Obituaries
Christine Jankans
May 6, 2025
Christine Jankans, (nee Leftwich) departed this life on Tuesday May 6, 2025 at Mercy Fitzgerald hospital surrounded by her three children. She was born on August 15, 1944, in Lynchburg Virginia to the late Wyatt Herman Leftwich Sr. and Mildred Alina Leftwich. She was raised in Philadelphia and was educated in the Philadelphia Parochial school system. Christine often talked about...
Wallace Earl Freeman
Apr 25, 2025
Wallace Earl Freeman, better known as Ted, was born on August 23, 1938, to Mamie Salter and Tom Tolliver Freeman in Treutlen County, Soperton, Georgia. He attended school in Soperton, Georgia. His family moved to Emmanuel County Georgia in the early 50's, where he met and married Eva Mae Woods in 1957. He worked at Perkins Poultry and was a...
Carl Ivan Harley Sr.
Apr 24, 2025
Carl Ivan Harley was born Thursday, November 15, 1945, at home to David Harley Sr. and Rebecca Harley in Philadelphia.In his early years, Carl attended Childs Elementary School, Baratt Junior High School, and Ben Franklin High School. After high school, Carl attended O.I.C School for Interior Decorating, where he learned carpentry and other building skills. Carl became a skilled carpenter...
Bernadette Gatewood-Hudson
Apr 20, 2025
Bernadette Gatewood-Hudson Affectionately know as Bernie was born November 28,1947 in Philadelphia to the late Howard Rogers and Flora Horne.Bernie, as she was affectionately known attended and graduated from John Bartram High School in Philadelphia. As a young adult bernie enjoyed spending time with close family and friends. Bernie obtained several sources of employment but here most memorable reflect with...
Kim Welton
Apr 13, 2025
In loving memory and celebration of Kim we gather with love in our hearts. Although our hearts are heavy with loss, we find comfort in our cherished memories, laughter, gratitude, and shared love during this period of the homegoing of Kim. On April 13th, 2025, God called one of his most precious angels home. Although she was well loved her...
Florina Louise Walker
Apr 10, 2025
Florina Louise Walker
Sunrise: May 8, 1950 – Sunset: April 10, 2025
Florina Louise Walker, lovingly known as Flo (Toegina), was born on May 8, 1950, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Florence Hall and Seymour Fitzpatrick. She peacefully departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Flo received her education through the School District of Philadelphia and graduated from Bok Vocational Technical...
Thomas Mitchell
Apr 9, 2025
Thomas Mitchell was born on July 6,1960 in Philadelphia to the late Mazell Mitchell and Robert Green.
Thomas was educated in the Philadelphia school system, Graduating from South Philly High School.
Thomas loved the Lord and was a dedicated member of Faith Chapel Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Thomas was a hard worker and was employed as a forklift...
Melvin Watson
Apr 8, 2025
On April 8, 2025, Melvin departed this life surrounded by his wife, family Melvin and friends. Angela Melvin Watson was born on August 1, 1938, to the late Herbert and Ruth A. Wi Matson in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was the second child to this stepsisters union. Wats brother Melvin was educated through the Philadelphia Public School System. Mela Melvin enlisted...
Milan Gilliard
Apr 7, 2025
Milan’s Life Story
In Loving Memory of Milan Ciara Gilliard. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Milan Ciara Gilliard on April 7, 2025. “Cee-Cee” as she was affectionately known by many was a bright and compassionate soul, she left us too soon but left behind a legacy of love, laughter, and kindness that will endure in...
Lamont Edge
Mar 31, 2025
Lamont Edge, lovingly known as "Old Man" was born January 20, 1963, to the late Dorothy Lee Edge and Morris Edge in Philadelphia, PA. He was educated in the Philadelphia public school systems. Lamont accepted Christ at an early age and attended King David Baptist Church, 20th & Ellsworth St. in Philadelphia. Lamont held various jobs, including Licensed Security and...