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Sandy K. Sales

Sandy K. Sales

Aug 24, 2023

Sandy K. Sales

Was Born on May 8, 1947 to Kenneth B. Starcher and Anna J. (Eich) Starcher. She was a long time resident of Akron, Ohio where attend the Akron Public School System and was a graduate of East High School, she also attend Akron University for a time. She and Robert moved to Doylestown, Ohio until 2016, when...

Maurice Farr Sr.

Maurice Farr Sr.

Aug 11, 2023

 

Maurice Farr, Sr. aka “Reese Cup”, age 78, went to be with the Lord on August 11, 2023.Maurice was born on May 9, 1945, in Asheville, North Carolina, to Dorothy Ray. Aftergraduating from Stephen Lee High School in 1963, he went on to play football at LivingstoneCollege. After leaving college, he joined the United States Army. He was stationed...

Lakeiasha Ann Galloway

Lakeiasha Ann Galloway

Aug 5, 2023

Lakisha Ann Galloway, 34 of Akron, Ohio sadly departed this life on August 5, 2023 following a battle with mental illness.

Lakisha is survived by her children, DeAnthony Owens, Justice Galloway, Royal Galloway, and Egypt Galloway; mother, Christine Pryor; father, Donel Grandison; sisters, Sheila Pryor, Lakeia Hardges, Iesha Grandison, Markisha Moore; brother, Donel Moore; aunts, Betty Pryor, Cathy Managan,...

Hermaine Delacy Powell

Hermaine Delacy Powell

Aug 3, 2023

Hermaine DeLacy Powell ascended his earthly body on Thursday August 3rd 2023. He was born May 7th, 1975 in Akron Ohio to Sharon D. Powell & Herman Drake Jr. Hermaine attended Akron Public Schools he also enjoyed playing football, riding his tri/ bicycle, hanging with friends and cutting hair, which he was good with that blade. He worked various factory...

NiiAryee Shakur Trachawn Otoo

NiiAryee Shakur Trachawn Otoo

Jul 31, 2023

NiiAryee Shakur Trahawn Otoo II was born December 5th 1998 to Cherice Hooks (Cloyd-Rogers) an NiiAryee Otoo. NiiAryee attended Akron Public Schools and was a phenominal basketball player, However he tried all sports. He loved sports and he loved his family.

NiiAryee is preceded in death by Grandfather Cullen Rogers Sr, Uncle Josephices Welch-Rogers, Great aunt Jarvia Rogers, Great Uncles...

June Ann Stephens

June Ann Stephens

Jul 30, 2023

 

Elder June A. Stephens was born May 30th, 1947 to Edward & Fannie Grey in Newark, New Jersey.

She is survived by a loving husband James Stephens and four children: Lawrences, Steven, Charlene, and Tonya; 14 grandchildren, Sheena, Matthew, Vanessa, Tim, Charmella, Tiera, Airca, James, Tonya, Frank, Jazzmine, Kerrique, Lacee and Phyllis, and 26 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild to...

Dorothy A (Maston) Connelly

Dorothy A (Maston) Connelly

Jul 28, 2023

Dorothy A. (Maston) Connelly, 76, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, after a long illness.

She was born and raised in Long Island, New York, where she graduated from Mattituck High. Following graduation she moved to New York City to attend cosmetology school. In 1968, Dorothy and her family settled in Akron, Ohio.

Dorothy retired from Alpha Phi Alpha...

Jack Raymond Butler

Jack Raymond Butler

Jul 27, 2023

Jack Raymond Butler graced the world with his amazing presence on August 9, 1934, to Edward and Dorothey Butler in Norwalk, Ohio. He made his heavenly transition on July 27, 2023 at home surrounded by his family.  He served in the Army until 1955. He moved to Akron, Ohio where he worked at Chrysler Stamping plant retiring in 1998 after...

Carolyn Mahoney

Carolyn Mahoney

Jul 21, 2023

Carolyn (Nanna) Mahoney

 

Carolyn Mahoney transitioned to her heavenly home on July 21, 2023. She was born to the late Robert Evans and Margaret (Quives) Turner in Akron, Ohio on May 10, 1947.

She is proceeded in death by her grandparents, Rev Harry and Clara Wells, and her brother and sister-in-law, Kenneth and Rosalyn Evans.

Carolyn was married to...

