Obituaries

Dec 7, 2020

Raymond E. Purifory was born in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Raymond Louis Purifory and Flora Mae Hopson Purifory on January 7, 1953.

He attended Thomad A. Edison High School in Philadelphia. After high school, he worked for Smith Edwards Dunlap Printing Company, and then for Watermark Logan Square East until he retired in 2016.

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Nov 25, 2020

James M. Washington -Thomas passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Please keep his family in prayer.

Nov 22, 2020

Dear family, friend and guest,

Jacqueline Satterwhite Richardson Lee, daughter of Getter Mitchell and Emma Daisy Satterwhite Departed this life November 22, 2020 peacefully in her home.

She was the only child born on April 3, 1949 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jacqueline attended Benedict College from 1966-1969. She earned her Bachelor's Degree during June...

Oct 28, 2020

Terrell Woodrow Coley passed October 28, 2020. He was 36 years old. Terrell will be greatly missed by his Daughter, Shaina McCullough, Grandson, and a host of Family & Friends.

Please keep the family in Prayer.

Oct 27, 2020

William Edward Washington Sr. was also affectionally known as "Smokey" to many. William was born on August 21, 1944 in Onancock, VA to Norman Chandler, and Dorothy Washington Bassett. William departed this life on October 27, 2020.

In October 2019 William Sr. was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in which he fought to the end. He gave a...

Oct 25, 2020

Deborah Benson James affectionately known as "Debbie" was born on September 29, 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Louis W. Benson and Delores Benson Poplar. Debbie received a formal education in the Philadelphia Catholic school system. After receiving her education she worked in Health Care. Debbie later left the health care industry working for a company name Bakers....

Oct 20, 2020

Robert Tomlin Jr. was born to Robert Tomlin Sr. and Rosalee Carmichael in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  He received his education from Germantown High School. After graduation he spent a brief time in the United States Army.

Robert's early years produced two son's from a previous marriage Lamont "Monty" Tomlin and Robert "Little Junior" Tomlin III.  Throughout most of...

Oct 5, 2020

Ronald Vernon Duncan Sr. was born October 16th, 1969, in Alexandria, Virginia, and raised in Philadelphia. Ronald attended Simon Gratz School. He was a Big Pittsburgh Steelers Fan.

Ronald has four sons, Johnathon Simmons, Ronald Vernon Duncan Jr. Tyrone Duncan, and Justin Simmons.

Ronald did a lot of odd jobs throughout his life. He was...

Oct 4, 2020

Nanuel Moyano, passed away October 4, 2020. Nanuel was 76 years old. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Nanuel Moyano's full Obituary will be updated at a later date.

Please keep his family and friends in Prayer.

Sep 28, 2020

We come together to celebrate the life of Brishaun Lamar Hall, affectionately known to his friends as "BL".  Brishaun was born to on February 16, 1999 in Philadelphia, P.A. to Angel Williams and Brian Hall.

Briashaun was a very loving and affectionate child.  He graduated from Overbook High School in West Philadelphia with one of his best...

Sep 11, 2020

Larry Ealey was born on April 5, 1953 in Philadelphia, PA. Larry was the fourth of seven children born to the union of the late Robert H. Ealey and Isabelle Harrison.

Larry was educated in the Philadelphia School District. Larry served a brief stint in the United States Navy.

Larry held various jobs throughout his...

Sep 9, 2020

Dorothy Carolyn Mercedes Sample was born to Reverend William A. and Mamie Wylie Sample on January 4, 1931, in Birmingham, Alabama. She was the youngest of four children. Her siblings June, Wylie, and Willette all preceded Dorothy in death.

Dorothy grew up all over the South, living wherever her father pastored. Dorothy was educated in various schools,...

Aug 27, 2020

Anthony Clinton Caine the first-born child of Dorothy Caine, was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 9, 1954. He was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System. Anthony graduated from West Philadelphia High School in the year of 1973. Anthony was married to Patricia Jackson in the year of 1974. Together they had one daughter; Thais Caine.

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Aug 2, 2020

We are gathered here today to reflect on the life of Glenford Carthy, a man of solitude and humility whom God called for saying, "It's time to come home, my son".

Born in St. Margaret's Bay of Portland Jamaica to the parents of Rudolthy Thompson and Norval Carthy, to which he was the fifth of eight children....

Jul 15, 2020

Pokcha Kim Norman was born April 6, 1932 to the Kim family in Lumnung-gun, Kyongsang Pukto, South Korea. On July 15, 2020, she gained her angel wings as her final days were spent surrounded by family and love. Pokcha loved sharing her cultural knowledge and taught many of her family members how to make traditional foods. Pocka also was...

Jul 11, 2020

There once was a queen named Barbara T. Marks.  She was born on August 26, 1947 on to the loving arms of the late Great Earle and Edwina Marks.  Hand Chosen, hand selected, and hand picked by God, This queen was no ordinary child.  She loved being a leader amongst  her friends and playmates.  She had a very vibrant ...

Jul 2, 2020

Terrance Holmes was born on July 27, 1960 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Ricard Antrom and Fannie Holmes. Terrance affectionately know as Terry accepted Christ at an early age. He was baptized at Calvery Baptist Church. Terry received his education in the Philadelphia Public School System. He graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School. He continued his education in...

Jun 23, 2020

Donald James Smalls Sr. departed his life of Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Mercy Catholic Medical Center in Philadelphia. He was born on April 11, 1937 to the late Elijah and Elvira Smalls. He was the third (twin) born of six children. Donald received his education from the Philadelphia School District. He was affectionately known by his friends as...

Jun 16, 2020

Mark S. Hogge passed away June16, 2020. Mark was known for his handy man skills. He will be greatly missed.

Please keep his family and friends in prayer.

Jun 15, 2020

Rachel Michelle Brown  was born on September 7, 1976 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania to the late Elizabeth Brown and Charles Bagwell.

Although Rachel received her formal education through the Philadelphia School System, she earned her high school diploma in Job Corp of Virginia.

Rachel then went to the Advance Career Training School in Upper Darby, Pa....