OBITUARIES

Laura Mae Woodson Pittman

Laura Mae Woodson Pittman

Aug 26, 2023

Reverend LAURA MAE WOODSON PITTMAN, affectionately known as Laura Mae and lovingly known as Nana, was born on May 19, 1945. She was one of twelve children born to the late Jethro William Woodson Sr. and Rosa Lee (McCoy) Woodson.

  Laura Mae graduated from Milton Area Senior High School in 1963, where she served as the class secretary. She...

Winifred Ann Banks

Winifred Ann Banks

Aug 21, 2023

Winifred Ann Banks departed this life on August 21, 2023 at the age of 97, she was born in Lancaster, PA. Mrs. Banks was preceded in death by her husband Alexander Banks, her Mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Roosevelt Motes, her son Thomas Motes who she doted over, her daughter Lorraine Motes both of Harrisburg, PA and her sister...

Damieon Zyrell Boatright-Morrison

Damieon Zyrell Boatright-Morrison

Aug 14, 2023

Harrisburg, PA - Damieon Zyrell Boatright-Morrison, born on November 24, 2010, received his wings on August 14, 2023, at the young age of 12. Damieon, a beloved son, brother, and student, left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

 

Born and raised in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Damieon captured the hearts of his family and friends with...

Hudson Ali

Hudson Ali

Aug 13, 2023

Hudson "Hassan" Ali was born on August 8, 1951 in Teaneck, NJ, to Mokdh and Hortense Ali. to Mokdh and Hortense Ali. 

 

In 1969, Hudson graduated from John F. Kennedy High School  and then entered the United States Marines Corps. His employment just prior to retirement was as a Forklift Operator for Eastern Consolidation & Distribution Service, Inc in...

Matthew Turnage

Matthew Turnage

Aug 11, 2023

Matthew Turnage, the first-born son of seven siblings, was born to the late Idell & Lonie Turnage on November 22, 1933, in Halifax N.C.  He is preceded in death by his brothers, Odell and Garland Turnage, and sisters Frances Nicholson and Jane Ellen Turnage. 

 

Matthew Turnage received his early education in Halifax, NC.  He attended Inborden High School.  Matthew...

Felicia Lorene Landon

Felicia Lorene Landon

Aug 5, 2023

Felicia Lorene Landon, affectionately known as “Sissy”, 68 years of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully on Saturday, August 5, 2023. Sissy was born on Friday, February 25, 1955, to the late Ezell Monts and Alice Talley-Monts. A 1973 graduate of John Harris High School, “Go Pioneers”! Where she was head of the Black Student Union & Student Government, not just in...

Esther Edwards-Beckham

Esther Edwards-Beckham

Aug 3, 2023

On August 3, 2023, Esther Edwards-Beckham passed from this life. Esther was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 15, 1932, to the late James and Eunice Edwards.

  The strength in which she dealt with the challenges of life came from her lineage tracing back to her great - grandmother, Nancy Winslow Robinson Childs, who she affectionately called "Grandma Chiles,"...

Alexander Thompson

Alexander Thompson

Jul 30, 2023

Alexander Thompson, a respected and admired individual known for his dedication to the medical field, has passed away at the age of 86. Alexander was born on March 31, 1937, in Creedmoor, North Carolina to his loving parents, Frank Thompson and Maude Bullock.Throughout his life's journey, Alexander had a strong passion for healthcare and devoted himself to helping others. After...

Ernest L. Brathwaite

Ernest L. Brathwaite

Jul 28, 2023

Ernest “Ernie” Brathwaite passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 28, 2023, at the age of 54 years old in Harrisburg, PA where he resided.

 

Ernie is preceded in death by his Father Joseph T. Brathwaite, Sr., Maternal Grandparents, Roy & Lucy Cheatham, Paternal Grandparents, Evans & Justina Brathwaite and Stepfather, George Brown.

 

Ernie was born on July 21,...

Karen L. Jones

Karen L. Jones

Jul 25, 2023

Karen LaSchel Smith Jones, passed away unexpectedly on July 25, 2023. She was only 59 years old. Her family is deeply saddened by her sudden death. Karen was born on May 16, 1964.

Karen is survived by her son Kyle Daniel Jones of Harrisburg, PA; her mother Berneta W. Smith of Harrisburg, PA; sister Kiffinee Smith of Winston-Salem, NC; Aunt...

