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Alfred Anderson, Jr.

Alfred Anderson, Jr.

February 11, 2025

Mr. Alfred Anderson, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta, Georgia. Age 77 years. He was the son of Leola Anderson and Alfred Anderson, Sr., born Saturday, September 27, 1947, in Valdosta, Georgia. 

Alfred graduated from high school in Valdosta, Georgia and headed to Lansing, Michigan to work for General Motors Corporation, where...

Houston Jackson, III

Houston Jackson, III

February 11, 2025

Mr. Houston Jackson, III, age 53 of Flint, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2025 to be with the Most High God. HJ3 was born in Saginaw, Michigan to Houston Jr. and Elaine (Bryant) Jackson on May 13, 1971 while his dad Houston Jr. was stationed in Vietnam with the U.S. Army. 

Houston was raised in Bethel A.M.E. Church. He attended...

Lois Jean Summerville (Lansing)

Lois Jean Summerville (Lansing)

February 10, 2025

Our dear and beloved, mother, sister, grandmother, auntie and friend, Lois Jean Summerville departed from us on Monday, February 10, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. She was born Monday, October 1, 1951, in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of Clifford and Coressa Summerville. 

Lois graduated from J. W. Sexton High School, attended Lansing Community College and was employed with the State of Michigan...

Walker D. Durham "Dennis"

Walker D. Durham "Dennis"

February 10, 2025

Mr. Walker Dennis Durham, affectionately known as Dennis, passed away on February 10, 2025, at Emory Hillandale Hospital in Lithonia, GA, at the age of 72. Born in Saginaw, MI, on September 9, 1952, to the late Walker and Arabella Durham, Dennis relocated to Stone Mountain, GA, in October 2014.

Dennis attended Seventh Day Adventist School in Freeland, MI, before continuing...

Taylor Malik Burton "Tay"

Taylor Malik Burton "Tay"

February 9, 2025

Taylor Malik Burton was tragically taken by senseless gun violence on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at the age of 20 years. He was born on July 19, 2004, in Saginaw, Michigan, to his loving parents, Tiffany and Damion Burton.

Taylor was a resident of Saginaw, Michigan, where he attended Saginaw Public Schools, and was a graduate of Bridgeport High School, Class...

Ida Steward

Ida Steward

February 9, 2025

Ms. Ida C. Steward Martin passed on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. Ida was born to Meek and Edna Rosetta Steward on August 13, 1944, in Kosciusko, Mississippi. 

Ms. Ida graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School. She was a member of Old Town Christian Outreach for many years. She had a fulfilling career as a social worker, serving for over a...

Marva Norton (Lansing)

Marva Norton (Lansing)

February 8, 2025

Obituary

“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High, Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.”

~Psalm 91:1

Marva Norton passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan at the age of 82 years old. She was born on Friday, July 10, 1942, in Bessemer Alabama, the daughter of Marvett and Zola Mae Pines. She was educated in...

DeAndre Hawkins

DeAndre Hawkins

February 7, 2025

DeAndre Ron-Rico Hawkins, Sr., journey of life began Thursday, November 07, 1968, and was completed on Friday, February 07, 2025, at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI, due to heart complications. He was born and raised on the west side of Detroit Michigan by his mother, Sandra Jean Hawkins. In his early years of life, he also...

Jaivion DeAundre Anthony Husband (Lansing)

Jaivion DeAundre Anthony Husband (Lansing)

February 6, 2025

Mr. Jaivion DeAundre Anthony Husband was born Tuesday, December 16, 2003, in Lansing, Michigan to proud parents Elise D. Brooks and Charles Husband, Jr. On Thursday, February 6, 2025, Jaivion gave the Gift of Life and will be remembered as a hero as he joined the ancestors. Jaivion loved life and marched to the beat of his own drum. He...

Tammy Cassidy (Lansing)

Tammy Cassidy (Lansing)

February 5, 2025

Tammy Sue Cassidy was born on Sunday, October 27, 1974, in Lansing, Michigan, to parents, James and Phyllis (Cassidy) Wilson. Sadly, she passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at McLaren Hospital, Lansing, Michigan. 

Tammy was a lifelong resident of Lansing and Holt, Michigan. She attended Holt Public Schools and graduated in 1992. Tammy was a devoted mother and loved taking...

Maxine Walker  (Lansing)

Maxine Walker (Lansing)

February 5, 2025

Mrs. Maxine Walker passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at her residence in Lansing, Michigan. Age 85 years. She was born on Friday, July 21, 1939, in Gould, Lincoln County, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Jesse and Eula M. Shine Towns and stepfather, Melton Towns, Sr. 

Affectionately known as “Sister Walker” by many, she was the beloved only child...

Donna Haymon (Lansing)

Donna Haymon (Lansing)

February 4, 2025

Ms. Donna Haymon passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Age 64 years.

Christy Uribe

Christy Uribe

February 4, 2025

Ms. Christy Uribe passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw.  Age 70 years.

Johnnie Junior Porter

Johnnie Junior Porter

February 4, 2025

Mr. Johnnie Junior Porter passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare Cooper.  Age 51 years.

A service is not planned at this time. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Bobbie Lowery

Bobbie Lowery

February 3, 2025

Bobbie James Lowery passed away at his home on February 3, 2025. He was born to James and Estelle Lowery in Saginaw, Michigan on September 23, 1943. 

He attended Saginaw public schools and graduated from Saginaw High School, class of 1962. After graduation, Bobbie enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he received an honorable discharge. Shortly after returning home, he...

Michael R. Smith (Lansing)

Michael R. Smith (Lansing)

February 3, 2025

Mr. Michael Ray Smith was born on Tuesday, October 26, 1954, in West Virginia to parents, Reginald and Nelgene Smith. He passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 70 years old.

Michael was raised in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia. He graduated from Gauley Bridge high school. After moving to Michigan, he took a course in psychology at Lansing Community College...

Robert Owens

Robert Owens

February 3, 2025

Mr. Robert W. Owens was born February 6, 1943, in Henry, Tennessee, to William and Mary Odessa Wilkins Owens. He gained his wings on Monday, February 3, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Robert came to Michigan in August 1976. He was employed by the Wickes Company and Brother Arthur's Fish Market for many years.

Robert leaves to cherish his memories one son, Robert...

Latronda Browder

Latronda Browder

February 3, 2025

Ms. LaTronda Browder “Boppy G” was born to Walter and Geraldine Browder in Saginaw, Michigan on October 24, 1973.

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, LaTronda Browder, departed life on Monday, February 3, 2025, peacefully at her home.

LaTronda enjoyed many hobbies such as doing puzzles, watching her favorite TV shows, and most of all spending time with her “Boppy G babies”.

LaTronda...

Jennefie Parson Stewart

Jennefie Parson Stewart

February 3, 2025

The Lord called a precious jewel, Jennefie Parson Stewart affectionally known to some as "Sudder," on Monday, February 3, 2025. She was born on Wednesday, August 16, 1950, in Vicksburg, Mississippi to James and Bertha (Evans) Parson.

Jennefie and her beloved husband, Bill, were married on July 31, 1967. She was a member of the Rosa A. Temple High School Class...

Annie Marie Johnson

Annie Marie Johnson

February 2, 2025

Mrs. Annie Marie (Mushatt) Johnson passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at McLaren Hospital in Flint, Michigan. Age 58 years. She was born in Montgomery, Alabama, on May 11, 1966, to Reella Mushatt and McKinley Mushatt Sr.

Annie lived in Saginaw before moving to Flint. She graduated from Saginaw High School and retired from Talecris after many years of service. Annie...

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