All Obituaries

Aaron Tyrone Phillips, son of Joyce and Howard Philips, was born October 19, 1967 in Brooklyn, New York.  He departed this life on May 6, 2026 at Maimonides Hospital, Brooklyn, New York. On October 10, 2008, Aaron joined in matrimony to Rosette Randall Phillips.  To this union one child was born: Robin Erin Phillips. In addition, Aaron leaves behind his brother, Howard Phillips and a large host of family, nephew’s, nieces, cousins, and friends.  As a child Aaron ...

Lulu Mozelle Broome was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Edward and Cora Carr on October 22, 1922. She was the fifth of their eleven children.  Lulu was an excellent student and graduated from Girls High School In Brooklyn, NY. A notable alumna, the late Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, remembered that students came to Girls High from every part of Brooklyn because the school was so highly regarded. It was there that Lulu’s love of words was cultivated. In her senior year, ...

Mother Mattie Bell Jones, a pillar of faith and a devoted servant of Christ, was born on March 17, 1934, which was also St. Patrick’s Day, to Henry and Sophie Witter in South Carolina. She had a twin brother and was the oldest of 15 children. Mattie’s life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her Christian values and her profound love for the Lord. A devout Christian woman, Mattie walked through life with grace and a spirit of service. Her relationship with Christ was the ...

In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Sexton With deep love and sorrow, we honor the life of Jeffrey Sexton, whose presence brought strength, kindness, and meaning to all who knew him. Jeffrey will be remembered not only for the life he lived, but for the love, laughter, and care he shared so freely with family and friends. He touched the lives of many through his generosity, his spirit, and the memories he created with the people closest to him. Whether through a kind word, an act of support, or ...

Christine Ynosencio, better known as “Tina,” was born on October 12, 1944, to Mary Catherine Johnson and the late Ramon Ynosencio in Brooklyn, New York. She passed away, peacefully, on May 1, 2026, after a long illness. Early in life, Tina developed a great love of music while her Aunt Mary taught her to play the piano.  That love of music would never fade. Tina started creating her own mix tapes and became famous for giving them out as gifts. You would know that those ...

In Loving Memory of Karen “Katty” Thomas With deep sorrow and heartfelt love, we gather to honor the life of Karen Thomas, who departed this life on April 24, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., at the age of 62. Karen, lovingly known as Katty, was born Karen Yvette Anderson in Brooklyn, New York, on February 16, 1964. She later made her home in Easton, Pennsylvania, where she continued to share her warmth, kindness, and love with everyone around her. Karen was the youngest daughter of ...

It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Lloyd M. Frink who left this world peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at the age of 81. Born in Statesboro, Georgia, on March 29, 1945, Lloyd was a beloved son of (the late) Hagin Frink and Lillie Mae Mincey Frink. He was a cherished brother, devoted husband, loving father, and a friend to many.    Lloyd's early years were spent in Statesboro where he attended William James High School. From a young ...

Josephine Hinton, the daughter of Sim and Clara Hinton, was born on January 2, 1946 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.  Her mother migrated from Tennessee to New York in 1959 with her three daughters.  Josephine attended Eastern District High School and graduated in 1963 with a Commercial Diploma. Upon graduating, she obtained employment with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company and worked there for several years. Josephine met and married Charles Callier in 1968 and they were together for ...

Victoria Louise Tingling (née Morgan), 91, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully at SUNY Downstate Hospital on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Victoria, affectionately known as “Nelly” to her siblings and close friends, was born in the parish of St. Thomas, Jamaica, West Indies. She was raised alongside two brothers and one sister, all of whom predeceased her. She attended Hagley Gap Primary and Secondary Schools before relocating to Kingston, where she served with ...

Choice Lee Campbell was born to parents James Clennon Waller & Annie Neal Brown in Brooklyn, New York, on May 8, 1958. She spent her childhood in Brooklyn with siblings Vanessa, Sharon, Annette, and Jamie, roller-skating and spending time with friends. In the neighborhood where she grew up, Choice came to be known affectionately as “Bee-Bee”. One childhood friend she would notice from her window on his way to work at Zarro's, where he worked as a baker. She'd call out, ...

