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Randolph Covey

Randolph Covey

May 13, 2020

Randolph Covey passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020. He was 84 years old.

Randolph Obituary will be updated at a later date.

Randolph Covey also known as Randy was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 18,1935 to the late Ella and Elwood Covey. Randy was the youngest of his 3 siblings. He transitioned from this...

Irvine E. Young Jr.

Irvine E. Young Jr.

May 6, 2020

Irvine E. Young Jr. passed away on Wednesday May 6, 2020. He was 60 years old. Irvine was known for being an Eagles Fan! Irvine will be greatly missed as he fly high.

Irvine E. Young Jr. full Obituary will be updated at a later date. Please keep the family in Prayer.

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James Jamal Jones

James Jamal Jones

May 3, 2020

James Jamal Jones passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2020. James was 48 years old. He loved sports especially the New England Patriots. James will be greatly missed by many.

James Jamal Jones full Obituary will be updated at a later date. Please keep the family in prayer.

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Geraldine Young

Geraldine Young

Apr 30, 2020

Geraldine Young passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. She was 61years old. Geraldine was known for her cheerful & vibrant spirit. She was known for her favorite quote "Won't He Do it".

Geraldine loved the Lord, and would often ask her children to share scripture to her, and her friends. Geraldine will truly be missed. Please...

Glissed Vazquez

Glissed Vazquez

Apr 14, 2020

Glissed Vazquez was called to eternal life with her Lord and Savior on, Tuesday, April 14, 2020. She was 54 years old. Glissed also known as Lisa, loved life, giving and caring for others. One of her many loves, was the love for Jesus, and her family. On her leisure time you could catch Lisa listening to Salsa music,...

Dauwn Daniell Ford

Dauwn Daniell Ford

Apr 7, 2020

She is Dauwn

She didn't pretend to be nice, because she was genuinely kind. She was a loyal friend who'd never abandon the people she loved. Dauwn was someone who was willing to sacrifice for other people's sake. She was a mighty guardian who'd do anything for her family and friends.

Dauwn will be truly...

Sandra Elizabeth Williams

Sandra Elizabeth Williams

Apr 7, 2020

Sandra Elizabeth Williams passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020. She leaves to mourn family & friends who loved her dearly. Due to the current circumstances of the Pandemic, the family has decided to hold a Memorial at a later date. Please keep the family in your prayers.

Paul N. Seldon

Paul N. Seldon

Mar 31, 2020

Paul N. Seldon was born on May 11, 1940, in Philadelphia, PA. to Nathaniel and Mary Seldon. He was educated in the Philadelphia School District.

His past time was Western movies, and Horse racing, while enjoying Butter Pecan Ice cream, and Jelly Krimpets.

Forever in our Hearts, his children, grandchildren, and great-grand children.

Wayne Edward Watkins

Wayne Edward Watkins

Mar 24, 2020

Sifu "Wayne Edward Watkins" was born on June 1, 1952 at the Philadelphia General Hospital. Wayne an only child was born to the late (mother) Edith Watkins and (Father) Edward Smith. Wayne grew up in Philadelphia , Germantown area Uptown, Brickyard. He attended school in North Philadelphia and Uptown, graduating from Germantown High School in 1970. Wayne continued his...

Norman Lassiter

Norman Lassiter

Mar 14, 2020

Norman Lassiter passed away Saturday, March 14, 2020. Norman was 92 years old, and loved life. He demonstrated an unselfish act by serving in the Navy. Norman will be missed by his family and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2020, Viewing 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Service 11:00 am, at Nicole M. Bartlett...

Harvie Mae Sanders

Harvie Mae Sanders

Mar 3, 2020

Harvie "Mae" Bell Sanders, affectionately known as "Mommy", was born on June 10th, 1932 in Barbour Co., Alabama. She was called home to glory on March 3rd, 2020 at Doylestown Hospital in Doylestown, PA.  She was a resident at Neshaminy Manor for many years.

As a young child, her family migrated to Philadelphia, PA. Harvie Mae was...

Leonard Sanders

Leonard Sanders

Feb 18, 2020

Leonard Sanders On Tuesday Morning, February 18, 2020, God Almighty, in His infinite wisdom, lovingly called His servant, Leonard Sanders home to rest.

Leonard Sanders was born March 19,1943 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

He was the son of the late Ermadine and Elbert Sanders.

Leonard received his education in the Philadelphia School System. Later...

Sharlise Whiting

Sharlise Whiting

Feb 18, 2020

On February 18, 2020 God's Angel reached down and cradled into his arms Sharlise Whiting. Sharlise, one of four children was born on September 7, 1955, in Philadelphia, PA. to the late Leon Moor Sr. and Tina Whiting. Sharlise was educated in the Philadelphia School System. She held several jobs until she landed her dream job as a Philadelphia...

Sydney G. Millwood

Sydney G. Millwood

Feb 10, 2020

Sydney G. Millwood  was born March 20, 1933 in Constant Spring / Kingston Jamaica W.I. He was the only child of Adriana Louise Walters Millwood and Herman Augustus Millwood.

Sydney attended Swallowfield Primary School in St. Andrew, and at an early age he became the church organist for Mamby Park Baptist Church.

At the age...

Robert Ricardo-Eschol Evans Iii

Robert Ricardo-Eschol Evans Iii

Jan 25, 2020

Our Beloved son, "Robert R. Evans III", was tragically killed by a hit and run driver on the 5900 North Broad Street at 12:38 am on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Robert accepted his savior the Lord Jesus Christ at a young age under the pastorage of Pastor James Hall of Triumph Baptist Church and later years under Bishop K.L....

Christine Dow

Christine Dow

Jan 20, 2020

Christine Dow was born on November 6, 1937 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ollie and Mary Jane Ford in Sumter, South Carolina. She was educated in the South Carolina School District, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, the late Leon Dow on June 22, 1959. Once they were marred they settled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as...

Inez Williams

Inez Williams

Jan 12, 2020

In Loving Memory Elizabeth "Inez" Williams. Home going January 12, 2020 Elizabeth better known as Inez, died peacefully at the age of 95 on Sunday, January 12, 2020. She was one of eight children - Charles Melvin, Babe, Lionel, Robert, Christine and Lucille - born to Robert and Odis Williams in Monroe, Georgia.

Inez relocated to New...

Michael Eugene Odom

Michael Eugene Odom

Nov 17, 2019

Michael Eugene Odom passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019. He was 49 years old. Michael was a very loving and straight forward person. He was a father & friend to many. Michael will truly be missed. A Funeral Service of Love will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, 230 W. Coulter Street, Philadelphia,...

Esmerelda Pitre

Esmerelda Pitre

Sep 17, 2019

Esmerelda Pitre passed away September 17, 2019. She was 79 years old, and the Matriarch of her family. Esmerelda enjoyed sewing. She was a selfless person and a mother to many. Esmerelda will be greatly missed. A Service of Celebration will be held at Jesus Bread of Life Cemetery, 3055 Fostertown Rd Mt. Laurel Township, N.J. 08054, on September...

Marion Morton

Marion Morton

Sep 8, 2019

,Marion D, Morton affectionately known to all that loved her as "Gram," was born on June 29, 1928 to the late William Dennis, and Clementine Cane. She received her formal education from the Philadelphia school system where she graduated from Roxborough High School in 1946. One of only three African American graduates along with Mildred Durham (Ms. Benn) and...

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