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Larry Smith

Larry Smith

March 5, 2025

Mr. Larry Smith passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 74 years.

Tommie Jackson, Jr.

Tommie Jackson, Jr.

March 5, 2025

Mr. Tommie Jackson, Jr. passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper.  Age 56 years.

Jimi B. Wilcox (Lansing)

Jimi B. Wilcox (Lansing)

March 5, 2025

Ms. Jimi B. Wilcox passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at home in Lansing, Michigan. Age 44 years.

Elsie A. Collier-McDaniels

Elsie A. Collier-McDaniels

March 5, 2025

Mrs. Elsie A. Collier-McDaniels departed this earthly life on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the blessed age of 103 years. She was born October 22, 1921, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Charles and Lillian Hill.

Elsie was employed at U.S. Graphite. She retired after many years of faithful service. In 1968, she married William (Bill) McDaniels. Elsie enjoyed ushering, being...

Elnora Dixon (Lansing)

Elnora Dixon (Lansing)

March 4, 2025

Ms. Elnora Dixon was welcomed into her Heavenly Home on March 4, 2025, and lovingly remembered by her family and friends. Age 84 years. She was born December 3, 1940, in Lansing Michigan

Nora was preceded in death by her parents, Allan and Eileen Teachout, of Leslie Michigan; her siblings, Joy Perry, Gail Wilson, Stephanie Engher and Bart Teachout.

Nora is survived...

Emma Jean Haines

Emma Jean Haines

March 4, 2025

Ms. Emma Jean Haines passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 73 years.

Millard Thornsbury (Lansing)

Millard Thornsbury (Lansing)

March 3, 2025

Mr. Millard Thornsbury passed away Monday, March 3, 2025, at his home in Lansing, Michigan. Age 72 years.

Barbara Austin

Barbara Austin

March 1, 2025

Ms. Barbara Austin passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 73 years.

Torriano Yrlas-Thomas

Torriano Yrlas-Thomas

February 28, 2025

Mr. Torriano Joaquin Yrlas-Thomas, a beloved son, father, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 21 years. He was born on May 15, 2003, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Victoria Yrlas and Tory Thomas.

Torriano was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Class of 2021. He was employed at...

Charles Clark Jr.

Charles Clark Jr.

February 27, 2025

Beginnings: Today, our hearts are broken as we all mourn the loss and celebrate the legacy of our beloved Charles Clark, Jr. “Charlie”. His bright light and big heart has gone to be with the Lord. We will remember his warmth, love, and kindness as he reigned as the patriarch of his family and wore many hats with dutiful service....

Shirley Ann Cooper

Shirley Ann Cooper

February 25, 2025

Ms. Shirley Ann Cooper went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw, at the age of 77.

Shirley was born on August 19, 1947, in New Iberia, Louisiana. She was the daughter of the late James Jessie Jackson and Lillie Ann Jackson. At a young age, Shirley's parents relocated to Benton Harbor, Michigan,...

Aaron V. Scott

Aaron V. Scott

February 25, 2025

Aaron Valentino Scott, born March 13, 1946, to Ed and Florida Scott in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 78. He would be described by many as “One who took care of others,” and his children would say that he was an excellent provider who loved to spoil them and would proudly say “They...

Cecilia Richardson (Lansing)

Cecilia Richardson (Lansing)

February 24, 2025

Ms. Cecilia Richardson passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2025. Age 61 years.

Patricia A. Poole

Patricia A. Poole

February 24, 2025

Mrs. Patricia Anne (Fields) Poole was born on February 14, 1943, in Pineville, Louisiana, and graduated from St. James Catholic School the" Class of 1961." She professed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Calvary Baptist Church in Colfax, Louisiana. On Sunday, December 22, 2024, while engaging in Bible Study with her dearest lifelong...

Baby Zyhir Brown (Lansing)

Baby Zyhir Brown (Lansing)

February 23, 2025

Baby Zyhir Brown passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025. Age 5 months.

Angelia Anthony  (Lansing)

Angelia Anthony (Lansing)

February 23, 2025

Our Legacy

Ms. Angelia Anthony went from labor to reward on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at University of Michigan Health – Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. Age 55 years. She was born on Friday, August 15, 1969, in Choctaw, Alabama, to Clemmitteen Covington and James Anthony. 

Angelia later moved to Lansing, Michigan in 1975 with her mother, seeking a life filled with greater...

Joaquin Guerrero, Sr. "Jim"

Joaquin Guerrero, Sr. "Jim"

February 22, 2025

Passed away at 12:00 PM (Noon) Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Covenant HealthCare-Cooper. Age 86 years. Cremation has taken place.

Memorial Service will take place at a time and date to be announced later in the Spring of 2025.

A complete obituary will appear soon on the Paradise Funeral Chapel website.

Brenda Conner (Lansing)

Brenda Conner (Lansing)

February 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Brenda (Prellwitz) Conner

A Life Well Lived...

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brenda, who left us on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 64. Brenda was the beloved daughter of Richard Prellwitz and Karen Matthias. She was also a beloved mother, sister and friend. Her life was a testament to love,...

Bonnie Hovey-Plotner (Lansing)

Bonnie Hovey-Plotner (Lansing)

February 19, 2025

Ms. Bonnie Hovey-Plotner passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Age 75 years.

Dianne Cook (Lansing)

Dianne Cook (Lansing)

February 18, 2025

Ms. Dianne Cook passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Age 76 years. She was born August 20, 1948. The daughter of Mary Brown and Raymond Cook.

Dianne resided in Mason, MI with her significant other Ralph Horton. She graduated from Eastern High School, Lansing Michigan in 1966. She was retired and loved to fill her time visiting friends and watching western...

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