OBITUARIES

Jules A. Davis

Jules A. Davis

Feb 16, 2016

Jules A. Davis, aka “Ironman” was the son of the late Frank A. Davis and Ruth (Stevenson) Davis. He retired as a Physician’s Assistant with the Health & Hospital Corp. in New York.  He loved hunting, fishing, gun collecting and was a real outdoor’s man. He loved the outdoors especially picnics and gathering with family and friends. Jules was always available...

Dathne D. Garris

Dathne D. Garris

Feb 15, 2016

Dathne D. Garris, 45 of Carlisle, passed unexpectedly on February 15, 2016. Dathne was employed at NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania as a Contract Specialist in the Nuclear Contracting Department. Services will be held on February 28, 2016 at 2 p.m. in New Life Holiness Church, 3821 Grady Road, Mullins, SC and burial in Florence National Cemetery on...

Gregory E. Holliday

Gregory E. Holliday

Feb 11, 2016

Gregory E. Holliday, 64 of Harrisburg passed February 11, 2016. He was born in Savannah, GA to Jesse Dickens and the late Virginia Holliday. Greg was a retired Nurse’s Assistant for Pinnacle Health; attended Kingdom Hall, Union Deposit, enjoyed computers, reading, games and spending time with family and friends. Along with his father he is survived by step-mother Mary Dickens,...

Kathryn Rogers

Kathryn Rogers

Feb 10, 2016

Kathryn Peterkin Rogers was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 26, 1936 to the late Alexander Peterkin and Annie Bradshaw-Peterkin. She was educated in the NC school system. Kathy graduated from Eastern District H.S. and attended Hunter College. She worked as a secretary for various city agencies. Kathy met her former husband Joseph Rogers and they were married on New...

Katherine A. Williams

Katherine A. Williams

Feb 8, 2016

Katherine A. Williams, 59 of Harrisburg, passed February 8, 2016 in Harrisburg Hospital.  She was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Delores Williams. Katherine was a member of Warren Memorial Baptist Church, a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 30 years and enjoyed bingo, cards and cooking. She leaves her sons; James and Leslie Williams, siblings; Leslie, Theresa and Edna (Brown)...

Rufus Slade Jr.

Rufus Slade Jr.

Feb 1, 2016

Rufus Slade Jr., 87 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on February 1, 2016 in Community General Osteopathic Hospital. Rufus was the son of the late Rufus and Viola Jackson-Slade. He was an Army Veteran, retired from New Cumberland Army Depot as an Aircraft and Helicopter Technician and from Highmark in Security.  Rufus was a member of Ephriam Slaughter American Legion Post #733;...

Tanisha M. Murray

Tanisha M. Murray

Feb 1, 2016

Tanisha M. Murray, 32 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Monday, February 1, 2016. She was the daughter of Sonya Bartow and the late Thomas Murray Sr. Tanisha was a movie buff, she enjoyed shopping, bowling and music, but mostly spending time with her children and family. Tanisha leaves her three children; Tymir, Taliha and Tyrese Murray, siblings; Thomas Jr., Tyshawn,...

Julius W. Garrett

Julius W. Garrett

Feb 1, 2016

Deacon Julius W. Garrett Sr., 91 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2016. Julius was predeceased by his wife, Eva Garrett, whom he adored and two children; Elvira and David Garrett. Julius was one of the best known piano tuners in Central Pennsylvania. He worked with many celebrities and was a piano tuner for more than 60 years....

Freddie Jay Williams

Freddie Jay Williams

Feb 1, 2016

Freddie Jay Williams, 49 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Monday, February 1, 2016. He was the son of Freddie Williams and the late Ruby Duffin Jeffries and predeceased by a sister Darlene Duffin. He was employed at REM as a laborer and enjoyed music, dancing and people. Freddie Jay was known for his sense of humor and always found a...

Sarah C. Banks

Sarah C. Banks

Jan 25, 2016

Sarah C. Banks, 99, formerly of Warren, passed on January 25, 2016 in Hospice of Philadelphia. She was the daughter of the late Abe and Lola Wells.  She attended Friendship Baptist Church, enjoyed sewing, making hats, working on serge and bingo. Sarah is survived by her children; David, Faye, Ertha, Sarah and Margaret Banks, a sister Estelle Selvey, 3 grandchildren, 4...

