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Baby Maximus Giovanni Dennis

Baby Maximus Giovanni Dennis

Jul 17, 2017

Baby Maximus “Max” Giovanni Dennis was born on July 5, 2017, the loving son of Shakiel Franklin and Gary Dennis. Max earned his wings on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Henry Ford Hospital. Although Max’s 12 days with us were short, his energy and vibrant spirit will never be forgotten. Baby “Max” Dennis leaves to cherish his memory, his loving...

Elaine Carter

Elaine Carter

Jul 16, 2017

Ms. Elaine Dorothea Carter passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017 at the Toni and Trish House in Auburn, Michigan. Age 65 Years. She was born September 15, 1951 in Everett, Massachusetts to Irene Delaney-Benoit and Bernard Benoit. Elaine came to Saginaw, Michigan during her teen years attending Saginaw Public Schools and St. Joseph Catholic Church under the leadership of...

Diana Gomez (Lansing)

Diana Gomez (Lansing)

Jul 13, 2017

Diana Maria (Herrera) Gomez passed away July 13, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 47 years. She was born October 1, 1969 to Jose and Diana Herrera in Lansing, Michigan. Diana attended Eastern High School in Lansing. She was employed by Meijer Warehouse for 20 years. Diana had the biggest heart and always had a smile on her face. Her family...

Kenya "Ken" Demon Sanders

Kenya "Ken" Demon Sanders

Jul 13, 2017

On July 13, 2017 God called his child on to Glory. Kenya took on his wings and flew home to be with God. Ken was born on September 6, 1974 to Yvonne Sanders and Lavalle Williams, Sr. Ken attended Saginaw Public Schools, and later, what we now know as his greatest accomplishment, went on to receive his barbering license. Ken...

Trevon Mcduffy (Lansing)

Trevon Mcduffy (Lansing)

Jul 11, 2017

Trevon Rashad McDuffy passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan. Age 22 years. He was born December 24, 1994 to Henry and Tammie McDuffy in Detroit, Michigan. Trevon “Tre” attended Everett High School in Lansing, Michigan where he was known for his athletic expertise in football and basketball. When it came to basketball, Tre would always say, “I’m...

Elnora Jackson

Elnora Jackson

Jul 9, 2017

Ms. Elnora Jackson passed away on July 9, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 93 years. She was born on April 25, 1924 in Keo, Arkansas to Thomas and Cora Lee Dilworth. Elnora and Porter Sims were married in March of 1943 in Little Rock, Arkansas. To their union, two sons, Samuel and Norvell, and one daughter, June Dester Sims, were...

Henry C. Harvey

Henry C. Harvey

Jul 9, 2017

Henry Christopher Harvey, a native of Saginaw, Michigan, and our loving son, nephew, brother uncle, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 9, 2017. He was born January 28, 1963 to the late Henry Harvey and Lorraine Harvey Harper. Henry “Chris”, had a joyful and loving spirit. Everyone that crossed his path was very blessed...

Judy Gray (Lansing)

Judy Gray (Lansing)

Jul 9, 2017

Judy Gray, 65, of Lansing, departed this life to eternal rest on Sunday, July 9. She is preceded in death by parents, Ethel and Isaiah Gray, and sisters, June Butler and Barbara Smith. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter, Connie (Tracey) Mathis, and son, Undrake Gray; grandchildren, Talia Mathis, Tracey Mathis, II, Undrake Gray, Jr. and LaVonte Gray, and...

Cleavland Smith, Sr.

Cleavland Smith, Sr.

Jul 7, 2017

Mr. Cleavland Smith, Sr. passed away on Friday, July 7, 2017 at Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center. Age 89 years. He was born on May 26, 1928 in Ozark, Alabama to Emory Smith and Nettie (King) Smith. He was preceded in death by all of his siblings. Cleavland was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan for 71 years. He served...

Deborah Mendez (Lansing)

Deborah Mendez (Lansing)

Jul 6, 2017

Deborah Mendez was born on April 23, 1954 in Lansing, Michigan. She was born the daughter of William and Mildred Price. Debbie spent her life as a caregiver, confidant, and friend to all. She had an unwavering faith which she shared with all. Her greatest joys in life was being in the presence of friends and family as well as...

