obituaries

Dec 2, 2020

Vicki Lou Rawlins Kizzie, 70, was born on September 9, 1950 and received her heavenly reward on December 2, 2020.  Vicki was the daughter of Rachel (Major) Turner and Frank (Catherine) Rawlins.  Vicki was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Floyd Kizzie.  Together, Vicki and Floyd were a bright and shining example that soulmates really do...

Nov 27, 2020

Marcella Pearl Wilson Aldrich Washington, age 71, a resident of Toledo Ohio transitioned peacefully on November 27, 2020.  Marcella, known to most as Penny was born on October 6, 1949 the firstborn child of the late James E. Wilson Sr, and Dorothy Russell Wilson Graham.

For many years she worked in retail and grocery stores.  A bookkeeper...

Nov 13, 2020

Age 44, transitioned on November 13, 2020.  Melissa was born on August 21, 1976 in Boston from the union of Mary and Clifton Ruggs III.  All who knew her loved her effervescent spirit and beautifully honest candor.  Melissa was known for her giving and loving nature.  She will be truly missed by her brothers, sisters, and a host of...

Nov 6, 2020

Age 63, made her heavenly transition on November 6, 2020.  Michelle was born on November 8, 1956 in Brownsville, PA, the daughter of the late Seebee Smith and Helen Barbour, and step parents, Daniel Carpenter and Carl Barbour.

Michelle was educated in the Monessen School District graduating from Monessen High School.  She then matriculated studies at Westmoreland...

Nov 2, 2020

Edward R. Orme, Jr., was the youngest son of the late Frankie and Edward Orme, Sr. He was called home to be with the Lord, on November 2, 2020. Edward was born in Pittsburgh, PA where he was raised in the Beltzhoover community. Edward was educated in the Pittsburgh Public School System. He and his brothers worked as roofers...

Oct 6, 2020

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...

Sep 1, 2020

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;...

Aug 24, 2020

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...

Aug 3, 2020

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...

May 1, 2020

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...

Apr 12, 2020

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 ...

Apr 9, 2020

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...

Apr 3, 2020

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...

Feb 10, 2020

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. ...

Jan 28, 2020

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. ...

Jan 2, 2020

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,...

Dec 27, 2019

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. ...

Dec 12, 2019

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...

Dec 11, 2019

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...

Dec 4, 2019

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...