Alvin Ross

Alvin Ross, the second son of the late Henry Ross and Betty Young (Percy), was born in Birmingham, AL, December 8, 1957. He entered eternal rest on Friday, June 5, 2026. Alvin attended Akron Public Schools and graduated from East High School. Alvin, known for his sense of humor, big warm smile, and his twinkling …
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Kevin Reese Allison

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kevin Reese Allison, a beloved father, brother, and friend, who entered eternal rest on June 6, 2026, at the age of 59. Kevin was born on April 10, 1967, in Akron, Ohio. May his legacy be carried forward with kindness and love, just as he exemplified throughout …
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Martin C. Durette

Martin Christopher Durette was born October 31st, 1963, in Akron, Ohio to Lovie Mae (Hamm) Durette and Herndon Anthony Durette. He was the baby, and the 5th child born to this union. He was baptized as an infant St Mary’s church in Akron. He attended Akron public schools and graduated from Central-Hower High School in …
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Jeannette Sowell

Jeannette Sowell, 70, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on November 28, 1955, to the late Jimmie H. Cochran Sr and Lorene Cochran. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister; Diane Robinson-Cole, and her brothers; Roosevelt Tisdel, Blair Cochran, Wallace …
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Charita Peterson

Charita Denise Peterson, age, 59 passed away on June 1, 2026…

June A. Bass

June A. Bass, age, 91 passed away on May 22, 2026….

Bonnie Traylor

Bonnie Byrd Traylor, 85, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. Born on October 29, 1940, in Augusta, Georgia, and raised in Akron, Ohio, Bonnie lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She shared many loving years with her husband, Ned Lee Traylor, and considered her family her greatest blessing, …
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Antoinne Duval Edmiston Jr.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Antoinne Duval Edmiston Jr.. Antoinne was born on July 15, 1992, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Dorothy and Antoinne Edmiston. He entered into eternal rest on May 22, 2026, in Akron, Ohio, at the age of 33. Antoinne’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of …
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Michael Lawson

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Lawson. He passed away on May 13, 2026