All Obituaries

Michelle Widgins-Lewis was born on May 29, 1957, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Following a triumphant 10-year battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, in Abington, Pennsylvania, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her father Wayman and mother Dolores, her brother Wayman LaMont and sister April. She is survived by her daughter Anji and son-in-law Jeffery; son Pastor Michael and daughter-in-law Pastor Mariam; daughter Tracey and son Richard; ...

A Life of Service Unto God continued degree in human resources from Lincoln University. After this achievement, she was promoted to Human Resources Director. Audrey retired from Community Council after 25 years of service. One of the greatest highlights of Evangelist Audrey’s ministry was the birth of the Total Praise Family Worship Center in Narberth, Pennsylvania where she served as the founder and senior pastor. By God’s divine instruction and anointing, Evangelist Audrey ...

Joseph Reynolds, son of the late Joseph Reynolds, Sr. and Jesse Reynolds was born on December 28, 1937, and departed this life on June 20, 2026. Joseph served in the United States Air Force from July 27, 1955 until his honorable discharged in 1959. He worked for the Philadelphia Housing Authority for 35 years, retiring in 1990. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Sr. and Jesse Reynolds; His brothers, Richard Jones and Ronalds Reynolds; his sisters, Bea Butler, Connie ...

Jeanette Darnice Jones, 42, our beloved family and dear friend passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026. Born on February 28, 1984, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of Rudy Parker and preceded in death by her mother, Mary Jones. Jeanette grew up in North Philadelphia and found herself working various positions early on. With a passion for helping people, she spent time in home healthcare, various positions in retail, and her extreme passion as a licensed Certified ...

Affectionately called “Mika” came into this world early Tuesday morning July 11, 1972, to parents Doris & John Lee Purnell. She grew up with strong family support, especially from grandmom Nettie. She was a bright, inquisitive, sweet spirited child, who shared a close bond with her big brother Anthony. Mika attended public and parochial schools, graduating from Overbrook High School in 1991. She was always educating herself and increasing her experiences of life and its ...

CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF ONE WHO LIVED, LOVED, AND LED HE LIVED: Deacon Alfred Coffee, Sr., was born on March 6, 1938, in Philadelphia, PA, to John and Melissa Coffee. From a young age, he demonstrated a strong commitment to serving, loving, and honoring God. Educated within the Philadelphia School System, he left school early to provide for his mother and siblings, exemplifying sacrifice, and resilience. He was raised in the House of God Church, Keith Dominion, which served as his ...