Obituaries

Aug 27, 2021

Sanoy McMullen, 79, passed away August 27, 2021.  She was born on November 1, 1941 in Akron, OH to Lester and Louise Bussey. Sanoy was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.  She is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Kim and Roxanne Bussey; and brother Jimmy Bussey. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughters, Angela Bussey (Devron),...

Aug 27, 2021

JB Smith, age 92 of Canton, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on August 27, 2021.  He was born on January 18, 1929 in Mississippi to the late Ethel Smith.

JB moved to Canton, Ohio at an early age.  He retired from Luntz Corporation as a machine operator.  JB was a lover of the Cleveland...

Aug 25, 2021

La'Daviere "Dee" Davis was born in Akron, Ohio on December 25, 2000. He attended Akron Public Schools.

La'Daviere was the eldest of three children. He was a fun and loving person; he touched many lives with his heart, personality and his comedic ability. Dee was into fashion and if you didn't have on attire to his liking,...

Aug 24, 2021

Evangelist Joyce Ann Simpson, 66, of Akron, OH formerly of St. Joseph, MO, passed away on August 24, 2021. She was born on July 1, 1955 in Akron, Ohio to the union of the late Bishop Charles and Eloise Simpson. She attended the Akron Public School System and she attended East High School and held various positions as a...

Aug 23, 2021

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

Aug 21, 2021

Samuel Baynes-Phinnessee, 69, departed this life of August 21, 2021.  He was born in Akron, Ohio and has been a lifetime resident of the community.

He graduated from Howe Vocational School in 1971.  He worked at Krispy Kreme and from there he started to work at Manning Club for 42 years, until his retirement.  He served in...

Aug 21, 2021

Terry D. Harris, affectionately known as "Slick" by friends and "Uncle Buck" by his nieces and nephews, passed away peacefully in his home on August 21, 2021.  He was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Grady Gilmer and Phyllis Harris Taylor.

Terry enjoyed being around his family, barbecuing on the grill, partying, and dancing at the...

Aug 21, 2021

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

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.