Mary Ellen Gregory, age 91, went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2019. Mary is survived by her beloved siblings, Willie (Donna), and Jerry Wilson.
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Mary Ellen Gregory, age 91, went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2019. Mary is survived by her beloved siblings, Willie (Donna), and Jerry Wilson.
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Darrin Blackmon, age 26 went home to be with the Lord.
He leaves to cherish his memories; Parents, Christina Blackmon and Darrin Ward; Siblings, Deontay, Sarah, Jamaica, Demetria, Devona, Damar
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Laura Pearl Bolden, 97, a long-time resident of Akron, OH went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, after a long and fruitful life.
Laura was born in Heflin, Alabama to the late James and Annie Rhoden. She was the youngest of 4 children; 3 brothers, David, Daniel and James, Jr. preceded in death.
Laura graduated from Calhoun County Training School in Dobson City, AL in 1941. She also attended beauty school.
Laura moved north to Akron in the mid-1940s where she met the love of her life, James (Jim) Bolden. The two were joined in wedded bliss on June 25, 1949, and were blessed with two children, Denise Ann, and James Michael. Laura was a role model as a dutiful wife, loving mother & mother-figure and a faithful friend to so many.
Laura became a member of Bethel Baptist Church (now Greater Bethel Baptist Church) in the 1950s. She was a steadfast member, participating in Senior Mission, Deaconess Board, Circle Ruth and as a Sunday school teacher. She was always willing to lend a helping hand where needed due to her charitable nature. She financially donated to many charities such as Save the Children, Jerry Lewis’ Telethon, March of Dimes and St. Jude’s Hospital. Laura triumphantly completed a theology course given by the late Rev. William K. Hawkins, and the family was and continues to be so very proud of her. She raised her children in the church, and most would say the did a pretty good job!!
Laura was a great homemaker and truly enjoyed cooking and entertaining. Precious memories abound of wonderful gatherings with family and a diverse group of friends. She also loved to travel…although she never learned to drive. She spent many years as a domestic worker and positively touched the lives of so many people who still remember, love and appreciate her. Much like her beloved husband, Jim, Laura imparted so much wisdom, kindness, joy, and love that she will always be with us. Our spirits soar knowing that their two spirits are together again.
Laura is survived by daughter, Denise Simmons-Bolden of Akron, OH; son, James (Jan) Bolden of Evanston, IL; grandchildren, Clinton Bolden of Massillon, OH, Michael and Alexa Bolden of Chicago, IL; great-grandchildren, Devon Wyant of Akron, OH, Marie Rhoden of Heflin, AL; nephews, James (Susan) Wilson of Plano, TX, Paul Bolden of Akron, OH; and a blessed host of other relatives and dear friends.
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Harold Dubois Nichols went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Novella Nichols; siblings, Juanita Ford, James E. Nichols, and Viola Nichols. William is survived by his cherished children, Selena Cooper, Harold Nichols Jr, Viola Hancock; loving siblings, William A. Nichols, Clyde Nichols, Barbara Ann Nichols; 9 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
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Lucille A. Calhoun went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 5, 2019.
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Edward Jones Sr. went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2019.
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Alfred Terrance Foster, age 60 went home to be with the Lord on April 6, 2019. Alfred is preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert Foster and Addie Love-Foster; He leaves to cherish his memories; Loving wife, Patrice; Children, Shannon Charmicle, Felita Chandler and Alfred Santana; Siblings, Gilbert Foster Jr., Marietta Foster, Macella Hale and Denis L. Foster; Loving grandfather of 8.
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Larry Veasley went home to be with the Lord on April 4, 2019. Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Leanna Lynne; parents, Opal “Inez” Gregory; children, Tamara Adams (Tommie), Derrick Veasley, Garry Kirkland II (Sherrie), Aisha Veasley, Robert Kirkland, Charles Kirkland, Anton Veasley, Jerome Warner (Makala); siblings, Terry Veasley (Addie), Renee Thorton (Rudy), Patricia Wills (Darien); 16 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.
