OBITUARIES

Ralph W. George

Ralph W. George

Jan 31, 2009

"Then you must not grieve so sorely, for I love you dearly still" Ralph W. George, 86, passed peacefully on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Harrisburg Hospital. Ralph a decorated Army Veteran, receiving numerous service awards including; 2 Bronze Stars, the EAME Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Medal and the World War II Victory Medal, retired from the New Cumberland Army...

Elizabeth Watts Smith

Elizabeth Watts Smith

Jan 27, 2009

"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow ~ don't walk behind me, I may not lead ~ Just walk beside me and be my friend." -unknown Elizabeth Watts Smith, 77 of North 5th Street passed peacefully in Harrisburg Hospital January 27th, 2009 at 11:30AM. Elizabeth retired after over thirty years of government service in Mechanicsburg, PA. She...

Leora D. Reid

Leora D. Reid

Jan 10, 2009

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose" Leora D. Reid, 79, passed peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2009 in Colonial Park Care Center. She was born October 15, 1929 to the late Blain Young and Tennie Butler Young in Highpoint, North Carolina. As a child she was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and after...

Hylda S. Jordan

Hylda S. Jordan

Jan 5, 2009

"When I come to the end of my journey and traveled my last weary mile" Hylda S. Jordan passed peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2009 in Spring Creek Nursing & Rehab Center. Ms. Jordan retired as a Surgical Technician at Mercer Hospital in Trenton, New Jersey. She was a member of Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church and enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles...

Earl J. Taylor

Earl J. Taylor

Jan 3, 2009

To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose" Earl J. Taylor, 83, passed January 3, 2009 at Select Specialties Hospital. Mr. Taylor retired from the Commonwealth of PA, the Department of Health & Welfare, he was an Army Veteran and a member of Mt. Calvary COGIC. He leaves to celebrate his life and memory, his devoted...

Russell R. Jenkins Sr

Russell R. Jenkins Sr

Jan 2, 2009

Russell R. Jenkins Sr., 68, passed Friday, January 2, 2009. He was Founder and President of Jenkins Fuel Oil. He was a member of Shiloh Church of God in Christ. He enjoyed serving the community and being a blessing to those in need. He leaves with precious memories, his devoted wife, Thelma V. Jenkins and four children; Rose M. Jenkins,...

Linda Rossum

Linda Rossum

Jan 2, 2009

"When I come to the end of my journey and travel my last weary mile" Linda Rossum, 59, passed peacefully on Friday, January 2nd in Spring Creek Nursing Facility. Linda retired from the Commonwealth of PA, the Department of Transportation; she was also a member of Lingo Memorial COGIC and enjoyed reading. Linda leaves to celebrate her life and memory,...

James L. Pitts

James L. Pitts

Jan 1, 2009

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose" James L. Pitts, 82, passed peacefully on Thursday, January 1st in the Lebanon VA Hospital. Prior to Mr. Pitts' retirement, he was employed with the Harrisburg Police Dept., the Human Relations Commission and the Harrisburg School District. He was also an Army Veteran; a member of The Greater...

Brenda Bair

Brenda Bair

Dec 31, 2008

Brenda Bair, 59, passed Saturday, December 31, 2008 in Harrisburg Hospital. Brenda was employed at the Commonwealth of PA, Department of Environmental Projection; a member of Harrisburg Brethren in Christ Church, a Deacon, Past Board Member and Church Activist, she also loved cooking, reading and most importantly her family. Brenda leaves to celebrate her life and memory; her children Craig...

Doris Loretta Stokes Hurst

Doris Loretta Stokes Hurst

Dec 28, 2008

Words have failed even the most eloquent among us to express the great loss that was felt on the morning of December 28th, 2008. Doris Loretta Stokes Hurst was born on August 31, 1918, in Syracuse, New York, to the late LeRoy and Nettie Stokes. Doris, always the caretaker, was the eldest of four siblings, whom she loved dearly. In...

Jesse Ree Brown

Jesse Ree Brown

Dec 24, 2008

     "When I come to the end of my journey and traveled my last weary mile."

