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Brenda Cannon

Brenda Cannon

May 2, 2015

Ms. Brenda Cannon departed this earthly life for her place in the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Brenda blessed this earth with her presence on February 16, 1950 in Gary, Indiana, the daughter of Isaiah and Luella Cannon. Brenda spent most of her life in Saginaw, Michigan where she was a 1968 graduate of Saginaw High School....

Glenn Nichols Sr.

Glenn Nichols Sr.

May 1, 2015

Mr. Glenn Nichols Sr. passed away on Friday, May 1, 2015 at his residence. Age 63 years. The family wishes to thank everyone for all acts of kindness expressed during their time of bereavement. In accordance with Mr. Nichols' wishes, cremation has taken place.

Robert George Shapley (Lansing)

Robert George Shapley (Lansing)

Apr 27, 2015

Mr. Robert George Shapley, passed away Monday, April 27, 2015 at the Eaton Community Palliative Care Home. Age 79 years.

Duane Richardson Sr.

Duane Richardson Sr.

Apr 27, 2015

On Monday, April 27, 2015 Duane Richardson Sr. peacefully made his transition into the Kingdom of Heaven at the age 61 years. He was born January 5, 1954 in Saginaw, Michigan to Percy and Laura Richardson. Duane was a graduate of Saginaw High School class of 1972. He was previously employed at Webber Middle School, Saginaw News and Saginaw Steering...

Sixto Lopez-Gutierrez

Sixto Lopez-Gutierrez

Apr 22, 2015

Mr. Sixto Lopez-Gutierrez passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at his residence. Sixto Lopez-Gutierrez, a 93-year-old World War II veteran was born March 28, 1922 in Seguin, Texas to Rudolfo (Pedro) and Maria Gutierrez. He was the fourth eldest of 9 brothers and one sister. Sixtos paternal great-grandfather had migrated from Spain by way of Mexico where he settled in...

Mcarthur Turner

Mcarthur Turner

Apr 20, 2015

Mr. McArthur Turner, age 70, departed this life to take his place with the Lord on April 20, 2015. He was born March 8, 1945 in Mayflower, Texas to Allen and Emma Lee Turner. He eventually moved to Saginaw, Michigan at the age of 18 and began working at General Motors where he dedicated 35 years of service before retiring....

Jewel Lay

Jewel Lay

Apr 20, 2015

Mrs. Jewel Lay departed this earthly life for her place in the kingdom of Heaven on Monday, April 20, 2015. She was born October 16, 1927 in Kosciusko, Mississippi, the daughter of Dan and Estelle Mallett. Mrs. Lay attended Mississippi schools earning her high school diploma. She was employed as a Nursing Assistant in various nursing homes and as a...

Ernestine Brown

Ernestine Brown

Apr 20, 2015

Mrs. Ernestine Brown went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 20, 2015 at the age of 76 years. Her illustrious life began on September 16, 1938 in Helena, Arkansas to Jessie and Louise Davis. Sister Browns journey in life continued when she confessed faith in Christ at a young age at the First Baptist Church of Barton,...

Terreal (Lansing) Whitehead

Terreal (Lansing) Whitehead

Apr 19, 2015

Briefly, take a trip with me on the wings of your imagination and witness how the preparation of Terreal Devon Whiteheads heart and the seasons of his life were so entwined in our heavenly Fathers Hands, when Terreal realized that to everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Terreal Devon Whitehead traveled one...

Horace Devance

Horace Devance

Apr 19, 2015

Horace DeVance went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at Saginaw Senior Care at the age of 87 years. He was born March 17, 1928 in Rosedale, Louisiana to the late Henry DeVance, Sr. and Betsy Collins DeVance. Horace grew up in Rosedale, Louisiana, where he also attended public school. He enlisted in the United...

Dean Pruitt

Dean Pruitt

Apr 16, 2015

Mr. Dean Frederick Pruitt peacefully made his Heavenly transition to eternal rest on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at the age of 55 years. He was born July 17, 1959 in Saginaw, Michigan to William A. Pruitt and Lois Dean Pruitt-Johnson. Dean became a resident of Pontiac, Michigan after relocating from San Diego, California to be near his family. He was...

