Obituaries

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Bernard Ronald Kemp, Sr.

Bernard Ronald Kemp, Sr.

Jan 17, 2018

Mr. Bernard Ronald Kemp, Sr. passed away on Wednesday January 17, 2018 in Philadelphia, PA. He was 77 years old. During his life time he worked for Western Union as a delivery driver. His beloved wife Towanna Ann Kemp passed away two month prior. A viewing will be held on Saturday January 27, 2018 at EWB Funeral Home Philadelphia...

Emilienne Montrose

Emilienne Montrose

Jan 16, 2018

Ms. Emilienne Montrose passed away onTuesday January 16, 2018 in Palm Beach County, Florida. She was 69 years old. She was born on October 14, 1948 in Jacmel, Haiti. During her life time she worked as a dress maker in the clothing industry. A wake will be held on Friday January 26, 2018 from 7-9:00 pm a tErvina White...

Beatrice O. Martin

Beatrice O. Martin

Jan 12, 2018

Ms. Beatrice O. Martin passed away on Friday January 12, 2018 at Pottstown Hospital. She was 88 years old.  A resident of Pottstown, she retired from the housekeeping industry. She will truly be missed by her loving family and friends. A funeral will be held on Saturday January 20, 2018 at Invictus Ministries, Inc. 79 N. Hanover St. 19464....

Diane Calhoun Walker

Diane Calhoun Walker

Jan 9, 2018

Ms. Diane Calhoun Walker passed away  suddenly on Tuesday January 9, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  She was 71 years old. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on May 4, 1946. During her life time she worked as a Paralegal. She will be missed by her family and friends. A funeral will be held on Saturday January 20, 2018...

Paul S. Hudson

Paul S. Hudson

Jan 7, 2018

Mr. Paul S. Hudson passed away on Sunday January 7, 2018 in Phoenixville, PA. He was 82 years old. He was born in Pottstown, PA on January 22, 1935. During his life time he was a machine operator for Stanley G. Flagg Co. A funeral will be held on Saturday January 13, 2018 at Bethel Community Church of Pottstown...

Barbara Elizabeth Towson

Barbara Elizabeth Towson

Jan 5, 2018

Ms. Barbara Elizabeth Towson passed away on Friday January 5, 2018 at Pottstown Hospital. She was 89 years old. Barbara was born on June 30, 1928 in Pottstown, Pa. During her life time she worked as a hairdresser. A funeral will be held on Sunday January 14, 2018 at Invictus Ministries, Inc. 79 North Hanover Street, 19464. The viewing...

Marian J. Norfleet

Marian J. Norfleet

Jan 4, 2018

Ms. Marian Joan Norfleet passed away on Thursday January 4, 2018 at the University of the Hospital of Pennsylvania. She was 78 years old. She was born on June 28, 1939 in Lamott, PA. During her life time she worked in the housekeeping industry. A funeral will be held on Tuesday Janauary 16, 2018 at Mount Airy COGIC 6401...

Brenda Joy Clary

Brenda Joy Clary

Dec 28, 2017

Ms. Brenda Joy Clary passed away on Thursday December 28, 2017 at Manor Care. She was 66 years old. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Invictus Ministries, Inc. 79 North Hanover St, Pottstown 19464. The viewing will begin at 9:00 am with the funeral service to follow at 11:00 am. The...

Helen Jean Burroughs

Helen Jean Burroughs

Dec 27, 2017

Ms. Helen Jean Burroughs passed away on Wednesday December 27, 2017 at Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville, PA. She was 59 years old. Helen was born on August 23, 1958 in Pottstown, PA. She was employed with Kencrest working as a caretaker. She will be missed by her mother and sons, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held...

Erica Richardson

Erica Richardson

Dec 26, 2017

Erica Lynn Richardson passed away on Tuesday December 26, 2017 at Temple Hospital in Philadelphia PA. She was 44 years old. During her life time Erica worked in Homecare. A memorial service will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday January 9, 2018 at Mount Airy Church of God in Christ 6401 Ogontz Avenue, Phila., PA 19126. Please keep the...