 

Jessie Ree Brown was granted her mansion in the Kingdom of our Heavenly Father on Friday, February 18, 2011. Jessie Ree Brown was born in New Castle, PA on May 10, 1923 to the late Warren Stephens, Sr. and the late Matte Johnson...

Clyde T. Gray

Clyde T. Gray

Dec 23, 2008

"When I must leave you for a little while... " Clyde T. Gray, 79, of Harrisburg, passed December 23, 2008 at Holy Spirit Hospital. He is survived by his children; Paquitta Curry, Douglas and Philisha Gray and 2 grandchildren. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 10:30 a.m., Hooper Memorial is handling Mr. Gray's arrangement.

JUSTIN CRAIG "GATOR" WALLER

JUSTIN CRAIG "GATOR" WALLER

Dec 23, 2008

OBITUARY JUSTIN CRAIG "GATOR" WALLER, son of the late Robert C. "Pickle" Waller, Sr. and Margaret A. Waller, was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on December 15, 1943 and was called home, by our Lord on December 23, 2008. Justin is also preceded in death by his youngest brother, Thomas A. "Pickle" Waller, Sr. CRAIG, as fondly known to his Harrisburg...

Marie F. Burton

Marie F. Burton

Dec 21, 2008

"Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow ~ don't walk behind me, I may not lead ~ Just walk beside me and be my friend." Ms. Marie F. Burton, 54, of Forest Hills passed peacefully at home on Sunday, December 21, 2008 with her family at her side. Marie was a retired manager from the Department of...

Peggy Adams

Peggy Adams

Dec 10, 2008

"Once in a lifetime you find a friend who not only touches your heart but also your soul" Peggy Adams 75 of North Fourth Street, Harrisburg passed peacefully December 10th, 2008 in The Spring Creek Nursing Center. She was formerly of Somerset KY and a retired employee of the Pittsburgh Hospital. Peggy was also a member, usher, Pastor's Aid and...

Ora Bell Blackwell

Ora Bell Blackwell

Nov 27, 2008

Miss me but let me go. Ora Bell Blackwell 86 of Locust Lane passed peacefully Thursday November 27th, 2008 in Community General Hospital. She was a retired employee of the State of Pennsylvania and an usher and member of St Paul's Missionary Baptist Church. Missing her but letting her go will be her devoted children Ora Lee, Rita Mae, Robert...

Horace Hazelton Jr

Horace Hazelton Jr

Nov 24, 2008

Do not stand by my grave and weep; for I am not there. I do not sleep. Horace Hazelton Jr. 58 of Chestnut Street passed peacefully Monday November 24 in Harrisburg Hospital. Horace was self employed, and a member of the True Worship Ministry Church in which he sang on the choir. He loved photography, fishing, traveling and computer science....

Larry Hazelton

Larry Hazelton

Nov 22, 2008

"I am a free bird and I fly" Larry Hazelton 49 of Baltimore MD passed peacefully Saturday November 22, 2008 in Union Memorial Hospital two days before his brother Horace. Larry worked construction and assisted his brother Horace with his photography whenever he was in Harrisburg. Larry leaves to celebrate his life siblings Robert Lee Smith, Hanson Mack Hazelton, Eugene...

The Reverend Theodore H. Johnson

The Reverend Theodore H. Johnson

Nov 19, 2008

Rev. Theodore H. Johnson, 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at Harrisburg Hospital. Born August 31, 1933, in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Howard A. Johnson and Rev. Dr. Elizabeth L. (Johnson) Warren. Educated in the Philadelphia Public School System, he received a Bachelor's Degree from Philadelphia Bible School and Theological Seminary. He was...

Vivian Janet Pittman

Vivian Janet Pittman

Nov 18, 2008

you when you have forgotten the words." Vivian Janet Pittman 77 of North Street passed peacefully in Spring Creek Nursing Center on November 18, 2008. She was born on July 27, 1931 in Harrisburg and the daughter of the late James E. Sr. and Clara N. Ray. Vivian retired from the Rite Aid Corporation and enjoyed traveling, puzzles, camping, cooking...