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Keith Harris

Keith Harris

Aug 15, 2015

Mr. Keith Dion Harris passed away Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit, Michigan. Age 46 years. He was born April 8, 1969 to Betty and William James Harris in Saginaw, Michigan. Keith was a resident of Buena Vista Township and was a graduate of Buena Vista High School. He also attended Saginaw Valley State Universitys...

Jimmie Holmes-Smith 'Ruthie'

Jimmie Holmes-Smith 'Ruthie'

Aug 14, 2015

Our beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Mrs. Jimmie Holmes-Smith, went home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday August 14, 2015 following a sudden illness. Ruthie, as she was affectionately called, was born on August 1, 1952 in Louisville, Mississippi to Jimmie T. Holmes and Martha (Triplett) Holmes. Jimmie was a graduate of Saginaw...

Jerome A. Mushatt

Jerome A. Mushatt

Aug 14, 2015

Mr. Jerome Anthony Mushatt passed away Friday, August 14, 2015 at his residence. Age 32 years. He was born September 4, 1981 in Saginaw, Michigan, the second of two sons born to Annie Marie Johnson and Jeremiah Jelks. Both sons were born on September 4. Jerome was affiliated with St. Lukes Temple Church under the leadership of Superintendent Absalom Smith....

Earvin King 'Tiny'

Earvin King 'Tiny'

Aug 14, 2015

Mr. Earvin King "Tiny" passed away Friday, August 14, 2015 at his residence. Age 76 years. He was born January 20, 1939 in Blytheville, Arkansas Earvin moved to Michigan in 1960. He was employed at General Motors Corporation for twenty-five years. He moved to Vassar in 1982. Tiny enjoyed playing cards, dominoes, fishing, and most of all, cooking. He will...

Mr. Leroy Sonny Jones

Mr. Leroy Sonny Jones

Aug 12, 2015

Mr. LeRoy Sonny Jones departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the age of 70 years. He was born March 17, 1945 in Missouri to Erma and Oscar Jones. LeRoy was a very active member of St. Pauls Episcopal Church under the leadership of Pastor Judith Boli where he served on the Usher Board. He enjoyed watching...

Lawrence Knox (Lansing)

Lawrence Knox (Lansing)

Aug 12, 2015

Mr. Lawrence Knox passed away August 12, 2015 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 80 years. He was born September 12, 1934 in Clarksdale, Mississippi to Sam Stewart and Thelmar Knox. Lawrence grew up on Sheds Plantation. Due to visual impairment, he retired early. Before the loss of his eyesight, Lawrence enjoyed fishing, softball, listening to...

Deonta Williams

Deonta Williams

Aug 8, 2015

Mr. Deonta Dernell Williams gained his Heavenly wings and flew into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the University of Michigan Health System. Age 28 years. He was born February 13, 1987 in Saginaw, Michigan to Toni Williams and Derryl Martin Sr. Deonta was a loving young man who attended the Millet Learning Center. He leaves...

Jacqueline Marie Taylor (Lansing)

Jacqueline Marie Taylor (Lansing)

Aug 7, 2015

Jacqueline Marie Jackie Taylor peacefully transitioned into eternal life on Friday, August 7, 2015 after a 15 year battle with cancer. She was born February 4, 1961 in Monroe, Louisiana to Charlie Mae (Thelma Jean) Taylor and Edom Harris. In 1963 the family moved from Bastrop, Louisiana to Detroit, Michigan. At a young age Jackie attended Sunday school at Christian...

Marci Jo Mills (Lansing)

Marci Jo Mills (Lansing)

Aug 7, 2015

Ms. Marci Jo Mills of Lansing, Michigan passed away Friday, August 7, 2015 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Age 41 years. Marci Jo Mills, is survived by her significant other, Jesus Johnson; parents, Bill Mix and Brinda Hatfield; children, Jordan Mix and Kayla Bowers; grandchildren, Preston, Amera and Jordan Jr; sisters, Heidi (Rick) Householder, Holly (John) Szczembara and Misti...

