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Harold Clark

Harold Clark

Sep 25, 2016

Mr Harold Clark passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2016 at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, Pennsylvania. He was 93 years old. During his lifetime, he was a veteran of the Unites States Air Force and he retired from the transportation industry. Please keep his wife and children in your prayers.

Preston English

Preston English

Sep 24, 2016

Preston English passed away on Saturday September 24, 2016 in Philadelphia, PA. He was 58 years old. Please keep his family in your prayers. The funeral will be held on Monday October 3, 2016 at Second Baptist Church of Nicetown, 3837 Germantown Avenue, Phila., PA. 19140. The viewing will begin at 10:00 am with service to follow at 11:00...

Deidra Marie Kee

Deidra Marie Kee

Sep 22, 2016

Our beloved Deidra Marie Kee went home to be with the Lord on September 22, 2016. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Pentecostal Bridegroom Temple, 65th & Wyncote Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. 19138. The viewing will begin at 9:00 am with service to follow at 10:00 am. The interment will be held at  Fairview Cemetery...

Reginald Hinton

Reginald Hinton

Sep 21, 2016

Mr. Reginald Hinton passed away on Wednesday September 21, 2016 at Holy Redeemer Hospital in Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania. He was 85 years old. During his lifetime he had many careers including working as an entertainment manager. He was also a veteran of the US Army serving in the Korean War. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 29, 2016...

Thelma Applegate

Thelma Applegate

Sep 20, 2016

Ms. Thelma Applegate passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was 90 years old. A retired educator in the Philadelphia School District, Thelma enjoyed teaching and gardening. She will be missed by her children and other relatives and friends. The following is the service schedule with all services to be held...

Cora Jane Small

Cora Jane Small

Sep 17, 2016

Cora J. Smalls, passed away on Saturday September 17, 2016 in Elkton, Maryland. She was 74 years old. Born and raised in Philadelphia, she moved to Maryland to be close to her daughter. Her family will celebrate her life with funeral services on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Ervina White Beauford Funeral Service, P.C. 2134 Stenton Avenue, Phila., PA....

Ruth E. Miles

Ruth E. Miles

Sep 16, 2016

Our beloved Ruth Elisabeth Scott Miles was called from labor to reward on Friday, September 16, 2016. She was 55 years old. Blessed with many talents and spiritual gifts, she was truly a wonderful women of God. Ruth had a beautiful smile and loving spirit, she will truly be missed by family and friends. Home going services will be...

Lucio Ortiz Benitez

Lucio Ortiz Benitez

Sep 14, 2016

Lucio Ortiz Benitez, passed away in South Philadelphia on Wednesday September 14, 2016 after a brief illness.  He was 37 years old. A native of Mexico, he found work in the USA as a baker's helper. He also found the love of his life, Roberta and the two married. Inurnment will be held in Mexico.

Doris Chestnut

Doris Chestnut

Sep 14, 2016

Ms. Doris Chestnut passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at her residence in Pottsgrove, Pennsylvania. She was 79. She will be missed by her loving family and friends. Funeral arrangements will be for Saturday, September 24, 2016, Heart of God Family Worship Center, 201 N. Hanover Street, Pottstown, PA. 19464. The viewing begins at 8:00 am and the...

Darryl Vance Singleton

Darryl Vance Singleton

Sep 13, 2016

Mr. Darryl Vance Singleton passed away on Tuesday September 13, 2016 in Southwest Philadelphia, one day before his 25th birthday. Darryl was a nice respectable good young man. He was currently working and a student. He will be missed by his parents, brothers, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, September...

Lena Riley

Lena Riley

Sep 13, 2016

Ms. Lena Riley passed away at her residence in the East Germantown section of Philadelphia, on Tuesday September 13, 2016. She was 49 years old. The family will hold a memorial service on Monday, September 26, 2016 10:00 am at Ervina White Beauford Funeral Service, P.C. 2134 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. 19138. Please keep her family in your prayers....

Melvin K. Turner ,Sr.

Melvin K. Turner ,Sr.

Sep 11, 2016

Mr. Melvin K. Turner, Sr., passed away on Sunday September 11, 2016 in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, PA. He was 61 years old. He was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and was a  devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Melvin was a conductor for SEPTA at the time of his passing and a member of Mt....

Joe L. Jennings

Joe L. Jennings

Sep 6, 2016

Mr. Joe L. Jennings passed away on Tuesday September, 6, 2016 at his residence in the Cedarbrook section of Philadelphia, PA. He was 72 years old. Family and friends will celebrate his life on Friday September 16, 2016 at the Ervina White Beauford Funeral Home, P.C. (Philadelphia Branch) 2134 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. 19138.  The viewing is at 10:00...

Pastor Thelma Jones

Pastor Thelma Jones

Sep 5, 2016

Pastor Thelma Jones, was called from labor to reward by God on Monday September 5, 2016. The Beloved Pastor and Founder of Faith Pentecost House of Prayer was 69 years old. Funeral Services are to be held on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Pentecostal Bridegroom Temple, 65th and Wyncote Ave. Phila, PA. The viewing begins at 8:00 am with...

Frederick "Buckwheat" Evans

Frederick "Buckwheat" Evans

Sep 4, 2016

Mr. Frederick Evans, known as "Buck" or "Buckwheat" to family and friends, passed away suddenly on Sunday September 4, 2016 in North Carolina. He was 51 years old.  A resident of Philadelphia, he will be missed by many family and friends who will celebrate his life with a memorial service  on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at 10:00 AM at...

Taj'Anae Siler

Taj'Anae Siler

Sep 3, 2016

Taj'Anae Shataya Vanessa Siler passed away on September 3, 2016. She was 16 years old.  Her family was notified of her passing on November 3, 2016. During this difficult time, please keep her entire family in prayer as they plan a service to honor her memory. A service will be held 11:00 am  on Friday December 2, 2016 at...

Joanne S. Thompson

Joanne S. Thompson

Sep 1, 2016

Joanne Thompson passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 1, 2016 in the Germantown section of Philadelphia.  She was 70 years old. She was a faithful member of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church prior to her decline in health. Please keep the family in your prayers. Funeral Friday September 9, 2016 at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. Viewing 8-10am with burial to...

Harold Furcron

Harold Furcron

Aug 28, 2016

Mr. Harold Furcron passed away on Sunday August 28, 2016 at Chestnut Hill Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was 75 years old. Prior to retirement, he was the owner of a local meat  store in the Olney Section of Philadelphia for years. He was the best butcher in the community. He had been an active member of the Kingdom...

Imani Tanea Foster

Imani Tanea Foster

Aug 27, 2016

Imani Foster passed away on Saturday August 27, 2016 at her residence in West Philadelphia. She was 41 years old. She will be missed dearly by her loving family and friends. A memorial celebration will be held by the family at a later date. Please keep the family in your prayers.

Richard Scholwinski

Richard Scholwinski

Aug 26, 2016

Mr. Richard Scholwinski of West Philadelphia passed away on August 26, 2016 after a brief illness. He was 58 years old. Loved ones and friends are planning a memorial service for Richard. Please check back for service details. Keep the family in your prayers.