Obituaries

William Earl Watson Jr.

William Earl Watson Jr.

Dec 21, 2025

William Earl “Duke” Watson Jr. was born on October 27, 1969, at JFK Hospital in Edison, New Jersey, to the late William Watson and Lois Watson. He was raised in Metuchen, New Jersey, where he spent his childhood and formative years surrounded by family, friends, and community.

Earl attended elementary school throughout the Metuchen School District and graduated from Metuchen High...

Carl E Kirkland

Carl E Kirkland

Dec 20, 2025

Romans 8:38-39

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God

Rest in Peace Father

Early Life

Carl Edward Kirkland was born on March 27, 1937, in Pulaski, Georgia, to...

Charles Carrington Bowles V.

Charles Carrington Bowles V.

Dec 11, 2025

In Loving Memory of Charles C. Bowles V.

Charles C. Bowles V. (Chit), age 48, passed away on December 11, 2025 at University of Pennsylvania Hospital, in Philadelphia, PA after battling illness. Born on August 1, 1977, Charles lived a life rooted in service, family, and unwavering integrity. A beacon of love, his presence enriched every life he touched. He was...

Pearl V. Bernard

Pearl V. Bernard

Dec 4, 2025

Pearl Bernard who was born on September 12, 1947 has now Transitioned on, leaving us December 4th 2025.

One of many siblings, daughter to Isabelle and Georgie Bernard, Pearl was born and raised on the Caribbean island of Jamaica from a Parrish called Hopewell, Hanover. From early on she carried a heart of Gold. Giving of herself endlessly with pure intentions,...

Ira E James, Jr.

Ira E James, Jr.

Dec 3, 2025

Ira E. James Jr., affectionately known as “Big Red,” was born on October 27, 1959, to Ira James Sr. and Annie Louise Freeman Alcindor, both of whom preceded him in death. He entered into eternal rest on December 3, 2025, at the age of 66, after courageously battling an illness for several years.

Although born to Ira Sr. and Annie, Ira...