Maxine Juanita Uddin, a woman of profound strength, quiet grace, and unwavering determination, passed away on Sunday April 12, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of healing and familial devotion. Born in the Bronx on December 27, 1951, Maxine was the fifth of ten children born to the late Jack Lewis and Eleanor Edmunds- Lewis. Growing up in a bustling, close-knit household, Maxine learned early on the value of looking out for one’s own—a trait that would define her entire ...

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Rev. Bernadine Ann Thomas-Williams was born on November 14, 1943 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late William Andrew Thomas and Phyllis Lovelace. Rev.Bernadine was raised in a home where the love of God, family and education were very important. During her early years she attended church  Sunday school and was active as a girl scout.     Rev.Bernadine received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from North Carolina Central University, and a ...

Dorothea was born on February 25, 1932 in the Rockaways to Anna and Reacy Kemp. She was one of seven children, the second oldest daughter. They would relocate to Brooklyn where she would eventually raise her own family. Dorothea worked at a jewelry company before she started her career with the New York Telephone Company, now known as Verizon. She started out as a telephone operator where she assigned telephone numbers to Ebbets Field, in which she also resided. She later transferred to one ...

Marjorie Oleta Mason, Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Great-Great Grandmother Majorie was born on the island of Barbados, West Indies (a/k/a “The Land of Flying Fish”) to Charles and Josephine Brathwaite on February 6, 1930. She was the youngest of their two children. She was raised in a tiny house in Christ Church with her mother, sister, and cousins, which was filled with the scent of traditional Bajan Cuisine. It is there that she learned from ...

Bob Law was born on April 6, 1939, and fell asleep in death peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026. He was devoted to his faith, his family, and his community, and he impacted many lives through his words and actions. He was a staunch advocate and defender of the Black community, a freedom fighter, an entrepreneur, a radio personality, an author, a playwright, and a filmmaker. At the WWRL radio station, where Bob was first the Public Affairs Director and the Host of Black Dialogue, he used ...

Charisee Minnie Clark took her final breath on March 19, 2026, at Calvary Hospital at the age of 66, surrounded by loved ones. Charisee became absent from her earthly body to be present with the Lord. She was born to the late Minnie Elizabeth Branch Clark and the late Carlton Clark on July 25, 1959. She was predeceased by her nephew, Marquinne Terrence Clark. She is survived by her brother, Carlton Terrence Clark, sister-in-law, Vanessa Clark, niece Octavia Alisa Clark, nephew Christopher ...

Geneva Douglas, the youngest of four children, was born on November 24, 1935 in Rockhill, South Carolina to (the late) Mary Hall and Elbert Hefney.  She was later adopted by her cousin Viola Bailey.     Geneva wedded her late husband Robert Douglas in 1958.  They moved to Brooklyn, New York together.  Through their union, five children were born: Donald Douglas, Wayne Douglas, Barry Douglas, Jeffery Douglas and Sherry Douglas.    Geneva was a devoted ...

There are people who live … and then there are people who leave an imprint on your soul. Jeralynne Renée Linder — our Jerl — was that kind of person.   Born on December 13, 1971 in Kings County, Jerl lived a life rooted in love, laughter, and quiet strength. On Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Brooklyn Hospital after courageously battling lymphoma and other medical complications, she took her final breath — surrounded by love and carried by a spirit that ...

Iris Eunice Holford Sloan, age ninety-six, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026 in Brooklyn, New York.  Born on August 20, 1929 in Christ Church, Barbados, Iris lived a remarkable life defined by compassion, faith, and service to others. Iris dedicated her professional career to Harlem Hospital in New York City where she served as Chief Dietician.  In this role, she ensured compliance with nutritional standards, planned patient menus, and collaborated with medical ...

Darian Carlton Joseph was born on November 13th, 1988 in Brooklyn, New York to (the late) Cherryl Allison Rowena Bobb-Joseph and Barrymore Carlton Ilford Joseph. Darian attended Ebenezer Preparatory School in Brooklyn, and St. Mary's High School in Jersey City, New Jersey. He continued his education at Hudson County Community College where he fostered a love for the creative arts and storytelling through cartooning before beginning a career in security. In more recent years, Darian ...

