Obituaries

Jun 18, 2021

Darryl "Boogie" Perdue, resident of Akron, Ohio took his last breath, June 18, 2021.  Darryl worked for 3M & Banner Pharmaceuticals for 13 years.  He was a creative artist and has sold drawings and sculptures.  He loved to renovate and remodel homes.  Darryl was an "old soul" and had many words of wisdom.  In keeping with Darryl's loving, generous...

Jun 18, 2021

Isaiah Nasir Wesley, age 5, was called home to be with the Lord on June 18, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. He was born on December 3, 2015, to Jocelyn Wesley and Drayon Campbell. He was an active member of Hear The Word Ministries, pastor, Dr. Anicia A Clayton, since birth. He was a faithful participant of the...

Jun 16, 2021

Charles Wesley Williams, age 95, departed this life on June 16, 2021.  He went home to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by family. Charles was born July 27, 1925 in Clio, Alabama to the late Maudie and Leila Williams.

Affectionately known as, "C.W.," as well as "Knuckie," Charles was a long time member of Asbury Chapel...

Jun 16, 2021

Melvin Twitty, 84, passed away on June 16, 2021. He was born on March 20, 1937 to Oscar and Mandy Twitty, Sr. in Limestone, AL. He is preceded in death by both of his parents; daughter, Serita Twitty and four brothers. Melvin leaves to cherish his loving memory, Children, Eddie Gene Jones of Cleveland, TN, Connie Twitty of Huntsville,...

Jun 16, 2021

Pearlena Crowe, 85, passed away on June 16, 2021. She was born on April 25, 1936 in Meridian, Mississippi to the late Britt and Ollie Mae Everett, Sr.. She is preceded in death by both of her parents; husband, A.G. Crowe, Jr.; son, Marvin Crowe; two brothers and one sister. Pearlena leaves to cherish her loving memory, son, Christopher...

Jun 15, 2021

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

Jun 14, 2021

Willie C. Tate Sr., was born in Akron Ohio on February 17, 1972 to Nona Tate and the late Willie Shepherd.  WC received his heavenly wings peacefully on Monday June 14, 2021 at the age of 49.  He was a proud graduate of John R. Buchtel High School. He enjoyed spending quality time with family, watch Sci-Fi movies, football,...

Jun 14, 2021

Deacon Cedric Arden "Ceddy Ced" Brown, age 54 of Akron Ohio, peacefully with his family by his side made his journey home, on Monday, June 14, 2021.

Cedric was born on June 23, 1966 to Ruby Jo and Robert Earl Brown. He was full of life, he was strong and brave. He enjoyed cooking and spending time...

Jun 12, 2021

On June 12, 2021, Dorothy Jean Richardson, age 86, got her wings and went to walk with the angels.

Dorothy was born in Los Banos, California on July 21, 1934.  During her life she worked as a surgical nurse, ran her own catering business, and volunteered for the Salvation Army.  She also raised four of her grandchildren....

Jun 11, 2021

Emma Lou Riddle, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2021, at Landerbrook Transitional Care in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. She was born on October 2, 1931, in Lumber City, Georgia to Grant and Emma Conway. She was raised by her village parents, MC Guyton "Big Daddy" and Clara Guyton "Big Ma" in Macon, Georgia. She was blessed with...

Jun 8, 2021

Olevia Jackson, 89, passed away on June 8, 2021. She was born on October 24, 1931 in Mansfield, Louisiana to Joseph and Leatisher Jackson. She is preceded in death by both of her parents; brothers, Kelly, Willie and Earnest Jackson; and one sister, Rosie Lee Jackson. She leaves to mourn her passing, brothers, Vessie Lee Jackson (Vivian) of California...

Jun 7, 2021

Colonel affectionally known as Cea received his wings Monday June 7th, 2021 at the age of 64 with loved ones by his side Cea was dear to the hearts of all who knew him.

Born in Detroit, Michigan to Curtis and Bessie Witherspoon on October 11th, 1956. Cea graduated from Akron East High School in 1975 and...

Jun 7, 2021

Darell Nash  Sr., age 61, went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2021.

Darell was born to the late Clarence and Lola Nash on March 29, 1960 in  Cleveland, Ohio.  Darell was actively involved in church and was baptized at Tridestone Baptist Church in Canton, Ohio.

Darell attended McKinley Senior High School...

Jun 6, 2021

On Sunday, June 6, 2021, Daniel C. Summers departed this life to be with his Heavenly Father.

Daniel Summers was born April 19, 1950 to William E. and Arizona Summers.  He went to Wells Elementary and graduated from McKinley Senior High School in 1969.  While at McKinley he played tight end for the football team, wearing the...

Jun 5, 2021

Billie Odessa Terrell was born to the union of Jordan Sr. and Odessa Terrell on January 26, 1931.  She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sibling, and friend to many.  Billie was the last surviving of seven siblings and she went home to meet her Savior on June 5th, 2021.

Billie attended Akron Public Schools,...

Jun 3, 2021

Rose M. Neal was born May 3, 1955 to the late Rance and Eliza Neal in Hollandale, Mississippi. To this union nine children were born.

Rose moved to Canton, Ohio in 1976 and joined St. Mark  Baptist Church until her passing.

Rose leaves to cherish her memories her sisters, Barbara J. Neal of St. Louis,...

Jun 3, 2021

Some Only Dream of Angels...We Held Our Little One in Our Arms

Kendrix Martin Eugene passed away on May 28, 2021 at Aultman Hospital .  He leaves memories to parents, Kerry and Carla (Lemon) Eugene; grandparents, Willie and Robin Lemon, Stephen (Brenda) Eugene and Jennifer ( Don) Boatswain; aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends.

May 31, 2021

Anthony Austin, "TP" was born on March 26, 1969 and received his wings on May 31, 2021.

He is proceeded in death by his mother, Susie Austin; father, Clyde Williams; and brother, Dexter Austin.

He leaves to mourn, his bother, Clemmie Chapman; sister, Juanita Hudson Odom; nieces, Shardia and Su-Monti Hudson; nephew, Paris Clark; wife,...

May 31, 2021

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

May 30, 2021

Darren Jimmie Salaam, Sr (DJ/Fidge Loc) was born on October 14, 1984 in Akron, Ohio to Talisa Salaam and Timothy D. Brown. He passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2021, with his son by his side.

He was baptized at an early age at Saint Luke Baptist Church under the late reverend Curtis Lockett.

He...