obituaries

Nov 14, 2019

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,...

Nov 11, 2019

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...

Nov 7, 2019

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...

Oct 31, 2019

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...

Oct 12, 2019

Lee Von Page

age 73, beloved son of Esaw and Virginia, transitioned on October 12 , 2019.  He will be eternally missed by brothers, Curtis and Darryl Page; sisters, Claire Moore, Phyllis Brown, Debbie Bains, Lisa Patterson, and Rosalind Rosemond; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Visitation: October 18, 2019 10am until the time of...

Aug 23, 2019

Winnie Shorter

Age 83, ascended on August 23, 2019.  Beloved sister of Louise; and mother in law of Dewayne Murray; also survived by  other relatives and friends.  Interment: Private.  Arrangements entrusted to ALDRICH FUNERAL HOMES, 412-461-3400.

Aug 7, 2019

William  E. Wilkins

Age 74, transitioned on August 7, 2019.  Beloved husband of Gertrude; loving father of Brandon, Adrienne Cobb (Andrew), and Samantha Wilkins; brother of Michael Wilkins and Bobbi Pearl Wilkins-Foote; also survived by six grandchildren; other relatives and friends.  Celebration of life Friday 11a.m. Union Baptist Church of Swissvale.  Interment Allegheny Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to...

Jul 21, 2019

Christine Diperna, transitioned on Sunday, July 21, 2019.  The beloved mother of Nicholas Tachka, sister, and friend to many; she will be greatly missed by all.  Service and Interment are private. Arrangements entrusted to ALDRICH FUNERAL HOMES, 431 East 9th Ave., Munhall, PA 15120

Jul 11, 2019

Dauminique R. Ross

Transitioned on July 11, 2019.  Loving son of Raymond Parker and Damina Ross; also survived by two brothers, five sisters, paternal grandmother and maternal grandmother and grandfather; many other relatives and friends.  Visitation Friday, 4-8 p.m. at Homestead United Presbyterian Church, where services will be held Saturday, 12 noon.  Interment Private.  Arrangements entrusted to...

Jun 15, 2019

Tamara D. "Pinky" Hill of Monessen, Pennsylvania was born on April 2, 1998, daughter of  the late Robert L. "Robin" Hill and Tamica Hall-Hill.

Tamara attended the Monessen Area School District graduating from Monessen High School.  She was employed at Residence of Hill Top as an aide.  Tamara enjoyed spending time with family and friends; being silly,...

Jun 4, 2019

Marvin E. Carolina, Sr.

Marvin E. Carolina Sr., the only child of Ellis and Fannie Carolina, was born July 31, 1931 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.  Although he was an only child, he spent a good deal of time with his first cousin, Margret Kelly Banks, and her siblings.  Marvin accepted Christ at an early age and was raised...

May 25, 2019

Carol A. Fuller

Age 66, transitioned on May 25, 2019.  Beloved daughter of Mary Fuller; Loving mother of Almond; sister of Durwin, Terry Fuller, and Lisa Edmonds; also survived by three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild, other relatives and friends.  Visitation Friday 4-8 p.m. Morningstar Baptist Church Glenwood where services will be held Saturday11 a.m. Interment Homewood Cemetery. ...

May 17, 2019

Apostle David White

Age 85, transitioned on May 17, 2019.  Beloved husband of Prophetess Norma, also survived by ten children, 32 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; brother of Anna Ringgold; also survived by church family, other relatives, and friends.  Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m. at George A. Warden Funeral Home , 1100 N. Homewood Ave., Pgh, PA 15208, 412-241-3838, where...

Mar 20, 2019

BARBER, LOWANNA, L.

Age 67, transitioned on March 20, 2019.  Loved Mother of Corey Cash Jr., Ila Whitsey (Rome), and Tamica Smith; survived by brothers Cecil Barber and Robert Barber; and sisters Susie Brown, Gloria Phelps, Juanita Blair, Gwen Barber, Sandra Young, Essie Crowe, also survived by seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.   Visitation Monday,...

Feb 5, 2019

Treasured son of Thomas and Pastor Cheryl Ruffin; beloved brother of Jessica, Kirby, and Whitney Ruffin; also survived by maternal grandparents, John and Sarah Reed; other relatives and friends.  United States Army Veteran.  In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to the United Way of South Western Pennsylvania, for the Mission United Program.  Visitation Tuesday February...

Nov 30, 2018

Scott Paul Evans

Age 58, transitioned on September 8, 2019.  Beloved son of Theresa; father of Nicholas Evans, Amanda Talbot, and Stacy Evans; brother of Stephen, Lelia, Jill, Vondelia, Shelley, Monique Evans, and Theresa Evans -Knight; also survived by other relatives and friends.  Memorial service Saturday at 3p.m. St. Paul A.M.E Church, 400 Orchard Place Knoxville 15210. ...

Jul 6, 2018

Geraldine Burks, age 81, transitioned on July 6, 2018.  Devoted mother of Ervin, Frazier (Nicole), Scott (Ma-Laika), Darnell, Sherell and Shenile Banks; loving sister of Vincent Sisco; Carl (Karen) Sisco and Pauline Williams. also survived by 21 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

Interment:  Allegheny Cemetery.

Jun 30, 2018

Elijah Sellers passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at the age of 85.    Loving Husband of Kathryh Sellers; Father of Kimberling Woodbury (Tia), Kevin Woodbury, Michael Woodbury,  Douglas Woodbury (Lydia) and Elijah J. Sellers.  Brother of Joseph Sellers, Christina Bennett (Charles) and Andrea Matthews (Michael); also survived by 24 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren;...

Jun 24, 2018

Hydiyyah Goudelock passed away on Sunday, June 24, 2018.  Beloved mother of Jamil (Michelle) and Medina Goudelock; loving sister of Eleanor Blannon, Alieyyah Shareef and Ayesha Williams.  Also survived by five grandchildren and one great grandchild, and other relatives and friends.  Interment being held at Homestead Cemetery.

Jun 7, 2018

Shirley Kemp, age 68  transitioned on Thursday, June 7, 2018.  Beloved wife of Harvey; devoted mother of Douglas and Nikita Williams (Rolando); sister of Priscilla Horsley (Deacon Earl); also survived by five grandchildren, one great grandchild and other relatives and friends.

Entombment - Homewood Cemetery