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Rhonda Danielle Spaulding was born on August 31, 1967, to John A. & Alma Spaulding in Akron Ohio. She passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer at the age of 58 surrounded by family.
Rhonda was a strong and resilient person. She faced life's challenges with courage, grace, and determination. Her strength inspired those around her, and her unwavering spirit left a lasting impression on everyone to know her. She enjoyed cooking for family and friends, bringing people together through good food, and laughter. Known for her honesty and straightforward nature, Rhonda always told it like it was, and those who knew her appreciated her sincerity and authenticity. She loved listening to music, sharing laughs, and making memories with the people around her. She will be deeply missed.
Rhonda is preceded in death by her mother Alma Marie (Hill) Spaulding, Maternal Grandparents Joshua P. Hill, and Martha Hill (Charlie) Carter, Paternal Grandparents Sarah (Ray) & John T. Spaulding, sister-in-law Bobbie Long, and a host of uncles, aunties, and cousins.
Rhonda's memory will live on in the hearts of her children, Charliese, Enjoli and Jordan Spaulding; grandchildren Briana & Rico Busic, Serenity & Enjoli Spaulding, Zaria Clark, Jordan Jr., Jaizon, Kalese, Kamerio, Khalil & Kyrie Spaulding, Cali Rosenthal; great-grandchildren Rrieya & Azir Brown; Father, John A. Spaulding (Lori) Monroe-Spaulding; Siblings John, Dino & Khadija Spaulding, Ahmad Spaulding (Latoria) Weaver- Spaulding, John French, Adrian & Roman Monroe.
The family of Rhonda D. Spaulding wishes to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who has shown us so much love, compassion, and support during this time of great loss. Whatever you have done to comfort our hearts, whether through your prayers, comforting messages, acts of kindness, expressions of sympathy, or other thoughtful gestures, we are deeply grateful. Your love, concern, and support have been a source of strength and comfort to our family. We sincerely thank each of you for keeping us in your thoughts and prayers.
With deepest appreciation, The Family of Rhonda D. Spaulding
Family and friends are invited to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Friday, July 24th, 11:00 a.m. Visitation, 12 Noon Service.
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Friday, July 24, 2026
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Friday, July 24, 2026
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