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Zenobia Latney

Zenobia Latney

Jul 28, 2019

Deaconess Zenobia Latney, 96 of Harrisburg, passed on July 28, 2019. The daughter of the late Purvis and Mamie Felix. Zenobia retired from Washington Hospital Center in DC, a member of Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church, she enjoyed crocheting, watching Jeopardy, southern cooking, but mostly loving on her grands. She is survived by her daughter, Tawana (Adrian Sr.) Dean, 3 siblings;...

Deacon William B. McKinney

Deacon William B. McKinney

Jul 24, 2019

William Bucky McKinney, Jr. was born on November 1, 1947 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late William B. McKinney, Sr. and the late Anna Lula McKinney. William was the youngest of three children. His two sisters are Patricia A. Martin and Margaret McKinney. He was the baby of the family and everyone loved him dearly.

William...

Roberta Estell Smith

Roberta Estell Smith

Jul 24, 2019

Roberta Estell Smith, 79 of Harrisburg passed July 24, 2019. She was the daughter of the late William Moore and Earline Smith. Roberta work for Goodwill Industries as a Clerk, a member of Kingdom Hall and served as a Missionary. She attended the Senior Citizens Center, watching the Cooking Channel and loved being with her grandchildren. Survived by her son...

Luisa Rosado Maldonado

Luisa Rosado Maldonado

Jul 23, 2019

Luisa Rosado Maldonado, 72 of Harrisburg passed on July 23, 2019 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. She was born in Peneulas, Puerto Rico to the late Julio Rosado and Julia Maldonado.

Luisa was the owner of her Family Grocery Store, enjoyed eating at different restaurants, going to the casino and spending time with her family.

She is survived by...

Rose E. Dearing

Rose E. Dearing

Jul 20, 2019

Rose E. (Thompson) Dearing, wife of the late Wilbur A. Dearing Jr. entered into eternal rest at Holy Spirit Hospital on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at the age of 90 years. She was born to the late Clarence E. Thompson and Anita (Coleman) Thompson on April 8, 1929.

Rose was educated in the Middletown and Harrisburg School Districts. Rose retired...

Ruby E. Reid

Ruby E. Reid

Jul 20, 2019

Ruby E. Reid, 83 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Colonial Park Care Center. She is preceded by her parents, husband Melbourne Reid, 2 children; Anophry Reid and Marjorie Reid.

She was born in Jamaica, West Indies Islands and worked as a seamstress for over 30 years. Ruby enjoyed wrestling, reading gossip magazines, French movies with...

Jean L. Williams

Jean L. Williams

Jul 15, 2019

Jean Leftridge Williams transitioned from labor to reward on Monday, July 15, 2019 at The Jewish Home of Greater Harrisburg. She was born in Harrisburg on June 29, 1930 to the late Clayton J. Leftridge and Lucy Williams Leftridge. She married Frank Herbert (Herb) Williams in 1965 and had a loving marriage until his death in 1996.

Jean grew up...

Jeanette Y. White

Jeanette Y. White

Jul 7, 2019

On Sunday July 7, 2019, Jeanette Yvonne White went home to be with the Lord. Jeanette was born on October 3, 1977 in Amityville, New York to the late Deborah Burnette and Oliver White. Jeanette has a passion for life.  She loved to party, have a good time and spend time with family and friends.  She enjoyed cooking, doing hair...

Ty'rique Riley

Ty'rique Riley

Jul 1, 2019

Ty’rique Riley, 21 of Harrisburg passed away on July 1, 2019.  He was the son of Carmen Riley and Thomas Matthews.  Ty’rique was a graduate of Susquehanna Township High School, class of 2016 and employed by Elwood Staffing as a warehouse worker.  Ty’rique loved his Ralph Lauren (Polo) clothing and his sneaker collection.  Ty’rique had a passion for music and...

Doreather Robinson

Doreather Robinson

Jun 30, 2019

Doreather Robinson was born in Chester, SC to the late James Johnson and Maggie King Johnson on April 28, 1932. Although she never attained a high school diploma, she was able to secure employment as a clerk with the former Dauphin Deposit Bank from which she retired after 25 years of service.

On January 28, 1958 Doreather married the late...

Eartha David Beaty Sr.

Eartha David Beaty Sr.

