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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Robin M. Lewis
Dec 21, 2015
Robin M. Lewis, 60 of Harrisburg, passed Monday, December 21, 2015. She was the daughter of Dr. John L. Young and the late Jeanette Phillips. Robin was an Attorney for the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections; she attended Imani African Christian Church and served on the PA and Dauphin County Bar Associations. Robin enjoyed working with her hands in craft making...
Michael E. Betsill Sr.
Dec 19, 2015
Michael E. Betsill Sr., 48 of Harrisburg, passed December 19, 2015 after a long battle with Muscular Dystrophy. He was predeceased by his parents James and MaryAnn Betsill. Michael graduated from Harrisburg School District, was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and was affiliated with MDA. He leaves his wife, Carla Betsill, siblings; Tracey and James Betsill, twin Michelle Heggs (Ron) and...
Floyd G. Hamn
Dec 19, 2015
Floyd Gregory Hamn, was born on February 27th, 1954 in Indian Head, Maryland, to Phyllis Hamn and Randolph Johnson (deceased) and went to be with the Lord, Saturday, December 19th, 2015 in the comfort of the home of his companion and caregiver, Jennifer Ayers. Floyd was an active member of the Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church. As the years moved on, so...
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