Sister Irene McBride

Irene McBride, affectionately known as MaDear and Dears, went home to be with the Lord on April 6, 2022, at the age of 98. She was born to Benny McCorvey and Leola McCorvey – Croom in Repton AL, who both preceded her in death. After moving to Akron at a very young age, Irene was …
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John Greer

John Wayne Greer was born July 15, 1946 in Huron, Tennessee to the late Otis Greer and Norgia Teague.  Together, they birthed 2 children; John and Elaine Greer.  Later in life, John’s mother married the late Leonard Essick, with whom 4 more children were born: Sandy, Fontaine, Ricky and Len Essick. John graduated from South …
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David Earl Moore

We, the descendants of Arthur Moore Sr. and Georgia Mae Moore appreciate your presence today in sharing the celebration of life for our Brother David Earl Moore “(Coach Moore).”  David was born on January 28, 1955, in Akron Ohio.  David received his wings on April 4, 2022.   David was a sports fanatic.  He learned …
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Charlotte Michelle Quarterman

Charlotte Michelle Quarterman was born July 1, 1968, to Ernestine and Alexander Stallworth. She was the middle child of three children. Charlotte attended Akron Public Schools and     graduated from Kenmore High School. Upon graduation, she attended the University of Akron for some time. Devoting her life to Christ at a young age, Charlotte loved God …
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Delcinia Chrisella Costa

Delcinia Chrisella (Fitzpatrick) Costa went to be with the Lord on January 15, 2022.  She was born in Akron, Ohio on October 4, 1947, to the late Jack and May (Collins) Costa. Delcinia graduated from South High School in Akron, class of 1965. She later earned a bachelor’s degree.  She lived in Nashville, TN for …
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Rose Marjorie Lewis

Rose Marjorie Lewis passed away on March 29, 2022. Rose was born to Elberta and Alfonso Cobb on May 28, 1937. Rose was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio and attended Akron Public Schools. Rose met and married Preston Lewis Jr. on March 3, 1952, and from that union they had six children. Rose was …
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Gladys Poole Johnson

Gladys Poole Johnson was born August 18, 1948, in Sylacauga, Alabama to Johnnie Poole, Sr. and Mavis McKinney Poole. She was the youngest of eight children. Attending Akron University, Gladys earned her Associate Degree in Executive Secretary as well as her Bachelor of Science in Education. She also went on to earn her master’s equivalent …
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Pedethia M. Kindall-Epps

Pedethia M. Kindall-Epps, affectionally known as “Dee-Dee,” made a peaceful transition to her Heavenly Father and home on March 27,2022. Pedethia M. Kindall-Epps was born on January 10, 1961, to William and Ruth Kindall. She was a lifetime resident of Akron, OH., graduating from John R. Buchtel High School. Throughout her years she served on the Board …
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Linda Vernita Williams

Linda Vernita Williams departed this earthly life on March 27, 2022, gaining her heavenly wings into the Kingdom of Paradise! Linda was strong, courageous, scared, shocked, in disbelief, but still was smiling and joking …keeping the faith.  Linda fought a great fight. She hung on as long as she could for her family.  She was …
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Minnie Lee Brown-Jackson

Obituary Minnie Lee Brown- Jackson, age 94, a longtime resident of Akron, Ohio was peacefully called to be with the Lord on March 26, 2022 at Tallmadge Health And Rehab. Minnie was born on July 31, 1927, in Ruleville, Mississippi, Sunflower County. She was a long time faithful member of the New Trinity Missionary Baptist …
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