OBITUARIES

Nov 10, 2019

Deaconess Helen “Patty” (Fields) Jackson, 71 of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, completed her earthly journey on Sunday, November 10, 2019. She was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to the late Calvin T. Fields, Sr. and Rosaline (Spencer) Fields.

Helen was a dedicated member of Gospel Fellowship Church for many years. She served faithfully as a Deaconess and would often minister thru singing, which...

Nov 10, 2019

Sharon is a member of Zeta Phi Beta.  In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, listening to jazz, cooking, her pet German Shephard Zeus, and genealogy.  As an educator, she was always very close to her students; occasionally, her previous pupils would recognize her at local stores and thanked her for her providing a personalized learning experience inside and outside...

Nov 7, 2019

Jack Frankie Robinson Jr. 52, of Harrisburg, transitioned into eternal life in peace on Thursday November 7, 2019 with his loving family by his side. He was a graduate of Central Dauphin East High School and served in the US Military in Germany, he was employed at Defense Logistics Agency. Jack is survived by his loving wife and best friend...

Nov 6, 2019

Robert Van Bazmore was born September 2, 1960 in Windsor, North Carolina. His mother Florene Bates and father William Mckinly Bazemore. Three brothers William (Junior) Bazemore, Mark Bazemore who passed early in his life and Randy Bazemore. Cecelia Franklin and Robert Bazemore has a son together (Robert Vann Franklin) Robert Van Bazemore and step-father of Shawne Franklin and Casandra Franklin.

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Nov 5, 2019

Sarah S. (Mason) Clark, 94 of Kelker Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania peacefully passed from this life into eternal life on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Sarah was born on March 1, 1925 to the late Thomas L. Mason, Sr. and Blanche (Scott) Mason and was the widow of the late Sylvester Clark.

Sarah received her formal education in the Steelton and...

Nov 4, 2019

Louise N. Hunter, 72 of Harrisburg, passed Nov 4, 2019.  The daughter of the late Leroy and Martha Davis, predeceased by a son, Eric Smith, siblings; Loretta Waters, Leroy Davis Jr., Kenneth Davis and Shirley Davis. Louise retired as a Food Service Manager from Harrisburg School District with 25 years of service. A member of Ezekiel’s Trumpets, a Prophet, Ordained...

Nov 3, 2019

Ruby Lee Green, 98 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Sunday, November 3, 2019 with her family at her side. She was the daughter of the late Issac and Claudia (Gardner) Jackson and predeceased by two sisters; Millie Grace Simpson and Annie Cobb. Ruby retired from AFLCIO as a switchboard operator/receptionist with nearly 20 years of service. She was a member...

Nov 1, 2019

Oct 29, 2019

John I. Smith Jr., son of John I. Smith & Patricia Handy was born on May 23rd, 1983 in Chester, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his loving sister Patricia Smith and his grandmothers; Annabelle Smith and Patricia Weatherly

A 2002 graduate of Cedar Cliff High School. He was a very good student and athlete. He played football and...

Oct 27, 2019

Jeannette Harper, 60 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on October 27, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Homer and Mary Smith and predeceased by two siblings, Karen Linville and Johnathan Smith. Jeannette was employed by Lourdes House as a cook for several years. She enjoyed being a homemaker and had a heart of gold, she would often extend herself...

Oct 25, 2019

Ophelia Watson, 76 of Harrisburg, passed Oct 25, 2019. The daughter of the late Eldridge and Hallie Martin. Ophelia attended the Harrisburg Public Schools and retired from the Harrisburg State Hospital. She leaves to celebrate her life her daughter Patricia Watson, grandsons; Phillip and Devin (Takia), 9 great-grandchildren, her sister, Mary Ingram, brothers; William Martin (Dolores), Dale Martin (Colleen), Larry...

Oct 24, 2019

Kevin A. Groom 52, of Harrisburg passed peacefully on October 24, 2019. He is the son of late Richard and Virgie Groom. He was a Youth Counselor  for ARC at Schaffner Youth Center. Kevin was an avid fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, 76ers, Flyers and Phillies, he loved cooking and smoking on the grill. Kevin is survived by his wife...

Oct 16, 2019

Patricia L. Robinson, 63 of Harrisburg passed October 16, 2019. The daughter of Ida P. Robinson and the late Julius Ledbetter. Patricia worked at the State, Dept. of Revenue, she enjoyed shopping, loving her grandchildren and the Philadelphia Eagles. She leaves her mother Ida, her children Uriah and Patrice Bullock, siblings; Mary McKenzie, Joyette Robinson, Lula Thompson, Cathy Robinson, Cynthia...

Oct 14, 2019

Mary E. Myers, 95 of Harrisburg, passed October 14, 2019. The daughter of the late Tyree and Irene Harris, predeceased by her husband Solomon Myers, daughter Mildred Penn, siblings Joe Harris and Alice Warren. Mary retired from the Commonwealth, Labor and Industry and the Zembo Mosque. She was an Eastern Star, member of the Elks, enjoyed music, sewing, and the...

Oct 11, 2019

Henry M. Hall, Jr. 64 of Harrisburg, passed October 11, 2019. He was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Lessie Hall, daughter Iris Fennell, siblings Ronald, Kim and Penny. He served as a Marine, retired from Hershey Foods, enjoyed working with the Salvation Army and loved his family and cooking. Henry leaves behind his wife Charlene Belcher, his children; Kwajalyn...

Sep 30, 2019

Bryan K. Weedon, 72 of Harrisburg passed away Monday September 30, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Harrisburg, PA on August 4, 1947.  He was the son of the late William and Anna Weedon and predeceased by siblings; Inez Simpson and Jean Weedon.

Bryan was a former employer of True Temper Hardware as a Fork Lift...

Sep 27, 2019

Eva “Beatrice” Chapman, 76 of Harrisburg passed Sept 27, 2019. The daughter of the late Odessa and Eva Chapman, predeceased by siblings, Blanche and James. She was a member of Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church, retired from the Commonwealth of PA, PennDot after 35 years of service and worked at  McLamb Daycare. Beatrice leaves her daughters Elista (Marcellus) Sumner, Shervon Chapman,...

Sep 27, 2019

Waddie Jones Bryant was born May 22, 1945 in St. Louis, Missouri. He gained his wings and entered eternal life on Friday, September 27, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sara K. Wallace, a sister Genoa “Sissi” Mitchell, and a brother George A. Bryant. Waddie retired from the City of Harrisburg, Department of Public Works with over...

Sep 24, 2019

Norma C. Wise-Byrd was born on April 13, 1938 in Elizabeth New Jersey to the proud parents of Rosetta and Robert Lee Wall.

Norma was educated in the public-school system of Elizabeth New Jersey.  She began her career early as a claim’s adjuster for the State of New Jersey Welfare Department.  She became an Executive Secretary and then went on...

Sep 22, 2019

Carol Yvette Mickens was born on November 18,1959 to the late Julius Ledbetter and Mattie MickensCarol transitioned from this life to the next on September 22, 2019. Carol was a graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School and Harrisburg Area Community College.

Carol was employed for 25 years at Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).  The things Carol enjoyed most in...