All Obituaries

Chandra Ja 'net Heard passed away at the age of 41 after a prolonged battle with Lupus on February 15, 2022. Chandra, the daughter of Ronald Heard, Sr. and the late Gloria Heard, was their third child (only girl) and was born on January 27, 1981. She was a joy to her loving parents. Chandra attended Pittsburgh Public Schools during her elementary years. When her family relocated to Wilkinsburg, she attended Wilkinsburg's Junior/Senior High School. Following high school Chandra attended a...

PROPHETESS GERALDINE “Gerry” COLEMAN Prophetess Geraldine Coleman was born and raised in Wilmington, NC on January 25, 1942 to John Simpson and Edna “Evalina” Simpson. A graduate of Williston High School, she later pursued a degree of Elementary Education from Shaw University in North Carolina where she studied and was a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. After graduating, she taught in Virginia and later moved to New York to be with family and taught in the...

Age 101, transitioned on September 17, 2021 in Pittsburgh, PA.  Rosa was born on August 20, 1920 in Clayton, AL from the union of Lee McNabb and Florine Thompkins.  She graduated and became a nurses assistant.  She devoted her life to her job and her children.  Rosa was preceded in death by her daughter Juanita Arterberry.  Rosa leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Gwendolyn Vanleer; her grandchildren; and a host of other family members and friends. Services...

Myrtle Wood was born on Monday, August 31, 1925 to Charles and Grace Strong – Pittsburgh, PA. On Thursday, August 26, 2021 she moved on to Glory to be with the Angels. Proceeded her in death: Husband:    The late Kenneth Vincent Wood Parents:      The late Charles & Grace Strong Siblings:      The late Henriette...

    Laura Kate Smith was born on March 28, 1938 to the late Lethia Alston and Joe Cook in Jenkins Jones, WV. She was the youngest of her 3 siblings which she was predeceased by;  Sam Johnson, Johnnie Mae White, and Ruthie Davis. Laura moved to Eutaw, AL at a young age where Aunt Mama Laura and Aunt Mama Kate were a big part of her life. She attended Greene County Training School where she met her late husband William Smith, Jr.      Laura was a loving, caring,...

Rachel B. Berry was born on December 7, 1926 to her parents Charles Stokes and Bertie Fisher Stokes. She was one of 6 children made within their union: Phillip, Agnes, Norma, Charles, Jr., Betty and Rachel. Throughout her years, Rachel gained her education through the Pittsburgh Public Schools. She graduated from 5th Avenue High School in 1945. She continued her education at Duff’s Business School, which was located in Downtown Pittsburgh. Rachel did work as a Senior Division Secretary...

Brenda Glenn Jr. was born October 16, 1957 in Pittsburgh, PA to Walter James Glenn Sr, who preceded her in death and Brenda Glenn, Sr. She was the first granddaughter to the late Mildred Harris (Nanny) and Irene Green (Mother) she loved them dearly! Quietly and peacefully God whispered to her to come rest with her grandmother’s and father on April 10th. Brenda was the life of the party, she loved telling stories and reminiscing on her childhood. She loved taking care of people, even...

Age 80, transitioned on March 10, 2021.  He was born to the late Mr and Mrs Jeffries in Lynchburg, VA on December 28, 2021.  He had a loving wife and daughters.  He shared many wonderful memories with his sister, brothers, nieces, nephews, and his caring friend Louise Murphy.  He worked diligently in the hospitality industry for many years among other jobs.  Dennis was a God fearing man, whom stayed to himself, but his energy and engaging conversation would keep a...

JUANITA HOUSTON ARTERBERRY was born January 14, 1939 in Birmingham, AL. She was the eldest child born to Lawrence and Rosa McNabb Houston. Juanita was baptized and nurtured in Bethel A.M.E. Church in Ensley, Alabama and confessed Christ at an early age. She went from the Cradle Roll, YPD and became a Life Member of the Women’s Missionary Society. Juanita was educated in the Birmingham and Fairfield, Alabama school system. She was a proud graduate...

Age 63, transitioned on January 28, 2021.  Tyrone was born in Pittsburgh, PA on February 16, 1957 from the union of Carl Middlebrooks and Dolly Taylor.  He married and had a beautiful daughter.  He spent his years working and being a dedicated father.  He will be eternally missed by his beloved wife Karyn Bilal; daughter Melissa Dupree; siblings; and a host of other family members and friends.   Visitation Service will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2021 ...