Mar 25, 2024

Charles James Terry of Coatesville, Pennsylvania transitioned from his earthly home while at Bryn Mawr Hospital in Bryn Mawr, PA on March 25, 2024.  He was 86 years old.

Charles was born in Roanoke, Alabama on July 19, 1937, to Lois (Yancey) Terry and Charlie B. Terry.  Charles grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania along with his only...

Mar 20, 2024

Gwendolyn Tooles, 79 of Coatesville, PA departed this life peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was the third of eight daughters born on April 25, 1944, to the late Wilbur "Sticks" Tooles and Dolly Mae Arnold Tooles.

She was affectionately known as "Gweny" or "Gwen." She was educated in...

Mar 19, 2024

Kendra Nichole Franklin, 31, of Avondale, PA passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, PA.

Born in West Chester, PA, she was the daughter of  Charreen Nichole McKim and Terrance Lamot Franklin, Sr.

She was a 2010 graduate of Hampton High School in Virginia. Kendra had...

Mar 11, 2024

Peggy M. Butler, 86, of Modena, PA , passed away suddenly on Monday, March 11, 2024, at home. Peggy was born in Mortonville, PA, she was the daughter of the late David Frank McClure and Lillian May Mulvaney.  Peggy was the wife of the late Eunasy T. McCain, Sr. with whom she shared 50 years.

With a...

Mar 7, 2024

On Thursday, March 7, 2024, Bonnie Lee Jouhari, of West Chester, PA, passed away at Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital in West Chester. She was 68 years old.

Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Robert Russel and Shirley Mae (Jones) Erhgood. She was the grandmother of Alexa Maeleah Willis, Mekyela, Daniella and...

Mar 4, 2024

Juan A. Ortega, age 59 of Kelton, PA, passed away on March 4, 2024.

Born in Jennersville, PA, on May 7, 1964, Juan was the son of Catherine Westley of Kelton, PA, and the late Manuel Ortega of Naranjito, Puerto Rico. He was raised in Kelton and Avondale, PA, and graduated from Avon Grove High School. Later...

Mar 4, 2024

On Monday, March 4, 2024, Harry A. Wright, Sr., of Malvern, PA, went home to be with the Lord. He was 94 years old, and a lifelong resident of Chester County.

Harry A. Wright Sr. was born on April 10, 1929, to the late Hamilton Edward Wright and Mary Elizabeth Hopkins.  One of 12 children, he grew...

Mar 1, 2024

Kayla Scott-Araus, a bright and courageous soul left us on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after bravely fighting an illness.

At just 11 years old, Kayla touched the lives of many with her remarkable strength and wisdom that surpassed her years. Her love shone brightly, leaving a lasting impact on all who had...

Feb 24, 2024

Carol Jane Simpson, of West Chester, PA, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital in West Chester. She was 73 years old.

Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Howard H. Evans, Sr. and Sarah J. (Corsey) Evans. She was the wife of the late William E....

Feb 23, 2024

Gloria J. Oliphant, 74, of Coatesville, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, at Paoli Hospital in Paoli, PA.

Born in Martinsville, Virginia, she was one of 10 children born to the late John and Nora Peay Malloy.

Gloria was a dedicated worker who spent many years in a sewing factory, showcasing her skills and commitment...

Feb 21, 2024

Benjamin Joseph Elliott, Jr., 87, of Downingtown, PA, was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester.

Born in Midway, Georgia he was the son of the late Benjamin Joseph Elliott and Jeanette Hendry Elliott.

After graduating from Liberty County High School in...

Feb 18, 2024

Larry Eric Grove, father, grandfather, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend was born on April 27, 1969, in Coatesville, PA. Larry was affectionately known to a few as "L. Boogie". He was one of eight children born to Mattie Hampton-Grove, and the late Minister Moses Grove, Sr. Larry transitioned unexpectedly and went home to be with the Lord on...

Feb 14, 2024

On Wednesday, February 14, 2024, Valentine's Day in the middle of the night, Georgette Danielle Winkey, of Coatesville, PA, slipped away unexpectedly at the Paoli Hospital. She was 54 years old.

Born in Coatesville, she was the beloved daughter of Amanda Buchanan Winkey and the late Charles V. P. Winkey. She was affectionately known as "Lovie" by...

Feb 10, 2024

Ms. Ramona R. Halsey, of Coatesville, PA, passed away at her residence in West Brandywine township, on Saturday, February 10, 2024. She was 88 years old.

Ramona was born in Smithfield, West Virginia, to the late Louis and Delphia (nee Banes) Liggett. She was the wife of the late Charles Thomas Halsey, Sr.

She is...

Feb 6, 2024

Wayman Anthony Fiorentino of Coatesville, PA, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. He was 68 years old.

Born in West Chester, PA,  he was the son of the late Eugene Thomas Fiorentino, Sr. and Monica Louise (Shockley) Johnson.

He was a 1973 graduate of Coatesville Area Senior High School.  Wayman worked for the...

Feb 6, 2024

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Susan Jane Genova, of Honey Brook, PA, passed away. She was 71 years old.

Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Tryon) Seidle. She was the beloved wife of Donald E. Genova.

Family and friends may share condolences at the guestbook link...

Feb 6, 2024

Cathy Sue Dickens-Gray, of Shenandoah, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Schuylkill Medical Center in Pottsville, PA. She was 38 years old.

Born in West Chester, PA, she was the daughter of Elwood Sturges and the late Wonda (Bennett) Sturges. As a little girl, she was given the Native American name "Pretty...

Feb 2, 2024

Richard Melvin Griffin, 60, of West Chester, PA passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024, at Penn Presbyterian Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.  He was born on August 5, 1963, in Jennersville, PA to the late Grace Mae Wilson Griffin Watters and Herbert Watters.  Richie grew up in Lincoln University, PA, and graduated from Oxford Area High School in 1982. ...

Feb 2, 2024

Charles T. James, Jr., "Chuck", 67, of Coatesville, PA, passed away suddenly on Friday, February 2, 2024, at his residence.

Born in West Chester, PA, he was the of the late Charles T. James, Sr. and Roceta M. Bell.

He was a graduate of Peabody High School in Pittsburgh. He also attended Wilford Academy Cosmetology...

Feb 1, 2024

Felix Brown Ortiz, 86, of Honey Brook, PA passed away Thursday, February 1st, 2024 at his residence.

Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Felix Brown and Dolores Ortiz. He was the beloved husband of Carmen Brown.

Felix enjoyed going fishing at Marsh Creek and French Creek.  He liked rainbows and...