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Latonya L. Horn

Latonya L. Horn

Jan 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Latonya "Teeny" Lynn Horn

(November 3, 1984-January 3, 2024)

Latonya Lynn Horn, affectionately known as "Teeny," peacefully entered eternal rest on January 3, 2024. A devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Latonya touched the lives of many with her vibrant spirit and infectious laughter.

Latonya graduated from Buchtel High School in 2003. Following her high school...

Kethel Campbell

Kethel Campbell

Dec 20, 2023

Kethel (Kiesha) L. Campbell, age 37, departed this earthly life on December 20, 2023 

Born in Akron, OH on March 6, 1986, she attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from East High School and earned a degree in Medical Assisting at Herzing University. Kiesha was a member of New Mission Missionary Baptist Church.  

Although Kiesha was a proud business owner, shelived her life in service to others. She was delighted to be able to have her mother in her home with her...

Robert C. Howard, Sr.

Robert C. Howard, Sr.

Dec 12, 2023

June 15, 1948 to December 12, 2023   Robert C. Howard Sr., 75 passed away peacefully on December 12, 2023. He was born in Centerville, Alabama and moved to Akron, Ohio in 1962.   Robert graduated from Buchtel High School and worked at Magic City Paving and Prinz Office Supplies as a truck driver for many years.    Robert enjoyed...

Jackie L. Moss

Jackie L. Moss

Nov 22, 2023

 

In loving memory of Jackie Lamont Moss  January 29,1985 - November 22 , 2023    Jackie Lamont Moss, 38  passed away November 22nd, 2023 . He was a  lifelong resident of Akron Ohio. He worked as an independent contractor with various companies as a courier and delivery driver. In his free time he  enjoyed playing video games, traveling, and...

Ursula Williams

Ursula Williams

Nov 7, 2023

 

Ursula Michelle Williams of Kalamazoo Michigan passed away November 7, 2023. Ursula was born and raised in Kalamazoo Michigan, after she relocated to Akron Ohio in 1999 where she lived for the past 25 years. Ursula attended Akron University and Stark State, where she worked in collections and finance most of her years. In her youth Ursula played an...

Velma L Bureller

Velma L Bureller

Nov 5, 2023

 

Velma Bureller (Hicks) was born September 14th 1942, to the late Samuel and Annie Hicks in Akron OH. She is preceded in death by both her parents Samuel Hicks sr. and Annie Hicks, former husbands Andrew Bureller and James Jackson. She Leaves to cherish her memories 1 brother Samuel Hicks jr. 2 sisters Charlotte Hicks and special sister Jurldine...

Elmyra M Mitchell

Elmyra M Mitchell

Nov 5, 2023

 

Elmyra Mary Mitchell's story began June 8, 1942, in Springfield Township.  Her story is filled with love, faith, and devotion to her family and community. From her early days growing up as the only girl among six brothers to her fulfilling career in education and her firm faith in God, Elmyra left a lasting impact on those around her....

Sharon Delores Nash

Sharon Delores Nash

Nov 5, 2023

Sharon D. Nash

February 23, 1950 — November 5, 2023

Akron

Sharon Delores Nash, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend peacefully passed away on November, 5, 2023, in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 73. Sharon was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 23 1950 to loving parents Wilbur and Geraldine Nash.

Sharon dedicated her life to compassion, inspiration and service. She began her career as a medical secretary...

Marilyn R. Dukes

Marilyn R. Dukes

Nov 4, 2023

Mrs. Marilyn Ruth Dukes was surrounded by a host of family and friends as she transitioned peacefullySaturday, November 4, 2023.  Her loving and devoted husband was by her side while she went home tobe with the Lord. 

Marilyn Ruth McDaniel Dukes, a life-long resident of Akron, Ohio, departed this earthly life onNovember 4, 2023.  Marilyn was the youngest of eight...

Corika Lynn Lewis

Corika Lynn Lewis

Oct 31, 2023

Corika Lynn Lewis (Ms. Lynn3), 42, of Cleveland, Ohio was called home on October 31, 2023. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 28, 1980, to Elizabeth (Sandy) Lewis. Corika enjoyed life and loved spreading love and joy to all. Corika obtained her Diploma from a Cleveland Public School, Glenville High School; class of 1999. Corika worked at University...

