OBITUARIES

William L. Burton

William L. Burton

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...

Eugene Pittman

Eugene Pittman

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...

Bridgette Thompson

Bridgette Thompson

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...

Adrian Robinson, Jr.

Adrian Robinson, Jr.

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...

Clark D. Maloney

Clark D. Maloney

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,...

Thelma Morton Reed

Thelma Morton Reed

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...

Cordell Nash Matthews

Cordell Nash Matthews

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,...

Eric Matthews

Eric Matthews

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...

Keith Thompson, Sr.

Keith Thompson, Sr.

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...

Rosetta M. Chisolm

Rosetta M. Chisolm

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...

Isabella G. Payne

Isabella G. Payne

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...

Amon Corsa Romain

Amon Corsa Romain

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...

Joan V. Primm

Joan V. Primm

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...

Dean Allen Foster

Dean Allen Foster

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...

Lonie Talley

Lonie Talley

Apr 16, 2015

Lonie L. Talley, 63 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Thursday April 16, 2015. She was born in Elberton, GA to the late Isaac Green and Janie Mae Pledge Green. Lonie was a CNA and Nutritionist. She enjoyed cooking, dancing, shopping, crocheting and the Pittsburgh Steelers.  She leaves to celebrate her life, children; Johnny Jr. (Chanette) Talley, Romania (David) Yellock, Donell (Tammy),...

Lucille K. Stewart

Lucille K. Stewart

Mar 30, 2015

Lucille “Kaye” Stewart of Harrisburg passed on Monday, March 30, 2015 in Community General Hospital. A 50 year member of Capital Presbyterian Church and served as an Elder, Sunday School Teacher, Church Secretary and various boards and committees. Kaye retired from the Commonwealth with 17 years of service. She leaves one daughter, Beverly Stewart Jones of Maryland, 4 grandchildren, 6...

Dawn L. Terrell

Dawn L. Terrell

Mar 30, 2015

Dawn L. Terrell, 55 of Reading, formerly of Harrisburg, passed Monday, March 30, 2015. Dawn was the daughter of Geraldine L. Ramsey and the late George Ramsey Sr. She graduated from Harrisburg High, attended PA State University and earned a degree at University of Phoenix. Dawn leaves her husband, Jason Terrell, son Aajaylah J. Terrell, siblings; George (Sonya) Ramsey, Jr....

Frances N. Porter

Frances N. Porter

Mar 24, 2015

Frances N. Porter, 85 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 24, 2015. Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Emanuel Porter and sons Hubert, Robert and Thomas Porter. She was a member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, served on the Usher Board, Flower and Culinary Ministries, member of the Elks, Cyrenus Temple #75 and Eastern...

Renay Bullock

Renay Bullock

Mar 18, 2015

Renay Bullock, 54 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 18, 2015.  Renay was the daughter of Cleo Wooten and the late James Bullock. She was a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church and retired from Hershey Foods and Hershey Entertainment with over 20 years of dedicated service. She enjoyed cooking, all types of sports and making floral...

Douglas Ford, Jr.

Douglas Ford, Jr.

Mar 18, 2015

Douglas Ford Jr., 37 of Harrisburg, passed peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2015 in Harrisburg Hospital. Douglas is the son of Douglas Ford Sr. and Patricia Dayd and was born on February 18, 1978. He enjoyed working on the computer, face book, play station and talking on the phone with family and friends. Douglas leaves to celebrate his life and...