Sarah Gladden-Brown

Sarah Gladden-Brown

Jul 11, 2023

 

Sarah Gladden (Say-Say)Born October 5, 1970 to Edna Gladden and the late Larry Gladden transitionedfrom this earthly life on July 11th 2023Sarah attended John R. Buchtel High School and was a member of the class of1988(Say-Say) as she was affectionally called was enthusiastic, funny and lovedfashion. She had a strong spiritual relationship with God. She often captivatedany audience with...

Voncile Bates

Voncile Bates

Jun 26, 2023

Voncile Bates passed away June 26, 2023. A Graveside service will be held, Thursday, July 6, 2023, 10:00am at Glendale Cemetery.

Isaac Allen

Isaac Allen

Jun 25, 2023

Isaac (Ike) Allen, Jr. graced this world with his presence on October 8, 1935, to Millie Bryant and Isaac Allen, Sr. in Tampa, Fl., later his family moved to New York (Harlem). Ike served in the U.S. Marine Corp. while aboard the USS Bennington CVA 20, in New Port, RI at 60 miles out at sea, the ships boiler exploded....

Harold Burros

Harold Burros

Jun 15, 2023

 

Harold Burros was born on December 10, 1968 to the late Leander(Butch) and Vivian Ann Burros. He passed away on June 15, 2023. Harold was a beloved son, father, and grandfather.

Harold graduated from John R. Buchtel High School in 1988. He loved cars and was self-employed cleaning and detailing vehicles.

Harold was preceded in death by his father,...

Alani Khole' Clark

Alani Khole' Clark

Jun 4, 2023

Alani Khloe' Clark, beloved daughter of De'Shanae West and Anthony Clark was born sleeping on June 4, 2023 Our lives will be touched forever by her presence. She is survived by four siblings, Aniya, Anyla, Kash, Amiya. Grandparents Carmen West, Demane West, Anthony and Roslyn Clark and Carla Wright; Loving Great Grandparents; God Mother Katrina Walker. Alani is also survived...

Frederick W. Hyde

Frederick W. Hyde

Jun 3, 2023

Frederick Wes Hyde, lovingly known as Freddy, born April 4, 1959, to Patricia Murphy andArthur Hyde in Akron, Ohio, passed away June 3, 2023.Freddy attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from North High School. He was a hardworker and lastly lending his talents to Cardinal Maintenance.He loved to play cards, dominoes and spending time with those whom he loved.Freddy is preceded...

Margaret Jean Townsend

Margaret Jean Townsend

May 29, 2023

Margaret "Jeanie" Townsend gained her heavenly wings on May 29, 2023. She was born August 28, 1943 to John and Amanda Manley in Clayton, AL. Her family moved to Akron when she was 4 years old. Margaret graduated in 1961 from South High School. She followed her calling and went on to graduate from Akron City Hospital Idabelle Firestone School...

Georgia Mae Kyles

Georgia Mae Kyles

May 28, 2023

Georgia Mae Allen-Kyles was born June 8, 1945, in Laurens, Georgia. She crossed over to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

Georgia Mae graduated from high School at the age of 16 and took necessary steps in order to become a schoolteacher. She moved to Akron, Ohio where she furthered her career and landed a job with the...

Mary Boso

Mary Boso

May 26, 2023

Our beloved Mary Jane Boso transitioned on May 26, 2023 at the age of 80 years old. She was born on April 29, 1943 in Washington, Pennsylvania to Ellsworth and Gertrude Burgess.

She graduated from Chartiers High School. She moved to Akron, OH at the age of 18 with her siblings.

She devoted her life to the Lord at Stone...

Robert James Singletary

Robert James Singletary

May 22, 2023

Robert J. Singletary born March 3, 1944 to the late Willie J. and Jackie M. Singletary, passed away on May 22, 2023 after fighting a short illness.

Robert served in the U.S. Army where he received a Good Conduct Medal and an Expert Badge in riflery. After serving his country, he landed a job at Ford Motor Company. Working hard...

Marion C Walker

Marion C Walker

May 8, 2023

Celebration of Life

Marion C. (Fitzhugh) Walker, 93, affectionately known as “The Queen”, slipped away quietly atSumma Hospital Palliative Care on May 8, 2023. She was born in Akron, Ohio, on June 30,1929.

 The Queen was predeceased by her parents Charles and Angeline (Caffee) Fitzhugh,husband Calvin C. Walker, brother Joseph L. Fitzhugh and sister Charlena Hewett Brown. 

Marion graduated from...

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