Cecillia A. Blue, a free spirited, caring and generous person, passed away on November 7, 2023, surrounded by family. She was a long-time residence of Akron, Ohio. Cecillia attended North High School and went on to receive her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Akron. She was a cheerleader for North Akron Pee Wee’s through …
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Our beloved Lucille Willie Burney was born on March 16, 1939, in Pinckard, Alabama to the union of the late Lunnie and Willie Carroll, to this union she was the eldest of seven children. She was married to the late James Burney Sr. for over 45 years. On Monday October 30, 2023, God, in His …
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Born on June 13, 1953, Conrad’s journey was marked by his unwavering commitment to serving his fellow citizens. After completing his education, including attaining a Doctorate, Conrad pursued a career in social work, specializing in developmental health. His passion and dedication were evident in the transformative impact he had on the lives of countless individuals. …
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Allan Scott Thomas, age 61, passed away on October 29, 2023.
Ernestine Williams went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. She was born in Akron, Ohio to Louis Harris and Jean Howell “Janita Lee Jones”, on August 5, 1956. She attended South High School where she graduated and went off to beauty school at Washington Beauty Academy. She also was a …
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Dazzle Joe Young was born March 2, 1944 to Marzette and Beatrice Webster in Akron, Ohio. He departed this life Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the age of 79. Dazzle may have been born in our hometown of Akron, Ohio but he was surely a native New Yorker living there for over 30 years. Dazzle …
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Dessie R. Lee, age 82 went home to be with the Lord on October 20, 2023, at Cleveland Clinic Justin T. Rodgers Hospice Center after a short battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on August 13, 1941, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Dessie Lee enjoyed her southern lifestyle and worked for the Hattiesburg Public School District …
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Mr. Ezekiel “Zeke” Williams, 89, affectionately known as Poppy to his grandchildren, was born October 15, 1934, in Clayton, AL, to the late Willie and Caldora Williams. Zeke earned his heavenly wings on October 18, 2023. He was a community member for over 60 years, a former member of Mount Zion Baptist Church and later …
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Maggie Coston was born June 8, 1934, in Clayton, Alabama to Charles Owens and Alver Flinn. She was raised by her “beloved” Grandma Charlotte whom she loved dearly. She moved to Akron, Ohio where she met the love of her Bennie Coston. They were married in February 1958 and were blessed to raise six beautiful …
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Phillip J. Pleasant Jr. completed his assignment given by God at his home in Akron, Ohio on October 15, 2023 at the age of 86. Phillip was born in Montgomery County, Alabama on April 24, 1937 to the late Mary and Phillip Pleasant. He was the oldest of eleven children, six of which preceded him …
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