Ethel Marie Wallace-Jenkins was the only girl of five children born to the union of the late E. P. and Eudora H. Wallace.  She was baptized as an infant at the Historic St. John A.M.E. Church, Montgomery, AL rendering her a 4th generation AME. Educated in the private and Public School systems of Montgomery, she participated in the debates on the landmark decision “Brown v. Topeka” and how this decision would affect the educational system in that state.  This was only...

Beloved son, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend departed this earth on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at the age of 26, unexpectedly. Joshua (Josh) Malik Ward born in Hartford, Connecticut on February 12, 1997. Joshua was educated in the Hartford and Wethersfield, Connecticut school systems. He played football with various teams in the area. He loved the game with all his heart. Joshua was passionate about life and the things that brought him joy.  His life was filled with enthusiasm,...

Derek Lynn Taylor was born on March 25, 1960 in Queens, New York, the son of Charles Taylor, Sr. and the Late Doris Eloise (Rembert) Taylor, and passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2023 at home, leaving those who loved him so much heartbroken. Derek grew up in Windsor Locks and graduated from Windsor Locks High School in 1978, and he played on the senior varsity football and basketball team as one of the most talented and outstanding players ever. After graduation, Derek went to support...

Wayne Renie Clark, born May 1, 1963 passed away unexpectedly February 27, 2023 at his home.  He resided in Broad Brook, later moving to Enfield, CT and spent his last years in Hartford, CT. Wayne was a loving grandfather, father, son and brother.  He is survived by his daughters Nichole Clark and Melissa Peltier and his son Andrew Champygny.  His spirit lives on with his grandchildren, Kaden, Ricky, Aurora, Logan and Oakley.  He is predeceased by his...

David Wayne Duncan, 66, of Hartford, Connecticut beloved father, and grandfather departed this life on February 22, 2023 at Hartford Hospital. David was born on October 22, 1956 in Hartford, Connecticut to Gladys Duncan of Ideal, Ga and the late Clifford Douglas of Bloomfield, CT. David was educated in the Windsor School System, and shortly after graduating relocated to New York City, where he would meet his life partner Bonita Mack, and together they would have one son David Wayne Mack....

Yvonne Marie Groves, 62, was born on January 28, 1961, in Hartford, CT. On February 14, 2023, she departed this life surrounded by her loving family. Yvonneattended the Hartford Public Schools and was an employee of the State of Connecticut as a CNA provider for many years. She was predeceased by her loving parents Samuel and Angeline (Andrade)...

It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of Pastor Joyce Elaine McFarquhar. Pastor McFarquhar was born to the late Estella Mckie on July 16, 1940 in Kingston, Jamaica After leaving Jamaica she relocated to New York where she worked as an elementary school teacher, Pastor McFarquhar soon moved  to Hartford, Connecticut where she permanently resided until her passing . Pastor McFarquhar passed away peacefully after a short illness on February 11, 2023 at Avery...

Sherry A Dennis, 60 of East Hartford, CT, passed away peacefully on Sunday February 5, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She entered the world on December 30, 1962 in Hartford, CT to the late Jay B. Dennis and late Martha R. Dennis. Sherry graduated from Weaver High School and worked for the City of Hartford for over twenty years. Sherry enjoyed spending time with family and friends and making plenty of memories to last a lifetime, especially during the holidays, family meals, and...

Jovita Garcia, 90, of East Hartford, CT passed away surrounded by her family at Hartford Hospital on February 4, 2023. Jovita was born on April 13, 1932, to Enrique and Irene Garcia in Patillas, Puerto Rico. Jovita came to Connecticut in 1966 where she raised her nine children. Jovita was a loving wife, mother, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother.  Jovita is preceded in death by her husband Laureano Garcia, her son Ismael...

Bobby Lomax, 73, of Hartford, Connecticut, departed this life on Friday, February 3, 2023, at Hartford Hospital after extended health issues. He was born on June 22, 1949, to the late Alex Lomax and Mildred Irene (Sullivan) Smith in Greenville, South Carolina. His early years were spent in Greenville attending Sterling High School then relocated to Connecticut with family graduating from Hartford Public High School in 1967. Bobby served in United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era...