Obituaries

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...

Aug 1, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for BABY MORIAH R. MCCOY. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 1, 2021

Curtis J. Rhoden, III, 23, passed away August 1, 2021.

Condolences may be sent to 1206 Arnold Ave. Akron, OH 44305. MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND SERVICES.

Jul 28, 2021

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

Jul 28, 2021

Deforest Anthony Thomas, 64, went Home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2021. he was born on September 17, 1956 in Akron, Ohio.

He retired from Chagrin Valley Paving, Inc. in 2019. He had 13 years of schooling. He played football for South High School, graduating in 1974. He attended and played football for Ellsworth...

Jul 26, 2021

Ky'Ree Jamel Young was born on October 5th, 2002 to Tonya Young-Ferguson and Alexander Quarterman.

Ky'Ree attended Barberton and Akron public schools. He was known for being a phenomenal football player and leading his teams to many wins and victories. He loved his family and adored being a father. Ky'Ree was ranked within the top 12 in...

Jul 24, 2021

Glen "Ducy" J.B. Sheffield was born on February 28, 1985 and transitioned from earth to his Heavenly home on July 24, 2021.

He was baptized at an early age. Ducy attended Akron Public Schools and later obtained his G.E.D.  He was the most caring, lovable person.  Ducy literally loved everything,  including football, detailing cars, dogs, eating and...

Jul 24, 2021

John-Michael Felder was born to the union of Johnnie and Virginia Felder on October 12, 1978.  He transitioned into the arms of our Heavenly Father on July 24, 2021.  John-Michael professed hope in Christ at an early age, and was baptized at Tabernacle Baptist Church under the pastorate of Rev. Isaiah Paul.

John-Michael attended Schumacher Elementary School,...