All Obituaries

Age 73, made her heavenly transition of March 12, 2020.  Beverly was born in Pittsburgh, PA on July 25, 1946 to the union of Fred and Irma Mills.  She attended the Pittsburgh Public Schools, where she graduated from and attended college after.  She married her beloved husband Lucian and had three lovely daughters.  Beverly spent her years tending to her family and spent time in the church in service of the Lord.  Beverly will be greatly missed by her loving husband...

Age 95, made her heavenly transition on January 10, 2020.  Ethel was born in Summerfield, NC on March 19, 1924 from the loving union of Gene and Dora Wilson.  She graduated high school and had her beloved son.  Ethel was known to be very blunt and outspoken.  She was always a truthful and jovial spirit.  She eventually relocated to Pittsburgh, where she made her mark as one of the few African American female general contractors.  She lived a life true to herself...

Age 91, transitioned on December 28, 2019.  Lillie was born on November 2, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA to Homer and Anna Mae Worth.  She had  two sons and spent her life caring for them.  Lillie was a daycare assistant at St. Margaret's for many years.  She was a beloved member of The Church of the Round in Aliquippa, PA , dedicating her time volunteering.  Lillie will be greatly missed by her two sons Michael and Ronald McBryde; her five grandchildren; one great...

Age 39, transitioned on December 18, 2019.  Stacie was born on June 11, 1980 from the union of William and Cheryl Coates.  She dedicated her life to her children and caring for others as a private duty care giver.  She will be truly missed by her father William Coates; sons Kenyatta Mwambu, Amir Phenizy; daughters Brooklyn and Samara Phenizy; brothers William, Anthony, Darnell, and Jason Coates, and Eric Hanna; sisters Doreen and Latasha Coates, and Erica Hanna; and a host of...

Karen D. Williams Age 66, ascended from earth on September 3, 2019.  Survived by her dedicated niece, Issa Rice; other relatives and friends.  Memorial Service Saturday, 11 a.m. at George A. Warden Funeral Home., 1100 N. Homewood Ave., 412-241-3838. Interment; Private

Carolyn J. Carswell Carolyn was the only child born to Purcell and Carrie McQuaige on August 20, 1944 in Pittsburgh, PA.  Carolyn gave her life to Christ and was baptized at Nazarene Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Ricky v. Burgess.  Because Carolyn took her new life with Christ very seriously, she became a committed member of the Pastor's Aide, and the Missionary Board of N.B.C.  She continued to be a member of these organizations even after her health no...

Darryl N. Lillard, transitioned on Saturday, August 3, 2019.  The loving father of Darryl Neil Lillard Jr., Shawn Anderson, and Rosalind Lillard.  He is also survived by his sister Donna Walker; 1 grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Memorial Service: August 11, 2019 3PM at the George A. Warden Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment: Private.  Arrangements entrusted to George A. Warden Funeral Home, 1100 N. Homewood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208. ...

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 services will be held Friday 11 a.m. Interment Greenwood Cemetery.

Deaconess Celeste H Jones, age 93, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania passed away October 26, 2018.  Wife of the late Deacon  Jesse L. Jones, Sr; mother of Diana L. Manns of Dayton Ohio, Jesse L Jones Jr (Rose), Rev. Curtis M. Jones Sr. (Deborah) and Rhonda G. Hall, all of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  She is also survived by two sisters, Sarah Reed (John) of Pittsburgh and LaVera Howard (James) of Trotwood, Ohio, two sister-in-laws Gloria Dean Kelly and Rita Jones.  God daughter...

Born August 4, 1947in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Freddie Sherrod, Jr  was the son of Freddie Sherrod, Sr. and Annie F. Shepard.  Freddie passed from this life on February 7, 2018. Freddie graduate from Westinghouse High School, married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Wallace and fathered a son, Robert Lawrence Johnson.  In the late 60’s, Freddie joined the United States Air Force, fought during Vietnam War and served as a military policeman in numerous...