Obituaries

Dec 9, 2020

Michael was born on October 9, 1950 in Alliance, Ohio, to James Holly and Elizabeth Lowe. He grew up in Cleveland, Ohio with his beloved father and mother, the late Willie C. and Elizabeth M. Lowe along with his siblings, the late William and Larry Lowe, Rev. Anita Newkirk, Deborah Lowe and Sheila Lowe. He was married to his...

Dec 8, 2020

Jacqueline Louise Sheppard (Bishop), 66. Went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2020. She was born in Kings Mountain, NC on March 14, 1954 to the late Ora and John Bishop Sr. Jacci as she was affectionately known, had a larger than life personality and her presence was felt in any room. She had a million-dollar smile....

Dec 4, 2020

John Dewitt Rucker went home to be with the Lord on December 3,2020 at Akron City Hospital.  John was born to Gloria Rucker and Derrick Mosley on December 29, 1981 in Akron, Ohio.

John was a lifetime resident of Akron, Ohio.  He attended Garfield High School.  Throughout the years John did several jobs.  The most rewarding and...

Nov 28, 2020

Stacia Ellice Pearlnita Holmes of Akron,OH transitioned to be with the Lord on 11/28/2020 peacefully in her home. She leaves behind her loving husband of 35 years, Michael D Holmes Sr, and their seven beautiful children: Monique Boykin, Michael Holmes Jr. (Loveline Holmes), Maurice “Darrell” Holmes (Michelle Holmes), Curtis Holmes, Daymond Holmes, John Holmes, and Alexus Holmes. She also...

Nov 3, 2020

On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 the Lord called home his beloved son Eddie James Lee III.

Eddie Lee III was born on September 29, 2001 to Mr. and Mrs. Eddie (Kikema) Lee II. Eddie was a happy, reserved baby that brought joy to his family.

Eddie was christened at New Bethlehem Baptist Church. He accepted...

Nov 1, 2020

Aziza N'Gozi Henderson was born on October 11, 2020.  Despite the doctors grim prognosis she defied the odds and was born alive with Trisomy 13.  Aziza graced this earth for three full weeks during which she showed her spunk by letting the nurses and doctors know she did not want them bothering her, thoroughly enjoying her massage, and lovingly cuddling...

Oct 27, 2020

Graveside services will be held on Saturday November 7, 2020 at 11am at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Condolences and flowers may be sent to 1061 Portage Line Dr. Akron, OH 44312.

Oct 19, 2020

Deontrey Antonio Simmons Jr, 25, gained his wings on Monday October 19, 2020. Deontrey was born on August 7, 1995 to Nicole Williams and Deontrey Simmons, Sr.  Deontrey attended Akron Public Schools graduating from Ellet High School in 2014. Deontrey loved all animals especially dogs, once bringing a dog home that was hurt wanting to keep the dog, however, mom...

Oct 19, 2020

Norma Jean Hunter, was born September 4, 1949 to Thelma and Lloyd Hunter in Connellsville, Pennsylvania. Norma was called home peacefully by her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 19, 2020 in her home in Akron, Ohio. Norma graduated from South Union High School, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. After graduation, she worked at Memorial National Insurance Company in Pennsylvania. She...

Oct 17, 2020

Hayward L. Fain Sr., 61, passed away on October 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by parents Walter Sr. & Queen Ester Fain; Grandparents  Jack Alexander and Ethel Lou Fain, Mack and Gassie Hinton; brothers Walter Jr. (Dorothy) Fain, Dwayne Fain, and Donald Fain.  Sister Glenda (Charles Sr.) Lester and brother in law Robert Freeman Sr. He leaves to cherish his memory, children; Brandie...

Oct 4, 2020

Arthur Mingo aka “Pete” received his wings on July 6, 2020. He was born March 5, 1952 to the late Jesse and Irene Mingo. He attended the Akron Public School system and served in the US Army with an Honorable Discharge. Arthur’s greatest accomplishment was accepting Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior in 2002. He was baptized in the...

Oct 4, 2020

Mary Nevins affectionately known as Frances was born March 11,1947 to the late John Hargrove and Pearlie Mason. She peacefully departed her earthly home to join the Lord on February 10, 2020. Mary was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and was an Akron resident for over 50 years. Mary married T.Z. Nevins and from this union they had 6 children....

Oct 4, 2020

Michael Timothy Tony was born on February 19, 1961 in Akron, Ohio to Melvin (Marion) Tony and Joan Tony. He was the only child. He attended Akron Public Schools where he participated in many different sporting events. He developed a friendship with Cassandra Lyn Tony in 1983. That friendship soon turned into a relationship and they were married in...

Oct 4, 2020

Richard Lewis McClenic (aka Jacob II)

Richard Lewis McClenic Sr, affectionately known as Jacob II, formerly of Akron, Ohio, passed away at the age of 76 on Sunday, October 4, 2020 following a short battle with cancer.

Jacob graduated from Akron East High and was employed by Akron General Tire and Rubber Company. He moved...

Oct 2, 2020

Jaison  Evertt  Ragsdale Jr., 25, on the early morning of October 2, 2020, was called home to be with the Lord. He was born in Akron, OH on July 30, 1995. Jaison passed suddenly and was a victim of senseless gun violence and gained his earthly wings.

Jaison held many titles, such as son, brother, father, friend...

Sep 24, 2020

On Thursday, September 24th, Joe Nathan Sanders Jr. “Jojo” loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away at the age of 64.

Jojo was born March 31, 1956 to the late Joe Nathan Sanders Sr. and Elizabeth Sanders in Ravenna, Ohio.  As his family and friends would attest, he was the “life” of...

Sep 22, 2020

DarShawn Jauan Carr, affectionately known as “Shawn” to all his family and friends was born on April 26, 1993, in Akron, OH. He was born to Seneada Burke and Rodney Carr. He attended East High School. DarShawn was baptized at Greater Peace Baptist Church where he was a member. He was a huge Chicago Bulls fan and he loved...

Sep 13, 2020

Ar'Myas Kingston Boddie of Canton, OH passed away on September 13, 2020. Ar'Myas AKA Baby King was born October 27, 2019 to mother Katya Boddie and Father Eddie Hitchcock. Ar'Myas attended the Living Word Christian Fellowship Church.  Ar'Myas was full of life and would brighten up the whole room with his smile and long eye lashes.  Baby King was full...

Sep 12, 2020

Louis Pierre Wiggins “Peter” was born in Barberton, OH to Mary Louise Parker-Wiggins and the late Louis Earl Wiggins on January 16, 1979. Passed away suddenly on September 12, 2020. He was raised with his loving siblings; Jennifer L. Johnson- Wiggins and Janeen L. Wiggins by his grandparents, the late George L. Price and paternal grandmother Edna E. Price....

Sep 7, 2020

Jerry James (Kimbrough) Johnson, 77, of Akron, Ohio passed away on September 7, 2020.  Born on December 1, 1942 to the late Lillian Mae Thomas and Willie Cornelius Thomas, Jerry worked for Kenmore and Grady Construction Company for many years.  He loved driving trucks and once said he only retired because they said he had to.  Jerry was skilled...