OBITUARIES

Merlie E. Poles

Merlie E. Poles

Aug 3, 2024

Merlie Elaine Poles, born on January 27, 1923, to the late Laura Taylor, was a devoted servant of God, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew her. 

Merlie was a pillar of strength in her family and community, known for her warm heart, radiant smile,...

Donald L. Bailey

Donald L. Bailey

Aug 1, 2024

Donald Lee Bailey, 68, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away on August 1, 2024. He was the son of Lewis Bailey and Wilbert Lee Bailey, a Harrisburg High School Class of 1974 graduate, and a 1979 Tulane University in New Orleans, LA graduate earning his Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration. 

He began his career as a structural designer at Mobil Oil Co....

Jane C. Reeves

Jane C. Reeves

Jul 19, 2024

Jane Celeste Davis Reeves departed this life on Friday, July 19, 2024. Jane was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on January 2, 1930, to Reverend George E. Davis and Anita Amelia Davis. She moved to Harrisburg, PA, in June 1951 when her father was called to pastor at Mitchell Memorial United Methodist Church. 

Jane graduated Cum Laude from the HBCU Storer College...

Marva Jean Queen

Marva Jean Queen

Jul 18, 2024

Marva Jean Queen, daughter of the late James Queen and the late Dorothy Weatherly, was born on December 20, 1951, in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Marva graduated from Altoona Area High School in 1969 and fulfilled her dream of becoming a nurse, earning her Nursing Degree from the Harrisburg-Steelton Highspire Vo-Tech Program of Practical Nursing in 1983. She dedicated many years of...

Loretta Turner

Loretta Turner

Jul 17, 2024

Loretta A. Turner, 66, of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on July 17, 2024. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Loretta was born and raised in Harrisburg, PA.

Loretta leaves behind her three sons, Louis, Ray, and Mark (Auzsha) Turner; four brothers, Stephen, Douglas, Sammy Vaughan and Lawrence Love (Petri); one sister, Jemille Vaughan; and seven grandchildren, Meilani, Steven III, Naomi,...

Darlina Ampadu

Darlina Ampadu

Jul 6, 2024

Darlina L. Ampadu was born on September 17, 1976, at Brooklyn Jewish Hospital in Brooklyn, New York to Arleatha Reddick and Gregory Ghee, Sr. On July 6, 2024, Darlina's life was complete, and she began her eternal journey with the Lord. She is now in God's hands; no more worries; no more sorrow; no more pain. Darlina attended Taylor Business...

Kelly Terrill Beaver

Kelly Terrill Beaver

Jul 1, 2024

Kelly Terrill Beaver passed away on July 1, 2024, in Enola, PA. Kelly was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ronald and Carol Beaver, his father, Kevin Blanding, and his brother, Kerry Blanding.

Kelly leaves to celebrate his life his wife, Shawna Purdy Beaver, of Harrisburg, PA; his mother, Joyce Beaver; and his mother-in-love, Lenette Purdy-Brown. He is also survived...

Joyce E. Shaw

Joyce E. Shaw

Jun 30, 2024

Ms. Joyce Shaw transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Sunday, June 30, 2024. 

She leaves a host of devoted family members and friends to cherish her memory. 

Please keep the family of Ms. Joyce Shaw in your thoughts and prayers.

Vera Greer

Vera Greer

Jun 27, 2024

Vera Lee Greer 79, of Harrisburg passed peacefully on June 27, 2024, at home with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late William Lee Hodges and Lousie Brown.

 Vera was a dedicated employee with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania General Services Department for more than 20 years. She visited Victory, Mt. Calvary and various churches in her...

Douglas Edward Winston

Douglas Edward Winston

Jun 26, 2024

Douglas (“Doug”) E. Winston was born in Harrisburg, PA, to the late Dorothy Winston-Hicks and the late George E. Johnson, Sr. On June 26, 2024, God called Doug home to reunite with his mother, whom he greatly cherished, along with other loved ones.

Doug completed his education in the Harrisburg School District and was a proud alumnus of the Harrisburg High...

