Obituaries

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Elaine Lena Bennett was born on September 16, 1935; She was the youngest child of Arthur and Edna McCants who proceeded her in death as well as her husband, Elmer T. Bennett; her beloved children, (twin boys) Keith & Kirk Bennett, daughter Robin Ott, step-daughter Aprille Wilkerson and her sister Rosetta Fletcher-Gray. Elaine peacefully departed this life on Sunday, May...

May 6, 2026

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Apr 21, 2026

Reginald "Reggie" Reed was born on September 14, 1962, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Miss Teresa Williams. Raised in West Philadelphia, Reggie was shaped by strength, survival, and responsibility. He was educated through the Philadelphia public school system and attended Overbrook High School, where he developed a love for football and lifelong bonds.After high school, Reggie enlisted in the United States...

Apr 18, 2026

Jesse Batton, 91, son of the late Henry Batton and Ora Lee Rozier, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Born on November 4, 1934, in Hawkinsville, Georgia, Jesse was the eldest of five children and carried that leadership role throughout his life. Jesse was a man of vision, determination, and purpose. Raised in...

Apr 7, 2026

Imani Nikhiya Ringgold was born October 13, 2005 in Philadelphia Pa. To Whitney Ringgold and Alphonso Griffin. Imani tragically departed this life on Tuesday April 7th 2026.

Imani was the 1st Grandbaby to Dietra and Alphonso Sr. She was the joy of there world.

Imani had a rough start in life but she determine to make it through. She was going to...

Apr 4, 2026

Mar 29, 2026

Carolyn White was the youngest child born to Reuben and Josephine White on August 4, 1949. She attended Philadelphia public schools - McDaniel elementary, Vare Junior High and Bartram High School. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Cheyney University. Before beginning her career with the Philadelphia Department of Recreation, she was a teacher in the Philadelphia public school system. Carolyn...

Mar 22, 2026

Malia Grace Johnson was born on March 25, 2020, in Philadelphia, Penn-sylvania. Quietly and peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, God in His infinite wisdom called Malia home to sit around His heavenly throne.Malia Grace Johnson, a precious 5-year-old who brought endless love and light into our lives.She had a joyful and beautiful soul who deeply loved spending time with...

Mar 18, 2026

Willie James Jones jr. was born on July 25th, 1949 to parents Willie James Jones Sr. and Johnnie Mae Jones at camp Jejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Willie was a military child and was educated in many different school systems in the United States, he graduated from South Philadelphia high school.

In June of 1968, Willie was drafted into the Philadelphia...

Mar 16, 2026

Mar 10, 2026

In loving memory of our Son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, Cousin, Uncle, and Friend. The family regrets to inform you of the passing of our beloved Nathan "Bum Bum" Francis on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026.Nathan leaves behind his younger Brother Keenan "Porkey" Francis. His eldest son, Nathan Hudwell, and a younger son, Natwain Francis. Grandchildren, Zyair Francis, and Londynn Francis. His...