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Bertha Griffin-Lowery

Passed 04/03/2026

Obituary For Bertha Griffin-Lowery

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Thursday 04/16/2026 9:00am to 11:00am

St Matthew AME Church
336 Oakwood Avenue
Orange, NJ 07050
973-678-1217

Floral Arrangements should be delivered to the church.

Funeral Service

Thursday 04/16/2026 11:00am

St Matthew AME Church
336 Oakwood Avenue
Orange, NJ 07050
973-678-1217

Floral Arrangements should be delivered to the church.

Interment

EVERGREEN CEMETERY & CREMATORY
HILLSIDE, NJ 07205


Condolences & Tributes

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Bertha and I worked together at The Star Ledger for numerous years and developed a closeness that was organic and relaxed. Bertha influenced me to read more by sharing a book of short stories and ignited my joy to read which led to becoming a member of a book club. Bertha was like a big sister, always keeping it real and being supportive. We connected in Atlanta 2024 while she was visiting family and it was so good to see her, hug her and share some laughs. My heart is heavy hearing of her passing. Prayers to the family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace, you will be missed. Gigi

Gigi Redd

Hey Ms Bertha There are no calls waiting. Take your rest. Alice Summers Finch

Alice Summers Finch

I worked with Bertha for many years at the Star Ledger Newspaper. Enjoyed her friendship, her dinner parties, jazz concerts at Newark Symphony Hall. My mother called her" Little Bertha" because they shared the same name! Just a feeling: I searched for you on social media in March to re-connect...so sorry I could not! Rest in peace, "Queen Bertha"

Jacqueline Butterfield

My condolences cousin Chanel to you and the family. May Bertha rest in peace

Brenda O'Neal

Mom, I will miss you so much! You were the best stepmother ever.I will cherish our talks until my last breath! Our bond was unbreakable, sleep in peace, I love you forever!❤️💔🙏🏽🕊😘😭

Shireese Lowery-Daniels

Prayers and condolences to the family. Bertha was a school mate of mine.

T. Branch

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

James E. Churchman, Jr. Funeral Home | Newark, NJ

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