg served proudly in the US Army and retired from the Wade Park VA Hospital, which he held close to his heart. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Fred and Rose (Harris) Spears; brothers, Larry and Darrell; and sister, Shirla Greco. He leaves behind to mourn his...

Dec 23, 2021

Marilyn Williams was born to Hezikah Williams and Cora Mae Rush on June 2, 1948, in Akron, Ohio.  Marilyn passed away on Thursday, December 23, 2021, at the age of 73 years old.  Leaving a void in her community of family and friends.

Marilyn grew up in Akron and attended Akron Public Schools.  She was employed and...

Dec 22, 2021

Quentin Jackson was born October 12 1968 to Arthur Jackson and the late Bessie Jackson. Quentin leaves to cherish his memory his wife Erica Gurley- Jackson, son Quentin Stokes, daughter DaMya Gurley, and a daughter in Florida. His father Arthur Jackson, Sister Natasha Martin(Frank)and Felicia Jackson. A special nephew Jevon Suggs. A host of nieces, nephews, Aunts, Uncles, cousins...

Dec 21, 2021

Ronda Mathis, 66, of Canton, Ohio passed away on December 21, 2021 after a brave and courageous battle with Covid.

Ronda was born on January 11, 1955 and is now reunited with her loved ones: parents - father, Richard Spears; step-father, Augustus (Gus) Graves; mother, Geraldine Graves; brother, Melvin (Gus) Graves; sister, Jacqueline Smith; cherished son, John...

Dec 20, 2021

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

Dec 19, 2021

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

Dec 18, 2021

Sesseley  (Riggins)  Finn passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 18, 2021.

She lived a vibrant life with a beautiful soul.  She was intelligent, a hard worker, a loving, and supportive mother.  She could light up a room with her captivating smile, sparkling personality, and great sense of humor.

She loved to dance, sing...

Dec 17, 2021

Carol Ann Brantley-Muhammad was born August 4, 1944 and went to be with the Lord December 17, 2021 after an extended illness. Carol devoted her whole life to being a homemaker and taking care of her husband Omarr and she attended Akron Public Schools. She worked at Goodwill Industries as a seamstress. Carol loved to travel and hang out...