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Elouise Solomon Obituary
SUNRISE 7-25-23
SUNSET 12-25-11
Elouise Solomon, 88, passed away after a long illness at Akron General Medical Center on Sunday, December 25, 2011.
She was born in Jacksonville, Florida to Jose and Annie Mae (Morning) De-Mantanza. She had a total of seven children.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Annie (Morning) DeMantanza; son, William Arthur Gough; daughter, Dolores Geraldine Bell; and only sibling, sister, Ida Mae Kirkland. Known affectionately as the "Yard Sale Lady," she gave away more than she sold. Her favorite color was red, and she could grow anything green. Elouise loved the Cavs, Browns and the Mount Calvary Baptist Church, where she was a mother of the church and member of the choir. She also baked the best hot rolls in Akron! She was a member of the Mary Exalted Temple No. 95, the Eight of Us Social Club and the Ed Davis Sr. Citizens. Elouise worked at Goodyear Aerospace, Iacamini's, Divinity 10-10 Day Care Center and was a household technician for many prominent Akron families whom she considered her own.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff a Akron General Medical Center, the Cleveland Clinic and Manor Care Akron.
She is survived by her husband, Walter R. Solomon Sr.; son, Richard Arthur Gough, Jr; daughters, Louise (Ted) Williams, Denise (Melvin) Peters, Anna Gough, Ida Jean Faison; adopted daughter, Susan Rang; special friends, Mary Duncan and Gladys Ingersoll; 15 grandchildren, 24 great- grandchildren, ten great-great- grandchildren; and a host of extended family and dear friends.
The Life Celebration Service will be held on Friday, December 30, 2011 at 12 noon at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 442 Bell St. with Pastor Jeffrey A. Dennis officiating. Friends may call at the church from 11 a.m. until 12 noon. Procession will be formed at the church. Condolences may be sent to Mount Calvary Baptist Church in care of the Solomon (Gough) family.
SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME, 330-724-1201
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Memories and Condolences
for Elouise Solomon
anna maria gough
April 20, 2012
i keep wanting to tell you something about my day and hear your voice again...its spring now and we would be going to get plants and potting soil to renew your plants & flowers outside ...the watch for calla lily's on the side of the house...birthday celebrations..time to start yardsale shopping for big stuff..family picnic for memorial day...this year you wont be here Mom and we all will miss you, instead we celebrate our memories of you..paradise is enriched..you are home..God bless..until we meet again..your daughter
Debbie Sokol
December 30, 2011
Anna, Maya and Avery, you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this sad time. Your mom/grandma was such a sweet woman with a heart of gold. I see where you each have received your special qualities. We will not forget the graciousness she showed to Danny and myself. Debbie and Danny
Crystal Shotwell
December 30, 2011
I will always remember Mother Solomon for her kind spirit. Every choir rehearsal, she would make a point to tell me hello and, at times, lean over and whisper something funny to me. What a lovely soul! To the family, you are in our prayers during this difficult time. Let the Lord be your strength. As the sun shines through my window, I will always consider the rays to be that genuine smile from Mother Solomon. We will miss you!
Mount Calvary Baptist Church Music Ministry
December 30, 2011
To the Family of Mother Elouise Solomon
We were saddened to hear of Mother Solomon's passing. We carry nothing but wonderful memories of her as she served in our Music Ministry. Her smile, encouragement, and passion for music and worship will certainly be missed.
We know "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" yet with her passing there is a great loss or void from our everyday walk here on earth.
Our prayers are with the entire family as you face today and the days to come. Trust in God through this difficult time. He has not left you nor forgotten about you. He wants to heal you even right now - - everywhere you hurt.
“If you miss her from singing down here, and you can't find her nowhere; come on up to bright glory, she'll be singing up there”.
We are praying for you and if we can be of further personal service, please do not hesitate to call us.
Rhoden Memorial Home
December 30, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Roberta Nelson - THOTL
December 29, 2011
To The Willams,Solomon Families,
May your memories bring you comfort...
As you look back on a life filled with LOVE. May the Peace of God's Grace continue to be with ALL of you.
linda dawkins
December 29, 2011
to the gough & solomon family, my deepest sympathy to your family in your loss. mrs.solomon and i work together at 10-10 hawkins when i was in high school.her and mrs.kelley,mrs.jonhson were the most nicest ladies i ever met. god bless you and keep you.
Michelle Jones
December 29, 2011
To the Solomon family, May God be with you all. May you all know that you are never alone.I am so certain that Mtr. Solomon understood that in the many times that I visited her in the hospital. Her smile and the hope within the smile. She will be missed, but it is the memories that I will cherish. Blessings of strength and peace.
Gina Boyer
December 29, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Shelly Randolph
December 29, 2011
A truly beautiful woman inside and out. I will definitely miss her and always remember her kind and loving heart.