Tyrone King

Tyrone King

Jan 21, 2016

Tyrone King, 67 of Lebanon, passed Thursday, January 21, 2016 in Lebanon VA Hospital.  Mr. King was an Air Force Veteran and retired from the Commonwealth, Department of Revenue. He enjoyed photography and sports. Tyrone is survived by a daughter Tammy King Turner, granddaughter Ciarra Turner both of Georgia, half sister Vera Ellen Thomas of Pittsburgh, uncles and aunts; William King,...

Ryan E. Chase

Ryan E. Chase

Jan 20, 2016

Ryan E. Chase, 24 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Wednesday, January 20, 2016. He was a graduate of Harrisburg High School, he enjoyed basketball and was a member of the Boy’s and Girl’s Club. Ryan is survived by his parents Richard and Karen Chase, a son Da`ryan, siblings; Isaiah, Kapri, Ericka, Eric Jr., Richard III, Lucas, Kenya, Kendale, Kross, Dontrece...

Dorthee L. Holmes

Dorthee L. Holmes

Jan 15, 2016

Dorothee L. Holmes, 96 of Harrisburg, formerly of Elmira, NY passed January 15, 2016. Dorothee was the daughter of the late Harold and Dorothy Hurst, predeceased by husband Benjamin Holmes, sons Anthony and Michael Holmes. She was a member of Grace Episcopal Church; the Vestry, Alter Gill, Sunday School Teacher, Board Member of Family Services, EFA and Church Retreats. She...

Carl C. Roseboro

Carl C. Roseboro

Jan 7, 2016

Carl C. Roseboro, 93 of Harrisburg, passed Thursday, January 7, 2016. Carl a Navy Veteran was the son of the late Edward Roseboro and Nannie Parker. He was a Building Engineer for the City of New York; enjoyed walking, the news, the Giants and Yankees. Carl is survived by his children; Judith, Cedric and Janine Roseborough, a brother Arthur Roseborough,...

Sinnie B. Travick

Sinnie B. Travick

Jan 6, 2016

Sinnie B. Travick, 99 of Harrisburg, passed on January 6, 2016. She was predeceased by her parents, Matthew and Hattie Simmons, husband George “Dunnie” Travick, daughters Carolyn Curtis Bryant and Mary Travick.  Sinnie was a former member of St. Paul Baptist Church, last member of the Los Amigos and founding member of Summit Terrace Association. She(s) celebrated by daughter Agnes and...

Inman Smith

Inman Smith

Jan 4, 2016

Inman “Immett” Smith, 61 of Harrisburg, passed Jan. 4, 2015. He was the son of the late Charles Gordon and Romance Smith and predeceased by a daughter Nicole Denise Waters. He enjoyed music, westerns, sports and visiting friends and family. Inman is survived by his siblings; Bernell Lewis, Evelyn and Willie (Lori) Gordon, Mamie (James) Sinkler, Eloise (Willie) Cooper, Grace...

Wesley T. Morris

Wesley T. Morris

Dec 31, 2015

Wesley T. Morris, 96 of Harrisburg, passed Dec. 31, 2015. He was the son of the late Reva Morris and Hunter Paige, Sr. Wesley a WWII Veteran, retired from the US Postal Service and was predeceased by 5 siblings; Helen Morris, Elizabeth Early, Dorothy Hunter, Samuel and Watson Paige. He is survived by a sister Mary Payne, 42 nieces and...

Howard McKamey II

Howard McKamey II

Dec 30, 2015

Howard "Howdy" M. McKamey II, 63 of Steelton, passed at home on December 30, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents Howard and Mae McKamey and sister, Linda McKamey. Howdy worked at Berg Electronics as a machinist, an art teacher at William Penn and he was an extremely talented artist. He is survived by his daughter Tara McKamey, step-daughter Shaliah...

Hazel R. Clemons

Hazel R. Clemons

Dec 29, 2015

Hazel R. Clemons, 79 of Harrisburg, passed December 29, 2015 in Danville, PA. She was the daughter of the late John and Leona Williford and member of Emanuel COGIC. Hazel worked at Pomeroy's/Bon-Ton for years and enjoyed Christian television, music, traveling and her grandchildren. She leaves her husband Erskine Clemons, children Ray (Catherine) Holden, Barbara (Jeff) Holden, Randall (Karen) Clemons,...

Joanella Morrison

Joanella Morrison

Dec 28, 2015

Joanella (Jenkins) Morrison, daughter of James A. and Irene H. Jenkins (both deceased), was born on October 17, 1954 in Pittsburgh, PA, and was welcomed home eternally on Monday, December 28, 2015. Joanella graduated from the first class of Harrisburg High School, 1972. Joanie, which she was lovingly called by family and friends, retired from the PA Department of Disability...