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Albert Jackson

Albert Jackson

Nov 26, 2014

Mr. Albert Earl Jackson Sr. passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2014 in Jackson, Michigan at the age of 67 years. He was born August 27, 1947 in Saginaw, Michigan to Mattie and James Jackson Sr. Albert was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He attended Buena Vista High School where he was well liked by his fellow classmates and was...

William Clarence Martin Jr.

William Clarence Martin Jr.

Nov 26, 2014

William Clarence Martin, Jr. was born Sunday, January 21, 1962, in Saginaw, Michigan to William Clarence Martin Sr., and Dorothy Martin. William Clarence, Jr. graduated from Saginaw High School. He was an outstanding football player, which provided a 4-year scholarship to Bishop College in Dallas, Texas. His college sophomore year William Clarence, Jr. pledged with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. During...

Rodney Bailey

Rodney Bailey

Nov 26, 2014

Rodney Keith Bailey, our beloved son, brother, cousin and friend went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at Covenant HealthcareCooper. Age 53 years. He was born December 14, 1960 to the late Johnnie Bailey Jr and Melviner Silvia Bailey. Rodney confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church...

Leroy Mcfadden

Leroy Mcfadden

Nov 26, 2014

A long, fruitful life was ended on Wednesday, November 26, 2014. While surrounded by his wife, family and friends, LeRoy Wilson McFadden Sr. was called by our Lord and blessed with eternal rest and peace. Age 82 years. LeRoy was born August 5, 1932 in New Zion, South Carolina the son of Willie and Moultrie Bell McFadden. LeRoy served with...

Inez Pearson

Inez Pearson

Nov 24, 2014

Ms. Inez Pearson passed away Monday, November 24, 2014 at Heartland Healthcare Center. Age 77 years. Arrangements Pending.

Robert Brooks 'Sunnyman'

Robert Brooks 'Sunnyman'

Nov 23, 2014

Mr. Robert Lee Brooks "Sunnyman" passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014 at ResCare in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 64 years. He was born November 30, 1949 in Crenshaw, Mississippi to Ruben and Estell Brooks. Robert was a lighthearted man with a great sense of humor. He loved to share and he was a very friendly person. He did not meet strangers,...

Elwood Johnson 'Wood'

Elwood Johnson 'Wood'

Nov 23, 2014

Mr. Elwood Johnson Jr Wood passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014. Age 69 years. He was born January 4, 1945 in Tallulah, Louisiana to Elwood Johnson Sr and Matilda Straughter-Johnson. He was married to Evelyn Ware-Johnson who predeceased him. Elwood enjoyed his family and friends, shooting pool and eating. He leaves to cherish his memory, three daughters, Grenetta Johnson of...

Carolyn (Lansing) Mckinley

Carolyn (Lansing) Mckinley

Nov 20, 2014

Ms. Carolyn McKinley of Lansing, Michigan passed away Thursday, November 20, 2014 at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital. Age 75 years. She was born September 18, 1939 in Middletown, Ohio to James and Anna Mills. Carolyn relocated with her family to Grand Rapids, Michigan where she attended school. She was a 1957 graduate of Ottawa Hills High School. At an early...

Janice Simpson

Janice Simpson

Nov 20, 2014

First Lady Janice Simpson transitioned peacefully from the cares of this world to eternity on Thursday,November 20, 2014 at the Covenant Healthcare-Cooper Campus. She was born on March 17, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois. First Lady Simpson was previously employed for many years in the culinary profession but spent the last decade being a dedicated servant to God, her husband and...

Mr. Wayne Hawkins Smith

Mr. Wayne Hawkins Smith

Nov 19, 2014

Mr. Wayne Hawkins Smith departed this earthly life on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at his residence. Age 70 years. He was born November 21, 1943 in Saginaw, Michigan to Edward and Mary Smith. Wayne was a lifelong resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He attended Saginaw Public Schools and was a graduate of Saginaw High School. Wayne was a student at Delta...

