Obituaries

Obituaries

Annetta R Covington

Annetta R Covington

Jan 5, 2026

Annetta R. Covington of Pittsburgh, PA transitioned to eternal rest on January 5, 2026, at the age of 83.

She leaves to cherish her memory her sons: Ralph Covington and Paul Covington; daughters: Kimberly Mellix (Rev. Mark Mellix) and Cheryl Covington (Richard McKnight); brother: Ronald Eley (Berneice Eley); 8 Grandchildren; and a host of family and friends....

Gaydale Williams

Gaydale Williams

Dec 31, 2025

Gaydale Williams, of the Hill District, transitioned to eternal rest on December 31, 2025 at the age of 69.

She leaves to cherish her memory her father: Kassie Evans; son: David Jason Williams; daughters: Gabriella Williams and Dava Williams; sister: Glendale Walker; 11 Grandchildren; 7 Great-Grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

A memorial...

Darlene R. Mitchell

Darlene R. Mitchell

Dec 31, 2025

Darlene R. Mitchell, of Pittsburgh, PA, transitioned to eternal rest on December 31, 2025 at the age of 61.

She leaves to cherish her memory her sons: David Dennison, Darrell Mitchell, and Darnell Dennison; daughter: Tammeka Dennison; brothers: William P. Mitchell, Randolph H. Mitchell, Garrick J. Mitchell, Donald L. Mitchell, and Andre Mitchell; sisters: Patricia A. Powell,...

Patricia Ann Carter

Patricia Ann Carter

Nov 28, 2025

Patricia Ann Carter, of the Hill District, transitioned to eternal rest on November 28, 2025 at age 89.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter: Rhonda James; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Funeral services will be held at Bethel AME Church, 2720 Webster Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, on Monday, December 8, 2025;...

Melvin Fowler

Melvin Fowler

Nov 26, 2025

Melvin Fowler, of Pittsburgh, PA transitioned to eternal rest on November 26, 2025 at the age of 75.

He leaves to mourn his loss his son: Melvin Stephens; brothers: Michael Fowler and Gerald Fowler; sister: Charlene Weaver; and devoted friend: Tempie Boddy.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025 at West Funeral...

Naomi Harris

Naomi Harris

Oct 19, 2025

Naomi Harris, age 83, of Turtle Creek, PA transitioned to eternal rest.

She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter: Diane Harris; 4 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and brother: Robert Lee Harris; and a host of family and friends.

Services will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025; Visitation: 11am; Service: 12pm; Interment: Greenwood Cemetery.

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Howard D. Cooper

Howard D. Cooper

Oct 17, 2025

Howard Donald Cooper was born on July 1, 1934 in Beaver Falls, PA to his parents John Cooper and Elouise Cooper. Howard attended the Connelley Trade School, where he graduated with his High School Diploma. He later got married to his wife, Cynthia Cooper.

For twenty years, Howard was employed at Hussy Copper as the Union Vice...

Edith L Potter

Edith L Potter

Sep 21, 2025

At 1:25 pm on September 21, 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones, Edith quietly departed from her earthly life at Highland Hills Skilled Nursing Facility in Ross Township and entered into the eternal presence and peace of God.

Edith was born on July 10, 1945 to the late James "Boyd" Gilliam and the late Florence (Hollis)...

Lorriane D. Mangham

Lorriane D. Mangham

Aug 28, 2025

Lorriane Mangham, a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, aunt, friend, and devoted elder in the church, passed away on August 28, 2025, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She was a woman of unwavering faith, fierce love, and boundless generosity—known by all who met her as someone who would give you the shirt off her back and preach the Word while doing it....

Nellie Ruth Parks

Nellie Ruth Parks

Jul 21, 2025

Nellie Ruth Parks, of the Hill District, transitioned to eternal rest on July 21st 2025 at the age of 93.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter: Sherelle Taliaferro; her entire family circle and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 1pm at the West Funeral Homes Chapel....

