Ursula Williams
Nov 7, 2023
Ursula Michelle Williams of Kalamazoo Michigan passed away November 7, 2023. Ursula was born and raised in Kalamazoo Michigan, after she relocated to Akron Ohio in 1999 where she lived for the past 25 years. Ursula attended Akron University and Stark State, where she worked in collections and finance most of her years. In her youth Ursula played an...
Velma L Bureller
Nov 5, 2023
Velma Bureller (Hicks) was born September 14th 1942, to the late Samuel and Annie Hicks in Akron OH. She is preceded in death by both her parents Samuel Hicks sr. and Annie Hicks, former husbands Andrew Bureller and James Jackson. She Leaves to cherish her memories 1 brother Samuel Hicks jr. 2 sisters Charlotte Hicks and special sister Jurldine...
Elmyra M Mitchell
Nov 5, 2023
Elmyra Mary Mitchell's story began June 8, 1942, in Springfield Township. Her story is filled with love, faith, and devotion to her family and community. From her early days growing up as the only girl among six brothers to her fulfilling career in education and her firm faith in God, Elmyra left a lasting impact on those around her....
Sharon Delores Nash
Nov 5, 2023
Sharon D. Nash
February 23, 1950 — November 5, 2023
Akron
Sharon Delores Nash, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend peacefully passed away on November, 5, 2023, in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 73. Sharon was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 23 1950 to loving parents Wilbur and Geraldine Nash.
Sharon dedicated her life to compassion, inspiration and service. She began her career as a medical secretary...
Marilyn R. Dukes
Nov 4, 2023
Mrs. Marilyn Ruth Dukes was surrounded by a host of family and friends as she transitioned peacefullySaturday, November 4, 2023. Her loving and devoted husband was by her side while she went home tobe with the Lord.
Marilyn Ruth McDaniel Dukes, a life-long resident of Akron, Ohio, departed this earthly life onNovember 4, 2023. Marilyn was the youngest of eight...
Corika Lynn Lewis
Oct 31, 2023
Corika Lynn Lewis (Ms. Lynn3), 42, of Cleveland, Ohio was called home on October 31, 2023. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on November 28, 1980, to Elizabeth (Sandy) Lewis. Corika enjoyed life and loved spreading love and joy to all. Corika obtained her Diploma from a Cleveland Public School, Glenville High School; class of 1999. Corika worked at University...
Robert "Bingo" Smith
Oct 26, 2023
Robert E Smith affectionately known as "Bingo" passed away peacefully October 26 2023, after many years of illness.
Bingo was born February 26 1946 in Memphis, Tennessee to Chalmers and Idella Smith. He attended Melrose High School where he earned All American honors in basketball, football, baseball and track. He settled on Basketball at The University of Tulsa...
Gilda Miller
Oct 24, 2023
Evangelist Gilda M. Miller, a beloved member of the Unity Christian Fellowship Church, peacefully passed away on October 24, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 77. Gilda was born on May 31, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, to her loving parents Jesse and Marie McWain.Gilda dedicated her life to spreading the word of God and serving her community as...
Marquita Bowick
Oct 21, 2023
Marquita Bowick (August 2, 1990 - October 21, 2023)
Marquita Bowick, was born, August 2, 1990, in Akron, Ohio to Valerie (Renee) Bowick and the late Fred Bowick Jr. Marquita was a pillar of strength, love, and honesty for everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Marquita is preceded in death by her father, Fred Bowick Jr., her Great Grandmother...
Deacon Jesse J. Williams, Jr.
Oct 20, 2023
Deacon Jesse James Williams, Jr. affectionately known as “Fig”, born March 10, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Jesse James and Sylvia Williams, Sr.
Jesse attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from Akron East High School class of 1964 where he met and devoted his life to his high school sweetheart, Elaine Mitchell and married on March 18,1966 and...
Kiyla Kamille Fitten
Oct 15, 2023
Kiyla was born March 27, 2006 in Akron Ohio. She was a loving mother, daugher, sister and friend. Kiyla enjoyed fashion, dancing, singing, and loved cooking. Kiyla also knew how to light up a room and her son was her world. We will truly miss Kiyla’s beautitful, face, smile and laugh and her amazing presence.
Kiyla was proceeded...
Patricia Elaine Sales
Oct 15, 2023
Patty came into this world on July 18, 1947, at Akron City Hospital, the child of loving parents, William and Ester Sales. She attended Mount Calvary Baptist Church (founded by her grand- father, Rev. Alex Sales), where she was baptized at the age of 12; and she enjoyed attending Bible Study.
Patty attended South High School and graduated...
Kimberly Y. Lindsey
Oct 12, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the transition from life Miss Kimberly Y. Lindsey, age 48, onOctober 12 th , 2023. Kimberly was born in Akron, Ohio on October 16 th , 1974, to Samuel and Beth Lindseyof Akron Ohio. Kimberly at the time of her transition had resided in Orlando, Florida for 10 years with her...
Rev. Buddy D. Esters
Sep 23, 2023
Honoring the life of Buddy Dwight Esters
June 7, 1939 - September 23, 2023
Buddy was born in Decaturville, Tennessee to Nora Jewel Tole and Marcus Esters. He was the first grandchild of Burmah and Earnest Tole and was affectionately given the nickname “Sam” by his grandfather. It was during his days with his grandmother that Buddy learned to...
Larry Sutton
Sep 22, 2023
Larry Neal Sutton, also known as Spoonie G, received his wings on Friday,September 22, 2023. He was born to Tommie Sutton and Sylvania Aldridge inDade County, South Miami, FL on January 17, 1956.Larry Neal Sutton attended John R. Buchtel High School in Akron, Ohio where heplayed trumpet for a short time and became one of three Drum Majors.Larry was loud...
Victor Eric Robinson
Sep 16, 2023
“In Loving Memory of Victor Eric Robinson
Victor Eric Robinson, a beloved resident of Akron, Ohio, passed away on September 16, 2023, at the age of 68. Eric, as he was affectionately known, was born in Akron on December 8, 1954, to the devoted couple Horace and Beatrice Robinson, whose enduring love lasted for over five decades.
From a young...
Patti Wheeler
Sep 7, 2023
Patti Warren-Wheeler born November 7, 1948, went home to be with the Lord on September 7, 2023. She was a long time resident of Akron, Ohio where attend the Akron Public School System. Patti may have been quiet, but was full of life and adventure. Patti had a personality that stood out and demanded attention.She was preceded in death by...
Leetaa A. Roper Foster
Sep 2, 2023
Leetaa Ann Roper Foster, went home to be with the Lord on September 2, 2023. She was preceded in death by her dearly loved mother, Hattie Lee Roper; devoted grandparents Annie D. and Earnest Roper; brother, Theodore Roper, Sr.; and nephew, David Roper.
Leetaa was the oldest of six siblings. She may have been petite in stature but she had...
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