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Guy Perkins (Lansing)

Guy Perkins (Lansing)

January 30, 2024

Mr. Guy Perkins passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 58 years.

Larry M. Wray (Lansing)

Larry M. Wray (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Deacon Larry Michael Wray was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He departed this world on Monday, January 29, 2024, at the age of 73 years old. His battle with medical issues in recent years revealed his courage and strong faith in God. Larry was born Wednesday, November 8, 1950, in Covington, Tennessee. Affectionally called “Mike” by family,...

Tommy Washington, Jr. (Lansing)

Tommy Washington, Jr. (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Mr. Tommy Washington, Jr. passed away Monday, January 29, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan. Age 37 years. He was born on Tuesday, September 2, 1986, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Lottie and Tommy Washington, Sr.

Tommy Jr. was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan. He attended J. W. Sexton High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Rachel Hodge. She...

Charlene James (Lansing)

Charlene James (Lansing)

January 29, 2024

Charlene James entered into God’s care on January 29th, 2024. She was born on June 29th, 1946, to the late Lorene and Amanda Jones in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Charlene graduated from W.A. Higgins High School and decided to further her education at Delta State University. After graduating, she, her mother, and six sisters moved to Lansing, Michigan where she met, married,...

Sheilanda Renea Manuel

Sheilanda Renea Manuel

January 28, 2024

Ms. Sheilanda Manuel entered the resting place on January 28, 2024, surrounded by the ones she loved dearly. Sheilanda was born May 16, 1968, in Gary, Indiana, to Shirley Manuel and Nathaniel Franklin.

Sheilanda moved to Saginaw, Michigan, and resided there for many years. In 2016, she joined the Hebriac awakening. Accepting Yahuah and Yahusha as the true Elohiym and Mashiach....

Anthony William Vasquez

Anthony William Vasquez

January 28, 2024

Mr. Anthony William Vasquez “Scarface” gained his wings after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, January 28, 2024, surrounded by loved ones and his companion, Angie Nino, at the age of 65. He was born May 19, 1958, in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Vasquez Sr., and Consuelo Garcia Hernandez, and stepfather, Nicholas Hernandez..

Anthony retired from General Motors (Chevrolet Grey...

Emma J. Glover (Lansing)

Emma J. Glover (Lansing)

January 27, 2024

Eldress Emma J. Glover was born in Greenwood, Mississippi on Sunday, September 29, 1946, to Pink and Lottie Mae Hoskins, the third of twelve children. At the age of 77 years old, she transitioned into her heavenly rest on Saturday, January 27, 2024, with her family by her side.

Eldress Emma Glover attended Quitman County High School in Marks, Mississippi and...

Drew Ramsey (Lansing)

Drew Ramsey (Lansing)

January 27, 2024

Drew Stephan Ramsey was born on December 15, 1971, in Southfield, Michigan into the loving arms of his parents Drew and Jennifer. He was a child prodigy able to read at the age of 4 and played the piano brilliantly at the age of 5. He attended St. Thomas Aquinas Grade School and East Lansing High School. He Graduated with...

James  Derrick  Bandy

James Derrick Bandy

January 25, 2024

A beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, James Derrick Bandy, fondly known as "Dank," "Big Baby" and "Big D" gained his wings on Thursday, January 25, 2024. He was born on March 30, 1963, in Saginaw, MI, to Willie J. Bandy and the late Margaret Johnson.

James was a talented athlete, who excelled in basketball, football, and...

Mr. Reginald  Tim Thompson

Mr. Reginald Tim Thompson

January 25, 2024

Mr. Reginald Tim Thompson passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Maplewood Manor Nursing Skilled Facility, in Clio, Michigan. Reginald was born on February 24, 1952, in Flint, Michigan. Age 71 years.

Reginald was a Flintstone plus a Saginaw, Michigan native. He loved singing, watching sports on TV, dancing, roller skating, making CDs, going to concerts, traveling, and coaching the...

Willis Stuckey, Sr.

Willis Stuckey, Sr.

January 24, 2024

Mr. Willis Stuckey, Sr., 96, took his heavenly flight on January 24, 2024, at his residence in Saginaw, Michigan, surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was born October 27, 1927, in Kiblah, Arkansas, to Champion and Evelyn Watson Stuckey (Mildred Stuckey).

