OBITUARIES

Jun 25, 2021

Kim was a beautiful woman both inside and out. There was not a single person that did not love her, and it is evidently shown with everyone who is here today to celebrate her life.

Kim left us on June 25, 2021, with her family by her side. She was born July 24, 1970, to Lucille Layton...

Jun 14, 2021

Noraa Unique Wilson, 4 years old, of Harrisburg Pennsylvania received her wings on Monday June 14th, 2021, due to a fatal car accident.

Noraa was born in Harrisburg on January 12th, 2017, and to be starting preschool soon Noraa was soo excited. She loved to paint and draw with her chalk; she drew her family a lot....

Jun 5, 2021

Sue Hamilton James, 66 of Harrisburg, and reared in Bedford, PA passed peacefully on June 5, 2021. The daughter of the late Elmer and Rebecca Hamilton. Sue retired from Penn State Hershey after 18 years as a Nurse Practitioner. She enjoyed biking, tap dancing, running, and zumba. Along with her parents she was predeceased by her husband; Thomas L....

Jun 2, 2021

Your spirit was brought to us from a wish made of love.

We couldn’t believe it when we realized we’ve been blessed from above.

In my womb you were growing slowly, but I found peace knowing you were there.

Then came the tears of loss and I wanted to know how life could...

Jun 2, 2021

Mary L. Phelps-Adams, 79 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on June 2, 2021. The daughter of the late Luther and Emma Phelps and raised in Greenville, S.C. Mary retired from Villa Theresa as a Nursing Assistant. She studied the word at Kingdom Hall, enjoyed cooking, gardening, watching her favorite shows and loving on her grandchildren. Mary leaves to cherish her...

May 30, 2021

Robert L. Joppy, affectionately known by family and friends as “Teddy” of Susquehanna Township, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania went home to Jesus on May 30, 2021 at the age of 86.

Robert was born one of 10 children to the late Robert L. Joppy Sr. and Ella Diggs-Joppy in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1934. He received his formal...

May 27, 2021

Constance “Connie” Peterson 79, of Harrisburg passed peacefully on May 27, 2021. She was born in Steelton, PA to the late Robert Hanna and Lucille (Benjamin) Hanna.

She was educated in the Steelton Public Schools System having attended Hygienic Elementary School and Steelton High School, graduating in 1960. As a child she was a member of Monumental...

May 20, 2021

Tony A. Watlington 52, of Harrisburg passed peacefully on May 20, 2021. He is the son of Oscar Watlington and Deborrah Watlington.

He was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church where he served on the Youth Missionary, Youth Choir, Food Bank and helped serve in the kitchen.  Tony was a graduate of Harrisburg High School, were...

May 17, 2021

Karen Darlene Crummel, 65, born February 20, 1956 in Harrisburg, PA to the late Anna Mae Crummel and George James Crummel Sr. Karen transitioned into eternal glory on Monday, May 17, 2021 in the comfort of her home. She graduated from Harrisburg High School, Class of 1974. She attended Harrisburg Area Community College & Empire Beauty School. Karen was...

May 16, 2021

Christopher Lamar Walton was born April 2, 1991 in Harrisburg, PA. He entered into eternal rest on May 16, 2021 surrounded by his family at the age of 30. He was the son of the late Ronald Walton and Lorraine Warren. Predeceased by his paternal grandparents Joseph and Doris Walton and his maternal grandparents Moses Jr. and Areatha Lee....

May 12, 2021

Mary M. Shepherd was born on July 24, 1957 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. During her time here with us, she enjoyed crossword puzzles, sewing, crocheting, cooking, and spending time with her family.

Mary was the first daughter to her mother, Rhea Shepherd and she brought the light through the darkness and made a positive impact to anyone who graced her presence. She was...

May 11, 2021

Danita G. Williams, 66 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on May 7, 2021. She was the daughter of Elizabeth Williams and the late Glenn Williams Jr., she was also predeceased by her siblings; Sybil and John Williams.  Danita worked as an Administrative Assistant for Dauphin County for over 20 years. She was an avid Eagle’s fan, who loved her family,...

May 11, 2021

Jean Camacci, 87, of Harrisburg, passed away on Tuesday, May11, 2021, in the home of her daughter, while holding the hands of two of her grandsons.

Jean was the daughter of Neil and Irene Pancerella of Shenandoah, PA. She moved to Harrisburg in 1957. She worked and retired from the Commonwealth of PA, Department of Revenue.

May 7, 2021

Wilfredo Ortiz-Cruz, 45 of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania was born on May 24, 1975. He was the son of Roberto Oritz-Lopez and Ana Luisa Cruz. Wilfredo was born and raised in Guayama, Puerto Rico. He was loved greatly by his children, his extended family and friends. Services were held on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 3 p.m.

May 7, 2021

Garibaldi Jos Mensah-Agbokpor, 40 of State College, PA passed peacefully on May 7, 2021. He is the son of Garibaldi Ayikai and Aba (Sagoe) Mensah-Agbokpor and born in Ghana. Garibaldi attended State College Assembly of God and Pentecost USA Inc. He was a Loan Counselor at PSECU and enjoyed soccer, lifting weights and freshwater fish. Garibaldi leaves behind to...

May 4, 2021

Joe Henry Hearn was a good-looking man with a magnetic personality & an infectious smile which set the tone for laughs and a good time everywhere he went. Joe was also a hardworking man. His tenacious work ethic, tough exterior, and take no mess mentality, combined with his kind & giving heart, made him a reliable and loyal provider and...

May 4, 2021

Delmar Cornelius King 33, was born December 31, 1987 in Gadsden, AL. He is the son of Dockress Jean King and Victor Mature Russell.  Delmar went home to be with the Lord on May 4, 2021, after being missing for almost two months from his home in Harrisburg, PA.

Delmar was affectionately known as “Rece Trap” to his close friends....

May 3, 2021

Richard L. Henderson Sr., 73 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on May 3, 2021. He was the son of the late James and Delores Henderson and predeceased by 4 siblings; James, Denzel, Donald Henderson and Robert Banks. Richard retired from New Cumberland Army Depot, Patriot News Delivery and Dry Cleaning Industry. He also enjoyed playing pool, sports and was a sharp...

Apr 29, 2021

Arthur Geer Venie was born on June 7, 1946 in Front Royal Virginia to Clara V. Venie. At the age of 6 Arthur moved with his sister and mother to Harrisburg PA to have a better life. While in high school Arthur learned to type at the speed  of 110 words a minute and after high school graduation Arthur was...

Apr 29, 2021

Robert Haygood was born August 21, 1950, to the union of Charlie Haggood and Mary Baily Haggood. He passed away April 29, 2021. Robert was educated in Calhoun county Public Schools. He started carpentry work at the age of 14. He worked in construction for 16 years, and was a Journeyman for Local Union 158 for 9 years.

 Robert was...