Obituaries
Obituaries
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Robert Theodore Marshall, Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
***This obituary is posted by request from local family members***
Robert Theodore Marshall Sr., age 91, of Orlando, Florida, and formerly of Coatesville, PA, peacefully transitioned into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, November 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband of more than 50 years to his wife, Carolyn, a father, grandfather,...
Andre Hughston
Nov 29, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the vibrant life of Andre Hughston. Born on December 15, 1966, he was the cherished son of Stanley Hughston Jr., of Baltimore, Maryland, and Karen Hughston (Sanders) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Andre was educated in the Philadelphia Public School system. After graduating from Benjamin Franklin High School, Class of...
William B. Cuff, Jr.
Nov 25, 2025
William B. Cuff, Jr., 85, of Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the PhoenixCare Center in Phoenixville.
Born in Coatesville, PA, he was the only child of the late William Butler Cuff, Sr. and Anna Mae (Hampton) Cuff. He was known as "Bill Jr." by his family and friends. He was a...
Brenda Marie Edwards
Nov 13, 2025
Brenda Marie Edwards, 71, of Coatesville, PA, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the West Chester Rehabilitation Center.
Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late Claude Edwards, Sr., and Edith Herndon Edwards.
She received her early education from the Coatesville Area School District. She graduated...
Bilkees S. Lambe
Nov 13, 2025
Notification of Passing
On Thursday, November 13, 2025, Bilkees S. Lambe, of Exton, PA, passed away at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia, PA. She was 64 years old.
Muslim burial service will be observed on Friday, November, 14, 2025. The ceremonial ghusl will take place at 9:00 AM at Wright Funeral...
Linda M. Hoxter
Nov 12, 2025
Life Story
Linda M. Hoxter, a woman of profound spirituality and boundless love for animals, lived a life that resonated with compassion and purpose. Born on September 20, 1958, in Philadelphia, Linda's journey was marked by her dedication to nurturing life in all its forms.
Early Life and Education
From a young age,...
Adriana Angelica Padilla
Nov 6, 2025
On the afternoon of Thursday, November 6, 2025, Adriana Angelica Padilla, of Yonkers, New York, and a recent resident of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, passed away at Paoli Hospital in Paoli, Pennsylvania, after a prolonged stay. She was 89 years old.
Adriana was born in Lares, Puerto Rico, on December 2, 1935, to parents Alejandro Crespo and Angelica Victoria...
Joan Lee Wilkerson
Nov 3, 2025
Joan Lee Wilkerson, 85, of Thorndale, passed away on November 3, 2025, at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA.
She was the daughter of the late Jesse Lee Wilks and Joseph Broadnax. Joan was born on December 25, 1939, in Downingtown PA. She spent over 30 years at a job in West Chester working as...
Charles Henry Tate
Nov 1, 2025
***This obituary is posted by request of local family members***
On Saturday, November 1, 2025, after 102 years living life fully, Charles Henry Tate departed this world engulfed in the peace and love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Charles was born on June 30, 1923, to the late John and Clara Tate.
Charles...
Jahmir Semaj Pennington
Oct 29, 2025
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Jahmir Semaj Pennington of Coatesville, Pennsylvania, passed away at Paoli Hospital at the tender age of sixteen.
Born in West Chester, Pennsylvania, Jahmir was the beloved son of Shakira London and Christopher Morgan, as well as Michael Tilghman, who helped raise him, all of Coatesville. He was affectionately known as "Mir," "Mir-Mir,"...
Abdul Malik
Oct 29, 2025
Notice of Passing
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Abdul Malik, of West Chester, PA, passed away at the Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital in West Chester. He was 89 years old.
The ceremonial ghusl was performed at 10:15 AM on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Wright Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Coatesville, PA. The Salat...
Mark Finucane
Oct 24, 2025
Mark Finucane set sail on his final voyage on October 24, 2025, surrounded by his wife and three daughters. A sailor at heart and a storyteller by nature, he lived his life like the sea: fierce, steadfast, and always full of adventure.
Born in Chester, PA, Mark's childhood was punctuated by afternoons on the basketball court and...
Yvonne B. (Lambert) Toney
Oct 20, 2025
Yvonne B. Toney, a beloved and pioneering educator, was born on June 12, 1941, in Philadelphia, PA, Yvonne was one of two children born to the late Jules Lambert and Pearl Woodley Lambert Whitelow. After her father died, she was raised by her mother and stepfather. She was known as Von or Vonnie by her close family and friends....
David D. Dantzler
Oct 19, 2025
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, David D. Dantzler, of Coatesville, PA, passed away at Paoli Hospital in Paoli, PA. David was 78 years old.
Born in Coatesville, David was the son of the late David Dantzler, Jr. and Betty Ruth Alston Dantzler. He was affectionately known as " D.D. and Geech" by his family and friends.
...Loretta (Mitchell) Byrd
Oct 17, 2025
Loretta Byrd was born a coal miner's daughter in the mountains of Maybeury, West Virginia. She was the second of five children born to the late Willie and Willie Mae Mitchell. Loretta accepted Christ as her Savior at a young age and was an active member of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. Many of her most cherished childhood memories...
Geraldine M. Taylor Scott
Oct 17, 2025
Geraldine M. Taylor Scott, 76, of Coatesville, PA, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025, surrounded by family. Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jonathan Taylor and Marie J. High Taylor. She was the beloved wife of John C. Scott, with whom she shared 8 years of marriage.
Geraldine received her early education...
Kathaleen (Pouncy) Blake
Oct 13, 2025
Notification of Passing
On Monday, October 13, 2025, Kathaleen (Pouncy) Blake, passed away at her residence in Coatesville, PA. She was 73 years old.
Condolences may be shared through the guestbook link on this memorial page, where you may also light a candle in Kathaleen's memory.
Joyce L. (Dripps) Black
Oct 2, 2025
Joyce Lynn Black, 72, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania.
Born on March 11, 1953, in Media, Pennsylvania, Joyce lived a life marked by devotion to her family and a spirit of generosity that touched all who knew her.
A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Joyce shared her life...
Valerie Stewart Breaker
Sep 29, 2025
A Time to Be Born: Valerie Stewart Breaker, affectionately known as Val, Chubby, and Nana was born to the late Johnson and Ryde White. One of the many distinguished traits that made Valerie unique is that she was born 4 minutes before her fraternal twin sister, Vevelyn. Oh, what an inseparable pair those "White" girls were. They were born...
Carolyn L. Sims
Sep 26, 2025
On Friday, September 26, 2025, Carolyn Louise Sims, of Coatesville, PA, went home to be with the Lord, from the Twin Pines Healthcare Center in West Grove, PA.
Carolyn Louise Sims, of Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Twin Pines Healthcare Center in West Grove, PA. Born in Coatesville, Carolyn was the...

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