Charles Chalk
Aug 22, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Charles Chalk, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on August 22, 2025. He leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his memory.
Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.
Diane Williams
Aug 20, 2025
Diane A. Williams, 74, Daughter of the late James R. and Arletta A. Purcell of Harrisburg, PA peacefully transitioned into her eternal life in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Diane was a graduate of Central Dauphin East High School. She worked for Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency for more than 25 years before retiring in 2013.
With...
Edwin Murphy, Sr.
Aug 17, 2025
Edwin Bruce Murphy, Sr. (affectionately known as Champ or #2) of Harrisburg, PA, was called to be with his Lord on August 17, 2025, at the tender age of 72 years old while residing at River’s Bend Health and Rehab Center, in Harrisburg, PA, after 2 plus years of battling multiple illnesses. Champ was born in Washington, DC., on June...
Marcus Tisinger
Aug 17, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Marcus Tisinger, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on August 17, 2025. He leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his memory.
Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.
Shyia Rorie
Aug 16, 2025
On June 27, 1982, the world was graced with the unforgettable light that was Shyia, born to Father John and Mother Michelle. From the very beginning, she brought laughter, love, and just the right amount of mischief wherever she went.
She was preceded in death by her Grandmother Faye & father John, who surely welcomed her with open arms and probably...
Christine Wright
Aug 14, 2025
Christine Wright was born in Newton, Georgia, to Roosevelt Wright Sr. and Laura Huntley Wright. She was one of eight siblings and the last surviving among them. She was preceded in death by her daughter Stephanie Annette Wright and grandson Thorin Maurice Burgess Jr,. She will be dearly missed by her beloved daughter, Donna Lee Wright, A niece, Sophorina Wright,...
Karen Speaks Monk
Aug 11, 2025
Karen “Sug” Speaks-Monk was born at Polyclinic Hospital in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, October 2, 1951. She received her formal education in the Harrisburg City School System and graduated from William Penn High School in 1970.
After high school, Karen began her career in the healthcare field at a plasma donation center. Outside of work, she could often be found at...
Laura P. Jackson
Aug 11, 2025
Laura Jackson, 96, passed away on August 11, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pa, at the Carolyn Croxton Slane Hospice residence.
Laura Jackson was born in the Spring of 1929 on May 16th in Harrisburg, PA, to parents LeRoy L. Johnson and Fannie Johnson.
Laura enjoyed growing up with her older brother James aka Buzz, older sister Estoria and her younger sister Grace Mary....
Larry McRae
Aug 10, 2025
Larry McRae Sr., affectionately known as “Footie”, transitioned from this life on August 10, 2025, at 60 years old. Larry was born on Thursday, March 25, 1965, in Harrisburg, PA to Sally Wright Strobridge and late Arthur Buddy McRae. Larry was preceded in death by his grandmother, Sally Wright, his two fathers Arthur Buddy McRae and his father Freddy Strobridge,...
Richard A. Jennings, Jr.
Aug 9, 2025
Richard Allen Jennings Jr. passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at Hershey Medical Center. Rick was born on April 25, 1972, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, cousin, friend, and coworker.
Rick was a loving husband of almost 22 years to his wife, Jayna, whom he fell in love with and married in...
Joshua Y. Lopez
Aug 7, 2025
Joshua Lopez passed peacefully on the wings of angels on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, at the age of 17.
Born July 9, 2008, in Hollywood, Florida, to Ramon Lopez and Lily DeJesus, Joshua entered the world a beautiful baby boy, weighing 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and measuring 19 ¼ inches long.
After moving from Florida, Joshua and his family...
Janice Moon
Aug 3, 2025
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Janice Moon, who entered eternal rest on August 3, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on October 10, 1953, in Charles Town, WV, Janice lived a life filled with love, laughter, and resilience, ultimately calling Harrisburg, PA, her home.Janice was a devoted mother to her daughter, Michelle Crosby...
Dorothy "Dot" Bacon
Jul 28, 2025
Dorothy "Dot" Bacon, born March 6, 1940, entered eternal life on Monday, July 28, 2025. Dot reunited with her parents, Lonnie Johnson Sr., Lena M. Newsome, step-father Charles C. Newsome, and brother Lonnie Johnson Jr. Dot was the oldest of 7 children and was raised in Waltourville, GA.
Dot was a strong, resilient woman and exuded comfort. She rarely complained and...
William Jefferson
Jul 18, 2025
William Jefferson, known affectionately as Bill, lived a life rich with love, laughter, and purpose. On July 18, 2025, he peacefully passed at home, surrounded by memories of a life well-lived. Born on June 22, 1936, in Bellport, Long Island, New York, to the late Leroy and Margaret (Washington) Jefferson, he was a treasured Son, Brother, Dad, Pop-Pop, Uncle, and...
Dashon Michael Walker Banks
Jul 14, 2025
Today we gather to celebrate the life of Dashon Michael Walker Banks, who lived an eventful life until he went home to be with the Lord on July 14, 2025, at the age of 33.
Dashon was born on June 28, 1992, in Harrisburg, PA to Deidre E. Walker and the late Robert “Butch” Elvin Banks who transitioned from this earthly...
Remigio Baerga, Jr.
Jul 14, 2025
Remigio Baerga, Jr. was born February 20, 1955, in Manhattan, New York, to the late Remigio Baerga and Hilda Bayron. He was the second and youngest of two sons. He is predeceased by his brother, Franklin.
Remigio grew up in the Hunting Park area of Philadelphia, where he received his formal education. He played football in high school and was an...
Athena Camille Simpson
Jul 13, 2025
Athena Camille Lee was born on January 18, 1957, to Norma J. Mack and Varnoy Lee. Athena graduated from Harrisburg High School in 1975. After graduation, she attended the Job Corp. in Drums, PA, where she completed all phases of the Keystone Job Corps Incentive System. While in attendance, she received a certification of recognition as a Job Corps Woman....
Barneda F. Bowles Waddell
Jul 12, 2025
Barneda “Bonnie” Bowles Waddell, 102, of Harrisburg, PA, passed peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025. She was born on June 29, 1923, in Henderson, Kentucky, the second oldest of eight children born to the late Theotto and Luvata Bowles.
Barneda attended elementary and secondary schools in Champaign, Illinois. She relocated to Harrisburg in 1945 and worked as a Relief House Parent...
Kamari Waddy
Jul 11, 2025
Kamari Isaiah Waddy, 15, of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, affectionately known as KK and Mari, entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2025. Born on January 15, 2010, in Towson, Maryland, Kamari was the beloved son of Shameka Alicia Carey and the late Andre David Waddy.
Kamari was preparing to enter the 10th grade at Shippensburg Senior High School, full of ambition and...
Jason Edward Davis
Jul 7, 2025
Jason was born May 22, 1972, the middle child to Bette Davis (deceased). He departed this life on Monday, July 7, 2025.
After the death of his mother, Jason and his brother Clarence moved to Pittsburgh with their aunt, Kizetta Vaughn. While in Pittsburgh, Jason attended Churchill High School and in his senior year, he moved back to Harrisburg with his...
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