Barbara Austin
March 1, 2025
Heaven gained a beautiful soul on Saturday, March 1, 2025, as Barbara Jean Austin, at the age of 73, was called home to be with the Lord.
Barbara was born on November 23, 1951, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the union of Matthew Lee Pinkston Sr. and James Anna Cooper Pinkston. Barbara was educated in the Saginaw Public School System and graduated...
Torriano Yrlas-Thomas
February 28, 2025
Mr. Torriano Joaquin Yrlas-Thomas, a beloved son, father, brother, nephew, uncle, and friend, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 21 years. He was born on May 15, 2003, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Victoria Yrlas and Tory Thomas.
Torriano was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Class of 2021. He was employed at...
Christine Blackmon
February 27, 2025
The Fulfillment of Life, by Ms. Christine Blackmon
If you are reading this, I have made it home. I thought to write this out in case anyone asked. I had an amazing time while there. It seems like yesterday when I took my first breath on July 17, 1959. I was born in Saginaw, Michigan, to Jewel Blackmon, who preceded me...
Charles Clark Jr.
February 27, 2025
Beginnings: Today, our hearts are broken as we all mourn the loss and celebrate the legacy of our beloved Charles Clark, Jr. “Charlie”. His bright light and big heart has gone to be with the Lord. We will remember his warmth, love, and kindness as he reigned as the patriarch of his family and wore many hats with dutiful service....
Unice Horne (Lansing)
February 25, 2025
Ms. Unice Horne passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Age 54 years.
Shirley Ann Cooper
February 25, 2025
Ms. Shirley Ann Cooper went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw, at the age of 77.
Shirley was born on August 19, 1947, in New Iberia, Louisiana. She was the daughter of the late James Jessie Jackson and Lillie Ann Jackson. At a young age, Shirley's parents relocated to Benton Harbor, Michigan,...
Aaron V. Scott
February 25, 2025
Aaron Valentino Scott, born March 13, 1946, to Ed and Florida Scott in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 78. He would be described by many as “One who took care of others,” and his children would say that he was an excellent provider who loved to spoil them and would proudly say “They...
Cecilia Richardson (Lansing)
February 24, 2025
Ms. Cecilia Richardson passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2025. Age 61 years.
Patricia A. Poole
February 24, 2025
Mrs. Patricia Anne (Fields) Poole was born on February 14, 1943, in Pineville, Louisiana, and graduated from St. James Catholic School the" Class of 1961." She professed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Calvary Baptist Church in Colfax, Louisiana. On Sunday, December 22, 2024, while engaging in Bible Study with her dearest lifelong...
Baby Zyhir Brown (Lansing)
February 23, 2025
Baby Zyhir Clifford Brown was born September 20, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. The son of Eldorado Clifford Brown Jr and Deja Salen Alexia Randle. He passed away February 23, 2025. Age 5 months.
Zyhir lived in Lansing, Michigan and he loved spending time with his parents and grandparents. He loved playing with his favorite toys and watching his favorite show “Lucas...
Angelia Anthony (Lansing)
February 23, 2025
Our Legacy
Ms. Angelia Anthony went from labor to reward on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at University of Michigan Health – Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. Age 55 years. She was born on Friday, August 15, 1969, in Choctaw, Alabama, to Clemmitteen Covington and James Anthony.
Angelia later moved to Lansing, Michigan in 1975 with her mother, seeking a life filled with greater...
Joaquin Guerrero, Sr. "Jim"
February 22, 2025
Our beloved, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper He was 86 years old. Joaquin was born on August 16, 1938 in Akron, Michigan to the late Ysa Guerrero and Petra Hernandez. He graduated from Unionville High School. Soon after graduation he enlisted in the Army in...
Brenda Conner (Lansing)
February 19, 2025
In Loving Memory of Brenda (Prellwitz) Conner
A Life Well Lived...
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Brenda, who left us on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 64. Brenda was the beloved daughter of Richard Prellwitz and Karen Matthias. She was also a beloved mother, sister and friend. Her life was a testament to love,...
Bonnie Hovey-Plotner (Lansing)
February 19, 2025
Ms. Bonnie Hovey-Plotner passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Age 75 years.
Dianne Cook (Lansing)
February 18, 2025
Ms. Dianne Cook passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Age 76 years. She was born August 20, 1948. The daughter of Mary Brown and Raymond Cook.
Dianne resided in Mason, MI with her significant other Ralph Horton. She graduated from Eastern High School, Lansing Michigan in 1966. She was retired and loved to fill her time visiting friends and watching western...
Stacy Davis-Diggs
February 17, 2025
Our dear Stacy transitioned to eternal rest on Monday, February 17, 2025, at her home in Saginaw, MI. Stacy Lavonne Davis was born on April 8, 1968, in Saginaw, MI, to Janet (Taylor) Pruitt and Ronald Davis. She was a proud Lumberjack, graduating in 1986 from Arthur Hill High School.
Stacy attended Saginaw Valley State University where she received her bachelor’s degree...
Jamar D. Brown, Jr. (Lansing)
February 16, 2025
Mr. Jamar Demaine Brown passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at University of Michigan Health – Sparrow in Lansing, Michigan. Age 18 years old. He was born on Thursday, June 29, 2006, in Lansing, Michigan, the son of Jamar Demaine Brown, Sr. and Bathsheba Mary Snead.
Jamar was a very special young man. He was smart, loving and caring. Jamar...
Arnisha Kaye Sprowl
February 16, 2025
Ms. Arnisha Kaye Sprowl passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 66 years. Arnisha was born February 17, 1958, to Horace Blanton and Loretta Thompson in Saginaw, Michigan.
Arnisha was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan. She previously worked at several jobs, at the University of Michigan as a dietitian, Vlasic Pickles, and Hair Stylist.
Arnisha leaves to cherish...
Dolores Cooper
February 15, 2025
Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother passed away at 94 years of age on February 15, 2025.
Mrs. Dolores (Bufford) Cooper, also known as “Dee Dee,” was born on May 29, 1930, in Alexandria, Louisiana. She married Sherman Cooper and relocated to Saginaw, Michigan, around 1955. Their union was blessed with three children. Dolores joined St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in 1955....
Andrea Bonney (Lansing)
February 14, 2025
Mrs. Andrea Bonney passed away Friday, February 14, 2025. Age 57 years.
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