Robert "Bingo" Smith

Robert "Bingo" Smith

Oct 26, 2023

 

Robert E Smith affectionately known as "Bingo" passed away peacefully October 26 2023, after many years of illness.   Bingo was born February 26 1946 in Memphis, Tennessee to Chalmers and Idella Smith. He attended Melrose High School where he earned All American honors in basketball, football, baseball and track. He settled on Basketball at The University of Tulsa...

Gilda Miller

Gilda Miller

Oct 24, 2023

Evangelist Gilda M. Miller, a beloved member of the Unity Christian Fellowship Church, peacefully passed away on October 24, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 77. Gilda was born on May 31, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, to her loving parents Jesse and Marie McWain.Gilda dedicated her life to spreading the word of God and serving her community as...

Marquita Bowick

Marquita Bowick

Oct 21, 2023

 

Marquita Bowick (August 2, 1990 - October 21, 2023)

Marquita Bowick, was born, August 2, 1990, in Akron, Ohio to Valerie (Renee) Bowick and the late Fred Bowick Jr. Marquita was a pillar of strength, love, and honesty for everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Marquita is preceded in death by her father, Fred Bowick Jr., her Great Grandmother...

Deacon Jesse J. Williams, Jr.

Deacon Jesse J. Williams, Jr.

Oct 20, 2023

Deacon Jesse James Williams, Jr. affectionately known as “Fig”, born March 10, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Jesse James and Sylvia Williams, Sr. 

Jesse attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Akron East High School class of 1964 where he met and devoted his life to his high school sweetheart, Elaine Mitchell and married on March 18,1966 and...

Bradley Robinson

Bradley Robinson

Oct 15, 2023

Private Services will be held at a later time.

Kiyla Kamille Fitten

Kiyla Kamille Fitten

Oct 15, 2023

 

Kiyla was born March 27, 2006 in Akron Ohio. She was a loving mother, daugher, sister and friend. Kiyla enjoyed fashion, dancing, singing, and loved cooking. Kiyla also knew how to light up a room and her son was her world. We will truly miss Kiyla’s beautitful, face, smile and laugh and her amazing presence.

  Kiyla was proceeded...

Patricia Elaine Sales

Patricia Elaine Sales

Oct 15, 2023

 

Patty came into this world on July 18, 1947, at Akron City Hospital, the child of loving parents, William and Ester Sales.  She attended Mount Calvary Baptist Church (founded by her grand- father, Rev. Alex Sales), where she was baptized at the age of 12; and she enjoyed attending Bible Study. 

 

Patty attended South High School and graduated...

Kimberly Y. Lindsey

Kimberly Y. Lindsey

Oct 12, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the transition from life Miss Kimberly Y. Lindsey, age 48, onOctober 12 th , 2023. Kimberly was born in Akron, Ohio on October 16 th , 1974, to Samuel and Beth Lindseyof Akron Ohio. Kimberly at the time of her transition had resided in Orlando, Florida for 10 years with her...

Rev. Buddy D. Esters

Rev. Buddy D. Esters

Sep 23, 2023

Honoring the life of Buddy Dwight Esters

June 7, 1939 - September 23, 2023

Buddy was born in Decaturville, Tennessee to Nora Jewel Tole and Marcus Esters.  He was the first grandchild of Burmah and Earnest Tole and was affectionately given the nickname “Sam” by his grandfather. It was during his days with his grandmother that Buddy learned to...

Larry Sutton

Larry Sutton

Sep 22, 2023

Larry Neal Sutton, also known as Spoonie G, received his wings on Friday,September 22, 2023. He was born to Tommie Sutton and Sylvania Aldridge inDade County, South Miami, FL on January 17, 1956.Larry Neal Sutton attended John R. Buchtel High School in Akron, Ohio where heplayed trumpet for a short time and became one of three Drum Majors.Larry was loud...

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