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Eugene Jackson, Jr. (Lansing)

Eugene Jackson, Jr. (Lansing)

Jan 14, 2024

Mr. Eugene Jackson, Jr. passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 71 years old.He was born to Dancie Janet Jackson and Eugene Jackson, Sr. in Lansing, Michigan on Saturday, September 27, 1952.

Eugene graduated from Lansing Eastern High School in 1970 and continued his education at Oakland University. He dedicated much of his professional life...

Mrs. Josephine Pearson

Mrs. Josephine Pearson

Jan 13, 2024

“Jehovah Increases” is the meaning of the name Josephine in the Hebrew language. Josephine Pearson was a living example of God’s grace and love and through her work in the church and the community she helped to bring others to Christ. She lived out her faith until the day she died, January 13, 2024 in Atlanta, GA.

Josephine Pearson was born...

Mr. Avery Donell Mitchell

Mr. Avery Donell Mitchell

Jan 11, 2024

Mr. Avery Donell Mitchell was born December 9, 1989, in Pontiac Michigan, the son of Lindsey and Diana Mitchell. He went home to be with his Savior on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the age of 34.

Avery grew up at the House of Prayer Apostolic Church under the leadership of Pastor James E Lewis, where he was baptized into the...

Baby Kameron Isaiah Steward

Baby Kameron Isaiah Steward

Jan 10, 2024

A beautiful twin baby boy, Kameron Isaiah Steward, born July 6, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Zariah Johnson and Julius Steward, received angel wings on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.

Kameron loved being with his mom, dad, and twin brother, Kyrie. Kam and Ky had loads of fun together in six short months. They rolled on the floor and gazed into each...

Deborah Williams-Gaines

Deborah Williams-Gaines

Jan 10, 2024

Mrs. Deborah Jean Williams-Gaines passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at her residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 73 years. She was born to Wanda and Bruce Smith at Saginaw General Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan, on April 2, 1950.

Deborah attended Salina Elementary, and Webber Jr. High School, and graduated from Saginaw High, Class of 1969. She completed 1 year at...

Oliver Orr (Lansing)

Oliver Orr (Lansing)

Jan 9, 2024

Mr. Oliver Lee Orr passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Age 71 years. He was born Wednesday, March 19, 1952, in Blytheville, Arkansas. The son of Dorothy Holbert and Percy Haynes.

Oliver moved from Blytheville, Arkansas to Lansing, Michigan with his mother and siblings in 1964. He attended Lansing School District and was affiliated with St. Matthews A.M.E. Church under the...

William Earl Harris (Lansing)

William Earl Harris (Lansing)

Jan 9, 2024

Mr. William Harris passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan. Age 70 years.

Mrs. Valerie Ann Mcclain

Mrs. Valerie Ann Mcclain

Jan 8, 2024

On January 8, 2024, we bid farewell to our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. The beautiful Mrs. Valerie Ann McClain was born February 15, 1962, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late JB West Sr. and the Late Juanita West Baniel.

The beautiful Valerie McClain was one of the most caring, and loving people you could ever have met. One...

Jimmie  Harrison, Jr.

Jimmie Harrison, Jr.

Jan 6, 2024

Mr. Jimmie Harrison, Jr. passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the age of 58. Jimmie was born May 12, 1965, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Jimmie L. Harrison, Sr. and Darlene J. Thompson.

Jimmie attended Job Corps in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He enjoyed fishing, card games, Spades, and Tunk.

Jimmie leaves to cherish his memory one son, Jimmie Shabazz; one granddaughter;...

Clemson Calhoun, Jr. (Lansing)

Clemson Calhoun, Jr. (Lansing)

Jan 6, 2024

Mr. Clemson Calhoun, Jr. stood on the Banks of Jordon and met his Savior on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 5:10 p.m., at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 90 years old. He was born Thursday, July 27, 1933, in Alpine, Alabama to the union of Clemson, Sr. and Ruby Jones-Calhoun. Clemson was born on his...

Tommy Hollinquest Ii

Tommy Hollinquest Ii

Jan 6, 2024

Mr. Tommy Wayne Hollinquest II “Bud” was born February 19, 1990, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Tommy Wayne Hollinquest Sr. and Juana Hollinquest. Tommy departed us on January 6, 2024, at the age of 33. Bud was the baby of the bunch.

Known to everyone as “Bud,” he attended Nelle Haley Elementary School, Ricker Middle School, and Saginaw High School. Bud had...

Felton Louis Dunn (Lansing)

Felton Louis Dunn (Lansing)

Jan 5, 2024

Mr. Felton Louis Dunn passed away Friday, January 5, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years.

Alfred Jackson (Lansing)

Alfred Jackson (Lansing)

Jan 4, 2024

Mr. Alfred Jackson transitioned this life Thursday, January 4, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 65 years. He was born on Saturday, August 2, 1958, in Lansing, Michigan to Ossie Jackson and Pearl Morgan.

He was educated in the Lansing Public School District and attended Eastern High School and furthered his educational studies at Lansing Community College. Alfred served in the National...

Willie Earl Barnes

Willie Earl Barnes

Jan 4, 2024

Mr. Willie Earl Barnes passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan, at age 62 years. Willie was born August 18, 1961, in Leland, Mississippi to James and Christine Barnes.

Willie was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was a firm believer in God. He enjoyed singing, dancing, and spending time with his family.

Willie was a jack of all trades,...

Gregory Hunt, Sr. (Lansing)

Gregory Hunt, Sr. (Lansing)

Jan 4, 2024

Gregory Lamar Hunt, Sr. (Shady Grady) was born November 20, 1968, in Lansing, Michigan.

He is the first sibling born to Krystle Moore and Otis Bowers, Sr. He is preceded in death by his father, Otis Bowers, Sr., his special father James Edward Hart, Sr., his Grandmother Rosie Lee Jackson, his grandfather Frank Canal Hunt, Sr., and his brother Tametrics Juvandos...

Mary Frances Evans

Mary Frances Evans

Jan 2, 2024

Mary Evans was born to the late Nathan and Melvina Evans on February 03, 1949, in Carrollton, Michigan. She departed this earthly life peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. She received Christ early at Mt Zion Baptist Church in Steubenville, Ohio. Mary attended public school in Steubenville, Ohio, and Saginaw, MI. Mary served in the military shortly...

Shelton Everett, Sr.

Shelton Everett, Sr.

Jan 2, 2024

Mr. Shelton Everett, Sr. passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 44 years.

John Centeno, Jr.

John Centeno, Jr.

Jan 2, 2024

John Jesse Centeno Jr., known as Tito, passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at his home. John was born February 4, 1969, in San Antonio, Texas, and lovingly raised by Anita Castillo Rangel Torres.

John was a resident of Saginaw Township and graduated from San Antonio High School. He attended Delta College, majoring in Law Enforcement; he worked at Freeland Correctional...

Ora Houston

Ora Houston

Jan 1, 2024

Ms. Ora “Mama” Houston, age 86, passed away on January 1, 2024, at home with her family by her side. A good and faithful servant, she is now taking her rest with the Lord.

Ora was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Ora was born on September...

Newnice Childs

Newnice Childs

Jan 1, 2024

Ms. Newnice Childs departed this life to go home and be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2024. She was 87 years young. Newnice Childs was born on January 17, 1936, to James and Malisse Childs, in a small town in Mississippi called Itta Bena.

Newnice said Itta Bena had one stop sign and one streetlight. She quit school to...

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