Shenyce LaVon Finney

On July 8, 2025 Shenyce LaVon Finney “Niecey” transitioned from Earth to Glory. Shenyce LaVon Finney was born November 22, 1972 in Akron, Ohio to Shirley Ann Finney and Victor Allen Belcher. Shenyce graduated from Buchtel High School in 1991 and attended the University of Akron. She worked hard all her life to be able to provide for her …
Read More

Alfonza Steadman Sr.

Alfonza Steadman Sr., 72, went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2025, at his residence. Alfonza, one of five siblings, was born June 8, 1953, in Gadsden, Alabama, to Clarence and Ella Mae Steadman. Alfonza completed his high school education and made his home in Akron, Ohio, where he built a remarkable …
Read More

Kevin Lee James

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kevin L. James, a beloved father, brother, and partner, who departed this life on 07/02/2025 at the age of 64. Born and raised in Akron, Ohio, Kevin was a man of quiet strength and enduring love, known for his kind heart, sharp wit, and unwavering devotion to …
Read More

Joseph Henry Horton Jr.

Joseph’s obituary In Loving Memory of Joseph H. Horton, Jr. September 18, 1941 – July 7, 2025 Joseph H. Horton, Jr., beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, minister, and friend, entered eternal rest on July 7, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 18, 1941, in Brooklyn, New York, Joseph lived a life full …
Read More

Mary Ella “Rilley” Hammett

Mary Ella (Riley) Hammett, age 89, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and faithful servant of the Lord, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 22, 2025.  She was born in Natchez, Alabama on February 7th,1936 to Otis Riley and Lonnie Longmire Riley. As a young teen, Mary moved to Akron, Ohio …
Read More

Marcus T. Stone Jr.

Marcus Telly Stone Jr., age 21, was called home to be with the Lord on June 27, 2025, in Akron, Ohio. He was born on March 5, 2004, in Akron, Ohio, to Marcus Stone Sr. and Chara Campbell-Stone. Marcus was a proud graduate of Kenmore High School, where he earned awards for perfect attendance and …
Read More

Daniel Delanor Burch

Daniel Burch, a devoted father, cherished grandfather, beloved brother, and respected member of the Akron community, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on January 19, 1941, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Dan Burch and Willie Vera Burch, Daniel was raised with strong values and a deep sense of purpose. …
Read More

Lee M. Williams

In Loving Memory of Lee Maxie Williams February 8, 1960 – June 4, 2025 Lee Maxie Williams peacefully entered eternal rest on June 4, 2025, at his residence in Akron, Ohio. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Born in Akron on February 8, 1960, Lee was the beloved son …
Read More

Patricia Louise Cox

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that the family of Patricia Posey Cox, affectionately known as Trisha, announces her peaceful passing on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in Akron, Ohio, Patricia was the cherished daughter of Lutherine and Ralph Posey (both deceased). …
Read More