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Obituary For KenYatta Henry, Jr.
KenYatta D. Henry, Jr. born to NySheba McGraw Burchell and KenYatta D. Henry, Sr. in Harrisburg, PA.
He attended Steelton Highspire School District where he played football. He was the eldest of his siblings whom he loved dearly, he nurtured them as if he birthed them himself. βYattaβ as he was affectionally known would cook, clean, do his sisters hair or anything to take a load off his hardworking mother.
Yatta was formerly employed by C&S Wholesale of York, PA. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Emily Jeannie McCraw; his paternal grandmother, Elizabeth Ross and his paternal grandfather, Anthony Foster.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his nanny, Linda Henry; his grandfather, Jeffrey Ross; his stepfather, Jamal Burchell, Sr.; his sisters, Senior Airman NaiYatta Henry, Jassiah Burchell, Serenity Burchell, Indeara Henry and Roberta Henry, all of Harrisburg; his brothers, NaKeem McGraw and Jamal Burchell, Jr., both of Harrisburg; his stepsisters, Jamyah, Jamariana, Jahbre Burchell, all of Harrisburg; his stepbrothers, Tykeer and Cincer Burchell of Harrisburg; his aunts, DaVena McCraw of Harrisburg, Serita Jordan of North Carolina, Tasha Houston of Harrisburg and Yvonda Ross of New Jersey; his uncles, Brett McCraw of Harrisburg and Johnny McLamb of North Carolina; his nephew, Demetrius Aquino of Harrisburg; a special friend, Coral and her children, Jariel, Kehlani and Niklaus of York, PA; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Special thanks to Steelton School District.
Yatta's life will be celebrated at 12 Noon on Thursday, October 16, 2025 in the Chapel of the Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton with visitation and viewing from 10:00 a.m. until 12 Noon.
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My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
You didn't have to kill my him ... but I'm gonna let GOD deal with you ! believe me we will not stop til u get JUSTICE ππ½ so hurt right my condolences goes out too ur family and friend rip love
To Nysheba & Family, You all have my deepest sympathy, I pray that God wraps his arms you cause I know right now nothing or no one can take away your pain, just trust in God and he will see you through this. Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted".
Sending My Deepest Condolences and Prayers to YATTA FAMILY...
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My condolences to Nysheba and her family, my deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you at a time like this may God cover your family. Youthful, Braylon, Bryson, Twuan
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My condolences to the family.π RIP
"To go to heaven, fully to enjoy God, is infinitely better than the most pleasant accommodation here." Your absence will always be felt by all of us, but knowing where you are gives me some comfort. May your spirit watch over all of us...I know you will be keeping your eye on all of us. RIP YATTA
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To the family, my deepest sympathy and condolences go out to you all. May you find comfort in remembering him as the respected loving young man he was, that others also loved. Shearing memories, smiles and laughter, turning all tears to happy memories!! My prayers are with you always!!
My condolences to the family and I will keep yall in my prayers
My heart and prayers are with you and the family in the days to come love you
May God cover you Sheba and your Children and our family during this difficult time. Auntie is sending much love and grace. Praying for your peace in your spirit . Love Aunt Celeste
To Sheba and the rest of our family, May we all find comfort in GOD thru this time of sorrow..RIH YATTA
My sincere condolences to nysheba and her family at this difficult time may the lord comfort you and keep you safe I love yall I will be here for you sis and my nieces and nephew
God is our refuge and strength in times of trouble ππΎ ππΎ β¨οΈ
I would like to express my sincere prayers ππΎ and condolences πΉ to NySheba and her entire family. I pray that God's strength and peace π will abide within each of you.
From Ms. Ruby & (son) Shyrone
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