Obituaries

Oct 27, 2025

Bennie “Pie” Dixon born November 06, 1940 in Woodrow, South Carolina peacefully departed this life surrounded by loved ones on September 27, 2025. Bennie was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend—a true family man all around—whose kindness, humor, and hardworking spirit touched everyone who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pensacola Dixon,...

Oct 3, 2025

Oct 2, 2025

William Bailey Jr., 73 of Piscataway, New Jersey transitioned peacefully at home on October 2, 2025. He was born on Monday, July 21, 1952 in Newark, New Jersey to the late, William Henry Bailey and Jessie Mae Sanford Bailey.

He was educated in the Newark public school system and went on to pursue a technical degree in analytical chemistry. He began...

Oct 1, 2025

On August 5, 1935, God blessed the world with one of his angels, Sarah Clark Starling. Born to the late Essie Bell Grooms Clark and Ike Clark in Cuthbert, GA where she lived the good ole country life. At an early age, Sarah accepted Christ as her Savior and became a member of New Salem C.M.E. Church in Benevolence, Georgia....

Sep 22, 2025

Bryan Taylor Bowser was born on July 24, 1980, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, to Cyle Bowser and Jacqueline McGhee Bowser. A lifelong resident of Linden, New Jersey, Bryan was educated in the Linden Public School System and graduated from Linden High School in 1999.

Raised in a faith-filled family, Bryan was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Linden, where...

Sep 26, 2025

Sep 6, 2025

Harvey Eugene Cain, born on October 29, 1953, in Glenville, Georgia, to Annie Lee Williams and Leroy Cain, departed this life on September 6, 2025.

Harvey lived a life full of joy, music, and laughter. He was a gifted singer and spent many years performing with the group Spank. Among his favorite songs to perform was the beloved tune “In the...

Sep 2, 2025

Raymond Jennings Jr., affectionately known as “June,” was born on December 2, 1949, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Raymond Jennings Sr. and Willie Bertha Jennings.

He was raised in Newark’s Hayes Homes on West Kinney Street and received his education through the Newark Public School system. Raymond proudly graduated from Central High School in 1968 and continued his studies...

Sep 9, 2025

Tanya Lisa Michelle “Battlecat” Forbes was born on February 7, 1971, at Saint Michael’s Hospital in Newark, NJ. After courageously facing health challenges with strength and grace, she peacefully slipped away on September 9, 2025.

Tanya lived a life full of warmth, kindness, and generosity. She attended Lincoln Elementary and Abraham Clark High School in Roselle, NJ, where she proudly served...

Sep 11, 2025

Floyd Height was born on April 30, 1964, in Jersey City, NJ. He passed away on September 11, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the beloved son of Barbara Burr. He attended St. Benedict’s Preparatory School in Newark, NJ.

Floyd was known for his unique style and pride in his locs. He worked at Iron Mountain and most...

Sep 8, 2025

Glynn Tyler Howard was born on September 19th, 1961, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The son of the late Tyler Howard and Maxine (Ellis) Howard. He attended Roselle Public Schools and graduated from Abraham Clark High School in 1979. Glynn continued his education also attending Virginia State University. Glynn LOVED sports, as a former Roselle Ram which was embedded in him....

Aug 28, 2025

Geraldine Lee Brown was born on January 11, 1949, in Newark, N.J., to the late parents of James Halton Sr. and Julia Halton. She was predeceased by her siblings James Halton Jr. and Alberta Halton and her grandson Devon Dillahunt. Geraldine attended the Newark Public School System and graduated from Weequahic High School in 1967. Geraldine was affectionately known as...

Aug 18, 2025

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Jul 29, 2025

Vivian Williams Lester was born September 10, 1935, to Charlie and Rose Anna Williams in Bath, South Carolina. She was the first of four children, and was preceded in death by Robert, Rae and Leroy and son, Joseph Lester, Jr. The family relocated to Elizabeth, New Jersey where she attended public school. At the age of 12 Vivian accepted Christ...

Jul 18, 2025

Richard “Pah-Pah,” “Uncle Butch,” and “Doc” Jones Sr.

Sunrise: December 13, 1945 - Sunset: July 18, 2025

Richard “Pah-Pah,” “Uncle Butch,” and “Doc” Jones Sr. peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the age of 79. He departed this life at home, surrounded by the love of his devoted granddaughter, Yvonna R. McPhatter, and great-grandson, Yassir.

Born December 13,...