All Obituaries

Carolyn “ Niecy” Jackson, 62, departed her earthy life on May 8, 2021. Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Akron, OH. She was a Devoted mother,  grandmother, sister, and friend. Carolyn had a heart of gold and will be missed dearly by those whom knew and loved her. Carolyn worked for Akron Summa St. Thomas Hospital environmental services for many years before retiring. She also attended Southern Ohio college and also Akron University for Medical assistant and medical...

Meghan Christine Preston transitioned to her heavenly home on April 29, 2021, at age 23. She was born on July 18, 1997 in Ravenna, OH, to parents, Antonio Preston and Brandy Preston. She was the proud mother of four beautiful children who brought much joy and fulfillment to her life.  Meghan graduated in 2015 from Stow High School, where she excelled on the varsity basketball team.  Upon graduation Meghan entered directly into the workforce to provide for her precious growing...

Sheila McIver, 57 was born to the late Matthew and Harriet McIver November 24, 1963 in Newport News, Virginia and passed away on April 21, 2021. Sheila was full of life, love, and joy. Despite her life’s challenges, Sheila never let life get her down. Sheila enjoyed things like finger painting, folding papers, puzzles, listening to music, shopping, and working with her hands. She loved people, especially her family. There was nothing that made her happier than her sister Brenda...

Deborah Deloris Warfield-Jackson was born November 14, 1952 in Nashville, TN to Mary Elizabeth Conway and Maddison Simmons. She was the 3rd child of 6 children. In 2007 she moved to Cincinnati to get her life together from drugs. She has been clean and sober for 15 years. In 2017 she enjoyed working at the women’s transitional house helping women get their lives together. She would give you the shirt off her back. Deborah enjoyed spending time with her family, she loved watching old...

Shawn Darnell Fann, Jr. was born to Shawn D. Fann, Sr. and Johnnie Mae Johnson-Fann on April 24, 1990 in Akron, Oh. Shawn was caring and compassionate, always making people laugh. He was a devoted father and an amazing brother to his sisters. Shawn exemplified outstanding customer service and dedication while working as manager at McDonald’s where he committed 10 years of service. He will be remembered as a leader, caring, hard-working, and understanding to all who knew...

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God has chosen for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call; I turned my back and left it all.  I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love, to work and play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I've found now peace at the end of the day. If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Oh yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with...

We think about you always, we talk about you still. You never have been forgotten, and you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain. To walk and guide us through our lives, until we meet again. -Robert Rowe 

Grady Cannon Hill, 83, loved to attach playful nicknames to his family, friends, and random folks that crossed his path based on a science that only he understood. “Shady Grady”, his self-titled moniker, passed peacefully on Friday, March 26, 2021. Born to Albert Hill and Nadine “Ruth” Mathis Hill on September 26, 1937 in Johnson County, Georgia, Grady quickly became the family jokester, perfecting the art of the ‘Tall Tale’ and long exaggerated riddle on...

Doris was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas on November 4, 1943 to Winford and Gwendolyn Chambers. She departed her earthly home on March 25, 2021. Doris attended Akron Public School, graduating from South High School in 1961. After graduation she attended Hammel Business College. She worked at PhilMar Lamp Factory and General Electric for many years. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Winford and Gwendolyn Chambers and nephew, Brandon Moore. She is survived by her sister, Cynthia...

Mrs. Inez Hall passed away March 24, 2021 in Manning, SC after a long illness. She was a resident of Akron, OH from 1964 until 2019. She retired from St. Thomas Hospital, Akron, OH, after 35 years of service. She was also a dedicated member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church where she was an usher and worked in the culinary ministry. Mrs. Hall is survived by daughter Jacqueline Hall-Beckett (Dennis W. Beckett-Deceased), Cincinnati, OH, son, Jerome Hall, Akron, OH, daughter, Marquita Hall-B. (Jagers...