OBITUARIES

Feb 4, 2017

LaQuita D. Graves, 61 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Saturday, February 4, 2017 in Elkton, Maryland. She had worked for the Commonwealth of PA, was a Charter Member and Events Coordinator of DaySpring Ministries, founding member of the African American Quilters Guild and singer with CAMA. LaQuita is survived by her husband, Kenneth Graves, children Kendra and Bianca Graves, grandchild...

Feb 1, 2017

Howard Patton, 61 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at Harrisburg Hospital on Wednesday, February 1, 2017.  Howard was the son of the late Howard Morrison and Cynthia Patton.  Had worked for Dauphin County Court House in Security and enjoyed music, dancing and spending time with family and friends. Howard leaves his wife Deborah Patton, step-mother Ella Morrison, children; Aaron, Lamont and Kevin Williams...

Jan 30, 2017

Johnnie L. Goode, 82 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Monday, January 30, 2017 in Frey Village Retirement Center in Middletown, PA. He was the son of the late John and Pauline Goode and predeceased by his wife Janet Goode and two siblings; Alberta and Arthur Goode Jr. Johnnie retired from the U.S. Army, the Liquor Control Board and had previously...

Jan 29, 2017

Ellen (Auntie) Pleasant, of Third Street, Harrisburg, PA is at peace with her Lord as she quietly slipped away Sunday, January 29, 2017 from her earthly vessel to receive her crown in Glory. “Auntie” as she was so affectionately called was born March 15, 1913, in Winnsboro, SC one of thirteen children born to the late James and Cora Stevenson....

Jan 27, 2017

Dolores J. Gant, 81 of Harrisburg and formerly of Philadelphia, passed Friday, January 27, 2017 in Manor Care Nursing Home in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Gant was the daughter of the late Wilson Henry and Florence Collier.  She worked for Bruce Hawkins Funeral Home in Philadelphia for over 25 years and enjoyed dancing, going to the casino and spending time with...

Jan 13, 2017

Jan 12, 2017

Mabel M. Selvey, 84 of Harrisburg, passed January 12, 2017 and predeceased by her parents Moses and Mabel Rice, several siblings and a step-daughter. Mabel retired from Keystone Service System as a Care Provider and was a member of St. Johns CME Church. She was President of the Pastor’s Aid, Usher, Trustee and Steward’s Board and an Avon Representative for...

Jan 7, 2017

William J. (Bill) Jackson 74 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on January 7, 2017. He was the son of the late William and Edith Jackson and predeceased by his son William M. (Billy) Jackson and siblings; Geraldine Fairfax, Oswald and Sinclair Jackson. He was a member of St. Catherine's Laboure and self-employed as a Contractor. Survived by his wife Marie Jackson,...

Jan 6, 2017

James E. Richardson, 84 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on January 7, 2017. He was the son of the late Albert Holten and Martha Sperman. James was a US Army Veteran and retired from Harrisburg Housing Authority. He enjoyed jazz, music and the theater. James leaves to celebrate his life his wife, Lillie Richardson, children Shnice Newsome, Martha Richardson, Ethel Alton,...

Jan 6, 2017

Maurice Thrasher, 51 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home with his family by his side after a courageous battle with cancer on January 6, 2017. He is the son of Jennifer Ayers and the late John Thrasher. Maurice owned and operated Thrasher Hauling and was previously employer by Star Transport. He enjoyed fishing, wrote music and poetry and was an...

Dec 31, 2016

Robette S. Porter, 38 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on December 31, 2016. She graduated from Dauphin County Technical School, a bus driver for Rohrer Bus Company, loved the Lord and doted on her children. She is survived by her parents; Ruth Williams and Robert Smith, her children Christopher Porter and Olivia Arnold and a host of relatives and friends. A...

Dec 30, 2016

Thomas B. Steele, Jr., 83 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly December 30, 2016. He was the son of the late Thomas Steele, Sr. and Rosa Steele Wright. Thomas retired from the U.S. Air Force, was a member of The Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church, the Tape and Security Ministries and American Legion Post #733. He is survived by his children; Mary...

Dec 29, 2016

Lena J. Marshall, 57 of Harrisburg passed December 29, 2016. She was the daughter of Dorothy Marshall and the late John Marshall. Lena was a member of Mt. Calvary COGIC and was a Home Health Aide. She is predeceased by her son Gregory Marshall and sister Frances Marshall. Lena leaves to celebrate her life her mother, siblings; Nancy Thomas (Shelton),...

Dec 29, 2016

Derick Garner, 44 of Harrisburg, passed December 29, 2016. He was the son of Michael Harris and Eleanor “Diane” Garner. Derick was employed by Excel and TLC Construction. He enjoyed music, sports and time with his children. He also leaves his fiancé Amber Dickey, children Derick Garner Taylor, Dericka Adams, Deniyah, Dahmere and De’Kora Garner, step-children Richard and Chiante Motes,...

Dec 24, 2016

Mekhi D. Cooke left this life all too soon. He leaves behind his parents; Miles Cooke and Antoinette Baker, siblings Nyahn, Makayla and Morgan Cooke, his maternal grandmother Rosalyn Ford, paternal grandparents Robin Smith and Anthony Cooke. Mekhi enjoyed baseball at the Hbg Boy’s Assoc., basketball at the YMCA, the Man Up Program and worked in the summer at Hershey...

Dec 23, 2016

Zane Grey Phoenix II, 66 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Friday December 23, 2016 in Hershey Medical Center. He was the son of the late Zane Grey Phoenix and Lucille Roots Phoenix.  He was a graduate of Central Dauphin East High School Class of 1967 and attended HACC and Lincoln University.  Zane had a passion for public service and began his working...

Dec 18, 2016

Gabriel Quincy Savant Pope closed his eyes to sleep Sunday evening and woke up in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was the son of Jessica Gephart and Ronnell Pope. He is survived by his four brothers Anthony Robertson, Enashay Gephart, Israel Pope, and Trenton Pope, his maternal grandparents Chris and Julie Clinger, paternal grandparents Bishop...

Dec 15, 2016

Janice Marie Royster of Harrisburg passed peacefully on December 15, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Jonas Royster and Sarah E. Hunter Royster.

Janice was an active member of The Salvation Army Harrisburg Citadel. Her faithfulness and love of the Lord held her steadfast in her beliefs. Being true to herself living a healthy regimented life gave her...

Dec 6, 2016

Rev. Robert E. Pierce Sr., 88 of Harrisburg, affectionately known as “Bobby the Mailman” passed peacefully on December 6, 2016. He was the son of the late Charles Pierce Sr. and Olive Hinton Pierce, predeceased by his wife Shirley Pierce and granddaughter Tarina Fields. Robert served in the US Army in WWII and retired from the US Postal Service with...

Dec 3, 2016

Tyeshia R. Organ, 44 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly at home on December 1, 2016. She was the daughter of Howard and the late Etta Organ and predeceased by a brother, Howard W. Organ. Tyeshia was the owner of Tyeshia’s Tiny Tots Day Care and was a certified notary. She leaves her 4 children; Taneda Jones (Jermaine) Ja’Quise and Jamari Thomas...