Willis was affiliated with Unionville CME Church, Kiblah, Arkansas, and was educated in Kiblah Public Schools, graduating from...

Shirley Ann Louis

Shirley Ann Louis

January 24, 2024

Ms. Shirley Ann Louis, affectionately known as "Shell," "Shell-Ann," or "Shirl," peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on December 4, 1953, in Duncan, Mississippi, to Emma Cannon.

Her seventy-year journey began under the loving care of her grandparents, Mr. William Cooks and Mrs. Leaion Cooks. In pursuit of...

Jessie Aikens

Jessie Aikens

January 23, 2024

Ms. Jessie Aikens passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 66 years.

Jessie loved playing with baby dolls, especially Barbie dolls, listening to music, and being outdoors. She had a very close relationship with her roommate, Grace. They enjoyed spending time together and having fun. Jessie made the world a better place during her time...

Mary Ann Venable (Lansing)

Mary Ann Venable (Lansing)

January 22, 2024

Mary Ann Venable was born December 21, 1963, in Lansing, Michigan to parents, Joseph and Flavia Filko.

Mary Ann was a lifelong resident of Lansing, Michigan, where she attended Everett Elementary, Gardner Middle School and Everett High School. She married the love of her life and from that union her daughter Cassie was born.

Mary Ann was employed as a receptionist at...

Ethel Mae Barkley (Lansing)

Ethel Mae Barkley (Lansing)

January 22, 2024

Ethel Mae “Turley” Barkley on Monday, January 22, 2024, at the age of 75 years old, Ethel quietly transitioned surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was born Wednesday, February 18, 1948, in Newberry, SC. The daughter of Simpson Mathew and Eva Mae “Lindsay” Turley, Sr.

In 1949, Ethel’s family relocated to Buffalo, New York. After graduating from East High...

Simon Moise (Lansing)

Simon Moise (Lansing)

January 22, 2024

Funeral oration of Simon MOÏSE



As of March 1, 2024, Simon MOÏSE was born on January 20, 1953, in Haiti, more precisely in the commune of Anse-à-Pître of his late legitimate father Belladère MOÏSE and his mother Mme Belladère MOÏSE known as Elia Estriplet, who himself also died a long time ago. After a long illness suffered for approximately two (2)...

Missionary Deborah Ann Wilson

Missionary Deborah Ann Wilson

January 21, 2024

Missionary Deborah Ann Wilson, an avid prayer warrior of the kingdom of God, has laid down her sword and made pilgrimage with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On Sunday, January 21, 2024, as she became absent from her body, immediately she was present with the Lord. She was born April 6, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, the eldest daughter to...

Mamie Choyce (Lansing)

Mamie Choyce (Lansing)

January 21, 2024

Mrs. Mamie Choyce was born October 15, 1948, in Brooklyn, New York. The daughter of Virginia Isabell and Charles Yeverton. She passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024. Age 75 years.

Mamie was born in Brooklyn, New York, but resided in Ossining, New York until she moved to Lansing, Michigan. Here she began her career at General Motors which is where she...

James Arthur Alston Jr.

James Arthur Alston Jr.

January 20, 2024

Mr. James Arthur Alston Jr "Big Daddy" transitioned peacefully at Trish & Toni House by way of Saginaw, Michigan, on Saturday, January 20th. He was 71 years of age.

James is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Mrs. Malinda (Dancy) Alston; his two lovely daughters Angela Evans and Kimberly (Jeffrey) Bulls; his brothers, Melford (Glenda) Alston, Darrell (Annett) Alston...

Coeinth Nathaniel Mcdaniel "Coe"

Coeinth Nathaniel Mcdaniel "Coe"

January 20, 2024

Mr. Coeinth Nathaniel McDaniel “Coe” passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Aleda E. Lutz VA Hospital. Age 75 years. He was born December 15, 1948, in Florence, Alabama, to James and Mary McDaniel.

Coeinth accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age. He graduated from Buena Vista “Class of 1967,” and was a proud BV Knight. A Veteran of...

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