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Willene Holsey

September 18, 1962 - April 21, 2021

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Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 |
Tuesday 5/4, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 |
Wednesday 5/5, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Akron, OH 44307
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150 Glendale Ave.
Akron, Ohio 44302
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On September 18, 1962, a queen, Willene Marchelle Marsh, was born to Linda Whetstone and Bill (Bobby) Marsh.  Soon afterward, on July 2, 1975, she was adopted by Albert (Tennie Mae Simpson) Holsey and then became Willene Marchelle Holsey.  She was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, where she attended West Junior High School and graduated from John R. Buchtel High School.

She was a faithful member of The House of Prayer For All People Church, where she followed her beloved Pastors R. Stacey and Lynnette “Lennie” Jenkins whom she loved dearly.  You couldn’t say anything about her First Lady.  Known for her groundbreaking attributes, she was one of the first women construction workers in Summit County and she loved it!  She was a published author and had many hobbies and past-times, such as writing poetry, crocheting, cooking, baking and designing t-shirts.  She loved praying for people, no matter where she was , and her most treasured memories were spending time with family and friends.

Sadly, on April 22, 2021, Willene left her earthly body and went home to be with the Lord.

Willene was preceded in death by her grandmother, Mable (James) Suggs; father, Bill Marsh; adopted parents Albert and Tennie Mae Holsey; sisters, Rochelle Correll and Toni Holsey.

She leaves to celebrate her homegoing, her loving children, Lamar (JaMeka) Holsey, Shana (Adriel) Wilson, LaBarbara Saafir and Asya Tipton, all of Akron, Ohio; her mother, Linda Whetstone; dear friend, Trinka Saafir; siblings, Carolyn Holsey, Francine (Charles) Blackwell, Angel Langsten, Joni (Larry) Tyson, Cheyenne Fitzgerald, Torey (Mandy) Marsh, Charlotte Wade, Ann Hendershot and Ann Holsey; grandchildren, Izaic Dudley, Izaiah Dudley, Nastaja Sykes, Trinka Saafir and Ericka Patten; bonus children, Corey Suggs, Shalana Suggs, Monique Sales, Erica Amos and Geno Suggs; bonus sisters, Lesley King, Christine (Jaland) Finney, Cynthia Brooks, Courtney Trice and Liz Cody; along with a host of other family members and friends.

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529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 | Map
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529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 | Map
Wednesday 5/5, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 | Map
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150 Glendale Ave.
Akron, Ohio 44302
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On September 18, 1962, a queen, Willene Marchelle Marsh, was born to Linda Whetstone and Bill (Bobby) Marsh.  Soon afterward, on July 2, 1975, she was adopted by Albert (Tennie Mae Simpson) Holsey and then became Willene Marchelle Holsey.  She was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio, where she attended West Junior High School andContinue Reading

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William left a message on October 12, 2021:
Beautiful woman played no games,been checked multiple times never too late send my blessings
Sharlette Lynette Mattison-Moss left a message on May 7, 2021:
Sending my prayers and Condolences to the family of Willene
Helen Leonard left a message on May 5, 2021:
Rest In Peace Willene, You were such a precious soul, who loved the Lord. Praying for a your Daughter and Son LaMarr. We love you. Pastor and Mother Leonard
Alethea Saafir left a message on May 5, 2021:
My condolences to the family...Shana and Bubba y'all stay strong like you all mom would want yall to be love Auntie
Irene Jackson (Family) Emanuel Ashley (Family) left a message on May 5, 2021:
sending prayers to your family, love you all
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Marlene Johnson left a message on May 5, 2021:
To the family of Willene, I am sending my prayers and condolences to you all. I have known Willene and family for 47 years. I know that she loved the Lord. May she rest in Heavenly Peace.
Angela Giddings left a message on May 5, 2021:
Blessings in Heaven
Pastor Otho Bowe & family left a message on May 5, 2021:
In memory of Willene Holsey, Pastor Otho Bowe & family lit a candle
Pamela Pringle Wellington left a message on May 4, 2021:
Thank you for your words of wisdom, prayers and sisterhood. God said, well done my good and faithful servant. Rest in heavenly peace ❤️?
Sebron(Zeeb)Phillips left a message on May 4, 2021:
In memory of Willene Holsey, Sebron(Zeeb)Phillips lit a candle
Denise Williams left a message on May 3, 2021:
I've know Willene since elementary school and she was a very special lady. I'm glad I had the pleasure to know her. My Condolences to the Family.
Valerie Bickley left a message on May 2, 2021:
In memory of Willene Holsey, Valerie Bickley lit a candle
Valerie Bickley left a message on May 2, 2021:
May God give the FAMILY PEACE during this time...REST MY SISTA REST
LaVeania Harper left a message on April 29, 2021:
Dear Dottie sorry for your loss.
Ruby Finney left a message on April 28, 2021:
I went to school with Willene and she was sweet and that never changed. RIP GODS ANGLE ?
Linda D Dawkins left a message on April 28, 2021:
to Shana and bubba I met your mother when we were in high school her Rochelle boy were they the funniest Orleans was such a sincere person I loved all her poetry she will put on Facebook her affirmations I'm going to miss getting on Facebook and seeing that lovely face I will keep praying for you guys in your strength and God loves you
Antoinette Brown left a message on April 28, 2021:
In memory of Willene Holsey, Antoinette Brown lit a candle
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