Alicia D Garnett

April 17, 1969 - April 16, 2026

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Akron, OH 44307

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Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home

529 W Thornton St.

Akron, OH 44307

330-535-1543 |

Saturday 5/9, 3:30 pm

Alicia Denise Garnett, 56, entered the resting arms of the Lord on April 16, 2026, after a short illness.

A lifelong resident of Akron, Alicia was a dedicated employee of the City of Akron Engineering Department for over 25 years.

She was united in marriage to her loving husband, Mark Garnett, on October 21, 1999.

Alicia had a deep love for music, singing, and playing bass guitar and keyboard. She co-founded the band Leather & Lace and enjoyed performing throughout the Akron area. She also loved nature, gardening, and, most of all, spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Mark Garnett; father Willie Portis; daughters, Megan Hunter and Angel Garnett; stepdaughter Shanell Bussey; her siblings, Angela Jackson, Aundrea Stormer, Ronnie Atani Cooper, and Randy Cooper; grandchildren Avani Scott, Al John Hunter (III) ,Amelia Lester; step grandchildren Demoni, Dai’Leon, De’Anthony , De’Royal, De’Masiyah, Da’Myracle; step great granddaughter Camilla; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who loved her and whom she loved dearly.

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Wake begins at 12:00pm

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Akron, OH 44307

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Alicia Denise Garnett, 56, entered the resting arms of the Lord on April 16, 2026, after a short illness. A lifelong resident of Akron, Alicia was a dedicated employee of the City of Akron Engineering Department for over 25 years. She was united in marriage to her loving husband, Mark Garnett, on October 21, 1999.Continue Reading

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In memory of Alicia D Garnett, David Oliver lit a candle

Sending my deepest condolences to the family of my adopted cousin, you were so intelligent, as well as gifted! you will be deeply missed fly high Queen!

To Mark and family your have the Dokes family deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Alicia a very loving and beautiful person. It was my pleasure to play in a band with you! A great bass player and leader. May you Rest In Peace!

To mark and family… ❤️❤️sending my love and prayers to you all.. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Mark, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. R.I.P. Alicia.... Gordon & Kellie Garrett

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To The family of Alicia Garnett so sorry for your loss from your cousin Wendy and Larry Joseph ❤️

Our Condolences to Mark, and the entire family

Our deepest sympathies to you & your family. Alicia always made the day brighter for everyone at work.

Alicia made our day so much brighter. Anyone who talked with her, walked away a little lighter. We have missed her. I cannot imagine how much more she will be missed by her family. My most deep-felt condolences on your loss.
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