OBITUARIES

Jamia Holton

Jamia Holton

Oct 12, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jamia Holton who passed away on October 12, 2024. 

She leaves a host of family and friends who will cherish her memory. 

The completed obituary and service information will be forthcoming. 

Please keep the Holton Family in your thoughts and prayers during their time of bereavement.

Jody Lynn Wood

Jody Lynn Wood

Oct 11, 2024

Jody Wood, 58, of Paxtang, passed away on October 11, 2024, in Harrisburg, PA after a year and a half battle with Adrenal Cancer. Jody was a beloved wife, daughter, mother, and friend- and will be greatly missed.

Jody was born on May 16, 1966, in York, PA, to Michael Riley and Barbara Smith.

Jody was a graduate of Spring Grove High...

Willis McCoy

Willis McCoy

Oct 11, 2024

Willis Ethelbert McCoy was born on Saturday, December 20, 1947, to the late Steven (Tee) Willis McCoy and Martha (Lil) Elizabeth McCoy in Appomattox, Virginia. 

On Thursday, October 11, 2024, at 11:47 PM, at his home in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with his son, Steve, by his side, his Heavenly Father called him unexpectedly from his earthly body to enter into eternal rest. 

He...

Bill S. Gray

Bill S. Gray

Oct 10, 2024

Bill S. Gray was taken from us around noon on October 10, 2024. 

Honesty, Courage, and Loyalty were shown to all. Never was anyone in need turned away; always a meal or helping hand was available. He was quietly proud of his service to others and hopeful to represent a positive influence to all. 

He will be waiting at Heaven's Gate for...

Lorenzo Lopez

Lorenzo Lopez

Oct 8, 2024

Lorenzo Ramos Lopez, 38, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024. Lorenzo was born on November 30th, 1985, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved son of Imanuel Lopez and Virgen Maria Kershaw (Ramos). 

Lorenzo's gentle nature and curious spirit were evident from a young age. He had a knack for discovering the world around him, whether through...

Martha R. Bullock

Martha R. Bullock

Oct 5, 2024

Martha Ruth Bullock was born on December 15, 1934, in Macclesfield, North Carolina, to Deacon Russell and Martha Wooten. After being educated in the public schools, she met and married the love of her life, Edward T. Bullock. To that union were born three children, two boys and one girl.

Martha and her husband Edward migrated to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in 1956...

Jerry L. McDowell

Jerry L. McDowell

Oct 3, 2024

Jerry L. McDowell, 69, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 3, 2024. He was born March 15, 1955, the son of the late Fred McDowell, Jr., and the late Mattie Lee Kates. Jerry was born and raised in Shelby, North Carolina and attended Shelby High School. He moved to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, in the late 1970s. Jerry...

Hollis J. James

Hollis J. James

Oct 3, 2024

Hollis Joseph James was born on March 19,1944, to the late William and Norma in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Tobago, and he was the second born of eight children. As a young boy, he loved playing mas (carnival), attending parties, and outdoor activities. He was always jovial, laughing, and smiling. He attended Rose Hill Government Primary School. He later attended...

Iris Pimentel

Iris Pimentel

Oct 3, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Iris Pimentel who passed away on October 3, 2024. She leaves a host of family and friends who will cherish her memory.

Please keep the Pimentel Family in your thoughts and prayers during their time of bereavement.

Shelly L. Johnson

Shelly L. Johnson

Oct 1, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shelly Johnson who passed away on October 1, 2024. She leaves a host of family and friends who will cherish her memory.

The completed obituary and service will be forthcoming.

Please keep the Johnson Family in your thoughts and prayers during their time of bereavement.

Cheyenne I. Holmes

Cheyenne I. Holmes

Sep 27, 2024

Cheyenne I. Holmes was born on October 31, 1995, to Kevin and Patricia Holmes of Harrisburg, PA. Cheyenne, affectionately known as "Chey Glizzy," was the youngest of her family, the baby of two siblings. She transitioned into eternal life on Friday, September 27, 2024.

Cheyenne graduated from Steelton-Highspire High School in Steelton, PA, and was employed full-time at The Melting Pot...

William James Robertson Jr.

William James Robertson Jr.

Sep 12, 2024

William James Robertson, Jr. was born August 16, 1976 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to William J. Robertson, Sr. and the late Marjorie Ann Robertson of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. William, better known as Jay, departed this life, Thursday, September 12, 2024 in the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania after a long battle with complicated medical conditions.

Jay received his formal education in the...

Donna Faye Tate

Donna Faye Tate

Sep 11, 2024

Donna Fay Tate was born in Meridian, MS to the late Willie Lee Cherry and Carrie on August 8, 1948. 

On September 11, 2024, our God called her to her eternal rest. 

Donna Tate worked for the US Army at Fort Bragg, NC for many years before moving to Harrisburg, PA. There she worked for the government before retiring. 

Donna is preceded in...

Barbara Freeland

Barbara Freeland

Sep 3, 2024

Barbara Anne (Jack) Freeland, the third child of the late Robert D. Jack, Sr., and the late Alberta V. Jack Scott, was born January 25, 1943, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Barbara was loving, artistic, intelligent, kind and very thoughtful. Her family and all who knew her loved her. Barbara realized her gifts of art and music early in life. Her creativity...

Ronald D. Dunbar

Ronald D. Dunbar

Aug 28, 2024

Ronald Dunbar, 75 of Harrisburg, went to be with the Lord peacefully on August 28, 2024 at his home with family at his side. He was the son of the late Samuel Dunbar Jr., and Bernetta M. Dunbar-Lewis.

He retired from AMES True Temper with over 35 years of service. Ronald was a faithful and devoted member of From the Heart...

Gloria M. Anderson

Gloria M. Anderson

Aug 25, 2024

"The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged."

- Deuteronomy 31:8

On Sunday, August 25, 2024, Gloria Marie Anderson made her peaceful transition to be with the Lord.

Born on August 4, 1930, in Harrisburg, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late...

Lakisha Smith-Vanatta

Lakisha Smith-Vanatta

Aug 19, 2024

On Monday, August 19, 2024, Lakisha ShaDon (Smith) Vanatta, 49, of Mechanicsburg, PA, ascended to Heaven and transitioned to Glory at 6:14 AM at UPMC West Shore Hospital, where she was employed for four years as a Lead Medical Assistant.

Lakisha was first and foremost an Anointed Woman of God, a Warrior of The Lord, and a Vessel of Honor in...

Doris E. Lester

Doris E. Lester

Aug 15, 2024

Doris E. (Wilkerson) Lester, 96, of Harrisburg passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday evening, August 15th, 2024. She was born on February 6, 1928 in Harrisburg PA, to the late Herbert Wilkerson and Susan (Gardner) Wilkerson.

 After graduating from William Penn High School in 1946, Doris worked for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation of the Commonwealth of PA....

Mitchell G. Holifield

Mitchell G. Holifield

Aug 11, 2024

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

Revelation 21:4

As the beloved son of the late Annie Mae Holifield, Mitchell Holifield was born on September 27, 1964, in Marion, Alabama, and was a cherished...

Na'Ryah Raye Wright

Na'Ryah Raye Wright

Aug 11, 2024

Na’Ryah Raye Wright entered this world on October 9, 2010, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of Haley Mae Johnson Simmons; Myesha McCullough (Maternal Figure) father, Brandon Lee Wright Lawrence, Sr.; stepfather, Dante Johnson Simmons; and father figure, Raymond Green, Jr.

A young woman of exceptional grace and spirit, Na’Ryah was set to begin her eighth-grade year at Steelton-Highspire...