All Obituaries

Gage Alexander Zirke, 20 passed away on July 25, 2021. Funeral services will be held at Emmanuel United Church of Christ, 1480 Eastwood Ave Akron, OH 44305 on Saturday, July 31, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Dennis, eulogizing. To leave a special message for the family, visit www.wilkinsonfuneral.com

Johnie was born on August 9th, 1960, in Akron, Ohio, to parents Johnie L. Brazile Sr. and La’Verne Tina Brazile.  Johnie was a great family man and a loving father. He was a social, active man. He enjoyed riding his bike, playing games on his phone, and spending time with his family. His family and friends will always remember him as a comedian and an amazing person.  Johnie is survived by his children, Dontay Laramore, Tammy Walker, Carmen...

Dennis Leon Worthy, 65, was born on November 9th, 1955 in Akron, Ohio to proud parents Mr. Luit (Lieutenant) Worthy Sr. &  Mrs. Mary (Carter) Worthy.  He was called by God to rest on June 30, 2021.    Dennis attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from J.R. Buchtel High School.  Dennis lived a dynamic life exploring his passions, enjoying his family and praising God.  While being generally quiet—he made friends along the way.   He...

Patricia L. Whitehead was born to Robert Davison and Marie Glessner in New London, OH on July 22, 1935. Patricia was called home by our Heavenly Father on June 30th, 2021 at the age of 85 years young. She was preceded in death by her parents, her late husband, Marshall Whitehead, and her only brother Robert Davison Jr.. Patricia was raised in Oberlin, OH and attended Oberlin High School. She met her husband, Marshall E. Whitehead and they later moved to New York, NY to start their family...

Barbara Janelle Purdy was born in Akron, Ohio on May 24, 1962, at Akron General Hospital to Barbara Inez Bradford and Howard Owens. Barbara departed her earthly life on June 21, 2021 at the age of 59 years young. Janelle was a life-long resident of Akron, Ohio where she attended Buchtel High School. Janelle loved being a mother, spending time around her family, taking care of her grandchildren, cooking, and doing crafts. Janelle’s favorite scripture was Psalms 23. Janelle was...

James L. Preston, Jr. "Sam" 73, was born to James and Inez Preston, Sr. in Roanoke, VA. He attended Roanoke City Schools and moved to Akron, OH as an young adult,  James was last employed at the Phoenix, AZ airport.  He was preceded in death by his father; James L. Preston, Sr.; grandmother, Neil Mcrath; brother, Walter Preston; sister, Roslyn (Inez) Reed, and nephew, Antwain Preston. He leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Inez Preston; children, LaTonya Preston,...

Our beloved brother Robert Lee Bolden was born June 4, 1951 in Butler, Alabama to the late Calvin Bolden and the late Abbie Grayson Bolden. Robert was a 1969 graduate of Central- Hower, formally Hower High School. Our brother was a great artist and loved sketch and draw portraits of people and animals, he sold his artwork from time to time. He leaves to cherish his memory and celebrate his life, brothers, Edward (Gloria) Bolden of Canton, OH, Joseph Bolden of Riverdale, GA, Garner...

Arthur G. Hibler, 76, transitioned on May 19, 2021, at the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital in Akron, Ohio, after a brief illness.  Arthur, affectionately known as “Bug”, was born on August 1, 1944, in Batesville, Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his parents, Corrender and Aaron Hibler, Jr., and one sister, Sharon Denise Small and one deceased brother, Kenneth Lee Small after his death. He was also blessed to have experienced a happy and fulfilling childhood...

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...