All Obituaries

Ta Quan Asaad Bradley-Chambers, "Quanie", was born on August 8, 1999 at Crozer Chester Medical Center, Chester,Pa. to RaSheena Bradley and Richard H. Chambers, Jr. He received his education in the Chester Upland and Lehighton school districts where ultimately he received his GED Quanie enjoyed working with his hands. He was in the process of getting ready to go to school. He had aspirations of opening up his own business with his brother. His goal was to buy a house for his...

Darryl’s Story Darryl Joseph Wilford was the first child born to Virginia Abrams Wilford, and the late Palmore (Palsy) George Wilford at Sacred Heart Hospital in Chester, PA on May 25, 1960. He was educated in Chester Upland Schools, graduating from Chester High School in the class of 1978. Upon graduation Darryl established a career with PECO Energy and became an independent contractor as an IT tech for many years. Darryl continued his education graduating from Phoenix University...

The Life Story of Phyllis Anderson Phyllis Anderson was born to the late William Anderson and Marilyn Anderson on December 25, 1961, in Chester, Pennsylvania. Phyllis loving called Phil, departed this life on February 27, 2024, at her home following a several illnesses. Phyllis grew up in Chester, Pennsylvania and graduated from Chester High School. Phyllis was a certified welder, blueprint reader, and asbestos remover at the Shipyard in Chester, Pennsylvania. Phyllis was a social...

Joan F. Freeman was born on April 14, 1948, to the late Calvin Showell & Minnie Bentley in Chester, Pennsylvania. Joan was educated in the Chester-Upland School District, and she graduated from Chester High School in 1967. She worked for 30 years at Fiber Metals then retired from Alloy’s . She enjoyed a wonderful life with Family & Friends. She was a former member of St Paul’s Church from 1993 to 2018 where she served as an Usher. She was a current member of True...

Richard Allen Neal Sr. was born on December 16, 1930, to the late Rev. Oscar S. Neal and Octavia C. Richardson Neal in Smyrna, DE. On Friday, February 9, 2024, Richard departed this life while surrounded by his family in his Morton, PA, home. When Richard was twelve, his father was assigned to pastorship at Shorter AME church in Morton, PA. For many years, Richard enjoyed worshipping the Lord at Shorter AME, also serving as an usher and van driver later in life. In his youth, Richard was a...

Shanika N. Whitaker was born on September 17, 1975 to Mildred Whitaker and Michael Caple in Chester, PA. On February 4, 2024, she entered peacefully into eternal rest.    Shanika received her education within the Chester Upland School District. She was widely admired for her unwavering dedication in all aspects of her life. Among her most esteemed qualities was her commitment to excellence, particularly evident in her career as a dispatcher, where she excelled. Shanika was...

Jason Jamar Ferguson was born March 22, 2002 in Chester PA, He was the oldest son to Ashley Ferguson.   Jason had a heart of gold, he would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. Jason’s smile always lit up a whole room, he was filled with joy, laughter, and love. Jason also loved his family, his 8 month old son Jeremiah his friends as well as his significant other.   Jason attended Abraxas Academy in Morgantown PA, were he enjoyed doing different trades such...

Hugh Donald Lanier “Bay” departed on January 20, 2024, at his home in Chester, Pennsylvania. Hugh was born October 6, 1952, in Chester, Pa. He was the fourth of eight children born to the late Willie G. and Ardie (Miller) Lanier. Hugh attended Chester public schools, graduating from Chester High School in 1970. He furthered his education by attending the historic 2nd civilian class at Pennsylvania Military College (PMC), now Widener University Chester, Pa., earning a...

Mildred Elaine Simpson was born on May 14,1936. The second of six children to Charles Sr (d. 1982) and Wilma (d.2009) in Chester, Pennsylvania. Mildred was preceding in death by her brother, Charles Jr (d.2003), and sisters Jeanne (d.2016) and Florence (d.2021). She attended Chester-Upland district schools, graduating from Chester High School in 1954 playing volleyball and basketball. After graduating, she obtained her LPN and worked at Jefferson Hospital for 37 years, before retiring in...