OBITUARIES

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jun 3, 2020

Robert W. Franklin, age 80, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away peacefully June 3,  Robert Warner Franklin was the oldest child of four children. He was educated in the Harrisburg School District.

At a young age, Bobby accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior. Shortly after, the late Reverend Williams baptized him into the fellowship of the Second Baptist Church in...

May 30, 2020

Dave A. Miller, also known as “Brother”, passed peacefully on May 30, 2020 in Harrisburg, PA. Born to Ivan and Cynthia Miller on the beautiful island of St.Thomas on August 6, 1951. He was preceded by his father Ivan A. Miller, son Kevin Wheatley, sisters; Sonya Miller-Batiste and Thyra Miller and brother Kent “Larry” Miller. He is survived by his...

May 28, 2020

On June 5, 2017 God gave life to a wonderful baby girl named I’yaila Corbin-Smith. She was so perfect, smart, playful, angelic and sassy. She was second youngest of 8 siblings in all. Her Maternal grandmother who she called Nan-Nan bought her a baby alive and she carried this doll as if it was a part of her Her parents...

May 28, 2020

Percy N. Vest Jr. of Harrisburg, PA passed on May 28, 2020. He was predeceased by his parents Percy N. Vest Sr. and Betty Jane (Thompson) Vest. Percy loved to watch Western Cowboy movies, and thoroughly enjoyed traveling. Percy leaves to celebrate his life his daughter Monica Shelton, brother Derek Palm, and grand children Justin Shelton, Khadijah Lewis-Shelton, Jovan Shelton, Jordan Shelton, and many friends and...

May 27, 2020

Pauline G. Lee, 80 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Richard Morris and Callie Wansley, and predeceased by 4 siblings; Barbara, Ralph, Sabur and Reggie.

Pauline retired from Hershey Foods with over 20 years of dedicated service. She attended Harrisburg 1st Assembly of God, under the pastoral care of Pastor...

May 26, 2020

Curtis Lee Irvin, 87 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on My 26, 2020 in Spring Creek Rehab Center. Curtis was predeceased by his parents John and Mable Irvin and his siblings. He served in the United States Marine Corp and retired from Mason & Dixon Trucking Company as a dock worker with over 14 years of service. Curtis was member of...

May 26, 2020

Alissia Hickerson, 19 of Harrisburg, passed on May 26, 2020. The daughter of Sean & Michelle Crosby, and grand-daughter of Janice Moon. Alissa was a caretaker for her grandmother, and enjoyed taking care of her nieces and nephews. She was an avid pet lover, and also enjoyed long talks on the phone with family and friends. Alissia leaves to celebrate...

May 25, 2020

Rhonda “Foxy Brown” Strawn was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on January 15, 1958 to the late Frances Brown. She was called home May 25, 2020. Rhonda graduated high school in 1975 and obtained her beautician license. She earned a business degree in college and used it to open several businesses over the years. Rhonda won Miss Photogenic of Pennsylvania. She...

May 20, 2020

Hazel Allen, 94 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on May 20, 2020. The daughter of the late Paul and Bessie (Rainey) Carter and predeceased by a daughter Rebecca A. Carter and sister Jamie Lou Butler. Hazel retired from Harrisburg Hospital as a Sterilization Technician in Central Supply with 20 years of service. She was a current member of Baptist Fellowship Church...

May 19, 2020

Wendell S Banks Jr. (Wimp) born November 25, 1946 to Wendell S Banks Sr. and Myrtle A Finley.  Wendell was educated in the Harrisburg school system and attended William Penn High School where he excelled at athletics.  Army veteran of the Vietnam War, attended Clarion College then received his bachelor’s degree from Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas.  Throughout his...

May 17, 2020

Chandra Marie Hill, affectionally known as Chanie, 34, passed peacefully on May 17th, 2020 at her home in Harrisburg, PA.

 

Mrs. Hill was born on September 13th,1985 in Harrisburg, PA to Ronette Hill and Barry Williams. She was a student of the Harrisburg School District until she received her diploma from John Harris High School in the summer of...

May 17, 2020

Minister Mark A. Grier of Allentown, PA passed peacefully at his home one May 17, 2020 at the age of 57.  Born and educated in Harrisburg, PA to Calvin Grier, and to the late Eva (Louise) Grier, and predeceased by his sister Letitia A. Turner. Mark was a student of life that enjoyed reading, music, and a variety of interest.  He...

May 14, 2020

Elder Clarence Brigman, 77 of Harrisburg, passed May 14, 2020. The son of the late Clarence Brigman and Janette Riley, siblings Andrew, Retha and Leroy. Clarence was self-employed as a Contractor, a member of Mt. Calvary COGIC and enjoyed singing gospel music, teaching, employing others and visits with family and friends. He leaves his wife Victoria, children Clarence, Crystal, Jessica...

May 13, 2020

Gloria J. Cohen, 73 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on May 13, 2020.  She was the daughter of the late Ira Cropper and Bertha and James Spence. She was educated in the public-school systems of Pocomoke City. MD and Philadelphia, PA. Gloria was a former member of St. Patrick Cathedral, enjoyed puzzles, computer games, traveling and visiting the Senior Community Center...

May 13, 2020

May 13, 2020

Jacqueline C. Banks Breeze “Jackie”, 79, was born November 6, 1940 in Harrisburg, Pa.  She received her wings of glory on May 13, 2020.    She was educated in the Harrisburg School district and attended Harrisburg Area Community College.  She spent many years working at the OIC before landing a job with the Commonwealth of PA and retired with over 30...