Mayeta Brockman

Mayeta Brockman

Jun 26, 2024

Ms. Mayeta Brockman transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. 

She leaves a host of devoted family members and friends to cherish her memory.

Please keep the family of Ms. Mayeta Brockman in your thoughts and prayers.

Stephanie Stewart

Stephanie Stewart

Jun 24, 2024

Stephanie Hong Stewart Hubbard, 28, daughter of the late Robert Leon Stewart and Jennifer Le, was born November 5, 1995, in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Stephanie gained her wings Monday night, June 24, 2024, at her home in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Leonard A. Allen, Jr.

Leonard A. Allen, Jr.

Jun 22, 2024

Leonard Andrel Allen Jr. “Lenny” to most, was born on September 11, 1954, in Philadelphia, PA to the late Constance Allen and Leonard Andrel Allen Sr. Lenny passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024, in Harrisburg, PA. He attended school in the Philadelphia area and then at the age of 18 he enlisted and chose to serve his country in the...

Anthony Baltimore

Anthony Baltimore

Jun 20, 2024

Anthony Todd Baltimore, also known as "Tony," was born on February 13, 1966, in Harrisburg, PA, to the late Melvin Baltimore Sr. and Loretta Tyler Baltimore.

On July 14, 2022, Anthony married Yvette Wright Baltimore. The couple had two children, Jazmin Wright and La'el Frederick.

Anthony served in the U.S. Navy from 1986 to 1994, achieving the rank of Quartermaster Third Class...

Barbara Jean Chambers

Barbara Jean Chambers

Jun 18, 2024

Barbara Jean Cook Chambers, daughter of the late Helen Cook and the late William Bingham, was born on Wednesday, April 27th, 1955, in Markham, Virginia. Barbara was a member of New Day International Kingdom Ministries.

Barbara worked at Hershey Foods for 35 years as a sanitation worker. Barbara loved shopping, sports cars, watching the Dallas Cowboys play football, and spending time...

Constance Ann Grier

Constance Ann Grier

Jun 18, 2024

Constance Ann Grier passed away at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital on June 18, 2024.

Connie (as she was known) was the last surviving offspring of the late James and Pearl Allen Grier. She was born on February 14, 1938, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Connie was educated in the Harrisburg Public School System and graduated from the former William Penn High School, Class of 1956....

Timothy J. Przybylowski

Timothy J. Przybylowski

Jun 13, 2024

Timothy "Tim" J. Przybylowski, age 63, of Summerville, SC, passed away on June 13, 2024.

Tim was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother. He was a blessing to all those his life touched. He was an avid home brewer and a huge Notre Dame fan.

He attended La Salle High School and then went on to graduate from Notre Dame...

Rita Chase

Rita Chase

Jun 11, 2024

Rita Chase, born November 8, 1950, in Harrisburg, PA, to the late Edward Smith and Victoria Owens-Smith, was the fourth of eight children.

She received her formal education in the Harrisburg School System and graduated from John Harris High School in 1969. Rita briefly worked at the former Dauphin County Nursing Home in Harrisburg, PA.

Rita displayed love, care, and kindness towards...

Mattie B. Waters

Mattie B. Waters

Jun 10, 2024

Mattie B. Waters was born on November 29, 1945, in Richmond, Virginia. She was one of five children born to Robert Baskins and Margaret Johnson. After the passing of her mother, she moved to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where she and her siblings were raised by their father, Robert Baskins Sr., and their stepmother, Janie Baskins.

Ms. Mattie received her formal education at...

William M. Hinnant

William M. Hinnant

Jun 6, 2024

William McKinley "Peppy" Hinnant peacefully departed this life on June 6, 2024 at the age of 90. He was born August 13, 1933, the son of the late Julia Finch Cooper and Brawley Hinnant of Middlesex, NC. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Phyllis (Plant) Palmer-Hinnant; daughter, Karen Palmer Scott; granddaughter, Saidah Palmer; and great grandson, Elijah...

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