Obituaries

Nov 11, 2021

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

Nov 8, 2021

Paul Robinson, age 73, of Canton, Ohio was born April 24, 1948to the late Clarence and Opal (Hammond) Robinson.  He departed his life November 8, 2021.

He graduated from McKinley High School and was given the title of a "great athlete."  He participated in many sports, but excelled in the "Bulldog Tradition" with his speed and aggressiveness...

Nov 6, 2021

Cheryl Mayfield went home to be with the Lord on November 6, 2021 peacefully at home.  Cheryl was born in Akron, Ohio May 5, 1944 to the late Sanford and Elizabeth Caldwell. She was proceeded in death by her beloved parents, husband Fred Mayfield, daughter Tracy Mayfield, sister Sandra Montiere and brother Lamonte Williams and Jerome Caldwell. Cheryl leaves to...

Nov 3, 2021

Pearline A. Wright went home to be with the Lord, November 3, 2021.  Born in Pulaski, Tennessee she was a longtime member of the Akron Community.  She leaves to cherish her memory husband (Retired Pastor) James Wright, son Ramon and a host of other relatives and friends.

Nov 3, 2021

Thomas Russell, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 3, 2021.  He was born on March 26, 1944 to the late Thomas and Cleo Russell.

Tommy graduated from Pomeroy Senior High School of Pomeroy, Ohio.  He was a humble servant at Greater Bethel Apostolic Church of Canton, Ohio under the pastoral leadership...

Nov 3, 2021

William Milton Mitchell III, affectionately known as Bay Boy,  age 64, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021.

William was born March 5, 1957 in Canton, Ohio to the late, Christine and William Mitchell II.  William served time in the US Military.

William was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria J. Mitchell  and brother Edward...

Nov 1, 2021

Julien Felix Jackson entered into eternal peaceful rest on November 1, 2021 at his place of residence in Akron, Ohio at the age of 35.

Julien Felix Jackson was born on February 8, 1986 in the city of Warren, Ohio to parents Felix and Shirley (Burkett) Jackson.

Julien began his life journey residing in Alliance,...

Nov 1, 2021

Larry D. Barney, age 73, a lifelong resident of Canton, Ohio, was called home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2021 after battling an extended illness.  He was born to the late Jake and Cornelia Barney on October 1, 1948.

In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his brothers, Willie and...

Oct 31, 2021

Kelvin Lee Hope Jr. was born on May 14, 1983 to Lucy Edmuns and Kelvin Lee Hope Sr.  He tragically passed on October 31, 2021.

Kelvin was an employee of Shearers Foods for fourteen years.

He leaves to mourn his passing, his (2) children, LaNina and Jessiah; his mother, Lucy Edmunds; sister, Latifah, as well...

Oct 31, 2021

Robert Jackson was born February 5, 1926, in Corley, Georgia to the late Hattie Mae Cosine and Roford Walker.  Raised by his grandmother until twelve years of age, he was reunited with his mother in Corley, Georgia and later relocated Cleveland, Ohio.

He worked on the railroad in Youngstown, Ohio from 1970 until failing eyesight left him...

Oct 31, 2021

Cristle Michelle Murray, passed away October 31, 2021. Cristle was born in Akron to the late Edna Patricia and T.]. Murray. Affectionately known as "Shine", she attended Alerom public schools. Shine was very active in her community. She had a warm heart and a kind word for everyone she encountered. Shine was full of life and could make you laugh...

Oct 29, 2021

Tongala L. Siler , age 59, went home to be with the Lord on October 29, 2021.  She was born at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Columbus, Ohio on April 19, 1962 to Ruby and the late Lawrence E. Siler.

Tongala was a very ambitious, smart, young lady with a winning personality.  To say the least, Tongala...

Oct 28, 2021

On October 28, 2021, Ossie Avon McMillan Jr. went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by his loving family.  Born September 9, 1946 in Akron, Ohio to the late Ossie A. McMillan Sr. and Juanita Spencer.

Ossie attended Akron Public Schools before serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  He graduated from Hammel Business...

Oct 27, 2021

Henry Turner, age 74, went home to be with the Lord on October 27, 2021.  Henry was born on April 3, 1947 in Boligee, Alabama to the late Harry and Deland Turner.

Henry came to Ohio in 1973 and was employed by Canton Malleable Iron, and Ohio Cast Products.  Henry was married to his beloved wife Shelley,...

Oct 26, 2021

Beverly D. Dingle-McCants, 68, went Home to be with the Lord on October 26, 2021. She was born on May 27, 1953 in Akron, OH to Willie Dingle and Anna Peal Rigby. Beverly was a member of Faith Temple Church of The Living God. She is preceded in death by her father, Willie Dingle; mother, Anna Peal Rigby; and...

Oct 25, 2021

Brandon Owens Jr., went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2021.  Born December 11, 2019 to proud parents, Kre'nautica Zollicoffer and Brandon Owens Sr.

Prayer had a joyful and happy spirit. He was a momma's boy.  He loved his momma so much that he would just wrap his arms around her.  She could be...

Oct 25, 2021

Deborah Lynn Callaway also known as "Debbie cakes" was born August 19,1959 in Akron Ohio to the late Mary Virginia Callaway and Walter Lee Callaway Deborah was a devoted mother, and grandmother..she enjoyed being around her family & friends listening to music, she loved her some ben &Jerry ice cream and cooking for her family.. She is preceded in...

Oct 25, 2021

Sheila McLeod, age 77, went home to be with the Lord  on October 25, 2021.  Born in Alliance, Ohio on March 7, 1944 to the late Edna and Aaron Sims Sr.

In addition to her parents , Sheila is preceded in death by her ex-husband, Wallace McLeod; son Alan McLeod; grandparents, Gertrude Sims and Amy Snell.

Oct 23, 2021

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

Oct 23, 2021

Mary D. Hill Betts Bennett, age 79, has gained her heavenly wings. Mary was born to the late Alf (Alfred Sr.) and Mary Underwood-Hill on February 22, 1942 in Brent, Alabama.

Mary was affectionately known as Momma, Granny, Aunt Mary, or Aunt Noochie.  Mary was a faithful servant of the Lord up until her health prevented her...