Obituaries

Oct 28, 2025

Elder Ned Germany, Jr., a devoted servant of God, family man, veteran, and respected leader in both church and community, transitioned peacefully on October 28, 2025. Born in Opp, Alabama, to the late Claudie (Coon) and Ned Germany, Sr., his life was a radiant reflection of faith, humility, and purpose.

Elder Germany was a proud graduate of The John R. Buchtel...

Oct 27, 2025

Oct 27, 2025

Oct 18, 2025

Charles Jennings was born on July 14, 1948, in Dillon, South Carolina, to Mattie and Flossie Jennings. In 1974, he moved to Akron, Ohio. He worked for many years at Annadale Scrap Yard in Akron, Ohio, and part-time at Barberton Scrap Yard in Barberton, Ohio, until he retired in 1995.

Charles, affectionately known to many as "Mr. Charlie or Uncle Charlie,"...

Oct 15, 2025

Raynard A. Fitzpatrick was born on September 21, 1963, to Sylvester and Ola Fitzpatrick in Akron, Ohio. Raynard was a graduate of North High School and the University of Akron where he earned a bachelor’s degree in social work. He dedicated his professional life to helping others as a social worker, serving at the Oriental House, where his commitment to...

Oct 14, 2025

Errol Sadler, Jr. was born in Akron, Ohio on January 29, 1964, to Errol Sadler, Sr. and Palmer Jean Sadler. Errol went into his rest with The Most High suddenly on October 14, 2025,in Akron, Ohio. Errol spent his childhood years growing up in Akron, Ohio as one of the Lake Street Crew children in the safe haven of the...

Oct 10, 2025

Marvin W. Hightower 34, passed away on October 10, 2025. He was Born to the late Marvin Hightower and Victorie Hines in Massillon Ohio. Marvin later moved and grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and attended John Marshall High School.Marvin loved playing his Play Station, dancing and listening to music and playing basketball.Anyone that knew him knows he was a gentle...

Oct 9, 2025

Pamela Lynn Davis 72, of Lilburn, Georgia passed away on Thursday October 9, 2025.

Pamela was born January 15, 1953 in Akron, Ohio to the late Joan E. Johnson and Oscar C. Johnson. She graduated from Akron Buchtel High School and attended the University Of Akron. Later on she moved to Georgia to be with her son and daughter-in-Law. 

Pam enjoyed reading...

Oct 2, 2025

Sep 23, 2025

Sheila Stacia Scott Maze, age 74, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. Born in Akron, Ohio, on August 28, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Bessie Brice. She was one of four children, alongside her siblings Barbara, Carl, and her late sister, also named Sheila.

She grew up in Akron and graduated from Central-Hower High...

Sep 16, 2025

Ted R. Haslem (lovingly known as Teddie) was born on December 7th, 1960, to the late Calvin Haslem Sr., and Mary Jane (Miller) Haslem. On September 16th, 2025, with his beloved family by his side, Teddie peacefully transitioned from this earthly life and entered into eternal rest. 

After seasons of illness, his journey came full circle as he was called home...

Sep 14, 2025

Sep 11, 2025

Anthony “Amp” Wayne Brooks, 44, gained his Heavenly wings on September 11, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Amp was born February 27, 1981, in Akron, Ohio, to Anthony W. Pickett and Victoria Jackson. Amp was a Northside original but made the entire city of Akron his stomping grounds. He attended Akron Public Schools and achieved his diploma and...

Sep 2, 2025

Ray David Torrence Sr.

Sunrise: December 13, 1957 Sunset: September 2, 2025

We celebrate the life of Ray David Torrence Sr., born December 13, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, and called home on September 2, 2025, in West Union, South Carolina, where he had lived since 2021.

Ray grew up in Akron and graduated from Copley High School, where he excelled in basketball and...

Aug 26, 2025

Michael D. Bridges

Sunrise: December 13, 1952 Sunset: August 26, 2025

Michael D. Bridges, 72, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, following complications from amassive heart attack and stroke.

Michael served his country with honor in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where his courage and dedication to his fellow soldiers exemplified his commitment to service. He...

Aug 12, 2025

Barbara Lou Leathers was the last of four children born to John and Juanita Watkins on October 3, 1948. She was a proud and very active member of the South High Alumni, graduating in 1966. Professionally, Barbara dedicated over 30 years to the Monsanto Chemical Company (later known as Flexsys America), as an HR executive. After leaving Monsanto, she worked...

Aug 9, 2025

Marvin Eugene Smoot Sr. transitioned from this earth August 9th , 2025. He was born September 3, 1952, to Theodore and Felicia Smoot in St. Louis Missouri, where he attended the public Schools, and graduated from Northwest High School. After High School he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served 20 years.

Marvin was a 1st class Machinist Mate (MM1),...

Aug 4, 2025

Ibebyi Kamaree Kwalume departed this life August 4, 2025. The eldest daughter of Macabbi and Myobi L’Abba (Leroy and Betty Jean Boynton), she was born April 4, 1955 in Ocala, Florida. After graduating high school she relocated to Trenton, New Jersey and later to Akron, Ohio where she married her husband of 25 years, D’Mugabi Kwalume. She remained a faithful...

Jul 18, 2025

Vera M. Alexander 74 gained her heavenly wings on July 18, 2025. She was born on April 24, 1951, to the late Seabron, and Pauline Willis.

 Vera attended Central High School laying the foundation for a life defined by hard work and fierce devotion to family.

 On July 22, 1970 she married her soulmate Percy Jr. and in the home they shared,...

Jul 11, 2025

Anthony S Myers

Anthony(Tony)Myers was born November 16, 1969 in Columbia, South Carolina to Debra Jean Myers & Sam Ford. Anthony grew up in Akron, Ohio & later in his adult life moved to explore life in many parts of Texas.

Anthony was known as a pretty boy ladies man growing up, that could play basketball like nobody business, I’m talking smooth...