Obituaries

Aug 21, 2021

Tremune Tibé  Turner affectionately known as Tré, transitioned from this life on August 21, 2021 at the age of 44.  Tré was born on July 28, 1977 in Canton, Ohio to Lynette Andrews and the late Toney Turner.

Tré was raised in Washington D.C., then later moved back to Canton, Ohio in 1997.  He was baptized at...

Aug 19, 2021

Francine Cherry, affectionately known as Franny to her family and friends, passed away on August 19, 2021 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center.  Francine was born on January 24, 1957, in Canton, Ohio, to the late George and Daisy Cherry.

In addition to her parents Francine was preceded in death by her daughter Adawona Lenà Cherry, and...

Aug 19, 2021

Vanessa Lynn Peterson, affectionately known as Nette, made her Heavenly transition from this earthly home with her family at her side on August 19, 2021 at the age of 53.  Vanessa was born on August 19, 1968 to the late Susie Peterson and J.D. Peterson in Canton, Ohio.

Vanessa was a strong, loving mother, devoted to her...

Aug 19, 2021

Marchelle Mary Griffin, 64 passed away August 19, 2021. She was born December 10, 1956, in Canton, Ohio to the late Curley Griffin and Eleanor Scott- Griffin. Also preceded in death by sisters Veronica Massey and Peggie Austin, brother Preston Hale, godparents,  Homer & Ora Mae Sherrell, nephew, Michael Massey,  god brother Homer Sherrell,  Jr.

Marchelle leaves...

Aug 16, 2021

Hillard Odd, Jr. was the fifth son out of thirteen children born to the late Hillard Odd, Sr. and Maggie Clayton Odd. The angels peacefully ushered him into eternal rest on Monday, August 16, 2021, after months of declining health.

Hillard was born on April 3, 1944, in Chicago, IL. The family relocated to Alliance, OH where...

Aug 16, 2021

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

Aug 12, 2021

Jemion LaVell Parmer was born in Akron, Ohio in January 10, 1988. He was the second son of Camille Parmer and little brother of Tavares. Born into a loving and close family, Jay, as he was called, was a loving, big hearted and kind soul whose smile was not only contagious but illuminating. With it he could change the...

Aug 12, 2021

On Thursday, August 12, 2021, Luther Carl Cooper made his peaceful transition from labor to reward at the age of 55. He was born on May 15, 1966 in Akron, Ohio to his parents, Rev. Dr. Luther C. and Carlee Cooper. At the time of his transition his precious daughter, Phoenix Cooper and his beautiful sister, Carmela Lynn Cooper...

Aug 11, 2021

Lisa S. Taylor, 56, passed away on August 11, 2021 and was born on April 1, 1965. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, husband, Olin Ledgerwood  and son, Cameron Byrd both of Hartville, Ohio; along with her father, sisters, brothers, other relatives and friends.

Aug 10, 2021

First Lady Elder Sharon L. Jordan, age 58, transitioned from this earthly realm to her heavenly home on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.  She was born August 23, 1962 in Columbus, Ohio and she had resided in Canton for the past 28 years. She accepted Christ at the age of 8 years old and she was truly a woman after...

Aug 8, 2021

Teresa Mae Rouse was born on June 30, 1943 in Hopkins County, Kentucky to Roy and Hattie Ray, Sr.. She was a  graduate of Earlington Kentucky High School.

On December 29, 1962 Teresa married the love of her life Hygene Thomas Rouse and to that union were born Sylvia, Perry, Beverly, Regina and Gene Rouse.

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Aug 8, 2021

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

Aug 7, 2021

Malinda V. Ingol "Tunnie", 72, went Home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2021. She was born on January 10, 1949 in Barberton, OH to Clarence and Nannie Ingol. She is preceded in death by both of her parents, Clarence and Nannie Ingol; brother, Edward Ingol; and sisters, Lillian Bishop and Candace Hooks. She leaves to forever...

Aug 7, 2021

Thad  Felding, Jr., "TJ," went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 7, 2021. He was born on April 19, 1926 to Thad and Hannah Fielding, Sr..

Thad Jr. attended public schools in McBean, Georgia soon after he joined the United States Maries were he served from April 16, 1952 to April 17, 1954 where...

Aug 7, 2021

Ollie F. Floyd passed away on August 7, 2021. She was born on May 15, 1923 in Porterville, Miss. Ollie was a member of St. Marks Church. She was a family person and loved her children and grandchildren. Ollie took time with her family to go on trips, visited different colleges that her sons were attending and spent quality...

Aug 5, 2021

Jabrayla Janell fletcher was born in Akron, Ohio to Brittney Grandison and joe Fletcher on January 5, 2011 and departed this life suddenly on August 6, 2021. She attended the I Promise school in Akron, Ohio. Jabrayla was a god spirit daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend. She loved swimming with her grandpa Marvin, bike riding with her grandmother...

Aug 5, 2021

Pamela Marie Catherine Cato, nee Jewell, was born to Otis and

Mary Frances Jewell on March 29, 1949, in Akron, OH. She went

home to be with the Lord on August 5, 2021.

Pam is a 1967 graduate of North High School, and she lived in North

Akron all her life....

Aug 5, 2021

Mother Geraldine Jackson Veal, at the age of 85  years old, passed from Labor to Rest on August 5, 2021. She was born to the late Toney and Geneva Clemons Jackson on April 9, 1936.

She was the last of seven siblings. Akron born and raised, she attended Akron Public Schools graduating from East High School class...

Aug 4, 2021

Troy Nathaniel Purdie was born to Dewey Oden Sr and Nadyne Purdie-Hopson on October 2, 1967, in Akron, Ohio.  Troy passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at the age of 53 years old.  Leaving a void in his community of family and friends.

Troy loved music and considered himself an artist.  From a young age...

Aug 2, 2021

Debra L. Seymour was gifted to the world on February 12, 1961 to the late Harold Seymour and Virginia Seymour. She transitioned form this earthly life on August 2, 2021.

Debra attended Canton City Schools, graduating from McKinley Sr.  High School, class of 1979. She attended The Ohio State University and earned an associates degree from Stark...