Nino Hayes

Nino Hayes

Nov 19, 2014

Nino DVarea Hayes began his earthly journey in life on March 5, 1992 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of TaRaea LaShawn Haney and Kevin Gerard Hayes. On November 19, 2014, Nino gained his eternal wings and flew into the kingdom of Heaven at the age of 22 years. Nino attended Arthur Hill High School where he played basketball and football....

Keyonus Mobley

Keyonus Mobley

Nov 18, 2014

Mr. Keyonus JahVaughn Mobley departed this earthly life on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at St. Marys of Michigan Medical Center. Age 33 years. He was born May 23, 1981 in Saginaw, Michigan to Anita Marie Mitchell and Lawrence Green. Keyonus was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan who was a member of Candlelight Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Jimmy...

Beverly Patrick (Lansing)

Beverly Patrick (Lansing)

Nov 18, 2014

Beverly Ann Patrick passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at the age of 58 years. She was born December 24, 1955 in Lansing, Michigan into the union of Corrine Ellis and Jessie Patrick. Beverly was raised in Lansing, Michigan and grew up attending the Original Church of God now known as Ellis Tabernacle Original Church of God under the leadership...

Willie Maurice Jones (Lansing)

Willie Maurice Jones (Lansing)

Nov 15, 2014

Mr. Willie Maurice Jones of Lansing, Michigan passed away Saturday, November 15, 2014. Age 60 years. Mr. Jones was born August 14, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to Augusta and Willie Rico Jones. Willie attended Detroit Public Schools and worked steadily throughout his life. Willie departed this life on November 15, 2014 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. Willie leaves to...

Reatha Lockhart

Reatha Lockhart

Nov 14, 2014

Reatha Ann Lockhart made her transition to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2014. Age 69 years. Reatha Ann was born November 15, 1944 in Dansville, Illinois to Lawrence and Mary Ice. She was a 1962 graduate of Bloomington High School in Bloomington, Indiana. She continued her education, receiving a Bachelors Degree in Special Education from Western Michigan...

Je'Nhyla Simms

Je'Nhyla Simms

Nov 14, 2014

JeNhyla Sharmaine T'Ara Simms affectionately known as Nonny" gained her angelic wings on November 14, 2014 at Covenant Medical Center. Age 6 years. JeNhyla was born February 6, 2008, the beloved daughter of Destiny Oglesby and Jerry Maine Simms in Saginaw, Michigan. Nonny was known for her gracious smile and sweet spirit that brought joy to the room. JeNhyla had...

Mattie Thomas

Mattie Thomas

Nov 14, 2014

Mattie Louise Thomas passed away Friday, November 14, 2014 at Saginaw Senior Care and Rehabilitation Center. Age 89 years. She was born October 15, 1925 in Aliceville, Alabama to Lovel Salmond and Sam Crim Sr. Mattie was affectionately known as Sister. Along with her husband, Virgil Thomas, Mattie was a seasoned traveler. Her husband served with the United States Army...

Richard William Fowler Jr.

Richard William Fowler Jr.

Nov 13, 2014

Mr. Richard William Fowler Jr. Dennis/BigBo passed away Thursday, November 13, 2014 at the age of 24 years. He was born February 10, 1990 in Saginaw, Michigan to Josephine Young and Richard William Fowler Sr. Richard graduated from Michigan Youth Challenged Academy of Battle Creek, Michigan in January 2007. He enjoyed rapping, making music and performing in front of audiences....

James Gregory Curry Sfc (Retired)

James Gregory Curry Sfc (Retired)

Nov 12, 2014

James Gregory Curry passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. He was born May 14, 1952 in Birmingham, Alabama to Walter Lee Curry and Alyne M. Flowers Curry. James was affiliated with Mount Hope Church and was a member of the Potters House/Pentecostal. He retired from the United States Army in 1992. James received a...

Kevin Bowers Tappan

Kevin Bowers Tappan

Nov 12, 2014

Mr. Kevin Bowers Tappan passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at his residence. Age 54 years. He was born March 10, 1960 in Livonia, Michigan to JoAnn Shirley Tappan and Gerald Bowers Tappan. Kevin resided in Saginaw, Michigan. He was employed by United Auto Workers Local 85, and was a retired pipefitter. He loved motorcycles (Harley Davidson) and was a...

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