Wilbert Scott Durham Obituary
We bid farewell to Wilbert Scott Durham (Passaic, New Jersey), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 5, 2025 at the age of 62. Wilbert Scott touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wilbert Scott Durham to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Wilbert Scott may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Annie Mae Rozier (Wilbert Durham) and Wilbert Durham; and his sister Michelle Durham. He is survived by: his wife Jean Smith-Durham; his daughter Quanisha Allen; his grandchildren, Aziyyah Waring and Zyon Raymond Scott Rivera; his close friend Barbara Allen; and his siblings, Kimberly Rozier and Sterling Rozier. He is also survived by relatives, including many more nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation was held on Friday, July 18th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Metropolitan Baptist Church (149 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07103). A celebration of life was held on Friday, July 18th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, July 18th 2025 at 1:30 PM at the East Ridgelawn Cemetery (225 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011).
