Local Obituaries for Families in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
MORRIS BERNARD JOYNER
Jun 14, 2026
The Life Story Morris Bernard Joyner “Hawk”
Morris Bernard Joyner was born on November 19, 1951 to the late Westley and Corrine Joyner in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Bernard’s family moved to Philadelphia Pennsylvania at an early age.
Bernard was educated in the catholic school system. The Catholic schools he attended were St Elizabeth Elementary, Mercy Technical Vocational High School where he took up...
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...
TIAN E. JOHNSON
Mar 27, 2026
Life Story of Tian E. Johnson
Tian E. Johnson, the son of Roosevelt Johnson and the late Kathy Renee Johnson, was born at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on December 3, 1987.
On March 27, 2026, Tian transitioned at Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina after a short illness.
Tian received his early childhood education in the Philadelphia School System. He later earned his...
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...