Jun 21, 2019

Deacon Eartha David Beaty Sr.

Eartha David Beaty Sr. 93, of Steelton passed peacefully on June 21, 2019. He was born in Portsmouth, Virginia to the late John and Clotell (Hampton) Beaty.

He graduated from I.C. Norcom High School and attended Virginia Union University. He retired from the New Cumberland Army Depot with over 37 years of service as the...

Corine L. Harvey

Corine L. Harvey

Jun 19, 2019

Corine L Harvey entered into rest on Tuesday, June 19, 2019 at Manor Care Health Services, Camp Hill, PA.

Corine was born to Thomas Speller and Aileen Robinson on February 2, 1943 at Kings County Hospital, Brooklyn, New York. She attended Saint Peter Claver during her elementary education and graduated from Girls High School in 1962.

Shortly after graduating, Corine...

Lether Franklin

Lether Franklin

Jun 18, 2019

     Lether Franklin was born on September 17, 1924 in Cope, South Carolina to the late Theodore and Viola (Busby) Cleckley. The youngest of five children, her mother sadly died during her childbirth.

     Lether completed her formative schooling in Cope before going to work with her siblings. She was baptized at Canaan United Methodist Church as a young girl,...

Gloria J. Rodriguez

Gloria J. Rodriguez

Jun 9, 2019

Gloria J. Rodriguez, 63 of Steelton passed one Sunday, June 9, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Joseph Downey and Delores Edwards. Gloria had been employed at Goodwill Industries for over 16 years as an aide, assisting students with special needs. She enjoyed arts and crafts, cooking, visits as Sam’s Club and most importantly loving her grandchildren and...

Gionni J. Dennis

Gionni J. Dennis

Jun 8, 2019

Gionni J. Dennis, 7 of Enola, passed tragically on Saturday, June 8, 2019. He was the son of Joshua and Jasmine Lant. Gionni was a 2nd grade student at River Rock Academy.

Gionni loved his teachers and he especially loved art class. He was fascinated with weather, the uniqueness of roads signs, and enjoyed Play-Doh. Gionni loved dancing, singing all...

Mildred D. Johnson

Mildred D. Johnson

Jun 7, 2019

Mildred D. Johnson, passed peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2019 with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late William and Viola Rhoads and predeceased by a daughter JoAnn Messner and three siblings; Nelson Rhoads, Helen Hoffman and George Rhoads. Mildred retired from Pinkerton Security and had worshiped at the Church of the Living God. She...

Yesenia Cruz-Camacho

Yesenia Cruz-Camacho

Jun 2, 2019

Yesenia Cruz – Camacho, 36 of Steelton, passed suddenly on June 2, 2019. The daughter of Carlos Cruz Pascual and Eugenia Camacho. She was employed at Homestead Suites in Mechanicsburg and worked in housekeeping, with over 10 years in the hotel industry. Yesenia was a hard worker, a warm, kind and generous spirt, and she loved her family.

Yesenia leaves...

Barbara Jeane Baker

Barbara Jeane Baker

May 27, 2019

Barbara Jeane “BJ” Baker was born in Harrisburg, PA to Mary W. Brown and William Spencer Brown. She lived her entire life in Steelton, PA and attended the Hygienic Elementary School and graduated from the Steelton High School class of 1947. She retired from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Agriculture after 35 years of service.

Barbara Jeane married the...

Kevin J. Edwards

Kevin J. Edwards

May 26, 2019

Kevin J. Edwards, 34 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on May 26, 2019. The son of Beverly Edwards and the late Earl Edwards. Kevin was a member of South-Central PA Sickle Cell Council; he was an avid sports fan and loved the New England Patriots and Golden State Warriors. Kevin also enjoyed video games, Anime and K-pop music. He leaves his...

Charlotte Y. Chaplin

Charlotte Y. Chaplin

May 23, 2019

Charlotte Y. Chaplin, 49 of Hershey passed suddenly on Thursday, May 23, 2019. She is the daughter of Belinda Gaines. Charlotte was a member of Healing Center International COGIC, she enjoyed zumba, jump rope, shopping and music. Charlotte is survived by Kevin Martin Sr., her mother Belinda Gaines, her children; Kevin E. Martin Jr., Kenneth D. Martin, Shania C. Chaplin...

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