David Muse

David Muse

Jun 22, 2025

David Muse, age 79 of Braddock, PA, transitioned to eternal rest on June 22. 2025.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife: Naomi Muse; son: David Muse, Jr.; daughters: Ruth Coleman (Cephas) and Beth Burton; brother: William Muse, Jr.; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; and a host of family and friends.

Funeral services will be...

Cynthia Mary Jefferson

Cynthia Mary Jefferson

May 15, 2025

In as much as it has pleased Almighty God in his infinite wisdom to call from this earth Sister Leah Emeritus St Cynthia Mary Jefferson we write our appreciation of her.

She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 24 1941 to the Late Grand Trustee St Bernice Payne. She was an only child with a host...

Corine Abrams

Corine Abrams

May 12, 2025

Mrs. Corine Abrams passed away at 92 years of age on May 12, 2025. Mrs. Corine Abrams was born to Robert McGee Hopkins and Plummer Hicks Hopkins in Lapine, Alabama. Her mother died at a young age and Mrs. Abrams went to live with her Aunt & Uncle, Nehemiah & Jeff Harriel, where she went to school and graduated...

Lenall Thomas

Lenall Thomas

Jan 1, 2025

On November 22, 1943, a miracle was given to the late Elder H.L. Thomas and Lena Williams Thomas in Chattanooga, TN.  Lenall was their first daughter and second child of five children.  Lenall went to Main Street Elementary School and onward to Howard High School.

Lenall furthered her education by graduating from the Prairie Bible College in...

Estelle Naomi Sisco

Estelle Naomi Sisco

Dec 10, 2024

Estelle Naomi Sisco of Penn Hills, PA passed away on December 10, 2024 at 81 years of age. She was born on November 13, 1943 in Petersburg, West Virginia to John Wayne and Mildred Boyd. She was one of 5 children.

Estelle's greatest pleasure was sewing. She loved making outfits for her children as well as herself,...

Kindja Byumanine

Kindja Byumanine

Oct 28, 2024

Kindja Byumanine, age 59, transitioned to eternal rest on October 28, 2024. She left to cherish her memories her father: Ochidose Byumanine; son: Mtwali Parfait Aganze; daughter: Wani Kevine Byumanine; brother: Kabisi Byumanine and Emmanuel Lutwamuzire; sisters: Furaha Byumanine, Rosine Byumanine, and Aganze Gisele Byumanine; and other family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November...

Bruce S. Marshall

Bruce S. Marshall

Oct 6, 2024

Bruce Stanley Marshall of Elliot, PA, transitioned to eternal rest on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 61 years old.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife: Diana Marshall; sons: Calvin Anderson, Jr., Bruce Marshall II, Cameron Marshall (Kaly); daughters: Indy Marshall, Cherish Marshall (Lashay); Camille Marshall (Ronald); brother: Robert Marshall; sisters: Patricia Marshall and Dorothy Robertson...

Travis Lawrence Butler

Travis Lawrence Butler

Sep 14, 2024

Travis Lawrence Butler was born on May 12, 1979, to Sharon Butler and Robert King in Pittsburgh, PA. He was a vibrant baby with an abundance of energy and character. Even at a young age, Travis had a special gift for bringing love and laughter to everyone around him.

Family meant everything to Travis. His mother, Sharon,...

Leslie D. Biglow

Leslie D. Biglow

Jul 25, 2024

Leslie Daryl Biglow was called to eternal rest on July 25, 2024, after a long and heroic battle with cancer. In the words of the hospital physician, "he was a real warrior" as many had never witnessed such a fight for life and family.  That sentiment resonated throughout his life.

Leslie was born February 13, 1963, in...

Robert Harris

Robert Harris

Jul 24, 2024

Robert Harris, affectionately known as "Raider Bob" and "Fast Bob," passed away on July 24, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on August 4, 1951, to William and Catherine Harris, Robert grew up in the South Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh. He attended 5th Ave School and ultimately earned his GED. He pursued further education at the University of...

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