Obituaries

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Carrie Moore Harrison

Carrie Moore Harrison

Jun 12, 2026

Carrie Moore Harrison peacefully passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, at the age of 100. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and all who knew her. 

A funeral service to honor her life will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Morris Brown AME Church, located at 1756 N. 25th Street, Philadelphia,...

Michael Jerome Smalls, Jr.

Michael Jerome Smalls, Jr.

Jun 10, 2026

Michael Jerome Smalls, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 36. He is lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at The Chapel at Ivy Hill Cemetery, located at 1201 Easton Road, Philadelphia, PA. The viewing is scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to...

Martha Yolanda Arias

Martha Yolanda Arias

Jun 5, 2026

Martha Yoland Arias peacefully passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 71. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends

Private services will be held at a later date.

 The family kindly requests that you keep them in your prayers during this time of remembrance.

Newfonie J. Inman

Newfonie J. Inman

May 26, 2026

It is with a profound sense of reflection and heartfelt reverence that we commemorate the life of Newfonie J. Inman, who departed this earthly realm on the 26th of May, 2026. Born on a serene Christmas Eve in the year 1937, Newfonie embarked upon a journey marked by grace, resilience, and an unyielding embrace of the beauty woven into the...

Vivian Loretta Davis

Vivian Loretta Davis

May 22, 2026

Vivian Loretta Davis, a cherished longtime resident of the West Oak Lane community, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA, at the age of 91. Throughout her lifetime, Vivian dedicated many years of service to the Sears & Roebuck company. She is lovingly remembered by her children, relatives, and friends who will deeply miss her presence....

Xavier Timothy Jeffers

Xavier Timothy Jeffers

May 20, 2026

It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Xavier Timothy Jeffers, a soul whose loving and kind nature touched all who had the privilege of knowing him. Born on August 24, 2004, in the quaint town of Phoenixville, Xavier’s brief journey through life was marked by a warmth and compassion that belied his...

Armand Turenne

Armand Turenne

May 20, 2026

  Armand Turenne passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 85. He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends.

 A funeral service to honor his life will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at St. Paul Episcopal Church, located at 7809 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027.

 The public viewing is...

John Earl Gibson

John Earl Gibson

May 18, 2026

John Earl Gibson, born on October 27, 1952, passed away in Philadelphia on May 18, 2026. 

 A graveside service to honor John’s life will be held on Thursday June 4, 2026, commencing at 12:00 PM. The service will take place at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery located at 3301 West Cheltenham Avenue in Glenside, Pennsylvania, 19038.

Please keep the family in your prayers at...

Doris Ledora Pickett

Doris Ledora Pickett

May 16, 2026

Doris Ledora Pickett transitioned on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Fort Washington, PA at the age of 90. She will be missed by her loving family and friends. A Life Celebration will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The viewing will be held from 9:00 am-10:00 am with the service to begin at 10:00 am at Foster Memorial Baptist...

Ronald Shelton Johnson

Ronald Shelton Johnson

May 16, 2026

Ronald Shelton Johnson passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Spring City, PA. at the age of 82.  Ronald was a devoted veteran who served honorably in the Army, dedicating a significant part of his life to his country.

We honor Ronald’s memory and the contributions he made both in uniform and beyond. He will be remembered with the...

Terrie Fleming

Terrie Fleming

May 14, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Terrie Fleming, who departed this life on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 58. Terrie was dearly cherished by her loving family and treasured friends.

A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm...

Deborah Ann Jeter

Deborah Ann Jeter

May 10, 2026

Deborah Ann Jeter peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, at the age of 72. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends who cherished her presence.

A celebration of Deborah's life will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026. The viewing is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., followed by the service...

Robert Ricardo Shannon

Robert Ricardo Shannon

May 10, 2026

Robert Ricardo Shannon passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 73. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends who cherished him.

A funeral service to honor Robert's life will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Ervina White Beauford Funeral Service, P.C., located at 2134 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA....

Charlie L. Ward

Charlie L. Ward

May 9, 2026

Mr. Charlie L. Ward   passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 76. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends who cherished him dearly.

A memorial service to honor his life will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran Church, located...

Nyle R. Garland

Nyle R. Garland

May 9, 2026

Mr. Nyle Garland transitioned on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Wyncote, PA at the age of 63. He will be missed by his loving family and friends. Private Services at the request of the family. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Ahmed Bougtab

Ahmed Bougtab

May 9, 2026

Ahmed Bougtab passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Phoenixville, PA at the age of 79. A Janazah Service followed by Islamic Burial was held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Highland Memorial Park 701 Farmington Avenue Pottstown, PA. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Tosha Joiner

Tosha Joiner

May 3, 2026

Tosha Joiner passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 48. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends who cherished her presence in their lives.

A funeral service to honor Tosha’s memory will be held on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Majestic Hall, located at 800 W. Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA...

Roy K. Howerton

Roy K. Howerton

Apr 30, 2026

Roy K. Howerton peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 81. 

He will be deeply missed by his loving family and friends who cherished his presence.

 Private interment will be held in his honor. The family kindly requests that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this time of remembrance.

Effie Ree Odom

Effie Ree Odom

Apr 25, 2026

Effie Ree Odom peacefully departed this life on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the venerable age of 90. She leaves behind a cherished legacy, held dear by her loving family and friends who will deeply miss her presence.

A Memorial Tribute Service in honor of Effie’s life will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m....

Sharon Denise Rice

Sharon Denise Rice

Apr 24, 2026

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Denise Rice, who transitioned on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Philadelphia, PA at the age of 69. Sharon will be deeply missed by her loving family and cherished friends, whose lives she touched with grace and kindness.

A Memorial Tribute Service, honoring her life and legacy with Military Honors,...