OBITUARIES

Jun 18, 2015

Jun 13, 2015

Jun 13, 2015

Debbie F. Gibson, 55 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Saturday, June 13, 2015. Debbie was the daughter of Janet Gibson and John Payne. She was a graduate of Harrisburg High School and employed at the New Cumberland Army Depot for 13 years. Debbie was an avid sports fan; she loved the Cougars and reading. She leaves to mourn in addition...

May 31, 2015

Claire Gwendolyn Whyte, 101 of Harrisburg passed peacefully with her family at her side on Sunday, May 31, 2015. She was a seamstress who loved crocheting, baking and babysitting. Mrs. Whyte leaves to mourn her devoted children, Nerissa Daley, Leroy Gunning and Baby Dee predeceased her, also leaving Nolan Gunning, Vincent Nelson, Hycenth Nickle, Winfield Whyte, Mazie and son-in-law Headley...

May 27, 2015

Matthew J. Chaplin, 28 of Harrisburg passed May 27, 2015. He was the son of Matthew McRoy and Sabrina Chaplin. He is survived by his parents, children; Matthew, Sonyae, Camdyn, siblings; Sirena, D’vesha, companion Brandi Clemons and host of relatives and friends.

May 26, 2015

Dwight J. Holmes, 64 of Camp Hill passed peacefully on May 26, 2015. He was the son of the late James Holmes and Elizabeth Franklin. He enjoyed sports, “old school” music and fishing. He leaves to celebrate her life his daughter Michelle Mebane, grandchildren; Raini Mebane, Cordell Mebane-Butts, great-grandchild; Eric Frank Ross, Jr., special friend Elaine Spears and host of...

May 22, 2015

Mr. William Louis Burton was born on February 13, 1928 and departed life peacefully on May 22, 2015. He graduated from John Harris High School in Harrisburg, PA. He then honorably served in the United States Army as a sergeant and was a veteran of the Korean War. After working for over 20 years as a United States Postal Service...

May 20, 2015

Eugene Pittman, Sr., 86 of Harrisburg, passed Wednesday, May 20, 2015 in Harrisburg Hospital. Mr. Pittman was the son of the late Isaiah and Moselle Pittman and was preceded in death by his wife Vivian Pittman. He served in the U.S. Army, worked for the U.S. Postal Service and was a long-time member of Hillside Seventh Day Adventist Church. He...

May 19, 2015

Bridgette S. “Bridge” Thompson, 26 of Harrisburg passed suddenly Tuesday May 19, 2015. Bridge was a Baker for Giant Foods who loved selfies and music. She was preceded by her mother Altavise Thompson, survived by her children Dyshawn and Dimera Thompson, Christopher Battles Jr., siblings; Brittany and Lamar Thompson, Taevon Thompson-Thames and Bria Thompson and a host of relatives and...

May 16, 2015

Adrian Robinson Jr., 25 of Harrisburg, PA passed suddenly at his home in Philadelphia, PA on Saturday May 16, 2015. He was a former Pittsburgh Steeler who loved music dancing, movies and trendy fashion. He was also a member of Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Harrisburg, PA. Adrian Jr. leaves to mourn his devoted parents Adrian Sr. and Terri...

May 16, 2015

Clark D. Maloney, 53 of Philadelphia entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 16th at Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He was the son of Lois Anne Maloney and the late John W. Maloney III. Clark was a hospitality veteran, an icon in the Philadelphia restaurant and nightclub scene. He also had ownership and influence with Landshark Enterprises, CDMet'al, DreamWeavers,...

May 16, 2015

Thelma Morton Reed, 92 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2015. Thelma was the daughter of the late Fletcher and Daisy Morton and reared in Mt. Union, PA. She retired as a Purchasing Agent for Mechanicsburg Naval Depot with 41 years of service. A member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Deaconess, Church Missionary, Victorious Women In Christ and...

May 16, 2015

Cordell J. Nash-Matthews, 26 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on May 16, 2015. He worked at Chewy’s and Applebee’s. He leaves his parents, Robin Nash and James Matthews, children, D’Marion Kiehl and Tyreon Watts-Nash, siblings; Kimo, Darroll, Kalah, Taylor, Tiara, Tiana and a host of relatives. Cordell’s service will be held at Victory Outreach Fellowship, 2205 Swatara Street, Harrisburg on Thursday,...

May 12, 2015

Eric Matthews, 56 of Harrisburg passed peacefully in Louisville, KY on May 12, 2015. He was the son of the late William Matthews and Louise Correosso. Eric was employed as a mechanic and loved his family. He is survived by his wife Julie Green Matthews, children; Eric Matthews Jr., Justin Matthews and Kirin Clark, brothers; William Jr., James and John...

May 10, 2015

Keith “Mr. Blue Eyes” Thompson, Sr. 49 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on Sunday May 10, 2015. He was the son of Pastor Susan M. Thompson and the late Bishop Milton A. Thompson, Sr. He attended Harrisburg High, worked as a part time chauffeur, Goodwill Industries and Harrisburg Mall. Keith enjoyed football, baseball and roller skating.  He was preceded by his maternal...

May 3, 2015

Rosetta Chisolm, 75 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on Sunday May 3, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Elizabeth Lane. She worked at Olivetti for many years. Rosetta loved sports and crossword puzzles. In addition to her parents she was preceded by her son Dana Chisolm and 6 siblings. She leaves to celebrate her life, children; Bennie...

May 1, 2015

Isabella G. Payne, 77 of Harrisburg, PA passed peacefully on May 1, 2015 in Community General Osteopathic Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Anderson and Theresa Robinson and proceeded in death by a brother, Edgar Robinson. Isabella was a member of The Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church and retired from the Commonwealth of PA, Office of Administration, with...

Apr 30, 2015

Amon Corsa Romain, 17 of Harrisburg, passed tragically on April 30, 2015 in Hershey Medical Center. Amon attended Harrisburg High and was on the wrestling team and wrestle for the Jackhammers. He attended Cross Road Baptist Church, played football for Swatara Tigers, ran track and enjoyed drawing. He is survived by his parents Mark J. Romain and Ashlee Newcomer; siblings...

Apr 25, 2015

Joan V. Primm, 81 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home on April 25, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Isaiah and Mattie Johnson and predeceased by her husband, Ralph E. Primm.  Joan retired as a Psych Aid 2 at the Harrisburg State Hospital with 27 years of service. She was a former member of New Zion Fellowship Church, the...

Apr 23, 2015

Retired Detective Dean Allen Foster, 69 of Phoenix, AZ passed peacefully on April 23, 2015. He was the son of the late James A. Foster Sr., and Janie Thomas Butler. He retired from the Harrisburg Police after 27 years of service and was an 8 year Veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Dean was a former member of Faith Chapel...