Jeanette Harris

Jeanette Harris

Aug 5, 2015

Ms. Jeanette Clayton Harris departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at the age of 72 years. She was born March 29, 1943 in Meridian, Mississippi to Annie and Obie Clayton Sr. Jeanette attended school in Meridian, Mississippi. She had a love for children. Jeanette enjoyed gardening and cooking. Her presence will be truly missed. She leaves to...

Nathaniel Agustus Tate

Nathaniel Agustus Tate

Aug 4, 2015

Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, Mr. Nathaniel Agustus Tate peacefully made his transition to eternal life on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the age of 66 years. He was born November 15, 1948 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to David and Minnie B. Tate. Nathaniel was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan and was a 1966 graduate of Saginaw...

Sam Carr

Sam Carr

Aug 4, 2015

Mr. Sam Carr, a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the age of 67. Sam was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on January 11, 1948 to Annie Irene Sheppard and George Carr. Sam moved from Shreveport, Louisiana to Saginaw, Michigan seeking...

Betty (Lansing) Karna

Betty (Lansing) Karna

Aug 4, 2015

Mrs. Betty Karna passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at the Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte, Michigan. Age 62 years. There will be no public viewing. Cremation has taken place.

Kari Lynne Campbell (Lansing)

Kari Lynne Campbell (Lansing)

Aug 3, 2015

Ms. Kari Lynne Campbell passed away Monday, August 3, 2015 in Charlotte, Michigan. Age 28 years. Family Hour: Monday, August 10, 2015 - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church 5200 Pleasant Grove Rd. Lansing, Michigan Service: Monday, August 10, 2015 - 11:00 a.m. Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church 5200 Pleasant Grove Rd. Lansing, Michigan Host Pastor: Dr. Walter...

Archie Phillip Scates,  Iii (Lansing)

Archie Phillip Scates, Iii (Lansing)

Aug 3, 2015

Archie Phillip Scates III, (aka) Arch Deluxe beloved son, brother, father, uncle, cousin, fiance and friend was born April 9, 1986 to Carla Elaine Leek Smith and Archie Phillip Scates Jr. He departed this life suddenly and entered into the arms of our Heavenly Father on August 3, 2015 at the young age of 29 years. Archie was an adventurer...

Lorenzo Hughes

Lorenzo Hughes

Aug 3, 2015

Mr. Lorenzo Hughes Sr. departed this earthly life on Monday, August 3, 2015 at Heartland Healthcare Center. Age 97 years. He was born April 20, 1918 in Inverness, Mississippi to Annie and John Hughes. Lorenzo retired from General Motors after several years of faithful service. He enjoyed playing cards, and fishing. Lorenzo loved his family and loved having gatherings at...

Alma Simon

Alma Simon

Aug 2, 2015

Ms. Alma Ethel Simon passed away Sunday, August 2, 2015 at the age of 67 years. She was born September 6, 1947 in Saginaw, Michigan to Irene Bell Decare and Howard John Wilson. Alma was a graduate of Freeland Adult Education. She loved crossword puzzles, coloring and playing Bingo. Alma loved watching game shows. Some of her favorites were Wheel...

Marie Ann Prescott

Marie Ann Prescott

Aug 2, 2015

Ms. Marie Ann Prescott departed this earthly life on Sunday, August 2, 2015 at the age of 59 years. She was born March 18, 1956 in Saginaw, Michigan to David and Blondell Prescott. Marie was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She was a 1974 graduate of Saginaw High School and also attended Delta College. Marie was employed for several...

Charlie Orange

Charlie Orange

Aug 1, 2015

Mr. Charlie Orange began his earthly journey in life on September 21, 1952 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of Tommy Sr. and Katie (Armstrong) Orange. While surrounded by his loving family, God whispered to him come to me. He gained his eternal wings and entered the kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, August 1, 2015 at the age of 62 years....

Michael Anthony Mckissic,  Ii (Lansing)

Michael Anthony Mckissic, Ii (Lansing)

Aug 1, 2015

Mr. Michael Anthony McKissic II departed this earthly life on Saturday, August 1, 2015 at the age of 23 years old. He was born September 25, 1991 in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Michael and Sherry Abdul-Malik McKissic. Michael was a resident of the city of Lansing, Michigan. He was a graduate of J.W. Sexton High School and was employed...

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