Joan Campbell, age 73, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Joan was born on June 4, 1952, in Saint Ann, Jamaica to her parents,  Ronald Campbell and Glendal Easington. She later made her home in  Pittsburgh, where she lived a life rooted in faith, family, and community. Joan was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. She had two  children, Shawn Campbell and Megan Campbell, and one cherished  granddaughter, Lyla Campbell. She was preceded in death by ...

Walter Sinclair Lewis, 77, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on February 26, 2026, at UPMC Hospital in Monroeville, PA. Walter, better known as Walt, was born on January 24, 1949, to Kenneth and Beulah Lewis. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Leona A. Grigsby, and his niece, Robin Lynne Grigsby. After his graduation from Westinghouse High School in 1966, Walt enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, where he served for four years before his Honorable Discharge. He was proud of the ...

Age 84 of Pittsburgh, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. He is survived by an extensive family as a father, grandfather, uncle, and cousin. His parents, siblings, and wife preceded him in death. Earl was an army veteran who achieved the rank of sergeant. From 1960-1966, he completed an active tour and then served as a reservist. Professionally, he was a firefighter from 1967-1990 and was also an electrician and general contractor during those ...

Richard "Rick" Buckner III was born November 29, 1963, to parents Jewell Buckner (Taylor) and Richard Buckner Jr. Rick was raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He grew up surrounded by the love of his 6 siblings. They had a close bond. Through these relationships, Rick learned early on the value of standing up forothers, sharing what you had, and finding the joy in togetherness. Rick had a gift for making others feel welcomed. Once Rick graduated from Schenley High School, he began ...

Soldon Bryant Winton was born on September 8, 1951. He was the son of the late Cora Mae Winston and Curtis Winston Sr. A devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. Soldon’s life was defined by his unwavering love for his family, his vibrant spirit, and the simple joys that brought him happiness. Soldon graduated from Westinghouse High School in Homewood, Pennsylvania, in 1971. During his high school years, he distinguished himself as an accomplished swimmer on the ...

Christanita Ghafoor was bom December 24,1935, In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late William Murray and Julia Mae (Jones) Murray. On December 1, 1951, she was united in marriage to the late Fusul Ghafoor. To this union eight children were born. Affectionately known as Christa, Moma Nita and Queen, Christanita devoted her life to caring for her family as a full-time homemaker. She later attended and graduated from Duff's Business Institute. She was a well-experienced daycare provider, ...