Obituaries

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...

Oct 22, 2021

Theodore Holt, Jr. was the second child of Theodore Holt, Sr. and Winnie Holt. He entered this world on May 11, 1946. He departed this life on October 22, 2021.

Theodore attended and graduated from Akron Public Schools. He also attended and graduated from a culinary school in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord...

Oct 22, 2021

Bernestine "Bernie" Edwards went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 22, 2021, at the age of 90 years old. Bernestine was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on September 15, 1931 to the late Wesley and Minnie Johnson, Sr.

Bernestine moved to Akron at an early age and graduated from South High School. Following graduation,...

Oct 20, 2021

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

Oct 20, 2021

Catherine Cannon  affectionately known as "Cat" passed away October 20, 2021 peacefully   in her sleep.

She was born in Wrightsville, Georgia to the late Eleanor Graddy Burgess.  She moved to Canton, Ohio in her early 20's where she raised her family for the last forty plus years.

When Catherine moved to Canton she was taken...

Oct 19, 2021

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

Oct 18, 2021

Eunice Mae (Wyatt) Britt, left her earthly home, for eternalhome on Monday October 18, 2021.

Eunice was born, August 3, 1937 in Port Gibson Mississippi,  To Nathan and Elena Wyatt Sr. her family relocated to Akron, Ohio, where she lived most of her life. She gave her life to Christ at an early age, at Shiloh Missionary...

Oct 17, 2021

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