Antoine Jackson

Antoine Jackson

Apr 13, 2015

Antoine Jackson was chosen to sing in the heavenly choir by the Lord, on April 13, 2015 surrounded by his family whom loved him dearly. Antoine was born to Johnny and Mary Jackson on February 11, 1941 in Hammond, Louisiana. Mr. Jackson eventually moved to Saginaw, Michigan to make a life for himself. He was joined in marriage to the...

Jacquelyn Thrash 'Jackie'

Jacquelyn Thrash 'Jackie'

Apr 12, 2015

On Sunday, April 12, 2015 Mrs. Jacquelyn Thrash peacefully transitioned into eternal rest at the University of Michigan Health Center. Age 67 years. She was born November 14, 1947 in McComb, Mississippi to David and Ernestine Thomas. Jacquelyn was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan for 51 years. She was a member and evangelist of Truevine Missionary Baptist Church under the...

Randy Villegas

Randy Villegas

Apr 12, 2015

Mr. Randy Villegas passed away Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Age 39 years. He was born June 7, 1975 in Bartow, Florida to Basilio and Jesusita Villegas. Randy relocated with his family to Saginaw, Michigan where he spent most of his life. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. His nieces and nephews...

Carrie (Lansing) Smith

Carrie (Lansing) Smith

Apr 11, 2015

Ms. Carrie Smith of Lansing, Michigan passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2015. Age 61 years. She was born on August 23, 1953 in Tutwiler, Mississippi to Leona Smith and Leon McCullem. Carrie relocated to Lansing, Michigan in the 60s with her mother. She was a graduate of J.W. Sexton High School and Davenport University. Carrie enjoyed traveling and hanging...

Baby Aryon Tianna Howard

Baby Aryon Tianna Howard

Apr 11, 2015

On Saturday, April 11, 2015 the angels of Heaven descended upon the earth to carry Baby Aryon Tianna Howard to her heavenly home. She was born March 16, 2015 in Saginaw, Michigan to DaJa Thomas and Theotis Howard Jr. Although we were blessed to have her for only three weeks, she was a gift and blessing from GOD! Aryon has...

Dionicio (Lansing) Ortega

Dionicio (Lansing) Ortega

Apr 10, 2015

Dionicio (David) Ortega made his transition to Heaven on Friday, April 10, 2015. He was born September 3, 1940 in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The son of Manuela and Nicholas Melendrez. David was never seen without his wife Jovita by his side. He loved to be with his children and grandchildren. He loved God and his church family. David enjoyed wrestling...

Stacy Evans 'Stizz'

Stacy Evans 'Stizz'

Apr 9, 2015

Mr. Stacy D. Evans "Stizz" departed this earthly life for his Heavenly home on Thursday, April 9, 2015 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the age of 30 years old. He was born July 9, 1984 in Saginaw, Michigan to Velma Evans and Stacy Welch. Stacy enjoyed playing basketball, football and video games with his children. He was a loving, caring...

Mother Dorothy Moore (Lansing)

Mother Dorothy Moore (Lansing)

Apr 8, 2015

THE EARTH JOURNEY OF EVANGELIST DOROTHY M. MOORE Mother Dorothy M. Moore went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan in Lansing, Michigan. Dorothy M. Autman was born as a twin on September 5, 1929, in Holly Ridge, LA to Ado Sr. and Rosie Mae Autman. During her childhood,...

Theodies (Lansing) Robertson

Theodies (Lansing) Robertson

Apr 6, 2015

Mr. Theodies Robertson passed away Monday, April 6, 2015 at his residence. Age 64 years. He was born January 31, 1950 in Gallion, Alabama to Kelly and Minnie Baldwin. He was adopted and raised by his aunt and uncle, Jacob Robertson and Ella D. Franklin-Robertson. Theodies attended school in Alabama. After graduating from Lynden Academy High School, Theodies decided to...

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