Cassandra Marie Scales

Cassandra Marie Scales

Jul 23, 2023

Cassandra Marie Scales, 65, of Harrisburg, transitioned on July 27, 2023. Born on October 8, 1957, in Brooklyn, New York, she became a beloved resident of Harrisburg in 1980 and made it her home. Cassandra found great joy and fulfillment in her career as a Clerk III at PennDOT at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

 

Cassandra leaves behind cherished memories...

Marcus Arthur Thomas Jr.

Marcus Arthur Thomas Jr.

Jul 18, 2023

Dr. Marcus Arthur Thomas Jr., a renowned Herbalist in the medical field, passed away on July 18, 2023, at the age of 78. He was born on November 14, 1945, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Marcus Thomas Sr. and Lula McMorris.

  Dr. Thomas dedicated his life to the practice of herbal medicine, making significant contributions to the field...

Brendelle M. Dotson

Brendelle M. Dotson

Jul 16, 2023

Brendelle Marie Dotson, 34,  known as “Belle” was born on March 16, 1989, in Harrisburg, PA,  to Ann Dotson and the late Roosevelt Mills.

  Belle was educated in the Harrisburg School District. She had recently moved to Pittsburgh, PA, where she was employed as a home health aide. Belle was a poet, she loved writing and was the life...

Cynthia M. Mckusick

Cynthia M. Mckusick

Jul 12, 2023

Cynthia “Cindy” Mckusick, 70, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2023, at Holy Spirit Hospital, in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Cindy was born on June 4, 1953 in Norfolk, NE, to Gordon and Gladys Moritz. 

  Cindy was preceded in death by her parents Gordon and Gladys Moritz, as well as her brother-in-law Gary Nielsen.

  Cindy graduated from Norfolk High...

Keith E. Lawson

Keith E. Lawson

Jul 8, 2023

Keith Eric Lawson, 62 of Oberlin, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully on Saturday, July 8th 2023. Keith was born in Harrisburg, PA and the son of Roosevelt Lawson Jr. and the late Sharon Ann Lawson. Keith graduated from Vo-Tech School where he went on to pursue a career in the trade of plumbing. Keith became one of Harrisburg’s first well-known Black Entrepreneur...

Nei-Jour Sayir Gabriel Gray

Nei-Jour Sayir Gabriel Gray

Jul 5, 2023

Nei-Jour Sayir Gabriel Gray was born on July 4, 2023, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved child of Ma-Asia Vaughn and Kermar Gray.

  Nei-Jour's time with us was brief, but his impact on those around him was immeasurable. Despite the sadness that accompanies a life cut short, we remember Nei-Jour with love and fondness for the joy he...

William Edward Smith Sr.

William Edward Smith Sr.

Jul 4, 2023

"Papa was a rolling stone.". William Smith, affectionately known as "Pud," son of the late Dorothy Lynn Byers-Butler was born Thursday, Dec 31, 1942, in Los Angeles, California. Pud was educated in the Carlisle and Cumberland Valley School District of Pennsylvania. After serving in the United States Army (Vietnam) from 1961-1967, he relocated to Seattle, Washington, in 1963, where he...

Timothy A. Tabor

Timothy A. Tabor

Jul 4, 2023

Timothy A. Tabor, 69, passed away on Tuesday July 4, 2023 at home with his family in his favorite room, the music room, surrounded by his vintage vinyl collection. Born July 23, 1953 in Warren, Ohio, Tim is the son of Bessie Jane Williams Tabor and Louie Tabor Sr.

 

Preceding Tim in death are his parents; three brothers, Louie...

Zahir Xavier Zebe Roberts-Diggs

Zahir Xavier Zebe Roberts-Diggs

Jun 30, 2023

Zahir Xavier Zebe Roberts-Diggs, born on June 30, 2023, in the enchanting city of Hershey, Pennsylvania, he bid farewell to this world on that very same day. His time with us might have been fleeting, but the impact he left behind will resonate for eternity. 

  Zahir Xavier Zebe was a precious soul who brought joy and happiness to all...

Brittany Diane Wright

Brittany Diane Wright

Jun 25, 2023

Brittany Diane Wright, 33, affectionately known as “Britt” or “Britt-Britt” was born on May 9, 1990, in Harrisburg, PA departed from her loved ones at home on June 25, 2023. 

Born at Polyclinic hospital, daughter of Timika D. Wright and Kemo Davenport Sr, raised by her mother and Michael Bethea. Brittany was a Graduate of Harrisburg High School class of...