James Robert Hayden

James Robert Hayden

Dec 24, 2017

Mr. James Robert Hayden passed away on Sunday December 24, 2017 at Crozer Chester Hospital.A funeral will be held on Tuesday January 9, 2018 at Grace of God Christian Center 9039 Eastview Road, 19152. The viewing will begin at 10:00 am with the service to follow at 11:00 am. Burial will be at Northwood Cemetery. Please keep his parents,...

Milton Patton

Milton Patton

Dec 23, 2017

Mr. Milton Patton passed away suddenly on Saturday December 23, 2017 at his residence in Philadelphia, PA. He was 66 years old. Milton was born on May 19, 1951 in Philadelphia, PA. During his lifetime he worked as an engineer for the United States Army of which he retired. A funeral will be held on Monday January 8, 2018...

Winston C. Neal

Winston C. Neal

Dec 22, 2017

Mr. Winston C. Neal passed away on Friday December 22, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pa. He was 75 years old. Winston was born on May 5, 1942 in James City, PA. He was honorably discharged from the US Army.  During his lifetime he worked in the printing industry. A funeral will be held on Tuesday January 2, 2018 at Ervina...

Carolyn Allen- Mensah

Carolyn Allen- Mensah

Dec 16, 2017

Carolyn Renatra Allen- Mensah passed away on Saturday December 16, 2017 at Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She was 67 years old. Carolyn was born on June 12, 1950 in Union, North Carolina. During her lifetime she had worked as a court stenographer for the City of Philadelphia. Graveside services at Ivy Hill Cemetery , Saturday January 6, 2018...

Willie Jane Hill

Willie Jane Hill

Dec 13, 2017

Ms. Willie Jane Hill passed away on Wednesday December 13, 2017 at Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia. She was 87 years old. She was born on October 20, 1930 in Bessemer, Alabama. During her lifetime she worked in the custodial industry. Interment was private at the request of the family.

Otis Joseph Mcallister

Otis Joseph Mcallister

Dec 13, 2017

Otis Joseph McAllister passed away on Wednesday December 13, 2017 in Abington, PA. Otis was 74 years old.  He was born on December 16, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA. During his life time he was a Longshoreman. A funeral will be held on Friday, December 22, 2017 at New Central Baptist Church 2139 Lombard Street, 19146. The interment will be...

Gordon J. .Garrison

Gordon J. .Garrison

Dec 10, 2017

Mr. Gordon J. Garrison passed away on Sunday December 10, 2017 at his residence in the West Oak Lane section of Philadelphia. He would have turned 62 years old on Christmas Day. During his lifetime he worked for the City of Philadelphia. He will truly be missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held at...

Bennie Ray Coffer

Bennie Ray Coffer

Dec 8, 2017

Mr. Bennie Ray Coffer was born on April 22, 1946 in Statesville, NC. He passed away at the Philadelphia Veteran's Nursing home on Friday December 8, 2017 at the age of 71 years old. He was honorably discharged from the US Army. During his lifetime, he worked as a barber, nursing assistant and in security. He will be missed...

John G. Barkasi

John G. Barkasi

Dec 7, 2017

Mr. John G. Barkasi passed away on Thursday December 7, 2017 at Good Shepherd Home in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He was 55 years old. John was born to the late Elbert Oliver and Sandra Ferguson Ellis in Philadelphia, Pa on February 27, 1962. During his lifetime he worked as an accountant for Siemens Corporation.  He will be missed by his...

Karen E. Middleton

Karen E. Middleton

Dec 6, 2017

Ms. Karen Elizabeth Middleton passed away on Wednesday December 6, 2017 following a long illness. She was 68 years old. During her life time she worked as a nursing assistant. A funeral will be held on Friday December 15, 2017 at New Beginnings COGIC, 7282 Woodland Avenue, Phila PA 19142. The viewing will begin at 10:00 am with the...