December 29, 2011
Our Prayers go out to the Family for your loss.Clarance@Betty Lou Williams
December 29, 2011
With deepest sympathy to my family. My prayers are with you. I will miss her (Mom) very much. I will always remember the good time we shared.
Love,
Susie...
Toni Brown
December 29, 2011
My heart goes out to the whole family. Ricki Im so so sorry for your lose, I know what its like to loose a mother; a part of you goes with her. Remember the love and lesson she gave and taught. Be encouraged and know that God is in control and all is well now!!! Love you!! Toni B.
Annie Graham
December 29, 2011
To the Family of Mrs. Solomon. May you find strength, peace, and comfort in your memories. With Sympathy.
John and Cynthia Taylor
December 29, 2011
To the Gough Family, We are very sorry for your loss, and you are in our prayers.
Kim Gough
December 28, 2011
Our Prayers go out to the Solomon,Williams,Gough,and Bell Family. May God Bless You and Keep You Mrs. Eloise. We Love You.
The Elton, Gough, Perkins, and Taylor Family
Marion Jenkins-Bolar
December 28, 2011
I have so many fond memories of Mother Solomon. The Mt. Calvary Choir was our meeting place for several years in the alto section. I loved her smile and her spirit. May you take comfort in the fact that you will see her again.
Clarice Brown
December 28, 2011
My Condolences and Prayers to Anna Gough and the rest of Mother Soloman family. Peace & Blessing: Clarice Brown(Kent, Oh)
December 28, 2011
To the entire family of Elouise and granddaughters Kia Strickling and Kimberly Faison
There are times when words seem useless. Do know that my family and I are mourning with you. We each have a favorite memory of this matriarch=Elouise Soloman. We love you and pray for THE COMFORTER'S gentle touch on your hearts and minds. Juanita Giles and family.
Lillie Reed Crosby
December 28, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one may God embrace each and everyone of you during this time and ease the pain as the days go by.
Alber Jean Seward Bell
December 28, 2011
To the dear family of Mrs.Elouise,
May you take comfort in knowing that you will see her again. We loved her too.
Prayerfully Yours,
Aunt Jean, Kim and Kavonne
December 28, 2011
To the family, you are in our prayers. Sorry we can't make it.
Ethel & Carol Bloom
Traci Vaughn-Person
December 28, 2011
My prayers and condolences go out to the family. Mrs. Solomon was faithful servant of the Lord with a geniune heart. I enjoyed singing with her in the choir. God bless you during this time and always.
Maryann Johnson
December 28, 2011
To the family and many friends of Ms. Elouise Solomon: Cry if you want to.
Jesus began to weep. John 11:35. My prayers are with you. Your mother is resting in peace. God Bless the family and friends.
December 28, 2011
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD which made Heaven and EARTH. Ms. Elouise was a dear friend of my parents. She was always so kind and loving. She is resting in peace. God Bless
Beverly A. Kelley & Family
Sheryl R. Lamb-Davis
December 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shirley Washington
December 28, 2011
Truly heaven has reclaimed a true loving lady. We've always called her "Mrs. Gough" from the days of childcare at 10-10 Nursery in 1971 when we first moved to Akron. She blessed our family over the years and remained a loving support to us. We will surely hold her memories dear.
May God grant you peace and strength as you go through this time of loss.
Linda Duckworth
December 27, 2011
To the family: May you find strenght and comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace Miss Eloise.
Mary Duncan, Linda Duckworth and Brenda Dickerson
MONTY & KAREN JOHNSON
December 27, 2011
May God Bless you all at this difficult time. We're praying for you all.
God Bless!
Rev Gerald/Nicy Jackson
December 27, 2011
Our prayers are for your strength during this time of sorrow. We love you all. Rev Gerald & Nicy Jackson and family
December 27, 2011
We pray for God's strength for the family as you reflect, remember, and share in this time of mother Solomon's homegoing to be with our Lord. Rev & Sis Gerald Jackson & family
KIMBERLY FAISON
December 27, 2011
GRANDMA...YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED...MY MEMORIES WILL LIVE ON WITH YOU FOREVER..THE YARD SALES...MY HIGH SCHOOL YEARS LIVING WITH YOU...GOING TO SUNDAY SCHOOL WITH YOU...TALKING ON THE PHONE WITH YOU AND SO ON...IM HURTING SO BAD BUT IM HAPPY THAT ALL YOUR PAIN AND SUFFERING IS GONE..LOVE YOU GRANDMA ALWAYS YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER
JAMES & MARGARET ROBERTS
December 26, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Arnold, Pamela, Melea & Dominique Robertson
December 26, 2011
Mom, Ricky, Neesy, Ria & Jeannie...May God give our family strength and peace for the loss of our matriarch. Grandma...we will miss you but your spirit will live on!
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