Local Obituaries for Families in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
STELLA L. WILLIAMS
Jun 19, 2026
Stella Louise Williams, born on November 5, 1949, in Manhattan, New York, gracefully departed this life on June 19, 2026, at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. She was cherished as the daughter of the late John Green and Corine Gibbs and is now reunited with her parents, her brother John (Buzz) Green, sister Emma (Subbie) Gibbs, and her beloved nieces...
DORIS J. WILLIAMS
Jun 19, 2026
Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Doris J. Williams, who entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of those whose lives she touched.
Doris was born on March 26, 1929, in Mount Olive, North Carolina, to the late Claude and Annabelle Edwards. She was the eldest of two children. Doris...
CAROL ANN SKINNER
Jun 13, 2026
The Life Story of Carol Ann Skinner
"Some people enter a room. Carol Ann Skinner became the room."
Carol Ann Skinner was born on June 15, 1948, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Thomas Blackwell
and Barbara White. Philadelphia was more than her hometown—it was the place where she built a
life, raised her family, and created memories that will forever live on in the hearts...
DWAYNE M. ROBBINS
Jun 11, 2026
LIFE STORY
Dwayne Maurice Robbins was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at Women's Medical Hospital on March 8, 1979. He was the beloved son of Anita Robbins and the late John Lawton.
Dwayne grew up as a member of the Old Ship of Zion and attended the Home School Program, where he later earned his GED. He went on to work a variety...
James H. Cunningham
May 30, 2026
THE CELEBRATION OF LIFE STORY
James H. Cunningham, 64, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 30,
2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on September 2, 1961, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, James was the son of the late James
Henry Henderson and Mamie R. Cunningham. He lived a life devoted to family, friends, and
community. Known for his outspoken humor, generous spirit, and ability...
JAMES D. CAHOE
May 28, 2026
Life Story
JAMES D. CAHOE, affectionately known as “Jim,” was born on January 27,1969, and entered eternal rest on May 28, 2026.Jim was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Betty Cahoe, whose love,and guidance remained with him throughout his life.As a child, Jim was calm, respectful, and easygoing. He had a gentle spirit, abright smile, and a natural ability to...
Barbara Kinsler
Mar 22, 2026
She was survived by her late husband Isaac “Ironman” Burgess, the best man I ever known, her
3 sisters Sandra Hamlin, Linda Baylis, the late Delain Smith and 1 brother Ronald (Nasir)
Smith. Two children George E. Kinsler, III and Traci Kinsler. Two grandchildren Franklin C.
Kinsler-Bynum, Jr., Kayla J. Kinsler and two great grandchildren Franklin Kinsler-Bynum, III
and Farrad Kinsler-Bynum along with a...
Lois E. Johnson
Mar 4, 2026
Lois Etheridge Johnson , passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 90
on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Lois was born on January 27, 1936 in Newland (Pasqoutank County), North
Carolina. She was the eldest of three children born to the late Mable Williams
Etheridge and John Russell Etheridge. She joined Mt. Carmel Baptist Church at
an early...
Katrina A. Yancey
Dec 28, 2025
Celebration of Life - Katrina's Story
Katrina Antoinette Yancey
October 4, 1970 – December 28, 2025
Katrina Antoinette Yancey was born on October 4, 1970, to Arnetta Honesty Yancey and Lawrence Yancey. From her earliest days, Katrina radiated a bright, inquisitive spirit and a deep sense of purpose. Though she lost her mother at a young age, she was lovingly nurtured and raised...
Velma Cave
Dec 14, 2025
THE LIFE STORY
Velma Cave was born on November 3rd 1944, to Emmanuel Smalls and Annabelle Adams, in Philadelphia, PA. Velma was the youngest of 3 children and was preceded in death by them all. Unexpected to us all, Velma was suddenly taken by the hand and peacefully led home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December...
