Obituaries

Jul 27, 2026

Joyce Ann Williams passed away peacefully at home in her sleep, surrounded by the love of her family, following a short battle with cancer. She was 82 years old.

Born in Harlem, New York, on April 21,1944, Joyce was a bright and inquisitive child with a passion for learning and discovery. Her early talent for the sciences earned her admission to...

Jul 24, 2026

Jul 20, 2026

Jul 11, 2026

It is with deep sorrow but unwavering faith that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved Mary Louise Lee on July 11, 2026. While our hearts are broken, we are grateful for the love and memories we all share. Mary's faith, style, and generous spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her....

Jul 6, 2026

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Kyaira Patrese Holmes, affectionately known as “Keke,” who entered eternal rest on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Kyaira was a devoted mother, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose intelligence, compassion, and generous spirit touched countless lives. A graduate of Amherst College and a dedicated leader with the New...

Jun 29, 2026

Jun 25, 2026

Margaret Jeanette Sumpter was born on December 18, 1932, in Wilmington, North Carolina, to Hattie Lou Baker and James Murphy. She was the youngest of four children.

In her early life, Margaret excelled in school and graduated from Wilmington High School when she was only 16 years old. Shortly after, in 1950, she married Rudolph Sumpter. When Rudolph was inducted into...

Jun 22, 2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Katherine "Kyle" Holbeck. Born January 13, 2010, but unexpectedly left us on June 22, 2026 at the tender age of 16. While we feel tremendous loss we also acknowledge our gratitude for having experienced her loving and thoughtful nature. 

In her short life she shared her tremendous creative...

Jun 18, 2026

Jun 14, 2026

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, friend, and hero, Shawn Gary “SolidG” Griffith, who left this life on June 14, 2026. Shawn was born on September 12, 1973, In Barbados West Indies, the first son of Agnes Yvonne, eldest brother to Greg, Jeremy, Richard and Kimberly, uncle to Lali who he loved...

Jun 14, 2026

Jun 14, 2026

Jun 7, 2026

Rufus Thomas, 58, of Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away on June 7, 2026. Born in Carteret, New Jersey, on December 29, 1967, he was the beloved son of Reba Thomas and the late Jerry L Thomas Sr. And the owner of Rufus Demolition & Clean Up and All Action Demolition

Rufus was raised in Plainfield, he became known for his warm...

Jun 5, 2026

On the 27th of May 1954, the first chapter of the Forbes family legacy was written when the beloved firstborn daughter of Headley and Carmen Forbes took her maiden breath at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital in Kingston Jamaica. Janet Elizabeth arrived eleven (11) months to the date following her parent’s nuptials on June 27, 1953, bringing with her the promise...

May 28, 2026

May 27, 2026

We lost our dearly beloved Rita. Please join us for a celebration of life in loving memory of dear Sister Rita Ridley. Her generous compassionate spirit touched so many, and we will be gathering to share our memories at the service, followed by a repast in her honor. 

May 26, 2026

May 20, 2026

Ondre Almeida, age 57, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 20th, 2026, at Penn's Medical Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania after a brave battle with lung disease.

Ondre was born on May 19th, 1969, to Martin and Polly Almeida at St Peters hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. After graduating from J.P. Stevens High School, he built a rich and rewarding...

May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026

In loving memory of William K Daly

It’s with great sorrows that we announce the passing of William K Daly, also known as Putso. William was a beloved father, grandfather, and brother. He was a cherished die hard representative of Uptown UTC. He is survived by his sons Kareem and Kevin Daly. Grandson Karmine and Kam’Ron Daly, granddaughter Miyilah Daly. Brothers...