OBITUARIES

Robert B. Pratt, III

Robert B. Pratt, III

Jan 16, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Robert B. Pratt, III, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 16, 2026. 

He leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Gayle Lampley

Gayle Lampley

Jan 12, 2026

Gayle Yvonne Lampley 80 of Harrisburg, PA. passed away on January 12, 2026. Gayle was born on July 15, 1945, daughter of the late Sarah E. Strickland and James D. Strickland. Gayle was employed at Penn Harris Hotel for 10 years, also Hamilton School and Commonwealth of PA.. She retired from Homeland Nursing Home after serving 30 years as a...

Van Dang

Van Dang

Jan 12, 2026

Van Dang, wife of Tuan Pham (not the Astronaut), mother of 3, and grandma of 8. We shall not name all of her accomplishments because it's not possible to document. We suspect that she's usually behind the scene, secretly pulling all the strings while moonlighting as the caretaker of the ever growing family. Out of the many stories she used...

Caleb Jah'bless Sloane

Caleb Jah'bless Sloane

Jan 11, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of baby Caleb Jah'bless Sloan, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 11, 2026. 

He leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his precious memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Trinae Marie Jones

Trinae Marie Jones

Jan 10, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Trinae Jones, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 10, 2026. 

She leaves a host of family and friends to cherish her memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Calvin Bud Grier, Jr.

Calvin Bud Grier, Jr.

Jan 9, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Calvin Grier, Jr., who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 9, 2026. He leaves a host of family and friends to cherish his memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Wayne M. Shields

Wayne M. Shields

Jan 9, 2026

Wayne Morris Shields, affectionately known as “Nick,” was born on July 9, 1939, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where he lived throughout his life. He was the son of Theodore Shields and Betty J. Shields (née Derrick). Nick was a proud graduate of Central Dauphin High School, a veteran of the United States Air Force, and a dedicated retiree of Pennsylvania Power...

Sheila M. Lewis

Sheila M. Lewis

Jan 5, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Sheila Lewis, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 5, 2026. She leaves a host of family and friends to cherish her memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Jamil Ramon Carter

Jamil Ramon Carter

Jan 3, 2026

Jamil Ramon Carter 35 of Harrisburg, affectionately known as “Drip”, was born on September 3, 1990, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to Patricia Smith and the late Zubber Carter Jr. He was the youngest of three children.

Jamil completed his education in the Harrisburg Public School System and graduated from William Penn High School in 2008. In his youth He served on the...

Louis Edward Williams, Jr.

Louis Edward Williams, Jr.

Jan 3, 2026

Louis E. Williams, Jr, affectionately called Lou or Junior, was born on December 4, 1952 in Harrisburg, PA, to the late Louis E. Williams, Sr and the late Dorothy M. Williams (née Miller). Louis was very loving, kind and supportive in all areas of his life, whether as husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, etc.

Louis was educated in the Harrisburg School...

Baby Eliana Milargo Henry - Exalus

Baby Eliana Milargo Henry - Exalus

Jan 2, 2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Baby Eliana Milargo Henry - Exalus, who transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on January 2, 2026. She leaves a host of family to cherish her memory.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Joyce Payne

Joyce Payne

Dec 29, 2025

Joyce Evelyn Payne, age 86, a devoted mother, grandmother, and tireless servant of God, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, resilience, and faith. Born in Blacksburg, Virginia, to Elizabeth Mills, Joyce was the eldest of ten children.

Joyce's journey took her from Virginia to New York before she returned to Pennsylvania to practice as...

Ronald Lee Goodrich, Sr.

Ronald Lee Goodrich, Sr.

Dec 26, 2025

Ronald Lee Goodrich, Sr. transitioned from this life on December 26, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on September 30, 1951, to the late Ruby Dinkins and the late John Goodrich Sr. in Portsmouth, VA. Ronald cherished his family and was known for his unwavering dedication to work and his sense of humor.

Ron was a beloved husband, father, grandfather,...

Melquisedec Benitez-Marciano

Melquisedec Benitez-Marciano

Dec 25, 2025

Salmo 91

El que habita al abrigo del Altísimo

Morará bajo la sombra del Omnipotente.

Diré yo a Jehová: Esperanza mía, y castillo mío;

Mi Dios, en quien confiaré.

Él te librará del lazo del cazador,

De la peste destructora.

Con sus plumas te cubrirá,

Y debajo de sus alas estarás seguro;

Escudo y adarga es su verdad.

Melquisedec Benítez-Marcano, 19 años, falleció el 25 de diciembre de 2025 en...

Brenda Lynn Chaney

Brenda Lynn Chaney

Dec 22, 2025

Brenda Lynn Chaney, 65, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was called home by the Lord on Monday, December 22nd, at the West Shore UPMC Hospital, surrounded by friends and family.

Brenda was born on June 1st, 1960, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where she also grew up and spent her life with her brothers and sisters. Brenda attended Harrisburg Area Schools, graduating from John Harris...

Mary Easter

Mary Easter

Dec 22, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Easter, 90, of Harrisburg passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.

Mary owned and operated her own hair salon for over 40 years. She also enjoyed sewing, and watching her beloved Philadelphia Eagles.

She was preceded in death by husband, Hayward and son Michael. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Sheila, grandchildren, Courtney, Shentelle,...

Acie Hurt

Acie Hurt

Dec 18, 2025

Acie Hurt was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose presence meant so much to so many. He passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on April 30, 1942, in Milledgeville, Georgia, Acie lived a life rooted in hard work, love for family, and kindness toward others.

Acie was a gifted mechanic and the...

Katie Mae Lewis-Holifield

Katie Mae Lewis-Holifield

Dec 17, 2025

Katie Lewis-Holifield was born on September 27, 1953, in Mizpah, New Jersey. From the very beginning, her life was grounded in family, faith, and community; values she carried with her every step of the way. Affectionately known as “Ms. Katie” or simply “Mom” to many, she had a way of making people feel instantly welcome. Her warm smile, gentle spirit,...

Lisa M. Veney

Lisa M. Veney

Dec 8, 2025

Lisa Marcella Veney was born in Media, Pennsylvania on November 20, 1969, to the late Bishop Paul T. Veney, Sr., and Barbara Jean Veney.

Lisa began her education in the Harrisburg School District then at a private Christian School within her father’s church. She then attended Calvary Christian School, then John Harris High School, where she graduated in 1988. She sang...

Maria Antonia Vigon

Maria Antonia Vigon

Dec 6, 2025

Maria Antonia Vigon Del Busto was born on Tuesday, June 13, 1961, in Havana, Cuba. She ascended on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, surrounded by her loving children.

At the age of 18, Maria came to the United States in search of the American Dream, arriving from Cuba in 1980. She spent many of her younger years in Miami,...