Obituaries

Oct 10, 2021

Queen Esther Walker was born on March 16,1928 in Freemont, WV. She departed this life on October 10, 2021. Mrs. Queen lived most of her life in Akron Ohio. She worked at Children’s Hospital for over 15 years until she retired, then went on to open her own business “Queens Bar B Q & Shrimp" on Copley Rd. She was a...

Oct 8, 2021

Edward M. Robinson was born on October 13, 1958, to Donald and Emma Robinson in Akron. Ohio. He transitioned on October 8, 2021, at the age of 62 after an extended illness.

He was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, and was a graduate of South High School class of ’78. He worked various jobs throughout his...

Oct 8, 2021

Rayshawn W. Chambliss passed away October 8, 2021. Arrangements pending.

Oct 4, 2021

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...

Oct 4, 2021

Ellerie Johnson, 95, of Copley, passed away on January 15, 2021. She was born on June 16, 1925 to the late Raymond and Trellis Weems. She worked as an LPN for 50 years and retired from Manor Care in Barberton after 10 years of service. In her spare time she loved traveling and gardening.

In addition to...

Oct 3, 2021

Carolyn S. Griffin (CC.), was born April 2, 1947 to William and Fadie Bell Griffin.  Carolyn went home to be with the Lord on October 3, 2021.  Carolyn attended Springfield Township High School.

Carolyn was a devoted mother and grandmother who gave love to all.  She is the mother of four beautiful daughters, Candace, Angie, Shawn and...

Oct 3, 2021

Ka’Vay Jade Louis-Calderon was born May 6, 2020, to Kirk Louis and Cristina Calderon.

Ka’Vay is and will forever be our loved baby girl. Ka'Vay is smart, she is independent, she is sassy,  and always loved to dance, Ka'Vay absolutely loved Princess and the Frog.  Ka'Vay is the most happiest, beautiful baby girl. She will always be remembered by...

Sep 30, 2021

Clarence L. Horton (LC), age 45, went home to be with the lord on Thursday, September 30, 2021 while in the hospital battling cancer.

He was born on October 18, 1975, attended Kenmore High School, and lived in Akron, OH most of his life. Clarence was selfless, kind-hearted, and always put others first. He was a shining...

Sep 26, 2021

Marlin Burros was born on April 10, 1966, to the late Leander (Butch) and Vivian Ann Burros. He passed away peacefully on September 26, 2021 surrounded by his family.

Marlin was preceded in death by his father, Leander (Butch) Burros; grandparents, RL and Irene Polk also Andy and Wennell Burros.  He leaves to cherish precious memories, his...

Sep 25, 2021

Philip Ray Greene, affectionately called Phil or Ray, 71 peacefully gained his eternal wings on Saturday, September 25, 2021.

Phil was born June 15, 1950 in Charleston, Tennessee to the late Robert and Carrie Belle Greene. He was one of three sons shared by the couple. The family resided in Charleston, TN before relocating to Medina, OH...

Sep 19, 2021

Clifford Eugene Miller was born on September 11, 1953 in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Columbus Public Schools until he moved to Akron at the age of 16 when he met his wife. He served in the army and later returned to Akron where his love for basketball landed him a position as Program Director at the YMCA. He had...

Sep 19, 2021

Mary was born May 5, 1922 in Milledgeville, Georgia to Arrena (Butts) Veal and Louis Veal. Her mother died at the young age of twenty-seven and her father died at the young age of thirty-eight. Mary Burns affectionally called “Mae Lizzy” died Sunday September 19, 2021 at the age of ninety-nine.

As a young adult Mary (Elizabeth)...

Sep 19, 2021

Minister Leowan Stanley went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 19, 2021.  She was a woman of faith, conviction and wisdom and was a true gift to all who knew and loved her.  Leowan was one of four children born to the union of Nolan Alonzie Stanley and Florence Stanley and she was a life-long resident...

Sep 18, 2021

Picken Ramsey, Jr. (Butch) 58, went to his heavenly home peacefully at his residence on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Butch was born to the late Juanita Dorman and the late Picken Ramsey, Sr. on April 9, 1963, in Akron, Ohio. He accepted the Lord at an early age. His parents instilled in him to keep God first always.

Aug 16, 2021

Annie Ruth Terry Cooper went to be in the presence of her Lord and Savior on August 16, 2021 in Kent, Ohio at the ripe age of 95.

She was born December 12, 1925 in Margerum, Alabama to Minnie Sanders Terry and Robert B. Terry. She graduated from the Dayton High School, in Dayton, Tennessee with honors....

Aug 2, 2021

Forever in our hearts that’s where you will stay,

When you came into our lives on that warm August Day.

Who knew you were coming it was such a surprise?

You can tell how we felt by the look into our eyes.

That moment you came we had so much Joy,...

Jul 30, 2021

Sharon Joyce Mosley- Mitchell went home to be with the Lord on July 30, 2021. She was born April 06, 1943 to Ocie L. Mosley and Blanche Mosley-Porter.

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, grandson Diamond Henderson, great-grand daughter D’Moni Henderson, Sister Barbara Fann, Brother David Mosley, special niece who was also one of her...

Jul 27, 2021

Fred Bowick,Jr. “Shaggy Dog” passed away July 27, 2021. He was born July 31, 1955, in Clayton, Alabama to the union of Lucille Farrey-Bowick and Fred Bowick, Sr.

He is preceded in death by his mother Lucille Farrey-Bowick

He is survived by his father; Fred Bowick, Sr.; brothers, Layman Bowick, Marlon Bowick, Fred Bowick (Crystal),...

Jul 25, 2021

Gage Alexander Zirke, 20, of Akron, OH left this world unexpectedly on July 25, 2021. Gage attended Dutch Fork High School in Irmo, SC and graduated from Towpath Trail High School in Akron, OH. Gage was an avid fan of sports which led to Gage striving to be the best just as he saw performed on the field. Gage...

Jul 19, 2021

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...