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``THEN AND NOW' James E. Dancy, Sr. May 8, 1932-Oct. 14, 2011 ``Jimmy' was born May 8, 1932 to William and Mildred Dancy in Wadsworth, Ohio, the fifth of seven children. Jimmy attended Wadsworth Public School, leaving to join the United States Navy, where he received an honorable discharge. Upon leaving the service, Jimmy married the late Betty J. Purdue, and their union produced three children. Jimmy later met and married Leona E. Valentine, whom he was wed until her passing. During this marriage, Jimmy accepted Christ, was baptized May 3, 1987, and was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Jimmy retired from the Akron Beacon Journal after 26, years. He was a loyal employee who rarely missed work. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; his wife (Leona); brothers, Charles and Emmitt Dancy; sisters, Leona Wise, Marian Simms, and Margret Leach; ex-wife and friend, Betty Dancy. He is survived by sons, James E. Dancy Jr. of Akron, Ohio, Don A. (Traci) Dancy of Copley, Ohio; stepson, Leon P. Valentine of Cleveland, Ohio; daughter, Renee M. (Garland) Stokes of Akron, Ohio; grandchildren, Don, Deoco and Daisha Dancy, Garland ll (Duce), Danielle and Dionna Stokes; stepgrandchildren, Chonita Brown, Corey, Shalana and Gino Suggs; sister, Gloria P. Dancy of Akron Ohio; in-laws, Carrie, Eugene and Sylvester Valentine of Washington, D.C., Edna Howard of Akron, Ohio, Thomas Huffman and Mary Ann Powell of Barberton, Ohio; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral service will be Thursday, October 20, at 12 noon at the J.E. SCOTT FUNERAL HOME, 1158 S. Arlington St., Akron, Ohio 44306. Friends may visit from 11 a.m. until time of service, Pastor Dr. David Ford officiating. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 519 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron, Ohio 44320. Interment at Lakewood Cemetery. (J.E. SCOTT FUNERAL HOME, 330-773-9210)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, 2011.

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Michele D'Avello - (Buchtel classmate)

October 28, 2011

Dear Renee & Dancy family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your father must have been a great man. May he forever rest in peace. God rest his soul. May God be with you all, especially during these most trying times.

With deep sympathy,

Pastor J. Michael and Sharon Martin, Sr.

October 22, 2011

May the word of God bring you comfort and the memories you have of your loved one bring you peace. We are praying for each of you that you will know this earthly loss is heaven's gain.

Sharon Ivy

October 21, 2011

Renee,Jimboy and Don Allen,

Sorry for your loss. Praying that as the days pass the pain of your loss will lessen. Keep the faith that God will heal your hearts. Love to the Family, Sharon (Miller) Ivy and Family

Saleem & Connie Abdul-Hakeem

October 21, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DeYonn Rice

October 21, 2011

RIP Uncle Jimmy You will be sadly missed. Your Neices and Nephews.
DeYonn, DelYonn, DeYondre, and DaSha.

Glenn Eckert

October 20, 2011

"Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate" on your Journey.

DC1 Glenn B.Eckert
USN Ret.

Donna Vinciguerra

October 20, 2011

Gloria Dancy, So sorry to hear of your loss. I will never forget your kindness and care of my father.
Ms Donna Donnelly Vinciguerra

Barbara Ferguson

October 20, 2011

Rene,Jim Boy & Don, so very sorry about your loss the family is in our thoughts & prayers, love ya The Perdue & Ferguson Family

MARVA BROADDUS

October 20, 2011

TRACI AND DON,

YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR FATHER / FATHER IN LAW PASSING, REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND ALWAYS KEEP HIM IN YOUR HEART.

"IF YOU MISS ME FROM BEING DOWN HERE AND YOU CAN'T FIND ME NOWHERE, COME ON UP TO GOD'S GLORY AND I'LL BE WAITING UP THERE."

PEGGY HARRIS-HUNT

October 20, 2011

GLORIA AND FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
LOVE TO THE FAMILY

MARILYN ROGERS-RIVERS

October 20, 2011

To Renee and your entire ifamily, i was very sad when i heard about the passing of your beloved loved one. My heathfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow and sadness and remember i am always only a phone call away if you need me for anything. May GOD give you peace and the strenght to endure and know he is at peace and you guys did all you could to show your love for him ,and HE knew that! GOD bless you and keep you all.

October 19, 2011

I am very sorry to hear about jimmy. May God bless the family. Delores Wilkes(Kimbrough) Akron,Ohio

Patricia Respress

October 19, 2011

TO Dancy Family Always remember that you are not alone because God is always there sorry for your loss a special prayer goes out to Renee my friend of many years you are in my heart.LoL Respress Family

Rocky, Pam & Adriane Wellington

October 19, 2011

Renee, Garland and family,

You all are in our prayers. Take comfort in knowing you have another Angel watching over you.

Raynard Trice

October 19, 2011

Sorry For Your Loss

GAYLE & EDDIE BROWN (JORDAN FAMILY

October 19, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Barbara Sykes Johnson

October 19, 2011

James, Renee and Don Allan and family:
I was sorry to hear about cousin Jimmy's passing. The family is in our prayers.

chester kight

October 19, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Ronald & Jean Lee

October 19, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

October 19, 2011

I will always remember the good times we had doing the years I will miss you and will never forget you, your neice Mitz from Washington, DC.

Jeff Gray

October 19, 2011

Very sorry for your loss Don and family. In our prayers.
Jeff & Tina Gray

October 19, 2011

RIP in peace Uncle Jimmy,your neice Darlene from Washington,DC
You all are in my prayers Psalms 23

Berniece Earley

October 18, 2011

Renee and Family,
I am praying for you and the family. I am reminded of all the good times your Dad , Mom and I had growing up.May God bless and strengthen you in your time of sorrow. I know my cousin will be missed by family and friends.

Nikita Valentine

October 18, 2011

R.I.P. Uncle Jimmy, your neice Nikita, from Washington, DC .

Terri Brown

October 17, 2011

Renee and Family,
May you find solace in knowing that your Father is in the Loving arms of Our Lord and forever within your hearts.
My love and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.

Nachelle Gaiter-Lewis

October 17, 2011

Renee,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please call me if you need anything!

Debra King Hutchinson

October 17, 2011

Uncle Jimmy was one of my favorite uncles-My deepest sympathy to my cousins
Love You

Linda Dawkins

October 16, 2011

To Jimboy,So sorry to hear of the loss of your father.God bless you and keep you.

Wayne Alexander

October 16, 2011

You and your family have our deepest sympathy

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