Rudene McKay Marshall, a steady presence in the lives of so many, was born January 13, 1965.  The sun set for her on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Rudene lived in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, but was born in Brooklyn, New York to Minnie Lee Sinkler McKay and Louis McKay.  She attended Thomas Jefferson High School and then went on to graduate from LaGuardia Community College where she obtained her Associate’s degree in 1987.  Rudene then went on to work in corporate ...

Our community lost one of its great forces on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The Reverend Dr. Roland Erick Edwards, age 91, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.  He was a man who embodied perseverance, and was identified by his life of service.  His greatest known journeys were immigrating to the United States from the Republic of Panama, and the never-ending pursuit of theological leadership. Dr. Edwards was born in Colón, Republic of Panama to ...

Levander Moore was born on December 11, 1940, in Bennettsville, South Carolina, to the late Edmond Moore and Elizabeth “Lizzie” Moore. As the youngest of seven children, Levander was truly the baby of the family and was lovingly cared for by his siblings throughout his early years. After a full life filled with love, laughter, and meaningful relationships, Levander peacefully entered eternal rest on March 6, 2026. Levander attended Marlboro County Public Schools and graduated ...

Myrtle Lenore McLeod was born on April 21, 1936, on the sunny island of Tobago to John Uriah McLeod and Pearl Nurse. She passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 89. She was the last surviving member of her siblings: Peter McLeod, Barbara McLeod, Ermine Wright, Grace Ann McLeod and Cynthia McNish. Though Myrtle had no children of her own, she was “Mother” and beloved Auntie to her nieces Valerie, Christine, Heather, Charlotte, and Pearl, and nephews ...

Donald Augustus Thomas (DT) was a visionary leader in both his personal and professional life.  He stood firmly at the intersection of justice and compassion, embodying both with quiet strength and unwavering conviction. Born in the revolutionary village of Buxton, Guyana—one of the first and most historically significant “free villages” established by formerly enslaved Africans after Emancipation—the resilient spirit of his ancestors flowed powerfully through ...

Maria Juliana Ward Daniels was born on October 28, 1957 in Brooklyn, New York to (the late) Charles Earl Ward and Helen Maria Williams Ward.  From the very beginning, Maria carried the strength of her roots and the warmth of her family wherever she went. In the early morning hours of Monday, February 16, 2026, Maria peacefully departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and devotion to those she cherished most. She was a loving mother to her son, Randy Gonzalez, ...

Honoring the Legacy of Evelyn Niles … Loved Beyond Words Evelyn Arnette Niles was born on May 9, 1935 to Lonnie Thompson and Marie Credle Thompson in Durham, North Carolina.  Evelyn transitioned from this beautiful life on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the age of ninety, leaving a void her family cannot fill. Evelyn attended Prospect Heights High School before studying Liberal Arts at Adelphi University, earning her Associate’s degree.  She went on to earn a ...

Narcissus (Newkirk) Brinson was born on November 4, 1933, in Fowlstown, Georgia, to Sam and Eliza Newkirk. The youngest of six children—Sam Jr., Sylvester, Lorenzo, Victoria, and Maggie—she was the final surviving sibling, a cherished link to a remarkable generation. After an extended illness, she peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 8:36 PM at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. In February 1950, she married Paul ...

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Elaine Simmons Miller was born on July 13, 1939 in Brooklyn, New York, to (the late) Rosetta Ross Simmons and Henry S. Simmons -- a World War II- enlisted Army soldier. Affectionately known as “Boobie Cat,” Elaine was the only child of her parents’ union, and was deeply cherished.  She shared a special bond with her mother, Rosie, and treasured the thoughtful gifts from her father — especially a handmade radio he lovingly created just for her. Elaine grew ...

Muriel Thompson was born in November of 1945 in Bridgetown, Barbados, and was peacefully called home on February 2, 2026 surrounded by friends and family in Brooklyn, New York. Muriel was the first daughter of Evelyn and William Pierrepointe, known fondly as Mark.   She attended Cave Hill Elementary School and Queens College in Barbados. At the age of 14, Muriel, her sister Monica and their mother Evelyn immigrated to the U.S. and made a home in Brooklyn, where she graduated from Girls ...