Obituaries

Dec 30, 2018

Dec 29, 2018

Geraldine Mildred Copes entered into this world on November 12, 1960 to the late James Atwater and Ruth Atwater in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Geraldine Copes affectionately known as "Gerri" grew up in South Philadelphia and received her formal education in the Philadelphia public school system. Gerri was preceded in death by her two brothers Thomas Copes, Walter Copes a sister Barbra...

Dec 28, 2018

Frank E. Gordon was born on May 23rd, 1936 in Savannah, Georgia to the late Dr. Asa H. Gordon and Dr. Joan L. Gordon. He attended high school and college in Savannah, GA. Frank met his wife Clanthie in high school, and the dated in college. Frank was the oldest of two children and very proud of the research of...

Dec 25, 2018

Karl Eugene Massey Sr. was born on April 30th, 1963 to the late Wardell and Johnnie Mae massey of Charlotte, NC. Karl was affectionately known as "Pimpin" by his brother Steven, but to everyone else he's known as "Massey Boy". Karl leaves to cherish his memory; His Wife Deborah; six children, Iesha, Karl Jr., Kevin, Marquiey Massey, Shantaye Conner, and...

Dec 23, 2018

Dec 22, 2018

Almeta "Cute" Foster was born on July 17th, 1922 in Pinewood, South Carolina. Her Parents were the William and Elizabeth Lawrence Almeta was raised on a farm where her chores included feeding and caring forthe chickens. She learned how to cook "Hoe Cakes" and rice amongest other foods on an open fire in the yard. Her industrious ways started at...

Dec 18, 2018

Kwame Rahim Reed, affectionately known as "Cheese" was born on July 21st, 1991 in Philadelphia, Pa to Leonard Leary and Adrian Reed. Kwame and Leonard than moved to Michigan where Kwame started attending the Ann Arbor School System. Kwame was survived by his Father Leonard Leary and Step- Mother Latrease Price, Sisters, Jordan Leary and Ma'Kalya Denise Leary (Preceding him...

Dec 18, 2018

Rosaline M. Jackson was born on July 1st 1963 in Bridgetown, Barbados, the daughter of Trevor Straker and Frances Cato George. Her siblings include her two brothers Robert L. James and Roger W. James. Church was an important part of her life and she attended St Phillip's Church on a regular basis in South Philadelphia. She volounteered and took part...

Dec 11, 2018

Roberta Williams was born September 13,1938 to Lillie Mae and Clarence Marshall in Pelham,Georgia. Roberta attended Mitchell County Technical School which served as the platform to her extensive, professional career in nursing. Left to cherish her memory is:her daughter Phyllis and son Thomas; three sisters,Diane,Patricia, and Katherine; four grand-daughters, Tara,Noni,Tanita, and Jannah; one grandson,Orville Jr.; four great-granddaughters, and three great-grandsons;...

Dec 10, 2018

Doris Barksdale- Matthews was born on March 3rd, 1959 to the late Tommie Barksdale and Marie Barksdale (Wilson). Doris passed away peacefully on Monday, December 10th, 2018. Doris had a impeccable memory. She could recall everyone's age and birthdate to perfection. She was predeceased by her parents, her siblings; mabel, Herbert Jr., Calvin, and Kenneth. She is survived by sister...

Dec 9, 2018

Martin Yarborough best known as Marty was born onMarch 11,1948 to his loving mother Anna Mae Clark. Preceding him in death were his mother Anna Mae,grandmother Frances,sister Cookie and the love of his life Marilyn. He will truly be missed by those he leaves behind: daughter,Angelique Ryan,three grandsons Khalil(Shannah),Jaheel and Najee,(who he nicknamed Crash and The Raptors) three great grandchildren...

Dec 6, 2018

William A. Jones, Affectionately known as billy or BJ humbly departed his earthly vessel to be at home with his lord and Savior Christ Jesus on the 6th day of December 2018. Billy was the 5th child born to the late Robert and Christine Jones on July 12,1943. William Arthur Jones was preceded in death by his Parents, Robert and...

Dec 6, 2018

Aretha Marie Johnson affectionately known as Tresa, Re or Re-Re was born on January 7th, 1962 to the late Nathaniel and Alberta Johnson in Philadelphia Pa. She was the youngest of four children. Her only brother Nathaniel Jr. affectionately know as (Sunny Boy) preceded her in death. Aretha leaves to cherish memories her fiance Donnie Moore, two children Richard A...

Dec 6, 2018

James Edward Oglesby affectionately known as "Pete" was born in Elberton, Georgia on November 17th 1925 tothe late Homer C. Oglesby anf Flossie Oglesby. He was fourth of the six children. Survived by Sadie Harold, Samuel Oglesby, Homerzella Blackwell, Coy Oglesby, and John Oglesby who proceeded him in death. Also proceeding James in death is his wife Sue, his oldest...

Dec 5, 2018

Our daughter Yoliswa Beatrice Barbara (better known as Lulu by family and friends) was born on September 29th, 1980. She was truly a gift and possessed a kind, compassionate and soft- spoken spirit. Work was important to Yoliswa as reflected by her strong work ethic. During her too short career, Yoliswa held management positions, but she especially loved her work...

Dec 4, 2018

Norman H. Brazier was born to Thelma and Samuel Brazier, Sr. on August 28th, 1944 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. He joined Greater Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in the early 1970's under the leadership of Rev. Hendon and Deacon Arthur Coles, Sr., served as a deacon. he was a member of the Round Table, Male Chorus and Soup Kitchen. Norman was always...

Nov 30, 2018

John E. Woods was born on June 13,1950 in Philadelphia,PA. He was called home on a Friday, November 30,2018. John was the only son to the late Gwendolyn Woods and Kenneth Scott. John leaves to cherish his memory,his wife Pearl,Siblings,Delcine,Elizabeth,Cheryl,Renee and Anara;Daughter, Shawnda (Nancy);two grandchildren, Shatora and Christopher;Aunt and Uncle, Peter and Alexia Scott,Stepmother, Claudia Scott;nieces,Nephews,great and great-great nieces and...

Nov 30, 2018

Nov 30, 2018

Frederick W. Green, affectionately know as Skip on November 30,2018 at 11:30 A.M. Skip, the youngest of six children, was born to Walter and Naomi Green on August 21,1944 in Camden,New Jersey. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Skip leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of eleven years , Baby Phat; two sons, Frederick...

Nov 29, 2018

Audrey E. Myers was born October 15, 1950 in Philadelphia, Pa. to Catherine Wilkins and Aubrey Upshur Sr. who are both deceased. She married Bernard "Shot" Myers August 22nd, 1987 and remained his devoted wife until his death on December 18, 2006. In the good times and the bad times she was there "till death do we part." She leaves...