Obituaries

Dec 27, 2023

William Henry Bailey, Jr., known to his loved ones as Billy, passed away on December 27, 2023, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the age of 73. Billy was born on August 9, 1950, in Pittsburgh. He was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and sibling.

Billy had a vibrant personality and was known for his love of spending time...

Nov 24, 2023

Edna Sutton Walker was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 17, 1934.  She transitioned on November 24, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones.  Edna will be truly missed.

She leaves to cherish her memory her husband Cecil Walker, Sr.; sons: Cecil II, Levi (Cheryl Ann), Aaron, Timothy (Cheryl Louise), David (Sharon), and Joseph (Donna) Walker; daughters: Thamar...

Nov 1, 2023

Jo Alice Snow Galloway a wonderful woman of GOD was born October 25, 1944, in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama. She joined her eternal rest with the ancestors on November 1, 2023 leaving behind a legacy that future generations will honor and cherish.

Jo Alice was the last of 9 children born to John and Alice Holcomb. ...

Oct 16, 2023

Aleah Wible, age 20, passed away on September 16, 2023, at Heritage Valley Hospital, in Beaver, PA.  She was born September 1, 2003, to Jeannie Wible and Ronald Fitzgerald at the Uniontown Hospital, in Uniontown, PA.  Aleah lived and attended school at McGuire Memorial in New Brighton, PA., and graduated in 2023.  Aleah loved listening to music & watching...

Sep 18, 2023

Steven Douglas Regan was born August 25, 1980, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Lori Regan Biglow and Steven Kenley.  He was preceded in death by his Grandmother Nell Regan, Grandfather William A. Regan, Sr., and Grandmother Joan Kenley. "Stevie" as he was affectionately called by many, was a proud 1997 graduate of Schenley High School. Upon graduation he received recognition...

May 21, 2023

Joseph Wilbon, 105, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 21, 2023. He was born on April 1, 1918 to the late Horace Wilbon, Sr. and Emma Rabon in Bronwood, GA. Joseph was among six siblings – Henry, Maggie, Fannie, Raybon, Horace and Rushia.

In 1941 he enlisted in the U.S....

Apr 13, 2023

Daniel L. Lewis was born on February 11, 1933 in Gordon,Georgia from the union of Lee Evans and Inez Lewis.  Daniel enlisted in the service at an early age. He spent many years working as a steel worker in the steel mill.  He dedicated his life to his family and work.  Daniel transitioned on April 13, 2023 surrounded by...

Apr 12, 2023

Constance L. Burtch was born on Thursday, September 4, 1952 to the union of the late Thomas Burtch and Alabelle Scott.  Constance was the youngest of three children, Thomas and Barbara Burtch.

Constance started her family early.  She married Raymond Green and they had three children; Raymond, Raychelle, and Aaron by the time she was 26.  Constance...

Mar 12, 2023

Jodell Corrine Bedard. Born May 26,1955 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the beloved late Delores and Joseph Bedard. Jodell was called home to Glory on March 12, 2023.

Jodell received her education though the Pittsburgh Public School System and graduated from Schenley High School in 1973. She went on to attend Clarion State College, before entering the workforce,...

Mar 11, 2023

Bernice Coleman Whiting, 91, peacefully passed away on March 11, 2023 at 1:58a.m. at Highland Park Care Center.

Bernice was born November 21, 1931 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. The oldest daughter of the late Willie Coleman and Cornelia Williams Coleman.

Bernice grew up in the Pittsburgh area & attended Pittsburgh Public Schools. She was a dedicated...

Mar 4, 2023

Ray A. Boyd transitioned to eternal rest on Saturday, March 4, 2023. He leaves to cherish his  memories wife: Janet A. Peterson; son: Ray A. Boyd, Jr.; daughters: Raynell, Arayia, Loharre, and Asia Boyd; brothers: Emmitt and Jeffrey Boyd; sisters: Virginia Gales-Boyd, Lorraine Sewell-Boyd, and Evelyn Boyd; three grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Jan 29, 2023

Raymond Perry Davis passed into the warm embrace of the Lord on Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born on June 6, 1944, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was raised in a loving family with Frank and Ada Woods, where he attended Bellevue High School.  Upon graduation, Ray enlisted in the Air Force and was stationed at Shaw Airforce Base...

Jan 10, 2023

Arlene E. Wiliams transitioned to eternal rest on January 10, 2023. She leaves to cherish her memories her sons: Rome Williams (Yvette), Phillip Williams (Jessica), Todd Williams; daughter: Teena Williams Adams (Charles); Sister: Helen White.

She is preceded in death by her son: Mark Williams; daughter: Renee Alton.

Visitation will be on Monday, January 16,...

Dec 11, 2022

Dorcas Turner of Pittsburgh PA, a lifetime resident of the Hill District, transitioned to eternal rest on December 11, 2022 at age 95. She is survived by her son: Darryl Turner; daughters: Renee Turner and Karen Snyder (Glenn); 6 Grandchildren; and 4 Great-Grandchildren.

Services will be held at West Funeral Home. Visitation: Friday, December 16th 2022, 4pm...

Dec 9, 2022

If ever you needed a shirt, Tahona Charise Comer, "Tay", would have taken the one off her back to give to you. Generosity, compassion, empathy, and open mindedness were her finest attributes. Tay's shyness could be easily overlooked in the presence of her sarcastic wit, sense of humor, and knack for making silly faces.

A longtime fan...

Nov 30, 2022

Harvey Duncan was born on July 22, 1949 from the union of Emmette Duncan and Essie Mitchell in Troy, Alabama.  Harvey excelled in school, eventually earning his Bachelor's Degree in Education.  He dedicated many years to teaching within the Pittsburgh Public School system as a Math Teacher.  He went on to having children of his own.  Harvey transitioned on...

Nov 30, 2022

James Stewart, Jr. transitioned to eternal rest on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at West Funeral Home 4pm-8pm

Funeral services will  be held on Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 10 am at the First Church of God and Saints of Christ, 626 Lawson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15219....

Oct 6, 2022

Louise Aquilla Evans was born December 24, 1933 to the late Dora Anderson Satterfield and Willie Mitchell in Little Egypt (Stokes County, North Carolina).  After her mother passed away, she and her brother (James Mitchell) were relocated to Pittsburgh to live with their Aunt Mary Lassiter in The Hill District.  There, she attended Miller Elementary School and Fifth Avenue...

Sep 23, 2022

Hugh P. Blackman transitioned to eternal rest on September 23, 2022 at age 94. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife: Murry M. Blackman; sons: Hugh P. Blackman, Jr (Hazel), and Keith Blackman (Tammie); Daughter: Stacey Muhammad (Aamir); and a host of family and friends too numerous to mention.

Visitation will be held on Friday,...

Aug 28, 2022

Age 59, Diane made her heavenly transition on August 28, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones.  She will be eternally missed by her family and friends.  She leaves to cherish her memory her one and only brother Robert Stanley and a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held at West Funeral Home on Tuesday,...