Moses Lee Jr.
Aug 2, 2020
Moses Lee Jr., affectionately known as June or Mr. Lee of Susquehanna Township, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family on August 2, 2020 at the age of 93. He was the only son of the late Moses and Laura (Dean) Lee of Milledgeville, Georgia. Preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Areatha (Lawson) Lee, son Wayne...
Bernice F. Smith
Jul 31, 2020
Bernice Fannie Mae Smith, affectionately known as “Boo”, age 69 of Harrisburg, transitioned into eternal life on Friday, July 31, 2020 at UPMC Pinnacle Health Harrisburg.She is the loving daughter of the late William English and Nancey E. White and predeceased by her son Terrance Smith, her sisters Clara Johnson, Joann Brown and her brother Ivory White.Bernice retired from Homeland...
Minnie M. Jenkins
Jul 28, 2020
Minnie Mae (Tiny) Jenkins, the daughter of the late Luther and Minnie Sims Jenkins, was born on May 11, 1932 in Columbia, Pennsylvania. She grew into the neighborhood tomboy. She helped her father on his wood truck and drove the fish and produce truck around the truckster’s circuit. And nobody, but nobody could beat her climbing the cherry tree for...
Linda J. Spradley
Jul 27, 2020
Linda J. Spradley, 75 of Harrisburg, passed July 27, 2020. Linda was reared in Tennessee and the daughter of the late Will Grill and R.B. Sweat, she was also predeceased by her husband Howard Spradley. Linda was a devoted member of First Zion Baptist Church, served on the Usher Board and was employed at Goodwill Industries for 42 years. She...
Ethel Jean Daniel
Jul 18, 2020
We are here today, to witness the homegoing service for the late Ethel “Jean” Daniel. She lived 88 wonderful years on this earth and went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2020.
Jean was born in Harrisburg PA on September 4, 1931, and returned to the capital city in her later years which became her final resting...
Sandy L. Clark
Jul 18, 2020
Sandy L. Clark, 78 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on July 18th, 2020. Sandy was born in Orlando, Florida to the late James Clark and Fern L. Clark (maiden name Smith) on December 21, 1941. He was involved in and enjoyed events at the Heinz Senior Center. Sandy was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. He also enjoyed the festivities at Penn...
Ricky McDowell
Jul 10, 2020
Ricky Dean McDowell 61, of Harrisburg, passed Friday July 10th peacefully at home. He was born March 9, 1959, the son of the late Fred McDowell, Jr., and the late Mattie Lee Kates. Ricky was born and raised in Shelby, North Carolina. He moved to Harrisburg Pennsylvania in the 1970’s, while in high school. Ricky received his latter education from...
Granda L. Gladden
Jul 9, 2020
“For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16
Granda Louise Gladden, daughter to the late Cora Mae Gladden Porter and Robert “Lacey” Diggs was born Tuesday, January 3, 1956, in Harrisburg, PA. Sister, as she was affectionately known, was educated...
David E. Walker
Jul 6, 2020
David Walker peacefully transitioned to a more peaceful place on Monday, July 6, 2020. David was born September 18, 1943 at JC Blair Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon, PA to Maude and Louie Walker. Both parents preceded him in death.
As David blossomed and grew in the Mount Union community, he saw to it that he pulled others along and other...
Gretchen S. Hobbs
Jul 2, 2020
Gretchen S. Hobbs, 70 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on July 2, 2020. She was born October 1, 1949 to Donald Z. and Margaret S. Grubbs in Mckeesport, PA. She was the oldest child, having a younger brother, Donald K. Grubbs and his wife Li. She was predeceased by her mother and father, and her husband, the love of her...
Gilliland O. Johnson
Jun 26, 2020
Gilliland (Gil) Odell Johnson, 67, of Harrisburg, PA peacefully departed on June 26, 2020. He is survived by his devoted, loving mother Frances Sloane, and his three adult children.
Gil attended St. Patrick’s Cathedral school/church, Bishop McDevitt High School, Shippensburg University, and Executive Airline Management Training Programs.
Gil was a dedicated father and committed family-oriented man who deeply cherished his...
Michael C. Holland
Jun 26, 2020
Michael Carlton Holland 77, of Harrisburg passed peacefully on June 26, 2020. He was born in York, PA to the late Carlton B. Holland and Carolyn (Freeland) Holland. Along with his parents he is preceded by his wife Joyce Ann Holland.
He retired from Verizon Communications as a construction supervisor with over 40 years of dedicated service. Michael was a...
Nicholas L. Branam Sr.
Jun 23, 2020
Nicholas L. Branam Sr., 37 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on June 23, 2020 with his family by his side. He was predeceased by his step-father, Lance W. Ulen, grandfather, “Pop-Pop” Stewart B. Branam, grandmother, Millicent Hooper, and great-grandparents, Joe & Inez Fairfax, and Ernestine Robinson. Nicholas attended Central Dauphin High School, and later graduated Summa Cum Laude from Central...
Richard D. Arter
Jun 18, 2020
Richard D. Arter, Sr. 94 of Harrisburg, passed June 18, 2020 in Lebanon VA Hospital. Richard was predeceased by his parents; George and Rachel Arter, his wife Rose and daughter Sharon Arter, his siblings; Carl Arter, Jean Carter, Delores Arter, Earl Arter, Julia Doleman and George Arter. Richard was an World War II Army Veteran and honorably discharged on March...
Larry E. Lawson Sr.
Jun 12, 2020
Larry E. Lawson Sr., 68 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on June 12, 2020. Larry was predeceased by both parents Herman Lawson Sr. and Blanch (Jeffries) Lawson and a sister, Lula Lawson. Larry was a three-sport athlete, participating in wrestling, football, track and field, receiving a varsity scholarship in football from Clarion University. Larry retired with more than 30 years of service...
Beverly Aliya Johnson
Jun 12, 2020
Beverly Aliya Johnson was born on August 27, 1973, the fourth and youngest daughter of Melvin Thomas Johnson and Betty Jean Johnson. She graduated from Susquehanna Township High School (1991), Temple University (1996), Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg (2000). Bev spent most of her professional career working at the Fair Housing Council of the Capital Region, most recently as Director of...
Earl Batte Sr.
Jun 9, 2020
Earl Ausberry Batte Sr., 69 of Inglewood, CA passed peacefully on June 9, 2020. Earl was predeceased by his father, James Batte, mother, Ruth (Ausberry) Batte and his step-son, Ronald Henderson. Earl was born on February 13, 1951, in Steelton, PA. He was graduate of Steelton-Highspire High School where he participated in football. He attended Harrisburg Area Community College earning...
Naomi Warrick
Jun 7, 2020
Naomi Warrick, 96 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on June 7th, 2020. Naomi was a member of Wesley Zion AME, and enjoyed playing bridge with her Bridge Club. She also enjoyed gardening, shopping, and was very fashion conscious. Naomi leaves to cherish her memory her husband Howard S. Warrick, her son David Warrick, and her brother Richard Wells (Sara), as well...
Shawn K. Watkins
Jun 6, 2020
Shawn Keith Watkins was born April 20th, 1971 in Harrisburg, PA to the late Russell and Zelma Watkins. Shawn had a love for sports and was a huge Miami Dolphins football team fan. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Shawn departed this life on Saturday June 6th, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife Alicia...
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