Obituaries

Jan 8, 2022

On January 8, 2022, the Lord our Father wrapped his loving arms around our beloved Arlene Theresa Rily. He quietly closed her eyes and she was called home to eternal rest. Arlene T. Riley was born June 13, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA to Dudley and Marion Riley, who preceded her in death. Arlene received her education in the Philadelphia Public...

Jan 8, 2022

Jan 7, 2022

Joseph Gerald Johnson was born to the late John and Evelyn Johnson on August 13, 1927 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joseph (affectionately known as "Jerry") was educated in the Philadelphia school system. As a youth he liked to go horseback riding and he enjoyed picking vegetables with his father in their vegetable garden. As a teenager, his oldest brother, Johnny taught...

Jan 3, 2022

Helena was born and raised in South Philadelphia to Winona Wesley and Warren Brewer in 1960. Helena went to South Philadelphia high school where she obtained her high school diploma and later worked at the Philadelphia School District for over 20years. Lady was common law married to Galveston Morris Jr. for 32 years and together they raised two children Shaneen...

Jan 2, 2022

Jimmie L. Savage was born on March 5, 1947 to the late Chrome and Rosa Lee Savage in Tillery, North Carolina. Later, he moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as a young child with his family. Jimmie, also known as "Jimboy" by family and friends, passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Dementia on January 2, 2022. Jimmie received his education...

Jan 1, 2022

Leroy G. Sample, was born on December 29, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Robert & Ida Sample, both of whom preceded him in death. Almighty God, in his infinite wisdom brought Leroy home to forever be with him on January 1, 2022. He was the second born of four children. Leroy was educated in the Philadelphia school system....

Dec 29, 2021

Glenda Burden-Love, was born to the late Evelyn Estes, on September 17, 1946, in Macon, Georgia. She was a kind, caring and fun love soul, who loved God and had an abundance of faith. Glenda received her Education in Macon, Georgia and the Philadelphia Public School System. In 1966, she joined the Hortense Allen Dancers and the A.G.M.A. She danced...

Dec 29, 2021

Charles E. Scott lll also known as Khalil was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 18th 1970 to Deborah and Charles Scott. He was the only boy of 5 children.

Charles was educated in the Philadelphia school system. He was a caring person with a Mr. Big Personality. He can fill a room with laughter and smiles. He greatly enjoyed...

Dec 29, 2021

Kathleen affectionally known as Kathy departed this life on December 29th , 2021, suddenly.

Kathy was born to the late Mable Woodards and John Selby. Kathy was educated in the public school system and graduated from the 12th grade from South Philadelphia High School.

after completing her education, she worked part time at the Philadelphia Navel Base and was hired...

Dec 25, 2021

Dec 24, 2021

Madeleine Brinson-Butler was one of seven children born to the late William and Lether Brinson on November 15, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was affectionately known to her family as "Mal" and to her friends and neighborhood as "Ms. Penny"> While at the Methodist Hospital God in his infinite wisdom called her home on December 24, 2021. Madeleine received her...

Dec 22, 2021

Dec 22, 2021

Dec 20, 2021

Ellen Green Bryant, daughter of the late Samuel Green Jr. and Elizabeth Green was born on May 9th, 1948, in Philadelphia Pa. She was the sixth of eight children. Ellen was educated in the Philadelphia School System, she attended Arthur Elementary School and Barlett Junior Highschool. During high school Ellen was very athletic, track and field was her gift. Ellen...

Dec 17, 2021

Derek Mitchell Almond known to many as “Aladu” was born on September 14th,1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Janette Almond (Smith). He was raised by Janette and his stepfather, John Smith (who proceeded him in death) at their home in South Philadelphia. Derek was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System. As a child, he loved to draw.This was...

Dec 17, 2021

Dec 17, 2021

Charles Edward Saunders Jr. was called home on December 17th 2021. Charles was the Eldest son born to the late Charles & Wilhelmina Saunders sr. on February 24th, 1952. He was preceded in death by three siblings: Carolyn, Joseph and Aaron Sr., his daughter; Latifah and granddaughter: Hyneia. On September 5th, 2015 he married Ayesha H. Bey. Charles was educated...

Dec 13, 2021

She was preceded in death by her parents, only child- Leroy Cason and and two grandsons Leroy Cason ll and Hassan Omar Cason.

She leaves to mourn her grandchildren; Aprile Cason, Shanetta Chamberlain and Kevin Fulmore; Great grandchildren; Amira Cason, Ilani Cason, Dominique Chamberlain and Malachi Whitener-Cason; Great great grandchildren: Khalil "King" Hall, Jr. and Qua'mir Wyatt. A host of...

Dec 12, 2021

Pastor Tyrone Hayes, Sr. Servant of God / A Friend to God’s People Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.” Psalms 51:10-12 “Who would think I would spend all day in church?” “There are not...

Dec 8, 2021

Darren Fischer was born on October 6, 1967, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After a brief illness, Darren entered eternal life to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, at his home in Williamsport PA. Darren was the third born son of Stanley Everett Fischer and Lillian Juanita Fischer, who have both preceded him in death. Darren was educated in...