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Deon Watson

Deon Watson

Dec 13, 2023

Mr. Deon Watson passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023 in Saginaw, Michigan.  Age 51 years. 

Martin Walters "Marty"

Martin Walters "Marty"

Dec 12, 2023

A much loved, kind, and giving friend to many, passed away unexpectedly December 12, 2023, at his residence, age 62.

Son of the late Keith Sr. and Dolores (Soltysiak) Walters, Marty was born September 30, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan. Although Marty never married or had children, he is survived by his longtime friend and companion, Paula Rench, and joyfully assisted in...

Kelly Ackley (Lansing)

Kelly Ackley (Lansing)

Dec 10, 2023

Ms. Kelly Ackley passed away December 10, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 59 years.

Sonya  Marie Taylor (Lansing)

Sonya Marie Taylor (Lansing)

Dec 9, 2023

Ms. Sonya Marie Taylor left this world suddenly on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Sparrow Health System, Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 55 years old. She was born Friday, March 15, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Belita Buckner and Darrell Taylor.

Sonya was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Sonya graduated from Martin...

Charles Hale (Lansing)

Charles Hale (Lansing)

Dec 8, 2023

Mr. Charles Hale passed away Friday, December 8, 2023, at Sparrow Health Systems, Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan. Age 76 years.

Andre Johnson

Andre Johnson

Dec 7, 2023

Mr. Andre Johnson passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Andre was born on June 15, 1972, to Mrs. Theresa Owens and Mr. Willie Ross.

Andre was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. He was educated at Saginaw High School, later earning his GED, and employed at Euclid Industries Assembly. He enjoyed dancing and being...

Roy Lee West, Jr.

Roy Lee West, Jr.

Dec 6, 2023

On December 6, 2023, our lives forever changed when we lost our beloved Roy Lee West Jr. at the age of 60. Roy was born June 7, 1963, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Martha (Edward) Franklin and Roy West Sr.

Roy attended Arthur Hill High School graduating with the class of 1982. Roy was a well-rounded man he enjoyed remodeling homes, doing...

Anthony "Tony" Ronald Peterson

Anthony "Tony" Ronald Peterson

Dec 6, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Anthony Ronald Peterson, fondly known as Tony, who was called home by the Lord to join the heavenly band on December 6, 2023. Born on July 6, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, to Lorenzo Peterson and Geraldine (Kennedy) Peterson, Tony's remarkable journey through life was marked by faith, and...

Clarice Elaine Griffin

Clarice Elaine Griffin

Dec 4, 2023

Clarice Elaine Griffin was born August 5, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Willean Wilkerson, and Dewitt Griffin.

Elaine was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, and a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of ’77. She worked at Meijer in the deli and at a couple group homes. Elaine enjoyed singing, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her granddaughters. She was funny,...

Aggie Lee Sutton

Aggie Lee Sutton

Dec 4, 2023

Aggie Lee Sutton passed away on December 4, 2023. Age 66 years. Aggie was born on December 8, 1957, to the union of Joe and Rosa Sutton, in Thompson, Alabama.

He moved to Saginaw, Michigan with his family as a teen in 1972. Aggie received Christ at an early age. His love for Christ was demonstrated threw the way he treated...

Verna Gay (Mcclain) Aimery (Lansing)

Verna Gay (Mcclain) Aimery (Lansing)

Dec 3, 2023

Mrs. Verna Gay (McClain) Aimery transitioned on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Sparrow Health System, Sparrow Campus in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 81 years old . She was born on Thursday, April 30, 1942, to Alex McClain, Sr. and Annie Grace (Simmons) McClain, in Birmingham, Alabama.

Verna graduated from Muskegon High School and was employed with General Motors Corporation...

Kiawani L. Williams (Lansing)

Kiawani L. Williams (Lansing)

Dec 3, 2023

Ms. Kiawani Lashea Williams, "Cake" passed Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Sparrow Health Systems, Sparrow Campus, Lansing, Michigan. Age 42 years.

As a young girl, Cake has learned about our Father God and his son, Jesus Christ. She recently joined Christ’s Kingdom Builders Church. Cake attended school in Saginaw, Michigan. However, she completed a couple trade courses in Lansing, Michigan. When...

Delores Trejo (Lansing)

Delores Trejo (Lansing)

Dec 2, 2023

Mrs. Dolores Pequeno Trejo passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023, at home with her loving family surrounding her with love. She was 100 years old. Dolores was born Wednesday, March 21, 1923, in Mexico. She was the seventh child of ten children.

Dolores moved to Texas in her early 20s. She moved to Lansing, Michigan in the 1960’s. Dolores was a...

Edwige Noudjoum (Lansing)

Edwige Noudjoum (Lansing)

Dec 2, 2023

Ms. Edwige Noudjoum passed Saturday, December 2, 2023, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 31 years.

Delois Smith "Lois"

Delois Smith "Lois"

Dec 2, 2023

DeLois "Lois" Smith, a beacon of love and wisdom, peacefully departed this world on December 2, 2023, at the age of 73, in Marseilles, Illinois. Born on December 14, 1949, in Memphis, Tennessee to Willie Mae Johnson and Raymond Johnson. Lois was a cherished individual who touched the lives of many with her thoughtful nature and nurturing spirit.

Lois' journey began...

Murline Osborne (Lansing)

Murline Osborne (Lansing)

Dec 2, 2023

Mrs. Murline Osborne passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023, in Holt, Michigan. Age 81 years. She was born Tuesday, October 27, 1942, in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of Murvelle Clair Sharp and Erma Sparkman.

Murline was a loving, caring mother and grandmother. She enjoyed crocheting and gardening. Murline especially loved camping.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Rhonda Osborne DeRoover...

Richard William-Jamal Keller

Richard William-Jamal Keller

Nov 30, 2023

Richard William Jamal Keller, loving husband, father, son, brother, and uncle, passed away on November 30, 2023. He was born August 29, 1985, in Saginaw, MI to parents, Richard Keller and Frances Reid.

During his journey, Richard enjoyed cooking, fishing, music, laughing, and spending time with family and friends. Richard attended Saginaw Public Schools and worked in the food industry. Richard's...

Curtis Lyons (Lansing)

Curtis Lyons (Lansing)

Nov 27, 2023

Curtis Cornelius Lyons passed away Monday, November 27, 2023, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years. He was born May 9, 1965, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. The son of Florence Lyons and Oscar Kelly.

Curtis relocated to Michigan at a young age, and he attended Northwestern Elementary School and Walter French Junior High. He was a very strong swimmer and loved wrestling so...

Javoskii Devone Jackson

Javoskii Devone Jackson

Nov 26, 2023

Mr. Javoskii D. Jackson, affectionately known to everyone as Voski, was born on May 28, 1985, in Montgomery, Alabama, the only child of Jennifer Jill Mays and George Jackson. He transitioned on November 26, 2023.

Voski graduated from Saginaw High School in 2004. He attended Delta College and Collins College in Arizona where he studied game graphics. He was an avid...

Theresa L. Parker (Lansing-Jackson)

Theresa L. Parker (Lansing-Jackson)

Nov 26, 2023

Evangelist Theresa L. Parker was born in Villa Ridge, Illinois on Thursday, May 19, 1938, to Non and Aileen Walker the fourth of nine children. She went to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 26, 2023, with her sons by her side at the age of 85 years old.

She was a former employee of Mercy Hospital and worked at the...

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