Obituaries

Mar 26, 2021

Louis Calvin Dixon Jr., age 83 of Canton, Ohio entered into     eternal rest on March 26, 2021 in Alliance, Ohio.  Louis was born on March 5, 1938 to the late Louis Dixon Sr. and Wilma Dixon (nee. Brazelton).  Louis was a S.A.R.T.A. driver for 35 years.  He was an avid CB'er. He loved to play tennis with his daughter. ...

Mar 25, 2021

T'Preen Elexenia Horn, age 44, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 25, 2021.  Born in Canton, Ohio on December 22, 1976 to Carolyn and the late Glenn Horn.

T'Preen was a graduate of Timken Sr. High School as well as a graduate of Stark State College, where she earned her Nursing Certification.  She...

Mar 25, 2021

Abbie Jean Head took her last earthly breath in the hand and the presence of her sons Victor and David. Abbie was born June 14, 1930 to the late John Sam and Mattie Mae Jackson. She was the youngest of five children and a lifelong resident of Akron. Abbie grew up on the East side of Akron and attended...

Mar 24, 2021

Minnie Jean James , age 74, departed this earthly life to be with her Heavenly Father on March 24, 2021.

Minnie was born in the city of Akron, OH on January 30, 1947. She graduated from Central-Hower High School in 1965. Minnie enjoyed reading, movies, music, concerts, bingo and spending time with her family and friends.

Mar 23, 2021

Asielean Dowdell "Big Mama", 92, went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2021. Asielean was born in Birmingham, AL to Edward and Iona Harris. She accepted Christ at an early age where she attended First Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. Asielean married the late Willie Dowdell, Jr. and relocated to Akron, OH. She retired from City...

Mar 23, 2021

Gerard Darnell Simpson , 61, went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2021 after a long illness.

Gerard was born March 18, 1960, third son of Augustus and Ella Mae Simpson.  As a child he was raised to love the Lord and accepted Christ at a young age.  He was a gradated from Buchtel...

Mar 23, 2021

Larry C. Compton II passed away after an extended illness on March 23, 2021.  He was born on April 11, 1965 in Alliance, Ohio.

Larry was  a graduate of Timken High School, class of 1982.  He retired from Timken Steel in 2018.

Larry leaves to cherish his precious memory to his wife, Darlene; sons, Larry,...

Mar 23, 2021

Mona Gray, age 68, of Canton, Ohio, transitioned into conscious rest in the presence of Jesus Christ on March 23, 2021.  She was the first of six children born to the late Harry and Naomi Torrence.

Mona accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age.  Through her relationship with God, she faithfully nurtured and...

Mar 22, 2021

Herby Duane Watson, was born on April 28, 1951 in Akron, Ohio; to the late Herbert and June Watson. He was a life-long resident of the Akron area. On March 22, 2021; Herby transitioned from his earthly home into eternal life.

Herby attended Akron Public Schools. He later attended trade school and obtained as an electrician and...

Mar 21, 2021

Kevin D. Brewton, Sr., 51, passed away on March 21, 2021 in Akron, OH. He was born on August 8, 1969 in Monroeville, AL to Donald and Dorothy Brewton. Kevin is preceded in death by his father, Donald Brewton. He leaves to forever cherish his loving memory, children, Kevin Brewton, ll of Cleveland, Brelyn Brewton, Sr., and Breanna Brewton,...

Mar 20, 2021

Michael Thomas Abrams, Sr ., 73, born in Youngstown, OH, departed from this earthly life on March 20, 2021.

Preceded in death by special friend, Wanda Butler, he is survived by son, Michael Abrams Jr.; daughter, Gina Abrams, both of Akron; sister, Katie; special friends, Billy, Donnie and Mike; three grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends....

Mar 20, 2021

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

Mar 20, 2021

Denise Renee "Niecy" Thompson, age 61, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 20, 2021.  Born on March 11, 1960 to  Brunetta Brown and the late Ezell "Ted" Thompson.

Denise was a 1979 graduate of McKinley Sr. High School.  She was a baby sitter for many years before being employed at Canton Healthcare     Center...

Mar 20, 2021

Leland C. Ware age 68 of Canton went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday March 20, 2021. He was born February 16, 1953 in Youngstown, Ohio   to the late Cicero and Luella Floyd-Ware.

Leland was a 1970 graduate of South High School in Youngstown, Ohio. He was a retiree of Republic Steel where he...

Mar 19, 2021

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

Mar 18, 2021

Naomi Owens was born on May 8, 1961 and went home to be with the Lord on March 18, 2021. Naomi was a loving mother to Fredrick Owens, with a big heart and a beautiful smile. Naomi is preceded in death by her father, Willie Perry and loving brother, Dwayne Hammond. Naomi leaves behind to celebrate her beautiful life,...

Mar 17, 2021

Tyrone G. Perdue, age 59, a resident of Manatee County, Florida departed from this earthly life on March 17, 2021 from complications caused by COVID-19.  He was extremely careful about wearing a mask and following COVID-19 safety protocols. Tyrone's charismatic personality meant that he had plenty of friends. In his free time, Tyrone enjoyed  engaging his friends and family,...

Mar 16, 2021

Elizabeth Ray Love departed her earthly life on March 16, 2021. Elizabeth was born on March 14, 1928 to Jimmie and Polly Ray. Elizabeth attended and graduated from Akron Public Schools after which she attended nursing school and became a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse). She worked and retried with many years of service from Ohio State University's     department of...

Mar 15, 2021

Derrick D Travis, age 29, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Monday, March 15, 2021. He was born to Trina McGavock and Derrick Waters on March 9, 1992 in Akron, OH. Derrick is a graduate of East High School and was a committed employee at AJAX. He loved playing video games (teaching Minecraft to Christopher and...

Mar 14, 2021

Riccardo "Jay" Evans went home to be with the Lord on March 14, 2021 after a long illness. Jay was born on October 12, 1966 in New Philadelphia, Ohio to parents Michele and Clarence (Pete) Evans.

Jay moved to Akron at an early age. He attended Akron Public Schools graduating from Buchtel High School in 1985. He...