Current Obituaries

Here's space to remember, honor and pay tribute to one of Coatesville's hometown legends. We invite you to light a candle in his memory, or share a condolence in the Guest Book section. Roderick Maurice Perry, 86, affectionately known as "Rod" was born in Coatesville Pennsylvania on July 30, 1934, to and Edward Perry, Sr. and Delia Alston Perry  Rod Perry left quite a legacy at the 1953 Pennsylvania State track and field...

Fulton R. Qareeb, Sr., 97, of Valley Township, Coatesville, PA, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021, surrounded by his family. Born in Livingston, Alabama, he was the son of the late Felton Mayes and Mary Porter Mayes.   He was a World War II veteran. He leaves cherished memories to his family members and friends. The Salat el Janazah will be held privately on Saturday, January 16, 2021.  Islamic burial be in Mellinger's Mennonite Cemetery, in...

Geraldine J. (Newton) Boggs, 79, of West Chester, PA, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2020, at her residence.  Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Edward Newton and Julia Baker Newton.   Geraldine worked as a registered nurse for many years. Geraldine is survived by sons, Melvin Benjamin Shepherd, Jr, and Carl Shepherd, as well as other relatives and dear friends. Service will be held privately at a later date.

Elder Alinda J. Eggleston, 73, was born, raised and educated in Coatesville, PA. She was the widow of the late Elder Julius G. Eggleston, Sr. with whom she shared 40 years of marriage. Born on August 4, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Oneal Norwood and Harriet Hunter. Pastor Alinda received her early education from the Historical James Adams School in Coatesville. She was a 1965 graduate of Scott Senior High School. At an early age, Alinda’s spiritual nurturing...

Cornelia Elizabeth Johnson, “Sue”, was born in Coatesville, PA on August 5, 1920.  She was the daughter of the late Edward and Goldie Larkins Young. Mrs. Johnson was one of the longest living people in her family.  She witnessed many things throughout her lifetime.  She received her early education from the Historical James Adams Elementary School. Remarkably, she was in the first class to graduate from S. Horace Scott High School. For many years, Mrs. Johnson...