All Obituaries

Denise Greene-Tobe was born on September 17, 1963 in Elizabeth NJ and departed this earthly life on Friday, September 25, 2020. Denise was the daughter of Ettie Greene-Frye and the late Charlie McCoy. Denise was educated in the Elizabeth Public School system and graduated from Edison Tec Vocational High School in 1981. After graduated she went into the medical field. She was employed with Kindred Hospital in Rahway NJ and prior to that she worked at Trinitas Hospital in Elizabeth NJ. She...

Donna Bonilla was born on November 30, 1971 to Mary Alice Bonilla and the late Jose (Pepe) Bonilla. Donna went to with the Lord on September 20, 2020. Donna always kept a smile on her face and her hobby was braiding hair. She enjoyed taking care of others and had a heart of gold. You could definitely count on her for anything. Donna leaves to cherish her loving memories her son Joshua Jose Bonilla (Kiawanna), grandchildren Joshua, Ki’Angel, Ki’Laya and Ji’Yon Bonilla all...

Valerie Brooks was born in Newark New Jersey. Valerie grew up in Newark and Irvington, NJ and attended both public school systems. She obtained her GED and subsequently obtained an Associate’s Degree in Social Science. Valerie held various position of employment, but most recent, had been employed as a Housekeeper at Winchester Garden in Maplewood, NJ, for more than 10 years. Valerie enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and she adored her nieces and nephews. She was always...

Bessie Alice Hook Mayers was born on December 9, 1931 in Chapin, South Carolina; she departed this life on September 16, 2020 surrounded by her loving and dedicated family. Bessie was the youngest of twelve children born to the late Julius and Lottie Hook. She attended school in Chapin, South Carolina where she met and eventually married the love of her life James Rufus Mayers in February 1951. They attended Providence AME Church, in Chapin, South Carolina. Bessie and James moved to...

Mary Elizabeth Murry-Thompson was born on April 25, 1958 to the late Levon and Gloria Thompson in Dillion South Carolina. She was their oldest child. Mary was raised in Elizabeth, NJ. She was a general worker doing different jobs throughout her life. Mary was a member of the Glorious Hope Baptist Church and served on the usher board. Mary loved her family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards, scratch offs, pick-its and getting together with her family. Mary was a very caring person who...

Sheila Diana Lewis was born September 29, 1957. The third child out of nine children to Ezell Hunter and the late Edith D. Hunter. Sheila grew up in Elizabeth and attended the Elizabeth Public School system where she graduated from Battin High School in 1975. Sheila met and fell in love with Edmond Lewis Jr. They were married for forty-five years, through this union they were blessed with four children, Edmond Jr. 3rd, Selena, Clarence and Sheila. She was blessed with eight grandchildren,...