Obituaries

Nov 1, 2024

Ivy Maria English-Jones, born on August 14, 1970, was a shining example of determination and love who touched the lives of everyone around her. She was preceded in death by her wonderful parents, Joyce P. English-Hatcher and Walter Mac, who provided her with unwavering support throughout her life. Ivy grew up in Philadelphia Pa , specifically on Perth Street...

Oct 29, 2024

Cynthia M. Elliott was born to the late Edna Elliott and Frank Elliott Jr. on July 19, 1958. She was called home on October 29, 2024. Cynthia attended St. Vincent De Paul School, graduated from Cardinal Dougherty High School, and furthered her education at Temple University.

Cynthia worked at GE Capital, Drexel College, and Human Good. She...

Oct 21, 2024

Life Story: Annie Clay Perry

Annie Clay Perry was born September 22, 1959, to the late Willie James Brooks Sr. and Richardine Brooks. Annie departed this life on October 21, 2024. She was educated in the Philadelphia, Pa. School District and raised in North Philadelphia with her two brothers, Anthony (Tony) Brooks and Willie Brooks Jr. Annie...

Oct 1, 2024

LENNOX'S JOURNEY

On May 19th, 1957 Whydah District, St. Margaret's Bay, in the beautiful parish of Portland, located on Jamaica's East Coast, welcomed Lennox Washington Carty, a baby boy born to Rudolthy Otto and Norval Carty. From the unions of both parents he had a total of fourteen siblings. At the age of 6 his parents separated...

Oct 1, 2024

For I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good

fight; I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:6-7

Mr. Otis Battle, son of the late Alex and Christianna Burgess Battle, was born in Halifax, North Carolina on December...

Sep 27, 2024

Obituary

Kathleen Johnson

Kathleen Pierce was born on February 14, 1946, to Manley C. Pierce and Margaret H. Pierce in Philadelphia, pa. She was the oldest of five children. She grew up in that household until the age of 14 years. Kathleen then moved into the home of her grandmother in Southern Philadelphia suburb of...

Sep 12, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Robert Edward Broughton. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 23, 2024

Sidney Hamilton Malloy

Sidney Hamilton Malloy was born on June 28, 1971, to Sidney Demby and Wanda Malloy, he departed this life on August 23, 2024. Sidney received his early education at the Wilmington Public Schools and graduated from John Dickerson High School. Sidney loved all sports; his favorite was football, and he loved the Philadelphia Eagles....

Aug 18, 2024

Erma's obituary:

Erma Lee (Sally) Ellis was born on March 15, 1940 in Clarksdale, MS to her loving parents Curtis and Essie Ellis. Six children were born from this union and Erma was the 4th child. Erma's parents, two brothers Curtis Ellis Jr. and Floyd Stevie Ellis, sisters Earlene Washington, Bernice Megginson, and Mattie Brownlow, sons Antonio...

Aug 18, 2024

Linda Carol Terry was born on May 6, 1949 to the late Anna Terry & Claude Lightening.Linda was born and raised in Philadelphia Pa where she also recieved her education. Linda spent most of her adult life as a dedicated homemaker to her family.

Everyone Loved Linda. She would help anyone she could. Her heart and her...

Aug 2, 2024

The Life Story of Thomas Belcher

Thomas was born in Philadelphia Pa on November 20 th , 1948 to the late Leroy and Annie Ryans. Thomas was known as Peter/Pete. He received his education in the Philadelphia school system. Pete got his nickname from his late uncle Albert who nick named every family member for a specific...

Jul 30, 2024

Life Story

Deborah Battles affectionately known as Aunt Deb was born January 26,1958 at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Cassie Lee Scantling and Jake Gilyard. Debbie was blessed to be loved and nurtured throughout her years by her dad Ellis Matthews -Elbow (deceased). Deborah was educated in The Philadelphia Public School System, Deborah obtained...

Jul 15, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for Mirenda Marcella Wilson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 15, 2024

The Life Story of Lagenza Junious

Lagenza Junious was born in Welch, West Virginia on September 27,1953 to the late Henry Sr. and Nella Junious. Lagenza was also known as Lake. Lagenza received his education in the Philadelphia School System. After graduating high school Lagenza went into the Marine Corp for three years. In 1979 he met...

Jul 15, 2024

Dwight R. Ebron was born January 4, 1960 to Delores Ebron & David Ebron Dwight was the 2nd oldest of 8 children. Dwight received his Education in Philadelphia School district where he attended Meade & Kene school.

As young boy he loved to Shine shoes to make money. He also loved to dance & sing and travel...

Jun 25, 2024

Life Story of Rosemary (Montague) McCants

Rosemary (Montague) McCants was born on January 23, 1941, to Katherine and Earl Montague. Rosemary was the middle child amongst her older sister Earline (Toots) Montague, and her younger sister Diane Montague. Rosemary, and her sisters, at a very early age, endured the passing of their mother (Katherine), when she was...

Jun 10, 2024

HER LIFE STORY

On May 15, 1994, after a day of celebrating her intended arrival (baby shower) and thirty-nine hours of labor, Domonique Nate' McGhee was born to Sheree Singleton and Nathaniel McGhee, Jr. Her beauty was no surprise, and her early energy kept her mother on her toes. She was a blessing to have a first-born...

May 19, 2024

JOYCE HANKINS- RADFORD 12/5/60 – 5/19/24 Joyce, affectionately known as "Trip" was born on December 5 th , 1960, in Philadelphia, PA., to the late George L. Hankins and Alice Hankins Tillman. Joyce was the one who validated the name "trip" because she was the third sister of a triple birth. She and her two sisters (Jackie and Joan)...

May 18, 2024

Qaadir, age 22, unexpectedly passed away May 18 th of 2024. He was born in University of Pennsylvania on a lovely morning of November 14 th , 2001. He was born to Wydia Becoat and Anthony Cheeks. He was a 2020 graduate of Hardy Williams Academy Charter School, where he attended from kindergarten to 12 th grade. He attended...

May 15, 2024

Tawfiqah was educated through the Philadelphia School System. After graduating from high school, she enrolled at Temple University College of Philadelphia. Tawfiqah received her Master's Degree in Social Work.

Tawfiqah worked at Intercommunity Action Inc. (INTERAC) doing Social Work. After two years of working at Intercommunity Action Inc, Tawfiqah became ill.

Even though she had...