OBITUARIES

Jan 29, 2020

Wayne Douglas Fields passed peacefully at UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg Hospital on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. He was born on July 16, 1952 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Kenneth E. Fields and Christina V. Fields; he was predeceased by his brother Donald Fields. Wayne was raised in Edgemont and graduated from Susquehanna Township High School. He served 8 years in...

Jan 29, 2020

Melvin Johnson passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at the age of 82. His loving wife of 55 years, Betty and his daughters cared for him at home throughout his illness. Johnson had a distinguished career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for nearly 30 years, where he served in the Department of General Services as a Contract Compliance Director...

Jan 29, 2020

Jason L. Hill, Jr. son of Jason Hill and Dinecia Baskerville was born on November 12, 1998. He entered eternal life on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Preceded in death by his aunt Chinecia Smith and cousin Rhahim Neely. Jay graduated from John Harris in 2017, an honor roll student, at the top of his class holding the title of class...

Jan 27, 2020

Ralph L. Kohr III, 70 of Harrisburg, passed on January 27, 2020. He was predeceased by his parents Ralph Kohr Jr. and Jane McGuire, daughter Alisha Kohr and sister Shirley Sipe. Ralph was employed with Walmart for 22 years, he was “The Real Santa Clause” for 35 years in the Harrisburg and Hershey area and loved Rolling Stones music. Ralph...

Jan 25, 2020

Jan 23, 2020

Tywan T. Thompson, 43 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on January 23, 2020. He was the son of Debbie Thompson and the late Steven McCullum and reared by Thomas and Vivian Carter, and his foster mom Mary. Tywan graduated from William Penn High, participated in Special Olympics and a dedicated member of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron # 733 for 20 years....

Jan 19, 2020

Ms. Dorothy Ann Stewart was born June 20, 1951 in Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, daughter of the late Paul A. Stewart Sr. and Verla Mae France Stewart, she was also predeceased by 4 siblings; Sammy Stewart, Lois Martin, Paul Stewart, Jr. and Thomas Stewart.

She gracefully held God’s hand on January 19, 2020.  Survived by her two children, Tammy M....

Jan 17, 2020

Harry E. Woodward, Jr. 69 of Aurora, Colorado and formerly of Harrisburg, PA passed January 17, 2020 and predeceased by a son Michael Randolph.  Harry is the son of Harry E. Woodward Sr. and Ann (Turner) Woodward both formerly of Harrisburg and residing in Mechanicsburg, PA. Harry served in the United States Air Force and received an honorable discharge. After...

Jan 15, 2020

John E. Teel, 63 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Geisinger Holy Spirit Hospital. He was the son of the late Samuel Teel Jr. and Anna (Horne) Teel, he was also predeceased by 2 siblings, Gerald “Lanny” Teel and Alfred “Smitty” Teel. John was born on July 6, 1956 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania where he received his...

Jan 15, 2020

Lewis K. Webster, 65 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Wednesday, January 15, 2020. Lewis was the son of the late James and Thelma Webster and was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was a faithful member and Deacon at Solid Rock Missionary Baptist Church, serving as the Young Adult Ministry Director, Church Photographer, VBS Instructor and Secretary of the Men’s Ministry.

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Jan 14, 2020

Louise Y. (Dorsey) Canaan was born 3/21/1921, in Mansfield, Louisiana, 1 of 9 children of Lee Bell Dorsey and David Dorsey, both deceased.  Louise attended public school in Desoto Parish Training School and graduated May 1945. She also attended Grambling University for two years earning certification as a LPN.  Louise and family attended True Vine Baptist Church in Louisiana for...

Jan 13, 2020

Robert W. Goodman Jr., 54 of Johnstown, passed Jan 13, 2020. He was born on Jan 14, 1965, the son of Sarah A. (Goodman) Weedon and the late Robert W. Goodman Sr. Robert was employed at North American Hoganas. He is survived by his mother, Sarah A. Weedon, companion Adrainne Matthews, children, Lacey Goodman, Kuamaine Hamiter, Bryanna Goodman, Robert Goodman...

Jan 4, 2020

Pamela D. Herrington, 59 of Harrisburg, PA, born on October 1, 1960, to the late Robert and Geraldine Jordan went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 4, 2020.  Pamela is survived by her husband Dana Herrington, 2 beloved sons Shawn Queen and Mario Queen, a daughter-in-law Deiga DeJesus, 5 beautiful daughters Tyish, Kimmy, Dawn, LaKeisha and Felicia,...

Jan 4, 2020

Barbara A. Bradley, 71 of Harrisburg passed January 4, 2020.  She was preceded by her husband William Bradley and parents Raymond and Elizabeth Lane.  Barbara was a Claims Supervisor for Highmark Blue Shield for over 30 years.  She was very active and loved working with her hands.  She enjoyed cooking, crafting jewelry, adult coloring and spending time with her grandchildren,...

Jan 4, 2020

Sheila Louvinia Germaine-Phillips a-k-a  "Bunny" to the immediate family and close friends was born September 4, 1964 to the late Myrna and Clifford E. Germain. She was raised by Adam and Craggie Kraft in New York, New York.

Sheila moved to Harrisburg Pennsylvania in her teenage years where she attended William Penn and John Harris High School. She returned to...

Jan 1, 2020

Dec 29, 2019

Sonya Nicole Glasper, 48, transitioned from this life to eternal life on Sunday, December 29, 2019 with her loved ones by her side. Sonya was born on July 5, 1971 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Carol Seay and Larry Neely.

Sonya received her education in the Harrisburg School District and furthered her education majoring in Business. She was employed at PHEAA...

Dec 22, 2019

Baby Kylinn S. “Buttercup” Peterson of Harrisburg passed suddenly December 22, 2019. She was born on September 29, 2019 to loving parents Kyheim Peterson and Rickita Swan.

 

She is survived by her parents, grandparents; Shavelle Curry, Kollette Peterson, aunts; Jaioana, Jalayah, Janiyah Cox, Kymora, Kisha, Kiana Peterson, uncles; Jeremy Cox Jr., Cory Swan, Jr., Kyron, and Kylee Peterson, special...

Dec 13, 2019

Samuel W. Kent, 82 of York Haven, passed peacefully on December 13, 2019. The son of the late Samuel and Mana Kent and predeceased by a sister, Lillian Toussaint. Samuel an Army Veteran, retired from the Commonwealth as a decorator with 25 years of service. He was a member of Bethel AME Church, trustee, sang on the choir, member of...

Dec 10, 2019

Gregory Allen Green was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on August 28, 1947 to the late Penrose "Bus" and Anna Green.  He walked with God on December 10, 2019.

Greg excelled in everything that he did, always expecting the best from himself and those around him.  As a graduate of John Harris High School's class of 1965, he received a scholarship to...