OBITUARIES

Patricia Glasper

Dec 22, 2013

“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose…”

 

Patricia E. Glasper, 81 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, December 22, 2013. She retired from the Commonwealth of PA in the Dept. of Agriculture with over 30 years of service and a prior Sunday School Teacher...

Israel De Leon

Dec 20, 2013

Israel De Leon, 3 of Harrisburg, passed with his family and the Angels by his side on Friday, December 20, 2013. Born with several health complications, he always had a glowing smile. Israel is survived by his parents, Luis R. and Francheska De Leon, siblings, Luis E., Jeremy and Sophia De Leon, grandparents, uncles, aunts and numerous cousins. Services will...

Dailyl S. Jones

Dec 12, 2013

Dailyl S. Jones, 32 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Thursday, December 12, 2013.   Dailyl is the son of Melvin and Valarie Jones; a graduate of John Harris High School, member of Masjid Ahnur Mosque and enjoyed bike riding and sports. He loved his family, life and “Keeping it real”.  He also leaves to celebrate his memory his daughter, Asata Marie...

Carol A. Adams

Dec 8, 2013

 

Carol A. Adams, 69 of Harrisburg, passed December 8, 2013 in Hershey Medical Center. Carol was the daughter of the late Louise Rector and predeceased by a child Derran Adams, siblings; Hattie, Emily, James and Mary Rector. She attended All Nations Evangelistic Church, assisted in Hospitality, past member of Banks Memorial COLG and was a Missionary. Carol worked tirelessly...

Carl W. Richardson

Nov 28, 2013

Carl W. Richardson 63 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2013. He was born in Jamaica to the late Zeakiah and Gretel Richardson. Carl worked in the construction industry as a painter. He was baptized and attended Christian Gospel Temple. Carl leaves to celebrate his life and memory; his children, Amy, Erica, Sherika and Jason Richardson; siblings...

Leon Samuel John Stewart

Nov 11, 2013

Leon S. J. Stewart, 96 of Lower Paxton Township passed peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2013 in Harrisburg Hospital.  He was born in Arcadia, PA and the 9th child of the late William and Sophia Stewart.  The family moved to Marietta, PA, Leon graduated from Marietta High School and Virginia Union University. He served in the US Coast Guard...

James Williams III

Oct 25, 2013

One Day at a Time... " James F. Williams III, 67 passed peacefully on October 25, 2013 in Lebanon VA Hospital. He was the son of the late Mary Ann (Dillon) and James F. Williams Jr., and predeceased by his brother Ralph Williams. James was a Telephone Technician with Pacific Bell, Army veteran, loved music, outdoor sports and the...

John W. Adams

Oct 24, 2013

John W. Adams, 61 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home on Thursday, October 24, 2013 with his family at his side. John was the son of the late Peggy Adams and predeceased by his brother Daniel Adams. John was an Air Force veteran and retired from New Cumberland Army Depot with 40 years of service. He was a member of...

Jay P. Collins

Oct 24, 2013

 

Jay P. Collins, 58 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly on Thursday, October 24, 2013. Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 1st at Mt Calvary COGIC, 1830 N. 5th Street, Harrisburg.

Charles "Sugar" Brown

Oct 21, 2013

Charles "Sugar" Brown, 60 of Harrisburg, passed suddenly at home with his wife at his side. He was the son of the late Harold Brown and Edith Lipscomb and retired from Hershey Foods. Charles enjoyed games of chance, was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, car racing, watching Tiger Woods and baseball. He leaves to celebrate his life and memory, his...

Thomas "Muss" I. Porter

Oct 19, 2013

Thomas I. Porter, 60 of Harrisburg and affectionately known as "Muss", passed peacefully on October 19, 2013. He was the son of Frances Neely and the late Rufus Porter. Thomas was an equipment operator for Sears Logistic, an avid Redskins fan, loved sports and his grandchildren. Along with his father he is preceded by 3 brothers; Robert, Hubert and Piper...

Lavernon Cook

Oct 17, 2013

I can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens me ... ... ... ... ... Philippians 4:13

Lavernon (Tigue) J. Cook, 64 of Harrisburg passed peacefully in Ashville, N.C. October 17, 2013. He was a retired U.S. Postal Employee and a Vietnam Veteran who loved ballroom dancing and Philadelphia Eagles. He is survived by three children; Amy Vanasco, Erica...

Laura Bonilla

Oct 5, 2013

Laura Bonilla, 92 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on October 5, 2013.The daughter of the late Mariano Cardona and Elena Mendez. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Services will be held on Tuesday October 8, 2013 at Hooper Memorial Home, Inc. at 11:00 a.m., viewing 10:00 a.m. with burial in Paxtang Cemetery.

Emma Jean Price

Oct 4, 2013

Emma Jean Price, 67 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on October 4, 2013.The daughter of the late Albert McKinnie and Ola Cheairs. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Services will be held In Tennessee Oct 12, 2013. Mercer Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. Jackson, TN.

Odella W. Curtis

Sep 29, 2013

Odella W. Curtis, 83 and formerly of Steelton passed peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2013 in Golden Living Center, Camp Hill. Odella was predeceased by her husband Ralph E. Curtis of 45 years and together they owned and operated Curtis Electronics in Steelton, PA. Odella work at Harrisburg Hospital and served as President of the Employees Credit Union. She was...

Eddie A. Thornton

Sep 19, 2013

Eddie A. Thornton, 63, of Middle Paxton Twp., passed peacefully on September 19, 2013 at home on Fishing Creek Valley Rd. He was the son of the late Eddie and Molinda Thornton; member of John Paul Scott Community Church and served as a Trustee and Steward, a Past Master of Chosen Friends Lodge #43 F&AM, Prince Hall. He loved his...

Harry F. Thompson, Jr

Sep 17, 2013

Harry F. Thompson, Jr., 75 of Hummelstown, passed on September 17, 2013 in Hershey Medical Center. Harry was the son of the late Clara and Harry Thompson. He belonged to the Thoroughbred Association at Penn National Race Track, Charlestown Race Track in W. VA, enjoyed training horses and an avid Redskins fan. He leaves to celebrate his memory; his wife...

Keyrah M. Muldrew

Sep 12, 2013

Keyrah Monic Muldrew was born to the late William "Butch" Sanford and Ernestine David on December 15, 1973. Keyrah attended William Penn High School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Keyrah was affectionately known by all as "CANDY" in which her late Grandmother Maxine Muldrew gave her at birth. Keyrah was also known as "YAH YAH" to her grandchildren. Keyrah once owned a...

Lillian M. McElrath

Sep 11, 2013

Lillian McElrath, 92 of Harrisburg passed peacefully on September 11, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by 2 daughters and a host of relatives and friends. Services will be held on Thursday September 19, 2013 at 11:00 a.m., viewing 10:00 a.m. at Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral in Jamaica, NY with burial in Calverton National Cemetery.

Avery B. Davis

Sep 2, 2013

Avery B. Davis, 52, of Harrisburg, passed Monday September 2, 2013 in Harrisburg Hospital. He was employed at Keystone Taxi and a member of Miller Road Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife Geraldine, step-daughter Renee Spitler, siblings Joyce, Alexander, Johnson and Richard Davis and Mary McNeil. Memorial Services will be held in his church at 205 Miller...