All Obituaries

The soul of Mamie Gilbert, affectionately known to many as “Moot”, was returned to The Creator on December 23, 2019 as she was physically and spiritually surrounded by her loved ones at home in Piscataway, NJ. Mamie was the last giant of a Fleming generation, a woman of strong conviction and wisdom. She had a generous heart that loved unconditionally. Until her very last day, she was known to make you laugh, just as quickly as she could make you cry with raw truth...

Rose Brantley daughter of the late Lunten O’Banner and Turdie Geotha. Born in Estill ,South Carolina. Rose eventually moved to Newark, NJ. Rose’s health began to decline over the recent years, she spent her final days in Maplewood were she passed away on December 25, 2019. Rose leaves her daughter Mamie L Morrison of Raleigh, North Carolina , two sons Basim Robert (Katrice) and Jerry Brantley of Newark. Three sisters Rebecca Early of Newark, New...

Abdul R. Uthman was born on June 16, 1947, in Newark, NJ to Dorothy A. Brown and Harold Brown. Abdul passed away on December 14, 2019.  Abdul was educated in the Newark Public School system and worked as a painter for the Painter’s Union DC Local 1004.  Abdul was a devoted father and worked tirelessly to provide for his family. He was also fiercely into the Islamic faith.  Abdul is predeceased by his mother Dorothy A. Brown, father Harold Brown, son Jihad A. Uthman,...

Roderick Scott McKinney Jr. was born on April 14, 1995 to Tonya Sherman and Rodrick McKinney. He was a lifelong resident of Trenton, New Jersey. He was educated in the Trenton school system. (Mercer Junior Senior High). He was previously employed by Burlington Coat Factory. Rogg lived his life on his own terms and did want he wanted to. Rogg loved all he came in contact with. He loved to be at all the events; from taking pictures to flashing money. Rogg loved nothing more than his family...

Derrick Duquan Jones was called home on November 24, 2019, in Newark, NJ. He was born on January 02, 1956 and was raised in Newark, NJ. Derrick was the son of Charles Jones and Pearl Virgina Jones who are both predeceased. He has seven children: Patrice Jones (predeceased) and is survived by six children: Tujuan Jones, Rajan Childs, Derrick Jones, Duquan Jones, Duquan Leonard and Duquanah Leonard. He has two siblings: Nadine Jones (predeceased) and is survived by his brother, Keith Jones. He...

Gary Whitehurst was born on December 27, 1958 in Newark New Jersey to the late Dorothy Whitehurst and James Rich. Gary attended school in   Newark NJ. He loved to dance and had a great sense of humor. Gary received his acceptance into Islam at the age of 16. He was a fruit of Islam and was very proud. Gary worked various jobs in his life,  receiving his CDL as a truck driver. He was gainfully employed for nine years at CRS & VM Trucking located in Newark NJ. He...