Obituaries

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...

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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...

Mar 10, 2026

Feb 23, 2026

Joe B. Hubert, Jr. was born on September 28, 1942, in Hancock County, Sparta, GA to the late Joe B. Hubert and Mable Hubert. He peacefully departed on February 23, 2026.Joe was educated in the Sparta, Georgia school system where he formed the lifelong value of hard work. Over the years, he was employed by the Philadelphia Extract Company and...

Feb 19, 2026

Feb 1, 2026

Keith Johnson was born on September 19, 1951, in South Philadelphia, to Dorothy Johnson and Mr. Yancy. Affectionately known as "Scoe" to most he was a true South Philly original. Keith carried the heart, hustle, and style of his neighborhood everywhere he went. He departed this life on February 1, 2026 sharing a powerful connection with the date of his...

Jan 28, 2026

Areatha Roberta Campbell peacefully entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.Affectionately known as "Bunny", she was born to proud parents, the late "Edna Earle Collins and Augustus Wilkins on December 6, 1954.She attended Philadelphia High School for Girls, where she graduated with honors. She was employed and retired from the Philadelphia Police Department.Areatha met her husband James, on a...

Jan 28, 2026

Jan 27, 2026

Miss Mildred Murphy departed this life and made heaven her home on January 27th 2026 where she was reunited with her family.Mildred Murphy was born on November 26, 1946 to Lorenzo Murphy and Mildred McDougald Murphy in Fayetteville, NC. She was raised by her dear aunt Betty McPhatter and uncle Lacy McPhatter in Baltimore, MD. She attended public schools in...

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Jan 15, 2026

Donald Smallwood was born on December 7th, 1952, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the child of Muriel Smallwood and William Brown. In 1956 Muriel married John Spencer Clark, who became Donald's stepfather. The family grew with the birth of Donald's stepbrother, John Christopher Clark. Although Donald and "Chris" had a 7-year age gap, the two boys played, argued, and made up with...

Jan 14, 2026

Anthony was born to the late Alpha Hinson and Wanda Allen on August 16, 1964 in Philadelphia Pa. He was preceded in death to his late two elder brothers Alfred and Andre and his younger sister Theresa. Anthony received his formal education in the Philadelphia public school system. He enjoyed his job working at Penn State Industries which is where...