Gardenia V. Shelton
Jan 23, 2026
Gardenia Victoria Brown Shelton, affectionately known as "Grammy" to many, was born on August 23, 1945, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. Gardenia passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on January 23, 2026, at the Paoli Hospital, Paoli, Pennsylvania.
Gardenia was the daughter of the late Ashby Lee and Grace Esther Gibbs Brown. She was united in marriage to Sherman...
Duane E. (Wayne) Smith
Jan 23, 2026
Duane Edward Smith, 59, of Parkesburg, PA, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Paoli Memorial Hospital in Paoli, PA.
Born in Coatesville on October 2, 1966, Duane was the beloved son of James Rawls and the late Lula Mae Thomas.
Duane was employed as a Residential Program Supervisor at Keystone Human Services,...
Carl Richard Anderson
Jan 23, 2026
Notification of Passing
Carl R. Anderson, originally of Philadelphia, PA, passed away early Friday morning, January 23, 2026, at Exton Acute Care & Rehabilitation Center in Exton, PA. He was 72 years old.
No services are currently scheduled.
Condolences may be shared through the guestbook link on this memorial page. All are welcome...
Evelyn R. (Gail) Randolph
Jan 22, 2026
Evelyn Regail "Gail" Randolph, 83, of Landenberg, Pennsylvania, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Gail was born on July 17, 1942, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, to the late William "Libby" Rheubottom and Barbara Rheubottom.
She was a graduate of Media High School, Class of 1960, and later pursued additional studies at Cheyney University.
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Tyrone M. (Ty) Gould
Jan 13, 2026
Notification of Passing
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Tyrone M. Gould, "Ty", of Coatesville, PA, passed away suddenly at Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA. Ty was 72 years old.
Services for Tyrone will be held privately.
Family and friends may share condolences through the guestbook link on this memorial page, where...
James Hunter McDevitt
Jan 11, 2026
On Sunday, January 11, 2026, James Hunter McDevitt, of West Caln township in Coatesville, PA, passed away. He was 84 years old.
Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the son of the late John Joseph and Kathleen Margaret (Hunter) McDevitt. He was the beloved husband of Judith DuBois (Hansen) Shoemaker, and the father of Sara Behrendt...
Lisa Denise Keitt
Jan 10, 2026
Lisa Denise Keitt, 74, of Coatesville, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Vitas Hospice Care in Philadelphia, PA.
Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Herman G. Keitt Sr. and Lillian R. Young Keitt.
Lisa grew up with a deep passion for science and education, which she pursued...
Ninivar Ann Brown
Jan 1, 2026
Ninivar Ann Brown, age 101, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born on February 5, 1924, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Robert and Emily Young.
Affectionately known as Ms. Nin, she attended J. P. McCaskey High School and later married Raymond Brown. She was employed by the Schwann Watch Dial Factory...
Melvin J. (Poncho) Gardner
Dec 30, 2025
Melvin "Poncho" Gardner, 48, of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, was called home unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and unforgettable memories.
He was the son of the late Melvin James Anderson III and Debbie Gardner. He was raised by his loving grandparents, the late Samuel L. Rodriguez and Blanche E. Gardner.
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Jean M. Purcell
Dec 29, 2025
On Monday, December 29, 2025, Jean Purcell, of Downingtown, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home.
On February 19, 1949, Chester and Addie Johnson became parents to another set of twins. This time twin girls. Jean, also affectionately known as "Nute" grew up in Coatesville, Unionville and eventually Kennett Square, PA.
In the mid 60's, at...
Charles E. Palmer
Dec 29, 2025
Charles Elliot Palmer, Jr., 71, of Coatesville, PA, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Chester County Hospital in West Chester.
Charles was the son of the late Charles Elliot Palmer, Sr., and Jean Guydance Palmer.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Charles attended the Philadelphia public school system and was a proud graduate of...
Jahmir Sadiq (Jahjah) Thomas
Dec 27, 2025
Jahmir Sadiq Thomas, 21, of West Chester, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 27, 2025.
He was the son of Astashia J. Washington Foster and Timaro J. Thomas. He was affectionately known as "JahJah".
Jahmir was a 2022 graduate of West Chester East High School. He furthered his education at Brandywine Tech School. He...
Paul L. (“Big Paul”) Johnson
Dec 27, 2025
Paul L. Johnson was born on October 19, 1940, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania. He was the beloved son of the late Albert "Busty" Johnson and Alice Curry Johnson. On Saturday, December 27, 2025, Paul peacefully entered eternal rest at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Paul was a lifelong resident of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, attended Passtown School and was a...
Abdul Alladin
Dec 26, 2025
Notice of Passing
On Friday, December 26, 2025, Abdul Alladin, passed away at the Bryn Mawr Hospital in Bryn Mawr, PA. He was 78 years old.
The ceremonial ghusl (washing and shrouding of the body) will take place at 7:00 AM on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Wright Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Coatesville, PA....
Marjorie F. Moore Elliott
Dec 24, 2025
Marjorie Frances Moore Elliott was born on March 27, 1928, in Coatesville, PA. She was the second of seven children born to the late Augustus Moore and Pearl Elva Wilson Moore.
Marjorie grew up in a close-knit community, the east end of the City of Coatesville. She received her early education from the historic James Adams Elementary...
Lawrence E. (Lala) Lewis
Dec 17, 2025
Notification of Passing
On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, Lawrence E. "Lala" Lewis, of Coatesville, PA, passed away suddenly at home. He was 62 years old.
A memorial service is being planned. Please check back for more details and obituary information.
Family and friends may share condolences through the guestbook link on this memorial...
Betty Jane (London) Webb
Dec 15, 2025
Betty Jane London Webb, affectionately known as "Betts" by her family and friends, was born on January 21, 1945, in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania. She peacefully passed away in her sleep on December 15, 2025, at the Phoenix Center in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
Betty was the beloved daughter of the late Gertrude Ford and Moultrie L. Toney. She was united...
Metteree J. (Mett) Smith
Dec 13, 2025
Life began for Metteree Julia Smith in Cheraw, South Carolina, on November 3, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Harley and Ora Ellerbe Smith. On Saturday, December 13, 2025, Metteree departed this life at the age of eighty-eight years.
Mett's journey began at the Historic James Adams School, continuing through her graduation from Scott High...
Deborah Jean Delaware
Dec 8, 2025
Deborah Jean Delaware, 72, of Devon, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Paoli Memorial Hospital.
Born in Bryn Mawr, PA, she was the daughter of the late Bertha Margaret (Delaware) Jacobs.
Debbie dedicated her career to marketing research and consumer insights, beginning at Chiltan Research in Radnor and later serving as...
Robert L. Winchester
Dec 8, 2025
Robert Lee Winchester, 83, of Coatesville, PA, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, December 8, 2025, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester. Born in Coatesville, PA, he was the son of the late William Winchester and Charlotte Freeland Harris. Bob attended the Coatesville area public schools and graduated from S. Horace Scott Senior High School....
