Willie Shropshire Obituary
The passing of Willie Shropshire (Akron, Ohio) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 13, 2024 at the age of 82. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Willie Shropshire or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his wife Emma Shropshire; his siblings, Callie King, Elijah Shropshire, Rev. James Shropshire and Fred L. Shropshire (Jacqueline); his daughter-in-law Rosalind Hamilton; and his aunt Callie Hitchcock.
He is survived by: his son Harold D. Hamilton; his grandchildren, Kevin of Akron, Ohio, David Hamilton of Akron, Ohio and Whitney Humphrey (Joseph) of Akron, Ohio; his nieces, Francetta Shropshire-Robbins and Antionette Beasley of Akron, Ohio; and his nephew Willie King. He is also survived by 13 great grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren; and a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 26th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Rhoden Memorial (1101 Palmetto Ave, Akron, OH 44306). A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, September 26th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, September 26th 2024 at the Greenlawn Cemetery (2580 Romig Rd, Akron, OH 44320).
