Obituaries

Nov 22, 2021

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

Nov 22, 2021

Lent Edward Allen was born to the late Lent E. Allen Sr and Mattie Coleman on June 3rd, 1932, in Clarksdale, MS. He peacefully went  to his heavenly home on November 22nd, 2021. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he was  stationed in Denver, CO during his active service. Following his military service,...

Nov 21, 2021

Leonard Porter, Jr. also known as L.P., Pops, Bae Bro, Papa, Brother Ahmeen answered the call from Allah on November 21, 2021. Leonard a fraternal twin was born in Ferndale, Michigan on August 2, 1952 to the late Leonard and Dorothy Porter The family moved to Akron, Ohio on December 24, 1959.

Leonard was a member of...

Nov 20, 2021

We regretfully announce the passing of Annette Elizabeth (Washington) Cooke, affectionally known as Mama Cooke. She was born on June 15, 1934 and was 87 years old. Surrounded by her family she made her transition Saturday, November 20, 2021 peacefully at her home of 52 years.

Annette was a loving and dedicated wife and mother of six...

Nov 20, 2021

Brian A. Wilson, 41, of Akron, OH, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021.   Brian was born on September 12, 1980 to James Vargas and Anna Wilson in Akron, OH.

Brian was preceded in death by mother Anna Wilson, grandmother Jeanette Wilson, and mother-in-law Anita (Robinson) Ezell as well as a great deal of family and friends....

Nov 19, 2021

Mary Ann Taylor-Stewart made her transition on November 19, 23021. She was born December 3, 1964.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Ann Taylor; aunts, Pat, Deshane, Debra, Jean; and nephew, Kenny Mary is survived by her children, Roy, Tonimisa, Anita, Manaii; sisters, Tisha, Tasha, JaJa, and Twila; grandchildren, Davianna, Princess, Daryl, Anijah, Lil...

Nov 19, 2021

Brender Jean Sanders Lancaster, born June 27, 1956 in Canton, Ohio was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 19, 2021.

Brender was a 1974 graduate of Mc Kinley High School .  During her lifetime she was a member of Peoples Baptist Church and Deliverance Christian Church.  One of Brender's gifts from the Lord...

Nov 19, 2021

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

Nov 18, 2021

Don W. Nevels, 47, passed away on November 18, 2021. He was born on March 30, 1974 in Akron, OH to Pamela Nevels and Don Tramble. Mr. Nevels served in the US Army for 10 years. He is preceded in death by his father, Don Tramble; grandmothers, Jeanette Nevels and Joyce Mason; grandfathers, Bobby Joe Mason and Nathaniel Nevels;...

Nov 17, 2021

Agnes (McDay) Garner, 99, entered into eternity November 17, 2021.  Agnes was born in Akron, Ohio on April 30, 1922.  She retired from Union Carbide and also worked at Goodyear Aircraft as a "Rosie the Riveter".   Agnes was a longtime member of St. Sebastian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard P. Garner; mother, Agnes S....

Nov 17, 2021

Brunetta L. Brown, age 80, went home to be with the Lord November 17, 2021.  She was born April 25, 1941 in Canton, Ohio to the late Etheleen Gantlin and the late Roy James Lockett.

Brunetta attended McKinley Senior High School.  She loved her Bulldogs.  She was a season ticket holder for football and basketball for many...

Nov 17, 2021

SERVICES WILL BE HELD IN CLINTON, SOUTH CAROLINA.

Nov 15, 2021

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

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,...