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Ambrose Adams, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on April 7, 2019. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Dannie Mae Coleman and Armbous Adams; and siblings, Major Adams Sr., Ida Mae Coleman, Dorothy Vactor, and Ella Mae Adams. Ambrose is survived by his cherished children, Rita Adams-Donaldson, Denise Price, Machelle Watkins (Walter), Kim Allen (Roderick); loving siblings, Alphine Jones, James Coleman (Lolita), Armbous Adams (Virginia); 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; devoted friend, Catherine Bradford, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Richard Lee Willis passed away on April 3, 2019.
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Addis A. Fitzpatrick went home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2019. Addis is survived by his beloved wife, Alma Fitzpatrick; cherished children, Raymond Fitzpatrick (Leann); and loving grandchildren, Samantha, Ryan, and Delaney Fitzpatrick.
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Judith Ann Ridenour of Kent, OH passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 7, 2019 after a short bout with cancer at the age of 80. She was born in Gallatin, Tennessee to Nettie & Oran Vaughan who preceded her in death. She was a high school graduate of Randolph High in Randolph, OH and upon graduation joined the United States Navy. She was preceded in death by her eldest son, John Michael Socorro and is survived by Elizabeth (Terry) Kane, Charles (Margie) Ridenour, Kathrine Beiter, Michele Comeaux, and Tamar Ruth. Judith is greatly mourned by 17 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 4 great, great grandchildren. The family chooses to mourn privately but condolences can be sent to 368 Litchfield Rd., Akron, OH, 44305. The family would like to thank Stewart & Calhoun Associates for their thoughtful assistance during this most difficult time and all of the warm posts, texts and phone calls of love and support. We thank God for the many blessings and the strength to carry on. We know “that everything will be alright in the end and if it isn’t alright, it isn’t the end.”
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Remell Finley passes away on April 9, 2019.
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Ocie Lee Priester, Jr. departed this life on April 8, 2019 at age 70. He was born March 12, 1949 to Ocie and Lucille Priester and was a lifelong resident of Akron, Ohio. Ocie graduated from East High School and was employed at Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. Ocie was united in marriage to Linda Elton and to this union was born one son, Ocie III.
Throughout his life Ocie was known for his carpentry, remodeling skills, painting and craftsmanship that showed his love for perfection. He loved to fish and share his catch; he loved to gather food and distribute it to those in need who did not have transportation. He will always be remembered as a vibrant character, full of fun, and unpretentious. He loved people and was especially considerate of the downtrodden.
Ocie was preceded in death by his mother and father, Ocie and Lucille Priester and brother, Donald Priester.
Ocie is survived by son, Ocie Priester III; grandson, Eric Priester; granddaughter, Amber Hoyle, and one great granddaughter; brothers, Robert E. Priester and Jeffery L. Priester; sisters, Evaughn (Alexander) Cagle, Arona Sanford and Edwina Priester; special friend, Mary Beth Charisma and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Elizabeth Patterson passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019.
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Marcus Xavier went home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2019.
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TiaLynn Lynette Peterson went home to be with the Lord on April 9, 2019. TiaLynn is survived by her beloved husband, Andrew Peterson; loving parents, Jerome Peterson Bell and Tahlia Bell; cherished children, Dominique Bell, Joshua Peterson, Yatika Hunt; loving brother, Keith Bell; and cherished grandchildren, Ponchellis Jackson, Lyric Hunt, and Chasden Hunt.
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Donald James Brown, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on April 9, 2019. Donald is preceded in death by his parents, James Brown and Helen Brown. He is survived by his beloved wife Jacqueline Brown; Children, DeVonna Bey (Obatahyay), Donald Brown and JeTuan Brown; Loving Grandfather of 5.
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Ernestine Poole went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2019.
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