All Obituaries

Earl Weldon McKoy was born in Newark, NJ on October 31, 1956, to the late J.W. and Betty Jean McKoy. He departed his earthly vessel on Monday, November 13, 2023. After his father died he moved to Wagram, NC, and attended Nazareth Baptist Church. After graduating from Scotland H.S., he went on to attend Kittrell College in Kittrell, NC. While attending Kittrell he joined the Groove Phi Groove Fraternity. Earl then moved back to Newark, NJ where he attended Robert Walsh Business School for...

Dwayne “Rahim” Meekins was born August 12, 1964, in Newark NJ, to the late Willie James Tutt and Dottie M. Tutt. He attended the Newark School System and graduated from Barringer High School, in 1982. He worked as a chef at Grove Park Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. Rahim was an exceptional Chef. His passion for cooking was unmatched. He dedicated his life to his children and the culinary arts, delighting countless palates with his exquisite creations. His love for food...

Vergeal Stan Guy was born on June 23,1957, to the late Leonard Guy Sr. and Edna L Guy in Hartsville, South Carolina. At an early age, Stan and his family moved to Paterson, New Jersey, he attended the Paterson School system and later took courses at Burlington Community College Burlington, New Jersey. Vergeal was the proud father of two sons David McCoy and Tariq Kelsy.  In 1992, he met the love of his life, Kathleen Crutchfield.  They remained devoted to each other for 31 years...

Andrea Reid Bartley gained her wings after lengthy illness, on May 31, 2023, at the St. Luke Medical Center, Bethlehem ,PA.   Angie as she was affectionately called was born July 28, 1969, in Kingston,Jamaica to the parents of Len ford Reid and Gloria Smith. She was one of five born to this union.  Angie received her formal education in the Kingston school system. Upon completing high school she worked various jobs before migrating to the United States. Upon Angie’s...

Craig D. Williams. was born on December 3, 1961, at St. Michaels hospital in Newark NJ, to David Glenn Williams and JoAnn E. Williams.  Craig graduated from East Orange High School “Class of 1979”.  After high school, Craig enlisted into the U.S Army.  Upon his return from the military, Craig became gainfully employed with General Motors. Craig held several jobs over the years. He concluded his career, as an employee of BP Gas Station. Everyone knew him for...

Mary K. Jones of East Orange NJ departed this life on Saturday the 25th of February 2023 at her home with family she was the mother of three grandmother of 5.one of nine children; three sisters; two brothers and host of relatives and friends.     

Rosalind Chambers, affectionately known as “Auntie or Roz”, was born on February 7, 1949, in Newark, New Jersey.  She departed this life on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Rosalind was the 4th of 5 children born to Alfred and Thelma (Moore) Chambers.             Rosalind was educated in the Newark Public Schools System. She graduated from South Side High School in 1966. During her high school years, she was an active...

Ricky Bernard Moye was born to the late Iscon N. Moye and Emma Moye, on November 18, 1958, in Newark NJ. He transitioned from this earthly dwelling on November 6, 2022.  Ricky grew up with his siblings in the Stella Wrights Homes, Newark NJ.  He attended Charlton St. Elementary School (A.K.A Louise A. Spencer). Ricky, later moved to North Carolina where he spent some of his high school years. Later, he returned to Newark, NJ and graduated from Central High School, in...

Thirty-seven years ago on September 24, 1985, a free spirit named Shontique Tiana Barnes entered this world. Shontique was born in Newark, NJ. She was lovingly raised by her grandmother Lucy and aunt Keisha Barnes. At the age of 13, Shontique was officially adopted by her aunt Keisha. Shontique was affectionately known as Moo-Moo by her family, which changed over to “Teek” as she matured. Shontique had a HUGE heart and enjoyed being around her family. Her energy was unmatched....