Virginia Esther Scott (Lansing)

Virginia Esther Scott (Lansing)

Jul 2, 2017

Mrs. Virginia Esther Scott passed away Sunday, July 2, 2017 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 89 years. The Family will receive friends Friday, July 14, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Burcham Hills Retirement Center, 2700 Burcham Drive, East Lansing, Michigan 48823.

Harmony Shureka Campbell

Harmony Shureka Campbell

Jul 2, 2017

Ms. Harmony Shureka Campbell “Harm” passed away suddenly at her residence on Sunday, July 2, 2017. Age 22 years. She was born on October 28, 1994 to Jake Campbell, Jr. and Deborah L. Works-Campbell. Harmony attended Buena Vista High School and was employed at Omni Warehouse. She enjoyed singing, dancing, listening to music and spending time with her family. She...

James Willis (Lansing)

James Willis (Lansing)

Jul 2, 2017

James Willis of Lansing, Michigan passed away July 2, 2017 at his residence. He was 75 years old. James was the oldest of eight children born to Lula Mae Crenshaw in Hermondale, Missouri. James confessed his hope in Christ early in his life. James was adventurous. When he was a young boy, he would often go on fruit picking harvests...

Earnestine Patterson "Baby Ray"

Earnestine Patterson "Baby Ray"

Jun 30, 2017

Earnestine Patterson (Baby Ray) passed away Friday, June 30, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper. Age 79 years. She was born on February 3, 1938 in Greenville, Mississippi to Susie Mae Lewis and Ed Patterson. Earnestine moved to Saginaw, Michigan when she was nine years old. She attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1956....

Johnny L. Dawkins

Johnny L. Dawkins

Jun 30, 2017

Mr. Johnny Lee Dawkins passed away on Friday, June 30, 2017 at St. Mary’s of Michigan Medical Center. Age 66 years. He was born January 9, 1951 in Louisville, Mississippi to Johnny M. Dawkins and Colean Carter-Dawkins. Johnny was a very kind and wonderful man who loved spending time with his family and friends. He was known for lending a...

Roderick Shawn Reeves, Jr. (Lansing)

Roderick Shawn Reeves, Jr. (Lansing)

Jun 30, 2017

Roderick Shawn Reeves, Jr., aka Roddy- P passed away June 30, 2017 in Lansing, Michigan, at the age of 23 years old. Roderick was born May 1, 1994 to Tracie Austin and Roderick Reeves, Sr., in Lansing, Michigan. Roderick received his education thru the Lansing School District. He attended St. Matthews AME Church with his family. Roderick’s career was in...

Edward Thomas, Sr.

Edward Thomas, Sr.

Jun 27, 2017

Mr. Edward Thomas, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at Covenant Healthcare-Harrison. Age 93 years. He was born on March 30, 1924 in Jackson, Georgia to Willie and Hattie Thomas. Edward was the first of three children. Edward joined the United States Navy and received an Honorable Discharge on February 1,1974 as a testimonial of honest and faithful...

Clifford Arnett Williams

Clifford Arnett Williams

Jun 27, 2017

Mr. Clifford Arnett Williams, son of O.C. and the late Jessie Mae Anderson, passed away on June 27, 2017 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. Age 59 years. Clifford was a faithful member of Spiritual Israel and its Army, Temple # 7, until he relocated to Pensacola, Florida in 2000. He loved fishing, hunting,...

Donna Stone (Lansing)

Donna Stone (Lansing)

Jun 27, 2017

Donna Stone passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 67 years. She was born September 17, 1949 to J.D. and Mary Dawson in Dyer, Tennessee. Donna lived in Lansing, Michigan where she was a bus driver for Capital City Head Start and cared for her grandchildren. Donna loved to play bingo and attend her...

Robert T. Haney

Robert T. Haney

Jun 26, 2017

Robert Terry Haney passed away on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Cedar Woods Assisted living in Belleville, Michigan. He was born in Lockesburg, Arkansas on May 24, 1949 to J.B. Haney and Faye (Brown) Haney. At the young age of 4, Robert and his family moved to Saginaw, Michigan where he would grow up enjoying spending quality time with his...

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