Obituaries

Jun 24, 2021

Mr. Rodney George Proctor entered into eternal rest on June 24, 2021. Rodney who was affectionately known as "Rod" by all who knew and loved him, was born on October 28, 1963 in Akron, Ohio.  The son of George "Ronnie" Mosley and    Wanda Jean Proctor.  Rodney graduated from North High School in Akron, Ohio.

Rodney was united...

Jun 23, 2021

He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior early in life and was a life-long member of Friendship Baptist Church until his untimely death. He enjoyed engaging in conversations and having fun with family and friends. He was known as the Grill Master. He will be remembered by his family and friends as a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, confidant,...

Jun 22, 2021

Lolita Givens was born in Buffalo, New York on March 6, 1961.

Preceded in death by her mother Exie Salter Hampton; stepfather, Samuel W. Hampton; grandparents, Gracie and Jesse Jones.

Lolita leaves to cherish her precious memory her children: Toya (Jamey) Sanders, Demetres (Jamie) Givens, Willie Givens, Myracle Givens, as well as her loving grandchildren,...

Jun 22, 2021

Annie Pearl Mingo Shaw, 83, went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2021 at Hospice Care Cleveland Clinic Compassionate Care Center, after a short illness. She was born on December 29, 1937 in Ennis, Texas to Eugene Jackson and Mary Lee Hardin. She was a resident of the Akron community since 1945. She was an Esthetician...

Jun 21, 2021

Lurlean Jackson was born March 28, 1930 in Wetupmka, Alabama. Lurlean went home to be with the lord on June 21, 2021. Lurlean was born to Ira and Alberta Rawls and was the last living of 11 children. Lurlean was a life long member of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church where she loved to get dressed in her Sunday's best...

Jun 21, 2021

Dorothy Lorrain Wilson (Watkins/Walton) born December 14, 1934 to Alfred and Mary E. Walton in Meherrhin, Va. She closed her eyes on June 28, 2021 and went home to be with the Lord.  Dorothy is survived by (2) sons, Neil G. and Miles Wilson (Cynthia); (2) daughters, Erika Brown (Kevin) and Marcie Wilson.  She is predeceased by her husband...

Jun 20, 2021

Lamonte Romero Brown, 7 months old, passed away on June 20, 2021.  Lamonte, affectionately known as "Mookie D" was born November 11, 202 to Meghan J. Skillern and Sajjaad Butler in Canton, Ohio.

Mookie D was a sweet, handsome, happy baby who a smile that would light up any room.  He loved to watch Sponge Bob, Paw...

Jun 19, 2021

Sallie Hart Britt, 106, went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2021 at Portage Trail Village, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Sallie retired in 1980 from Hawthornden State Hospital as a Food Service Specialist.

Sallie was born December 12, 1914, in Montgomery, Alabama to Arthur LeGrand Sanders (Bubba) and Mariah Bertha Kelly Sanders.  As a child,...

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...