Clarence Steadman IV

Clarence Steadman IV, “Chop”, was born February 3, 1995, to Niquiesha Ervin and Clarence Steadman III in Akron, OH. Clarence attended Buchtel High School (Akron, OH). While attending, he completed art and design, and band programs. Clarence had a passion for music. He started band in elementary school, playing the violin. Clarence loved to learn …
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Ander Lee Haley Sr.

Ander Lee Haley was born on July 31, 1941 in Hanceville, Alabama to the late James Milton Haley and Artimothy Louise Haley.  Ander departed this life on July 28, 2024 at the age of 82 years young.  Ander was a life-long resident of Akron, where he attended Thornton Junior High School and Hower Trade School. …
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Annie R. Sperling

Annie “Punch” Rae Sperling, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, July 28, 2024.  Annie Rae was born on January 29, 1933 in Brent, Alabama to JC Watkins and   Vallie Wilkerson. Annie was a loving and feisty person.  She was always willing to help others, and was especially thoughtful to everyone …
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Eloise Twyman

Born June 18, 1940, in Clayton, Alabama, Eloise “Tu-wee” was born the sixth of ten children to Howard and Lou Ethel Henry. The family relocated to Detroit, Michigan, and lastly, Akron, Ohio became her home where she met and married Lonnie Twyman. Together they raised three children. Affectionately known as “Nana”, Mother Twyman was a …
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Denise Sharp

Denise Sharp, age 57, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024.

Latoya Thompson

Latoya Lee Thompson transitioned from labor to eternal rest and reward on July 4, 2024 (Latoya’s first favorite holiday) at 12:25am (Christmas, Latoya’s second favorite holiday). Latoya was born March 21, 1979 to parents Scarlet Joann Sherman and Mose Lee Thompson. Latoya graduated from Buchtel High School in 1997 and pursued several career paths. Latoya …
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Calvin Powell

Calvin Powell, age 76, passed away on July 10, 2024.

Terry Herbert

Terry Herbert, age 71, passed away on June 30, 2024.

Angelia R. Powers

Angelia “Angie” Powers, beloved mother to 2 children, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024. She was born on September 3, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio to Lovetta and Benny Chisholm, and was the oldest of 6 children. Angie graduated from Glenville High School in 1975. She moved to Akron, OH and attended the University …
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