Obituaries

Feb 12, 2021

Dontez Darnell Burns, age 17, went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2021. Dontez was born November 13, 2003 in Barberton, Ohio to parents Derrick J. Harris and Raquel Burns Covington.

Dontez came to know Christ through his attendance at Reimer Road Baptist Church and Community Fellowship Chapel, and as a participant in the...

Feb 12, 2021

Theopolis Lavelle Shuttlesworth departed this life on February 12, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. "Lavelle" was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 27, 1976 to Theo "Ben" Shuttlesworth and the late Jeannette James.

Lavelle moved to Akron, Ohio and attended    Akron Public Schools. Lavelle earned his GED and a   certificate in plumbing. During his lifetime he...

Feb 12, 2021

Annie M. Stallings, 64,  and a lifetime resident of Akron, OH, passed away on February 12, 2021 at Akron      General Cleveland Clinic.  She was born on June 8, 1956 to Booker T. and Lessie B. Stallings.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Booker T. and Lessie B. Stallings; brothers, James R. West, Rufus (Sandy) Wet;...

Feb 11, 2021

Inez H. Mitchem was born in Mt. Gilead, NC and went home to be with the Lord on February 11, 2021 after living a God filled life. She was the youngest of nine children. Mother Mitchem was a loving mother to all who knew her. She was very active in her church. She served as a missionary, choir president,...

Feb 10, 2021

Dorothy R. Lockhart-Roberson was born in Union Springs, Alabama May 5, 1942 but spent the majority of her life in Akron, Ohio. Dorothy was the 4th daughter of 6 sisters and 3 brothers.

She was a graduate of South High School Class of 1960.  Dorothy attended the University of Akron with a B.A. in Social Work.  She...

Feb 9, 2021

On Tuesday, February 9, 2021, our beloved Dianna Robinson finished her race and was taken home to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior.

Diane was born on June 25, 1948, in Akron, Ohio, the second child of five children born to the late Harold and Juanita Robinson.

Diane graduated from East High School. Always...

Feb 8, 2021

Richard W. Lockett Sr., age 77,  passed away in Cleveland Clinic on February 8, 2021.  He was born, March 9, 1943 in Canton, Ohio to the late Etheleen Gantlin and Roy James Lockett.

Richard retired from Canton Drop Forge after 33 years of dedicated  service.   He was a die-hard McKinley Bulldogs and Dallas Cowboys Fan.

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Feb 7, 2021

Erika S. Heller, 55, born in Akron, OH,  passed away on February 7, 2021. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Homegoing Celebration will be held Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., Akron, OH 44306 at 12:00 PM where friends may call from 11:00 AM until time of...

Feb 7, 2021

Helen Mullins, passed away on February 7, 2021, age the blessed age of 81.  She was born on May 22, 1939 in Birmingham, AL to Hosea and Bessie Jeffries.

She is preceded in death by both of her parents; and one daughter, Memeoree Mullins and leaves to forever cherish her memory, daughters, Julie and Holly Mullins; sons,...

Feb 1, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for J'ROME A. ELY. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 1, 2021

Carolyn A. Merritt, 74, was born in Yantley, AL on September 23, 1946.

She departed this earthly life on February 1, 2021.

Feb 1, 2021

Jason D. Clark, 47, departed this life on February 1, 2021 and will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends.

Jason played Peewee football for the Northwest Hawks for years. He participated in many youth activities including, basketball, track and football. Jason accepted the Lord as his savior as a child.

Jason graduated...

Feb 1, 2021

Elmon Dwain Moore, 68, passed away on February 1, 2021. He was born on December 27, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to Edna and George Ryles. Elmon graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School in 1971 and after he entered into the U.S. Air Force. He later retired from Chrystler in 2008 after many years of service. Elmon loved music, buying...

Jan 30, 2021

Lacey J. Claxton was born on July 9, 1973, to Charmaine Claxton and Ralph Dale McCombs, Jr. in Akron, Ohio.  He departed this earthly life on January 20, 2021.

Lacey attended Akron Public Schools and graduated. He was employed by Cardinal Environmental Services, and worked out of International Laborers Union 894. At the time of his transition,...

Jan 30, 2021

David Burt Jr. 93, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on January 30, 2021. He was born on February 13, in Talladega, Alabama.  He was the son of the late David C. Burt and Julia Jemison Burt. David graduated from Westside High school in Talladega, Alabama and attended Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, Alabama for two years He also took classes...

Jan 29, 2021

Carson J. Blackwell Sr. 65 passed away peacefully on January 29, 2021. He graduated from East High School in 1974. From there he went on to work at Permold for 10 years. He then went on to start working at Lake Erie Construction in Norwalk, OH retiring on December 26, 2015 after 29 years of service. He also was...

Jan 28, 2021

Elder Henry Jordan, Jr. was born on January 14, 1931 in Clarksdale, MS to Henry Jordan, Sr. and Ethel L. Jordan.  He was the first son of their thirteen children.

Henry grew from sharecropping with his parents and siblings, to serving in the U.S Army, where he accepted Christ while loading ammunition on the battlefield of the...

Jan 28, 2021

Eric J Campbell, age 62, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on   January 28th, 2021 at Mercy Medical Center.

Eric was born to Matthew Campbell Sr. and Willie Campbell on April 17th, 1958.  He went to school at McKinley High School and graduated  in 1977.  After graduating Eric served in the Army as a medical specialist. In...

Jan 26, 2021

His journey has now ended, his spirit has ascended claiming the great reward with Jesus, our Lord.

Alfonzo Hammonds Jr, affectionately known as Fonzo or Junior was called home to be with the lord.  His unexpected passing was due to several underlying issues from which his body could simply not recover.

Alfonzo was a cool...

Jan 26, 2021

DuWarn Larue Simpson, 67, passed from this earthly life on January 26, 2021.

He was a lifetime resident of the Akron Community and previously held several City of Akron careers, was  passionate about coaching Pee-Wee Football.   He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army.

He was receded in death by his mother, Ella Mae Simpson,...