All Obituaries

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...

Age 94, made her heavenly transition on January 2, 2020.  Gloria was born on September 24, 1925 in Rockingham, NC from the union of Wilbur and Mary Anderson.  She made her way to Pittsburgh and had her three beautiful daughters to whom she dedicated her life to raising.  Gloria will be eternally missed by her daughters Mary Louise Scales, Linda and Rita Sorrell; her 6 grandchildren; and 19 great grandchildren.  Services will be held Thursday, January 9, 2020 at the...

Age 79, transitioned on December 27, 2019.  Penny was born on May 21, 1940 in Hempstead, New York from the union of Joseph and Carrie Hacker.  She attended and graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor's Degree.  Penny spent many years as a substitute teacher in the Hampshire Public School system.  She married and moved to Pittsburgh eventually.  Penny is survived by her loving children Charles Morris, Christine and Stephen Archibald; and a host of...

Age 58, cherished daughter of Willie and Earlene Williams, transitioned on December 12, 2019.  Michelle was born in Washington D.C on February 16, 1961 and eventually she came with her family to Pittsburgh.  She dedicated her life to her two sons and her work as a caregiver.  Michelle will be eternally missed by her sons, Marcus and Markell; brother Marvin; sisters Sonya and Melita; her three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Arrangements...

Ca'Miyah , 6 months old, was born on May 26, 2019 to  Dakota McGee and Nirasha  Reeves.  She was truly a blessing on earth during her brief stay.  Her sweet spirit would light up any room she entered and her personality was as vibrant as her smile.  Ca'Miyah will be forever missed by her parents Dakota and Nirasha; sister Ca'Miley; and a host of other family members and friends.  A prayer service will be held at Aldrich Funeral Home on December 18,...

Earlene (Horsley) Williams was born October 13, 1942 in Pittsburgh.  She was called to eternal rest on December 4, 2019.  She was educated in the Pittsburgh Public Schools.  Earlene was married in Pittsburgh and moved to Washington, D.C, where she began her family.  Earlene loved the Lord and began her walk with the Lord at an early age.  She belonged to St. Johns the Evangelist Baptist Church as  child and when she returned to Pittsburgh, she continued to serve...

age 86, transitioned on November 14, 2019.  Harold was born on April 17, 1933 in Vietnam.  He later married and that union birthed 10 beautiful children.  Harold worked for the Motor Coil Company for many years before retiring.  He will be truly missed by his beloved wife Hoa Vo; sons, Cuong, Nghia, Dung, and Vu Chau; daughters, Tuyet, Van, Phuong, Kieu, and Thuy Chau; nine grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Ceremonial Service: Saturday,...

Marie Jones age 92, cherished mother of Patricia and Cynthia, transitioned on November 11, 2019.  Marie was born February 22, 1927 in Richmond, VA to Henry and Lillian.  She graduated high school and went on to college where she obtained a degree in Esthesiology.  Marie dedicated her life to serving the Lord.  She spent many years preaching and volunteering her time to many churches, including St. John Evangelist Church of Hazelwood.  Marie will be eternally missed...

Christopher Lee Durant, age 38, beloved son of Ruth Cheatham and Phillip Lanier, transitioned on November 7, 2019.  He was born on October 31, 1981 in Pittsburgh, Pa.  Christopher graduated high school and went off to college, where he obtained his Bachelor's degree.  Christopher later began working diligently as a brick layer for Clairton Works.  He will be greatly missed by his devoted parents Ruth and Phillip; brother Craig Lanier; sister Chacoya Stanko; and a host...

Deborah Elaine Reynolds, 67, affectionately  known to most as "Aunt Deb" or "Ms. Debbie", went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 31.  Debbie was the daughter of Rachel (Major) Turner and Frank (Catherine) Rawlins.  A lifelong resident of Monessen, Deb never met a stranger.  If she knew you, she would "show you some love" and "get you together" if need be.  Anyone and everyone she came in contact with she would hug or help you if...