obituaries

Aug 4, 2026

Obituary to be provided at a later date.

Jul 9, 2026

John Ramon Reed was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on April 29, 1936, to Elizabeth Rice Reed and Julius Reed. He was the 11th of 14 children and grew up with his family in Pittsburgh’s Hill District. A bright and curious child, John attended an Episcopal elementary school before matriculating to Fifth Avenue High School, where he completed the 11th grade.

John...

Jul 5, 2026

Bernidine Moss-Cabral was born on September 26, 1945 to the late Robert and Thelma Small. She was educated within the Homestead school system. Bernidine leaves to cherish two children Darren Moss and Sherida Moss. She also leaves a brother Robert Small, Jr. and sister Larue Grinage The visitation of Bernidine will be at Second Baptist Church of Homestead, PA on...

Jul 3, 2026

Bernice Carey was born on April 23, 1934 to the late Anderson and Loucia Wynn Walker.  She was educated in the Steel Valley school system.  Bernice leaves three daughters to celebrate her life and love, Darlene Kirkland, Rhonda Glover, Kimberley Gunn and Roslyn Carey.  She also leaves three brothers Melvin Walker, Larry Walker and Bill Walker, two sisters Pauletta Mason...

May 1, 2026

Cornell Johnston was born on January 4, 1949, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Grace Marie Johnston and Eugene Cook.

He peacefully departed this life on May 1, 2026, at the age of 77.

Cornell will be remembered for his wit, humor, work ethic, and love for his family. He enjoyed reading and working out. He dedicated his life to his wife and kids....

Mar 20, 2026

Lawrence M “Buddy” Johnson was born on July 18th, 1952, to the late Lawrence M Johnson Sr and Annabelle Johnson. He was raised in Belle Vernon and attended the Belle Vernon school System.

He loved putting together diecast classic model cars. He also loved watching wrestling, westerns and he was an avid lover of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Buddy worked in the...

Mar 6, 2026

ROSE M. TYSON was born on May 10, 1949, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Vennie L. Giddens and Elizabeth Giddens (Vernon). She attended the Pittsburgh Public Schools, graduating with honors from South Hills High School in 1967. She earned a B.A. from Muskingum College in New Concord, Ohio, in 1971 and a J.D. from the Howard University School of Law in...

Mar 5, 2026

Tamara Yvette McLemore, affectionately known as “Tam” or “Tammy” was born on March 2, 1974, in Pittsburgh, PA to Deborah and Eugene McLemore. Tammy was raised in Duquesne, PA. She attended John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Duquesne Middle School, and Duquesne High School. Tam excelled in academics and was a star player on the Lady Dukes Basketball team. She graduated...

Sep 10, 2025

On September 10, 2025 on a crisp beautiful Wednesday morning the lovely and free spirited Carol sadly passed away at Montefiore Hospital, surrounded by a cluster of Angels and Aliens battling to capture her wondering soul.

She was the daughter of Paul and Helen Koval of Homestead where she grew up and graduated in 1970 from Bishop...

Jul 1, 2025

Lucian Johnson, Jr., age 86, transitioned to eternal rest on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

He leaves to cherish his memory his daughters: Sahara Johnson, Roma S. Johnson, and Nicole L. Johnson; 13 grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

Services will be held at Aldrich Funeral Homes. Visitation: Thursday, July 10th 5pm to 7pm;...

Jun 10, 2025

Jack Dollman, Sr. of Munhall, PA transitioned to eternal rest on June 10, 2025 at the age of 71.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife: Sherre Dollman; sons: Jack M. Dollman, Jr. and Daniel M. Dollman; brothers: Robert Dollman and Paul Dollman; and a host of family and friends.

There are no funeral...

Jun 5, 2025

Diane Elizabeth Stokes-Blakeman was born on August 24, 1950, in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, to Walter Buckner and Gloria Taylor. On June 5, 2025, she peacefully transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was the youngest of two children and shared a close bond with her beloved brother, the late Samuel Sylvester Stokes.

May 3, 2025

Leonard W. Johnson IV transitioned to eternal rest on May 3rd 2025. He was 47 years old. He is preceded in death by his parents: Leonard W. Johnson III and Faye Marcia Grant.

He leaves to cherish his memory his sons: Leonard Johnson V and Jeremiah Johnson; brother: Jermaine Johnson; and 6 grandchildren.

Funeral services...

Feb 27, 2025

Marvin D. Davis, of Monessen, PA, transitioned to eternal rest on February 27, 2025, at the age of 74.

He leaves to cherish his memory his son: Kevin Davis (Phyllis); daughter: Angela McGraw; brother: Errine Davis; sisters: Shirley West, Rosetta Aldrich, and Marcella Davis; 4 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and...

Dec 10, 2024

Estelle Naomi Sisco of Penn Hills, PA passed away on December 10, 2024 at 81 years of age. She was born on November 13, 1943 in Petersburg, West Virginia to John Wayne and Mildred Boyd. She was one of 5 children.

Estelle's greatest pleasure was sewing. She loved making outfits for her children as well as herself,...

Sep 1, 2024

Terra Evans of Pittsburgh, PA transitioned to eternal rest on September 1, 2024, at 67 years old.

She leaves to cherish her memory her sons: Raymond Parker and Terrance Parker; daughters: Aliya Bey and Saceena Rankin; brothers: Author Turner and Ellis West; Sisters: Carmelita Kirvel, Alexandria Dorsette, Georgianna West Johnson, and Eddie Paschal; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren;...

Jul 12, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Terell Da'chaon Blanks, also known as "Bixie", who left us far too soon at the age of 27 on July 12, 2024. Terell was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him and was known for his sense of humor and ability to make everyone...

Feb 21, 2024

Denise Marie Towns (formerly Goney) passed away in her own home February 21, 2024, after a six-year fight with cancer. The fight was a life-long fight in many ways, as Denise's own mother succumbed to Leukemia when Denise was just fifteen years old.

As the oldest of four children, Denise (known as Deenie to her family and...

Nov 24, 2023

Edna Sutton Walker was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 17, 1934.  She transitioned on November 24, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones.  Edna will be truly missed.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband Cecil Walker, Sr.; sons: Cecil II, Levi (Cheryl Ann), Aaron, Timothy (Cheryl Louise), David (Sharon), and Joseph (Donna) Walker; daughters: Thamar...

Oct 29, 2023

Gloria Jean Grant entered this world on October 6, 1944, to proud parents James and Elizabeth Grant. The couple also had a son who died in early childhood.  They divorced and Elizabeth married Vennie Giddens who raised Gloria along with her siblings. She was educated in the Pittsburgh Public School system, graduating from South Hills High School in 1962....