Obituaries

Fred Bowick Jr.

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),...

Gage Zirke

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...

Johnie Brazile

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...

Dennis Worthy

Jun 30, 2021

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,...

Patricia Whitehead

Jun 30, 2021

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..

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James Preston

Jun 14, 2021

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;...

Robert Bolden

May 22, 2021

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...

Arthur Hibler

May 19, 2021

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...

Carolyn Jackson

May 8, 2021

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...

Meghan Preston

Apr 29, 2021

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...

Sheila McIver

Apr 21, 2021

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...

Deborah Warfield-Jackson

Apr 15, 2021

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...

Shawn Fann, Jr.

Apr 8, 2021

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...

Oliver Carty

Apr 7, 2021

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...

Malayasia Jeffery

Apr 2, 2021

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 Hill

Mar 26, 2021

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...

Doris Scott

Mar 25, 2021

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.

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Inez Hall

Mar 24, 2021

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...

Eric McIntyre

Mar 4, 2021

Eric Wayne McIntyre was born on October 3, 1965 in Akron, Ohio to the late Willie McIntyre and Gertha McIntyre and departed this life on March 4, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his father; Willie McIntyre; sister, Rosemary Gary.

He leaves to cherish his memory. His beloved mother; Gertha McIntyre; siblings, Karen Knowlton,...

Moses McCormick

Mar 4, 2021

Moses Monwell McCormick, Jr. was born on March 12, 1981 in Akron, Ohio and he departed this life on March 4, 2021.

Moses graduated from North High School and attended Ohio State College. He was a Youtube Legend and a hero to many people.

He enjoyed learning and teaching different languages, going fishing, and playing...