Obituaries

Nov 17, 2023

On February 2, 1959, Robin Denise Braxton was born to beloved parents, Cornelius and Rose Braxton, in Westfield, NJ. Throughout her life, Robin has been known for always being unapologetically herself. A strong woman, who has been able to endure and overcome some of life’s greatest challenges. A daughter and a mother. A partner and a friend. She has...

Nov 17, 2023

Rosa Bell, better known as Rose, left this life and went home to be with Jesus on Thursday morning, November 17, 2023, at the age of 96, in Bowie MD. She was in hospice care.

She was born to the parents of Clyde and Anna Lee on September 29th, 1927, in...

Nov 11, 2023

Reverend Milton Thomas Lester Jr. passed away in Perth Amboy at home on Saturday, November 11th, 2023 at the age 66. After a long illness, he peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

He is survived by his wife Linda, sons Milton III, Matthew Lester, and kinship of two children Nyrre and...

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 9, 2023

Clarence Herschel Guyton, Jr. was the Son of Clarence Guyton Sr and Cresia Bell. Clarence was a charismatic man, his very presence commanded your attention when he walked into a room. He was a well-groomed gentleman, who left a lasting impression on those in his company. Mr. Guyton didn't' talk much but when he spoke words of wisdom it...

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Lyman Hogue, Jr. was born September 14, 1936 in Cleveland County, North Carolina to the late Lyman, Sr. and Nina Mae Moore. Lyman lived in Shelby, North Carolina and graduated from his local high school prior to migrating north to New Jersey.

April 17, 1965, Lyman married Vernis Ross and this...

Nov 2, 2023

Margaret (Parker-Simmons) Lett was born to Bertha Parker and Nathan Simmons III in Tunnel Springs, AL on August 12, 1940. Margaret was raised and loved by her great-uncle Linwood Simmons and his wife, Annie Lee Richardson-Simmons along with their children Jerry Lee Simmons (deceased), Robert Eugene Simmons (deceased), and Queen Esther Simmons-Wedderburn. Margaret also has a biological brother named...

Oct 24, 2023

Kisha Monique Sanders was born on October 23, 1976, to the late Anita and Sylvester Sanders, Jr. Kisha was called home on October 24, 2023. Kisha began her education in Irvington public schools, she attended Berkely Terrace Elementary School, Myrtle Avenue Middle School, and she went on to eventually graduate from Frank H. Morrell “Irvington High School” in 1994....

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Oct 17, 2023

Gladys Monica Small, known affectionately as Mum, peacefully passed away on Tuesday evening, October 17th, 2023, at the age of 103 in Somerset, NJ. USA.

She was born on May 25th, 1920, in Maidstone, Manchester, Jamaica, into the Sinclair family. Gladys was a devout Christian, God-fearing woman who always had a smile on her lips...

Oct 14, 2023

Oct 14, 2023

Therese May Lawton Obituary Therese May Lawton, affectionately known to many as “Terry”, was born in the District of Mandeville, Parish of Manchester, in Jamaica, West Indies, on May 4, 1943. She was the eldest child of Hubert and Hazel Gordon.

Therese’s journey through life was one of immense love, resilience, and devotion. Her life...

Oct 13, 2023

Oct 12, 2023

Jonathan Pierre-Louis, age 26, passed away on October 12, 2023. Jonathan was born on November 8, 1996 in Trenton, New Jersey.

Jonathan attended Nottingham High School and graduated in 2015. He was a devoted athlete that enjoyed playing on the football team. Jonathan also enjoyed pursuing other endeavors, such as creating music, maintaining his fitness,...

Oct 11, 2023

Oct 10, 2023

Martha Deborah Chapman was born on November 9 1933, in Paulsboro, NJ. She was a daughter of the late Rev. Richard and Althea Johnson. She was educated in the Paulsboro, NJ public school system and graduated from Paulsboro High School. She passed away peacefully at home on October 10, 2023.

Martha was married to the...