Ernest Leon Harper Obituary
The family of Ernest Leon Harper (Akron, Ohio) announces his passing on August 7, 2026. Ernest, born on July 8, 1951 in Oak Hill, West Virginia, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ernest Leon Harper or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Sarah, Will Harper, Archie and Fary Corbett; his parents, Rachel E. Harper and Will Harper Jr.; and his sisters, Faye Mays, Marilyn Whitehead and Clarissa Banks.
He is survived by: his sons, Ernest Bailey, Chris Williams (LaToyia), Arin Harper, Kevin Harper and Brandon Harper (Cierra); and his siblings, Antoinette Ford (Samuel), Stephanie Fain-Jones, Deborah Hannah, Minni Connalley, Joyce Beckett, Archie Harper, Willie Harper Sr., Mark Harper (Patty), Thomas Harper Sr. (Tammy), Lawrence Fry (Wendy) and Clarence Banks. He is also survived by his grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
