All Obituaries

Annie Lara Idena Peace, age 82, was born on September 15, 1938 to the late Grant Peace and Luvenia Lewis Peace. Annie was the fourth child. She spent her childhood and youth as a student in Granville County Schools. She was a member of the Antioich Baptist Missionary Church on Oxford, North Carolina. She was united in marriage on February 4, 1954 to Titus Lee Williams, who preceded her in death. They were married for 50 wonderful years. To this union, four children were born, Brenda, who...

Lula Mae Riggs, age 90, made her heavenly transition on September 1, 2020.  She was born on September 30, 1929, in McKeesport, PA from the union of Charles Riggs and Esther Allen.  She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, who was cherished by all that knew her.  She will be eternally missed by her beloved daughter Cassandra; her eight grandchildren; all 28 of her great-grandchildren; and a host of other family members and friends.  Visitation will be...

Ruth Rochelle Katharine McCray (Ruthie) was born February 16, 1966 in Pittsburgh, PA to Patricia Thomas. She was a graduate of the South Hills High School class of ’84 and was voted the “Class Songbird”. Known by her big personality, an infectious smile, and her strong faith, Ruth was often a shoulder to lean on. Her passion for music was like no other as she started to sing at very young age never shying away from an opportunity to share her voice with the world. On August...

Lucille Baker, age 93 The Lord called one of his angels home Monday, August 3, 2020. Lucille Peay Baker was born October 26, 1926 in Homestead, PA to parents Joseph and Annie Brevard Peay. She was the first, after five children, to be born in the north. The family consisted of three sisters and five brothers. In 1944 she graduated from Homestead High School. She loved to sew as her mother did and made several clothing items. She was married to Arthur Flood. With this union Arthur and...

Age 85, transitioned on May 1, 2020.  Tan was born in Vietnam on June 2, 1934 from the union of Tram Van and Thong Thi Nguyen.  He spent his life dedicated to helping others and eventually became a well respected Monk.  He did not have many close relatives but was fortunate to have a vast Temple family, whom he leaves to remember his legacy and celebrate his journey.

Age 27, was called home on April 12, 2020.  Anthony was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 22, 1992 to Ralph and Terry. He will be eternally missed by his mother, Terry Fuller, and a host of other family members and friends.  Services will be private.  Interment: Highwood Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to Aldrich Funeral Homes  431 East 9th Ave  Munhall, PA 15120.  412-461-3400

Anthony T. Thompson Age 76, was born on May 11, 1943 in Pittsburgh, PA from the union of Harvey and Francis Thompson.  He graduated from Braddock High School in 1962. He later had four daughters and son.  Anthony spent his life dedicated to his family, raising his children, and to his work.  He spent many years working as an engineer for Shenango Inc. He was preceded in death by his brothers Charles Thompson, Richard Thompson and sister Arnetta Platt.  Anthony will...

Age 94, was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on September 24, 1925 to the late Robert and Elvina Baker.  She attended school in the Duquesne area and graduated.  After graduating, she married and had two sons whom she raised with diligence.  Naomi worked for many years at the Jewish Home until she retired later in life.  She was a dedicated member of Unity Baptist Church, where she spent time volunteering.  She also loved to cook and travel to visit her beloved son...

Age 91, transitioned on February 10, 2020.  Birney , born August 10, 1928, was the only child of the late William and Irene Smith in McIntyre, Ohio.  He graduated from Bloomingdale High School and went on to Wilberforce University.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1950-1952 and married his beloved wife Emma one years after leaving the Army.  They moved to Pittsburgh, where he started his job at the U.S. Postal Service.  Birney found St. Paul A.M.E Church where he...

Age 87, made her heavenly transition on January 28, 2020.  Mary was born in Pit Gas Pennsylvania, from the union of Thomas and Lillie Belle Moon.  After graduating from high school, she went on to college where she earned an Associates degree.  Mary eventually married and had her beautiful children, to whom she spent her life raising and rearing.  Mary worked as a para-professional within the Pittsburgh Public School system for many years.  Mary was a dedicated...